Method of rehabilitation for children with cerebral palsy using sledge hockey

Purpose of the study: to scientifically substantiate, develop and test the effectiveness of sledge hockey as rehabilitation method for children with cerebral palsy (CP). Methods: the study involved 12 boys aged 8–14 years with a diagnosis of CP, spastic diplegia, II and III levels of large motor functions development (according to Gross Motor Function Classifi cation System). The pedagogical experiment was conducted on the basis of the charitable foundation “Eto chudo” in Kirov. Tests to determine the level of physical fitness and the development of fine motor skills were carried out. In addition, a questionnaire among parents, which is aimed at assessing the condition of a child with CP, was conducted. Results: a comparison of the results of initial and final testing shows that the data is reliable. Th is indicates that the developed experimental method of rehabilitation of children with CP using sledge hockey is eff ective. Also, according to the results of the survey of parents, it was concluded that the child’s working capacity has increased; the child has become more balanced, and has fewer colds. Conclusion: when using sledge hockey in the rehabilitation of children with CP, the level of physical fi tness and development of fi ne motor skills increased, as well as the quality of life of children with CP improved.