What is mitochondriopathy?
Mitochondriopathy is a disease of the mitochondria, the "power plants" of the cells. It can be congenital or acquired and results in the cells not being able to produce enough energy. Affected children often show muscle weakness, developmental delays, neurological problems, heart or metabolic disorders.
Aids that are frequently used in mitochondriopathy:
Aids and support for everyday life
With mitochondriopathy, the focus is on saving energy. Aids help to conserve the child's limited energy reserves for important developmental steps:
- Mobility & energy management: to prevent exhaustion, individually adapted rehab buggies or active wheelchairs (often with an electric drive or as an e-fix) are crucial. They enable the child to take part in everyday life without using up all their energy just for walking.
- Stability when seated: An ergonomic therapy chair provides the child with the necessary support when muscle tension is weak. This allows the remaining energy to be used for playing, eating or learning.
- Support for ataxia: If coordination problems are present, specialized walking aids with adjustable resistance or weighted aids help to stabilize movements.
- Monitoring: If the heart or lungs are involved, mobile pulse oximeters can provide security to keep an eye on the child's exercise limits.
- Feeding aids: In the case of pronounced drinking weakness or loss of energy when eating, mobile feeding pumps can help to supply the necessary calories in a way that conserves energy.
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