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As Teresa’s legs and arms straightened, her neck bent forward more and more. She could not
lift her chin from her chest. The village workers made her a head support, attached to a firm cloth
around her chest. Over a period of months, the support gently brought up her head.
Teresa is now able to walk with
crutches. Through daily work she gets
much of the same therapy she gets
doing her exercises.
She also continues with her daily exercises to straighten
and strengthen her arms and legs.
Sewing together with her friends helps Teresa improve the
use of her hands. She is also gaining skills with her therapy.
(5 photos by Richard Parker)
At home, Teresa now helps care for her younger
brothers and sisters. She and her family share the
household tasks. Before, others had to take care of
her.
(photo by Andy Brown)
Disabled village Children