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Mobility of the upper extremities in children with cerebral palsy
This course will strengthen your knowledge of upper extremity mobility in pediatrics.
- Instructor:
Petra Marsico PT MSc und Jan Lieber, MSc OT
- Rating:
5/5
- 6 months access
- Certificate included
- Downloadable handout
- Self-paced online learning
€ 294
Course Details:
- Learning Time:
- Access Period:
300 minutes
6 months
Course Overview
How can you improve upper limb mobility and independence for children with cerebral palsy?
This comprehensive course provides an evidence-based approach to assessing and improving upper extremity mobility in children with cerebral palsy. Through interactive lessons and real patient examples, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the factors influencing mobility and learn how to develop effective, individualised treatment strategies.
The course explores anatomy, growth, structural differentiation, classification systems, and the ICF framework before translating this knowledge into practical therapeutic interventions that support participation and everyday function.
Practical Application
- Assessment of upper limb mobility in children with cerebral palsy
- Treatment planning using the ICF framework
- Identification of contractures and deformities
- Clinical use of GMFCS and MACS classification systems
- Evidence-based therapeutic intervention
- Improving participation and independence in everyday activities
What you will learn
- Understand mobility and its importance in children with cerebral palsy
- Explore how age, growth, and anatomy influence upper limb mobility
- Assess deformities, contractures, and structural limitations
- Apply the GMFCS and MACS classification systems in clinical practice
- Use the ICF framework to guide assessment and treatment planning
- Develop evidence-based treatment plans that improve functional independence
Course Content
Part 1: Introduction to Mobility in Cerebral Palsy
- What Is Mobility?
- Factors Influencing Mobility
- Mobility in Children with Cerebral Palsy
- GMFCS and MACS Classification Systems
- Mobility Across Growth and Development
Part 2: Anatomy & Structural Differentiation
- Anatomy and Growth
- Structural Differentiation Tests
- Deformities and Contractures
- Influence of Peripheral Nerves
Part 3: ICF Framework
- Introduction to the ICF Framework
- Applying the ICF in Clinical Practice
Part 4: Therapeutic Approach & Everyday Transfer
- Evidence-Based Treatment Methods
- Developing Individual Treatment Plans
- Translating Therapy into Everyday Activities
Part 4: Final Assessment
- Final Test
Future Learning Path
foxstudy plans to offer advanced courses covering specific intervention techniques, including:
- Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT)
- Bimanual Training
- Neurodynamics
Target Audience
- Physical therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Nurses
- Physicians
- Orthopaedic Technicians
Meet the Instructor
Dr. Petra Marsico, PT
Dr. Petra Marsico is a paediatric physiotherapist with a strong focus on movement and neurorehabilitation. She believes mobility is fundamental to a child's independence and quality of life, and integrates evidence-based practice with developmental principles to improve functional outcomes.
Jan Lieber, MSc OT
Jan Lieber is an occupational therapist specialising in neuropaediatrics. His work focuses on helping children achieve greater independence through meaningful daily activities while maintaining mobility and function of the musculoskeletal system.
Continuing Education Credits & Certificate
This course qualifies for continuing education credits from recognized professional associations.
- German Association of Occupational Therapists (DVE): 6 points
- German Association of Physiotherapists (ZVK): 6 points
- German Association for Health Sports and Sports Therapy (DVGS): 8 teaching units
- Umbrella Organization for Medical-Technical Services (MTD): 6 teaching units
- Ergoverband Switzerland (EVS): 5 points
- Physioswiss: 5 points
- Pediatrics Switzerland: 5 CME credits
Certificate
Upon successful completion, you will automatically receive a personalised certificate as proof of your continuing professional education.
The certificate of participation may also be submitted to professional associations as part of CPD and MTD certification requirements.
Overall rating of the course
Comments
Fabian am 28.07.2026
Evidence Meets Practice
Well-structured and explained using two patient examples.
Overall, the therapeutic methods could be explained in even greater detail using patient examples. (Bimanual training, zipping up a zipper)
Verena am 19.07.2026
informative
Well-structured and clearly presented, with the option to review the material through short quizzes.
Angelika am 03.07.2026
learned a great deal
It was very practical, with a well-structured, scientifically grounded background.
It could be updated again—it's 2026, after all—and there are certainly more recent studies.
Gertrud on January 3, 2026
Very good structure
Very good structure, scientific basis, realistic therapy goals
Sarah on 19.02.2025
Good overview of the topic
A bit much text, few movie examples, quiz questions or answers partly unclear / imprecisely formulated.
Rob on April 28, 2025
Thank you very much, Sarah. We've revised the questions, and things should be much clearer now.
Thank you for your help, and best regards,
The foxstudy Team
Peer Review
Katharina Huth
BSc OT, Head of Advanced Rehabilitation Technologies, REHAB Basel
“This course covers all the essential basics on upper extremity mobility in children with cerebral palsy, along with an overview of current research. The patient examples and interactive format also make learning enjoyable.”
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