Treatments For Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is helpful in teaching individuals with osteogenesis imperfecta how to safely complete everyday tasks and achieve independence. Usually, occupational therapy will begin by teaching afflicted children basic motor skills so they can begin to learn personal care skills. Certain equipment, such as specialized wheelchairs, will help patients learn how to safely cultivate motor skills and, eventually, personal care skills. Water therapy is another option to consider because it offers a relatively gravity-free environment to help facilitate the skills that the patient is learning. Brittle bone disease patients may respond to treatment more slowly than other patients, so patience is a necessity. With some patients, all personal care tasks simply will not be able to be taught, so it is imperative they are taught that receiving help is okay.

Continue reading to learn about surgery as a potential treatment option for osteogenesis imperfecta.