My son has just been diagnosed with hemiplegia. What does the future hold for him?
When a child is first diagnosed with hemiplegia, it is often very difficult for a doctor to predict whether his problems will be mild or severe later in life. Doctors, specialists and therapists will often adopt a “wait and see” approach that many parents find difficult to cope with as they want concrete answers there and then. The way forward is to gain a greater understanding and awareness of hemiplegia and discover how best you can help your child achieve his full potential. Make good use of the specialists dealing with your child’s hemiplegia. Do ask them questions and make sure you understand their replies. And if you don’t, do take advantage of HemiHelp’s helpline – 0845 123 2372.
