Guide To The Treatment Options For Periventricular Leukomalacia

Assistive Devices

Children with periventricular leukomalacia may benefit from using assistive devices to help manage their symptoms. These are devices and equipment used to help individuals function. There are also adaptive devices, which have been altered so that patients with disabilities can use them more easily. A child with cerebral palsy caused by periventricular leukomalacia will often need assistive devices to become independent. This technology can help children perform better academically and have a more engaging social life. It will also help them be included in more activities, express their emotions more easily, and feel more confident.

Children may use mobility devices like braces, walkers, and wheelchairs. When children struggle with using their hands, they may benefit from electric wheelchairs. Many adaptive devices are used to help with communication as well, with and without speech. Communication boards allow children to show their ideas through pictures. Speech-generating devices can also be used for children who struggle to use their muscles to create words. Writing and typing devices are available to help children who struggle to hold pens and type on keyboards.

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