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| Hi Sophie. SMA primarily affects the motor cells, see http://www.jtsma.org.uk/medicalinfo.html, as opposed to the sensory system. So your patient will no doubt appreciate some good tickling fun! Don't be nervous - I'm sure you'll find her very appreciative of a lighthearted caregiver! You haven't said what type of SMA your patient has; my daughter had type I and she very much enjoyed touchy-feely play - she couldn't move her limbs and she seemed to appreciate it when we did! I'd imagine a 2 year old will let you know what she likes... If you'd like any more info, please feel free to click my email link at the bottom right of the page (Email the webmaster) or post a question directly to the JTSMA staff from the Contact Us forms. |
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Hi Sophie,
I am a teen with type 2 SMA. I remember when I was younger I used to love my mom pretending to dance with me - even if she was just moving my arms around vaguely with music in the background. Think of anything the average 2-year-old would like and try to adapt it! Hide and seek is always fun :)
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Hi Aisha,
Thank you for your reply! I have been working with my little girl for a while now and she has taught me many things! We always have lots of fun and we LOVE dancing!!! One thing I know for sure is she is well advanced many people I know, this shows strong through her patience, acceptance & wonderful sense of humour! Thank you for your reply, I welcome any suggestions and advice.
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Hey.
I am also a teen with SMA Type II. I know that as a child I loved dancing about, although it was always only arm movements. I liked jokes and playing like a normal child even though these were not physical activities. Puzzles like jigsaws and colouring in were things I loved to do, I also liked play-doh!
Hope this helps you.
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