“Globally, cerebral palsy (CP) remains an important cause of motor disability. It has a reported prevalence of more than 4 per 1000 live births in low-and middle-income countries.” (Katangwe et al, 2024) In South Africa, CP is one of the major causes of disability in children and highlights the need for a holistic approach towards the prevention, identification and treatment of the disorder. CP is a non-progressive neurological-motor disorder that affects the development of a

What is a Spinal Cord Injury? A spinal cord injury (SCI) occurs when the spinal cord is damaged. The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves and nerve fibres that allows the brain to communicate with the rest of the body. An SCI interrupts nerve signals below the level of injury. The damage may result in temporary or permanent changes in sensation, movement, strength, and bodily functions. Types of Spinal Cord Injuries The spine consists of four regions: • Cervical • Thoracic •

It’s important to understand that Vertigo is a SYMPTOM and not a diagnosis or a disease. It is often described as a sensation of dizziness, spinning or whirling of the surrounding environment (“room spinning”). It is a distinct feeling of movement when no movement is happening. The most common disorders that result in vertigo are: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) Meniere’s disease Vestibular neuritis Vertigo can be associated with loss of balance, nausea and vomit

What are Exercise Snacks? You may be thinking, “snacks to eat while I exercise…that’s pretty cool”. Sorry to burst your bubble but, that’s not what an exercise snack means at all. Exercise snacks refer to short bursts of physical activity that you can easily fit into your daily life. An example being, standing on one leg whilst brushing your teeth or simply choosing the stairs instead of the elevator. Exercise snacks aren’t meant to be difficult, tedious or time consuming. It