In rehabilitation centers, children also deserve tools adapted to their specific needs. Kassim, a young patient measuring 1.40m, has left hemiplegia resulting from a stroke.
Thanks to the Wheeleo®, he can now move spontaneously, with high speed and optimal gait correction. Most importantly, Kassim is happy to be able to walk like the other children in the center, using the same technical aid as them. This feeling of normalization is fundamental in a child’s rehabilitation journey.
While walking, we can observe a slight trunk rotation. This postural peculiarity is related to left hemianopsia (loss of the left half of the visual field). To compensate for this visual deficit, Kassim turns his head to the left, which involves the entire trunk.
It’s important to note that this attitude, although asymmetrical, meets a functional need. Without specific treatment for hemianopsia, correcting this postural stance could prove counterproductive, as it allows the child to orient himself in space safely.
The Wheeleo® adapts well to this situation: the child remains mobile, stable, and active, while maintaining sufficient freedom of movement to adjust his posture according to his needs.
Increasingly used in pediatrics, the Wheeleo® finds its place with children affected by hemiplegia, cerebral palsy, or other motor disorders. It represents a relevant alternative to classic aids, especially for children who need continuous but discreet, light, and manageable support.
Children and adults alike, everyone deserves a solution adapted to their gait. And Kassim shows us that even with hemiplegia, it is possible to move forward quickly, well… and with a smile
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