31/03/2026
Contractures can develop when a limb isn’t positioned well or when regular physiotherapy isn’t maintained.
This image shows how stiff and restricted an arm can become in a child with cerebral palsy. Over time, muscles tighten, joints lose movement, and the limb can become very difficult — sometimes even painful — to move.
Contractures don’t just make therapy more challenging — they significantly impact the person living with them. Everyday activities become harder, and the arm may become less and less functional.
The key message: movement matters.
If there is any movement available, it’s important to keep encouraging it.
✔️ Good positioning
✔️ Regular stretching
✔️ Consistent physiotherapy
These small, regular actions can make a huge difference in preventing long-term complications.
Get It Right Physiotherapy focus on maintaining movement, comfort, and function — helping children reach their fullest potential.
