I would continue to encourage her to learn to float on her back and learn to
roll over.  Can she roll over on land without using any help or equipment?
Do you have someone near by that teaches adapted swimming?  Check with your
local school to see if they have an adaptive PE teacher who might be able to
suggest someone.


Beth T.

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Subject: Re: Swimming with hemiplegia


Thanks Kyle and Magenta-
I think our local target or Sams has a suit with
little rectangles that are sewn around the waist. I
think this may be what your talking about. I
appreciate the resources you mentioned. I agree, that
regardless of her becoming a good swimmer she should
learn to float in an emergency situation

Thanks

Jason Kruse


Jason Kruse, PA
Family Medicine East
Heartland Research Associates
Kansas PA Temps