Meet Nolan! “Our amazing son Nolan was born August 2016 and was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Nolan has been working with the therapists at Medical Support Services for about the last six months to help him overcome some of the obstacles he faces with day-to-day activities. His therapists are fantastic at adjusting their therapy methods to a style that suits him. Whether they block off their gym area to make it feel more like an enclosed space or incorporate balls into most activities he does, they find creative ways to keep him engaged.”
“We have noticed such great improvement in his ability to use utensils when eating, climb stairs with assistance, more safely and efficiently eat table foods. As well, he regularly uses sign language to communicate with us his needs and wants. Nolan now knows over 20 signs, and that number is continuously increasing! Every time he completes a task successfully, he smiles ear to ear and enthusiastically claps his hands. His therapists admire his charisma and are always there clapping right along with him cheering him on. We are extremely proud of the hard work and dedication Nolan puts into not only his therapy, but everything he does at home as well. We truly enjoy the time we get to spend with his therapists and are happy they have become part of Nolan’s team to lead him to great success.” –Ashley, Nolan’s Mom
Meet Eddie from His Clinicians
“Nolan is happy and motivated in therapy. His biting and chewing have improved which has allowed Nolan the opportunity to expand his diet and eat more of a variety of foods. Nolan has a greater independence using utensils to feed himself and is now able to express his needs and wants through vocalizations combined with signs. “–Kathy, SLP
“Nolan is an active, sweet, little boy who always likes to make physical therapy sessions interesting and fun. He has improved his core strength by sitting on a swing by himself which he struggled with when beginning therapy. Nolan has shown improvements in his balance and leg strength by requiring less help and has decreased falls when standing up from the floor as well as negotiating stairs. He is a fast mover so always likes to give his therapist a good workout as well!”– Alyssa, PT
“Nolan has made many gains since starting therapy. Initially, he struggled with maintaining an upright posture while seated in a typical chair, scooping with a spoon, and stabbing food with a fork. He now demonstrates significantly improved postural control. Nolan can complete a task using both of his hands while seated in a typical chair. He can also independently eat with a spoon and is able to consistently stab food with a fork. Nolan has also demonstrated improved eye hand coordination and overall fine motor skills. His happy demeanor and smile bring so much joy to MSS!”– Kylie, OT