How ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® Help Children with Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a neurological condition that affects movement, muscle tone, and posture due to early brain injury or developmental differences. Traditional therapies often focus on strengthening muscles and repetitive exercises, but ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® take a brain-based approach, helping children with CP develop new neural pathways, improve movement efficiency, and increase overall function.
Instead of forcing specific movements, these methods encourage the brain to learn new possibilities, leading to greater ease, comfort, and adaptability in everyday life.

How ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® Support Children with CP

  • 1. Activates Neuroplasticity & Brain Reorganization
    CP affects motor control due to early brain injury. ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® use gentle, intentional movement variations to stimulate new neural connections.This approach helps the brain find alternative movement strategies, allowing for more fluid, comfortable motion.
  • 2. Reduces Spasticity & Improves Movement Quality
    Many children with CP experience stiff, rigid, or involuntary movements.These methods introduce gentle, non-forceful movements that teach the brain how to create smoother, more controlled motion, reducing muscle stiffness and tension.
  • 3. Increases Awareness & Coordination
    ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® help children develop greater body awareness, improving balance, coordination, and postural control.This makes it easier for children to sit, roll, crawl, stand, and walk with less effort.
  • 4. Encourages Independence & Problem-Solving

    Instead of forcing specific movements, ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® allow children to explore new ways of moving, helping them become more independent and adaptable.

     

    This approach fosters self-learning, leading to greater confidence and ability in everyday tasks.

     

    5. Supports Sensory Processing & Relaxation

    Many children with CP have sensory integration difficulties, making it hard to process touch, movement, and spatial awareness.

     

    ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® help the brain regulate sensory input more effectively, leading to greater comfort and reduced sensitivity to external stimuli.

     

    6. Helps with Breathing, Speech, & Feeding Challenges

    CP can also impact speech, breathing, and swallowing functions due to limited mobility in the chest, diaphragm, and facial muscles.

     

    By improving overall movement coordination, these methods can help with clearer speech, better breath control, and more efficient swallowing.

How ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® Differ from Traditional CP Therapies 

  • Traditional CP Therapies (PT, OT, Speech)
  • Focus on muscle strengthening & stretching
  • Uses repetitive, structured exercises
  • May involve bracing & forceful movements
  • Works on specific physical skills (e.g., standing, walking)
  • ABM® NeuroMovement® & JKA®
  • Focus on brain learning & movement exploration
  • Uses gentle, varied movements to activate neuroplasticity
  • Encourages natural, comfortable movement discovery
  • Works on overall brain function & adaptability

Benefits of ABM® NeuroMovement®
and JKA® for CP

Smoother, more controlled movements
Better sensory processing and comfort in movement
Reduced muscle stiffness and tension
Increased independence in daily tasks
Improved balance, coordination, and postural control
Enhanced speech, breathing, and swallowing functions
Greater ease in sitting, rolling, crawling, and walking

Final Thoughts

 

ABM® NeuroMovement® and JKA® offer a brain-based, gentle approach to supporting children with CP. Rather than focusing on forcing movements, these methods help the brain find new, more efficient ways to move, think, and interact with the world. This leads to greater comfort, independence, and quality of life.