Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part A (2025)

Purpose: This study, grounded in clinical experience and a representative case of cerebral palsy (CP), seeks to advance and refine the approach to paediatric neurology rehabilitation. It highlights the role of a newly established neuropaediatric rehabilitation unit at the University Ayurveda Hospital, Jaipur, which not only delivers patient-centred care but also promotes awareness of neurological disorders and facilitates community-based interventions aimed at improving functional outcomes and reducing caregiver burden.
Methods: A two-week pilot study was undertaken across four Local Integrated Health Centres (LIHCs) in Rajasthan. Screening, evaluation, and counselling were conducted by final-year physiotherapy students and medical interns under professional supervision. The study aimed to identify non-tangible risk factors, minimize diagnostic errors, and provide targeted rehabilitative services for children presenting with paediatric neurological disorders.
Results: Three neuropaediatric cases were identified and evaluated during the pilot phase. One child with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy was enrolled for rehabilitation at the neuropaediatric unit. The rehabilitation plan emphasized improving ambulatory ability and reducing caregiver burden through structured home-based interventions.
Conclusion: Community-integrated screening and rehabilitation, delivered through the combined efforts of healthcare professionals and active involvement of family caregivers, can significantly enhance functional outcomes in children with neurological disorders. Such an approach not only supports the child’s recovery but also alleviates the broader psychosocial and financial burden on families and the community.