The team feels that we have a good neurological program for Kevin based on the fact that he is making progress when his physiological (digestion) is not upset, so much of the program has stayed the same. Our biggest goal continues to be to solve Kevin's digestion so that he can continue to succeed and progress.
Nutrition Program
If I’ve said it once I’ve probably said it a hundred times, Kevin’s greatest problem in life is his digestion. We all agree that if we could finally solve this ongoing problem, Kevin would probably feel like a new kid and be able to make many more positive developments in his life. There was some slight improvement overall this last period, but Kevin is actually part of a very small percentage of kids where the diet and supplement changes do not solve the digestion problems. We have basically exhausted all of the nutritionist’s tricks. Kevin had a stool test in December that found some bad bacteria (C. difficule) and soon after is when the yeast supplement was added that caused all the other problems. But despite that fact, we still received some additional suggestions to change and add some supplements. In addition, Matthew did a two-day allergy clearing on Kevin during our visit. And the doctor recommended some homeopathic remedies that will hopefully make some good changes as well. We are also going to try something called colonic (colon cleanse). We are fortunate that one is located in Cleveland. www.coloniccenterofamerica.com
Physiological Program
• Passive Deep Breathing Program/Reflex Bags – to increase blood flow to the brain thereby enriching the brain with nutrients and oxygen
• The Oxygen Enhancement Program/Carbogen Therapy (95% Oxygen and 5% Carbon Dioxide) – to increase blood flow to the brain thereby enriching the brain with nutrients and oxygen
• Mild Hyperbaric Therapy Program – to increase partial pressure which increases oxygen uptake in the brain and body, improving overall brain and body function.
o Kevin continues to look forward to his time in the “spaceship” every day after lunch for a couple hours. Sometimes he takes a nap, sometimes he passes the time with his books, and sometimes Grandma goes in with him and brings new books for him.
Sensory Program
• Oral Stimulation – presenting different textures in mouth
• Olfactory & Gustatory Integration Program – presenting smells and tastes
• Auditory Training with EASE CD’s – to be comfortable in noisy situations, to not be upset by sounds, and to not be easily distracted; to hear sounds at the appropriate volume; to hear all sounds well in daily life and speech.
o This continues to be another one of Kevin’s favorite programs. He loves snuggling with Mom (or Grandma) on the couch and putting on his headphones while Mom reads a book.
• Sensation Level 3 – create the ability to feel pleasurable and un-pleasurable sensations in the appropriate length of time consistently all over the body. Using Proprioception to become more aware of his body specifically through his left hand, and using Joint Compressions on his left hand.
Intellectual Program
Kevin continues to enjoys being at the learning table, despite the lack of progress that has been made in regards to the goal of pointing to the correct picture card. There were times when I felt like he was making some progress but it never stayed consistent. In mid-March we stopped the picture cards and continued the purposeful play which is always a good time. Kevin is a very good block builder.
Our updated program is to increase Kevin’s understanding of and participation in every day activities. Kevin has several activities and tasks that he has already learned and that have become part of our routine, in order to build on those tasks and activities we will create picture books, adding new steps to the activities he has already learned. We will also be allowing more time for Kevin to independently problem solve during every day life.
Physical Program
• Crawling: 300 meters – helps develop the pons in the brain
• Creeping: 400 meters – helps develop the midbrain
• Walking: 1 mile – gradually increasing the speed
• Reflex Integration Program: To support the organization of the Medulla Oblongata and to pattern and integrate pathological and dysfunctional reflexes into higher level brain stages.
Nutrition Program
If I’ve said it once I’ve probably said it a hundred times, Kevin’s greatest problem in life is his digestion. We all agree that if we could finally solve this ongoing problem, Kevin would probably feel like a new kid and be able to make many more positive developments in his life. There was some slight improvement overall this last period, but Kevin is actually part of a very small percentage of kids where the diet and supplement changes do not solve the digestion problems. We have basically exhausted all of the nutritionist’s tricks. Kevin had a stool test in December that found some bad bacteria (C. difficule) and soon after is when the yeast supplement was added that caused all the other problems. But despite that fact, we still received some additional suggestions to change and add some supplements. In addition, Matthew did a two-day allergy clearing on Kevin during our visit. And the doctor recommended some homeopathic remedies that will hopefully make some good changes as well. We are also going to try something called colonic (colon cleanse). We are fortunate that one is located in Cleveland. www.coloniccenterofamerica.com
Physiological Program
• Passive Deep Breathing Program/Reflex Bags – to increase blood flow to the brain thereby enriching the brain with nutrients and oxygen
• The Oxygen Enhancement Program/Carbogen Therapy (95% Oxygen and 5% Carbon Dioxide) – to increase blood flow to the brain thereby enriching the brain with nutrients and oxygen
• Mild Hyperbaric Therapy Program – to increase partial pressure which increases oxygen uptake in the brain and body, improving overall brain and body function.
o Kevin continues to look forward to his time in the “spaceship” every day after lunch for a couple hours. Sometimes he takes a nap, sometimes he passes the time with his books, and sometimes Grandma goes in with him and brings new books for him.
Sensory Program
• Oral Stimulation – presenting different textures in mouth
• Olfactory & Gustatory Integration Program – presenting smells and tastes
• Auditory Training with EASE CD’s – to be comfortable in noisy situations, to not be upset by sounds, and to not be easily distracted; to hear sounds at the appropriate volume; to hear all sounds well in daily life and speech.
o This continues to be another one of Kevin’s favorite programs. He loves snuggling with Mom (or Grandma) on the couch and putting on his headphones while Mom reads a book.
• Sensation Level 3 – create the ability to feel pleasurable and un-pleasurable sensations in the appropriate length of time consistently all over the body. Using Proprioception to become more aware of his body specifically through his left hand, and using Joint Compressions on his left hand.
Intellectual Program
Kevin continues to enjoys being at the learning table, despite the lack of progress that has been made in regards to the goal of pointing to the correct picture card. There were times when I felt like he was making some progress but it never stayed consistent. In mid-March we stopped the picture cards and continued the purposeful play which is always a good time. Kevin is a very good block builder.
Our updated program is to increase Kevin’s understanding of and participation in every day activities. Kevin has several activities and tasks that he has already learned and that have become part of our routine, in order to build on those tasks and activities we will create picture books, adding new steps to the activities he has already learned. We will also be allowing more time for Kevin to independently problem solve during every day life.
Physical Program
• Crawling: 300 meters – helps develop the pons in the brain
• Creeping: 400 meters – helps develop the midbrain
• Walking: 1 mile – gradually increasing the speed
• Reflex Integration Program: To support the organization of the Medulla Oblongata and to pattern and integrate pathological and dysfunctional reflexes into higher level brain stages.
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