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Intestinal rehabilitation program (IRP)

Learn what an intestinal rehabilitation program is, which areas of care are involved in an intestinal rehabilitation program and how they help children with managing intestinal failure.

Somatization: Common treatments

Treatment for somatic symptoms is most effective when it is provided by a group of health-care professionals who work together. Discover the essential medical, mental health and rehabilitation supports that, together, can provide your child with the comprehensive care that they need.

Flexor tendon repair and rehabilitation

If your child is unable to bend one of their fingers or their thumb in a way that is normally expected, then they may have a flexor tendon injury. Your child will have surgery to repair the tendon followed by therapy to make sure they have the best possible result.

Growth and stature of children with heart disease

Learn about how growth and stature are affected by congenital heart disease.

Rehabilitation therapists for children with heart disease

Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists are health care professionals who can help children with heart conditions recover after surgery.

Resective epilepsy surgery

Resective epilepsy surgery is the surgical removal of a part of the brain. Read about the risks and benefits of resective surgery and possible complications.

Epilepsy surgery: Hemispherectomy

Read about the complications, risks, and potential benefits of a hemispherectomy. Hemispherectomy is often used for intractable seizures.

The cancer care team: Occupational therapist

​An occupational therapist can help you with everyday tasks. Find out why you might need occupational therapy as part of your recovery.

Physical and sensory effects after brain tumour treatment

Important information on the physical and sensory effects that your child may experience following brain tumour treatment.

Limb sparing, rotationplasty and amputation

For children and teenagers with cancer of the bone or soft tissue of the arm or leg, they may need limb sparing surgery, rotationplasty or amputation. Learn about each of these types of surgeries and answers to some common questions about what to expect.

Surgical treatment of epilepsy

Read an overview of the surgical process, from determining if your child is a candidate for surgery to post-operative care.

Occupational therapy for juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Occupational therapy can be beneficial for children and teenagers with JIA. Find out what an occupational therapist does and about common occupational therapy services, such as assistive devices and splints.

Occupational therapy and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Spinal muscular atrophy

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness and muscle atrophy (shrinking), and can affect a child’s ability to speak, walk, and breathe.

Corpus callosotomy

Read about corpus callosotomy, a six-hour surgical procedure to lessen 'drop attacks'. What to expect before and after surgery, including potential risks.

Accessory navicular

An accessory navicular is an extra bone or piece of cartilage located on the inner side of the foot, near the navicular bone. It can cause pain and irritation and can make walking and wearing footwear difficult. Learn more about this condition and how it is treated.

Follow-up visits after brain tumour treatment

Learn what happens at follow-up clinic visits after brain tumour treatment for your child has ended.

Physiotherapy after neurosurgery

Detailed information on the importance of physiotherapy and exercise to the rehabilitation process after neurosurgery.

Modified Atkins ketogenic diet therapy for epilepsy

Learn about the benefits and limitations of the modified Atkins ketogenic diet therapy for childhood epilepsy, how it is started and how to use it at home.

Polydactyly of the foot

Polydactyly of the foot is a genetic condition where a person is born with one or more extra toes. Learn more about this condition and how it is treated.

Somatization: How to help your child at home

​Discover how you can support your child to manage their somatic symptoms. 

Traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for epilepsy

Learn about the benefits and limitations of the traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for childhood epilepsy, how it is started and how it is used at home.

Managing sickle cell pain

Learn about the 3P approach to pain management, which is a combination of psychological, physical and pharmacological (medications) strategies.