CATCH: An Evidence-Based Intervention for Children with Hemiplegia

Course overview

CATCH is a clinical practice model that combines Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT), Bimanual Intensive Therapy (BIT), and Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) for children diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (HCP) and/or children with asymmetrical body function. Evidence supports combining these three interventions for positive functional outcomes. Participants will be introduced to the underlying principles of the CATCH clinical practice model and provided specifics for integration into a clinical setting. This seminar will review with participants the key impairments that impact the function and participation of children diagnosed with hemiplegic CP (HCP) and/or children with asymmetrical body function. Participants will have the opportunity to observe constraint fabrication and discuss principles of pediatric CIMT, BIT, and NDT. The course will also include dedicated time to review and practice NDT handling strategies while simultaneously integrating therapeutic play activities that support functional participation changes integral in CATCH. The presentation concludes with group problem solving via video case examples to optimize the learning experience.