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Multiple Sclerosis

World Multiple Sclerosis Day

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that causes a breakdown in communication between the brain and the nervous system. Its symptoms include vision loss, pain, fatigue, and coordination challenges.

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COVID-19 Vaccine

Don’t Wait, Vaccinate at CRIT

In order to better serve our community, we are pleased to announce that Children’s Rehabilitation Institute TeletonUSA will become a COVID-19 Vaccination Center.

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Osteogenesis Imperfecta

About OI: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment

Children with this condition have a genetic defect that affects their ability to make collagen, resulting in collagen deficiency or having collagen that doesn’t function properly.

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Reading to your child.

How to Use Books to Promote Communication Skills

We use books and story-telling with children to help promote brain development, teach language and emotions, spark curiosity, and encourage children to use their imagination.

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Understanding the Puzzle of Autism

Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), refers to a group of conditions that cause difficulties with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.

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A Small Glimpse at Traumatic Brain Injury

A Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, results from a direct hit to the head that disrupts healthy brain function and development. The severity of a TBI ranges from “mild” to “severe.”

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The Benefits of Standing

Standing is an important activity that benefits people of all ages. From improving bone density to helping with lung expansion, it boasts benefits for all of our body systems.

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A Closer Look at Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy (CP) can be described or classified in many different ways, including the severity or type of CP. One way to classifying CP is by telling the body part(s) affected.

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Cerebral Palsy in Children

Cerebral Palsy in Children

Cerebral palsy is a common diagnosis for a group of conditions among children affecting their motor development. It is a result of brain damage occurring before or during birth.

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