She also needs special therapies. Physical therapy is used to help her keep flexible and able to move better and walk. Occupational therapy helps her use her hands for everyday activities like eating and drinking, brushing her teeth, and even playing with toys or games. It teaches her to use other ways to communicate. Through hydrotherapy , she is able to move more easily in warm water.
Many girls participate in horseback therapy , which helps strengthen muscles and improve balance.
Just like you Even girls with Rett syndrome are different from each other in some ways. Some girls go to special schools, while others attend their local neighborhood schools. They may learn in different ways, but they love to learn, just like you.