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Philanthropist Ināra Tetereva will donate funds for the purchase of the first 20 therapeutic Mollii suits.
From now on, the POGA Children's Rehabilitation Center, by utilizing the latest technologies, will be able to provide full rehabilitation for children with movement disorders at home.
On May 20, 2020, it was announced that philanthropist Ināra Tetereva will donate funds to acquire the first 20 therapeutic Mollii suits for children with movement disorders at the POGA Children’s Rehabilitation Center.
Thanks to this generous contribution from the Boriss and Ināra Tetereva Foundation, the center will be able to offer home-based rehabilitation for children with movement disorders, utilizing the latest technologies. The Mollii suits, often referred to as "superhero costumes," will significantly ease the physical condition of these children. With assistance from their parents, the children will be able to receive physiotherapy remotely.
Due to the restrictions imposed by the national state of emergency, the center has resumed services under heightened safety measures, limiting the number of patients that can be treated at any given time. Regular rehabilitation is vital for children with cerebral palsy, as delays can hinder their development. However, these children are at high risk of complications from COVID-19 due to respiratory issues, making remote rehabilitation an essential alternative. The Mollii suits will enable this process to continue.
Rūta Dimanta, Director of the POGA Rehabilitation Center, stated, "Thanks to this donation, the POGA Children’s Rehabilitation Center will be able to continue providing services even in times of crisis. We can now offer remote services and allow our physiotherapists to return to work. In total, at least 80 children will benefit from this support."
Ināra Tetereva emphasized, “By modernizing medical services, we not only improve the quality of life for severely ill children but also give them a chance to fulfill their dreams with the “superhero costume”.' Fulfilled dreams lead to a happier life, and I sincerely wish these children success.”
The Mollii therapeutic suits, produced in Sweden, are used in the treatment of spasticity and other movement disorders caused by conditions such as cerebral palsy, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord trauma, and other neurological impairments. The suit also helps alleviate pain associated with spasticity. The device can be remotely controlled and is designed for use in home settings, with online consultations from specialists. Each session lasts for 60 minutes, and the therapeutic effect can last up to 49 hours. The cost of each suit is 2200 euros, available in nine sizes.
This technology will remain available after the COVID-19 pandemic ends, enabling children in remote areas to receive care at home and providing a solution for those who are unable to attend outpatient rehabilitation.
Funds for the purchase of the "superhero suits" are being raised via the Ziedot.lv charity platform. Thanks to support from ERAB, every euro donated to the POGA Rehabilitation Center from April 1 to October 1, 2020, will be matched. Ināra Tetereva encourages others to join the cause and support children with movement disorders.