Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy can affect movement, coordination and daily tasks — impacting independence and quality of life. We integrate development with therapy.
Signs we hear about
- Delayed motor milestones (sitting, standing, walking)
- Stiff or floppy tone, asymmetric movement
- Difficulty with feeding, swallowing or speech
- Fine-motor difficulty affecting play and self-care
What we work on
- Coordinated PT, OT and speech with home practice
- Positioning, mobility and equipment use
- Communication channels beyond speech
- Family wellbeing and sustainable routines
Outcomes families pursue
- Functional gains in mobility or communication
- Improved self-care and participation
- Reduced caregiver burnout
- Inclusion at home, school and community
Common questions about cerebral palsy
How does IND help children with cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy can affect movement, coordination and daily tasks — impacting independence and quality of life. We integrate development with therapy. At IND the work focuses on the drivers behind it — coordinated PT, OT and speech with home practice; positioning, mobility and equipment use; communication channels beyond speech; family wellbeing and sustainable routines — led by parents at home with coaching from our team.
What are common signs of cerebral palsy in children?
Signs parents commonly describe include: delayed motor milestones (sitting, standing, walking); stiff or floppy tone, asymmetric movement; difficulty with feeding, swallowing or speech; fine-motor difficulty affecting play and self-care. These are patterns families tell us about, not a diagnosis — an evaluation is needed to understand what is driving them.
What outcomes do families work toward with cerebral palsy?
Outcomes families pursue include: functional gains in mobility or communication; improved self-care and participation; reduced caregiver burnout; inclusion at home, school and community. Progress is tracked through measurable weekly signals, and IND does not guarantee specific results.
Can my child be evaluated online for cerebral palsy?
Yes. Evaluation can start online, with an in-person assessment at IND's clinic in Sobhabazar, Kolkata when it helps. Book an appointment or talk to our assistant to begin.
Tell us about your child
A short conversation is the fastest way to know if our system is the right fit. Evaluation can start online, and we never push.