06/10/2026
World Cerebral Palsy Day 💚
At Safespaces, we know that for many people with cerebral palsy, the challenges don’t stop when the lights go out.
Many children and adults with cerebral palsy spend their waking hours in wheelchairs or specialist seating, with carefully considered postural support. Yet, at night, they may have little or no support to help them maintain a safe and comfortable position.
Severe spasticity and dystonia can cause involuntary muscle contractions, spasms and increased muscle tone can be painful, uncomfortable and disruptive to sleep affecting not only rest, but also quality of life. As Occupational Therapists, you play an important role in evaluating movement, positioning, postural support and moving and handling needs to help people with cerebral palsy sleep comfortably without injuring themselves.
How often does night-time positioning form part of your initial assessment for individuals with cerebral palsy?
