Specially trained medical and therapeutic professionals can assist in lots of different ways to help manage your disability and improve your life. They could provide services to help you communicate or gain strength to move, they may help with pain management or overcoming psychological issues associated with your disability.

The techniques they use also vary. Some therapies are physical and can involve water or use specialist equipment like balance equipment or play therapy equipment such as swings. Other therapies such as speech therapy or occupational therapy may use games or toys, and counsellors or social workers can help with emotional wellbeing.

A lot of specialists practice from a hospital or clinic however some specialists can come to your home to provide their services. Certain therapies may be offered in the community as well, for example some therapists such as speech and occupational therapists can visit your child at their school for regular sessions which minimises the impact of missed classes.