Stymulacja uk adu oddechowego u dzieci z mózgowym pora eniem

This study shows possibilities of stimulation of the respiratory system in children with infantile cerebral palsy (ICP). Initially, it presents distinctive anatomic and physiological characteristics of the respiratory system of children comparing them to adult respiratory system and their impact on lungs ventilation, especially in infants. It describes the advantages of nasal versus mouth respiration and the issue ventilatory disorders occurring in children with ICP. ICP due to disorders of value and distribution of muscular tension causes functional blockages of the key points of the body (head and neck, shoulder and pelvic girdles), which disturb development of various functions of the body, including the functioning of the respiratory system. Taking into consideration the respiratory consequences that arise from the postural hypotonia, this study concentrates on the following issues: effective coughing techniques, assistive respiratory techniques, respiratory kinesitherapy as well as a possibility of stimulation of a proper respiratory pattern as a part of neuro-developmental therapy (infants' rehabilitation methods: NDT-Bobath, Vojta, Doman-Delacato). Elements of speech therapy have been presented as well. This type of therapy is highly important for improving function of the respiratory system as it stimulates throat, oral cavity and facial muscles, thus reducing the pattern of mouth ventilation.