Introduction
Our little patient has made incredible progress in the last few months! After two intensive 6-day therapy sessions ( DMI Intensive ) in our center in Zug, she has shown impressive motor and communicative developments. Her GMFM-66 scores have increased from 16.1 to 31.0 - an improvement that is almost 10 times better than the expected progress.
This case demonstrates how targeted therapies such as DMI, supported by specialized therapy tools such as NISE-Stim , can help children improve their motor skills and independence.
Our little patient development at a glance
GMFM-66 Score Development:
November 2024: 16.1
February 2025: 31.0
Improvement: +14.9 points (statistically significant, no overlap of confidence intervals)
Important progress:
Motor skills: Now sits independently while playing with a toy, better trunk stability and balance.
Ambidextrous coordination: Shows great joy in playing in a sitting position and actively uses both hands.
Enhanced grasping ability: Can now grasp toys from the front and side, improving their coordination and range of motion .
Communication & Interaction:
Uses eye contact to make decisions.
Shows needs through physical movements .
Increasing social interaction and conscious communication.
Therapy tools & methods used
To achieve these advances, a combination of innovative therapeutic approaches and state-of-the-art tools was used:
Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Level C
Intensive exercises to promote motor control and balance.
Challenging movements to strengthen core muscles and increase independence.
Weight-bearing exercises for the upper and lower body.
Improve posture, strength and stability through targeted exercise therapy.
Galileo whole-body vibration therapy
Muscle and nerve stimulation for improved stability, strength and sensory perception .
Neuromuscular stimulation to support movement sequences.
Specific motor training programs to improve coordination and movement control.
Family Support & Home Program
An important part of our little patient's progress was the active involvement of her family. During intensive therapy, the family was included in the program and received an individual home exercise program to further support progress. This included:
Positional exercises to promote motor control.
Simple communication strategies to further develop your ability to express yourself.
Conclusion: Impressive progress through targeted therapy
After two intensive therapy sessions in Zug and the dedicated support of her family, our little patient has made enormous progress. Her range of motion, coordination and communication skills have improved significantly . Thanks to targeted therapy approaches and modern aids, she was able to develop her motor skills faster than expected.
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