The appointment with the Developmental Clinic went very well. There was an educational/developmental therapist, a resident doctor and the developmental doctor. They examined and observed Jack (who did very, very well considering he normally cries at dr's offices these days). They asked a bunch of questions and we got a lot of positive and helpful feedback. Basically our goal was to be sure we were doing everything we can to help Jack (appropriate therapies, specialists, etc.) They commended us on how great we were doing with everything (and I'll tell you it helps so much when the dr recognizes the parents' efforts).

The doctor prescribed Oral Baclofen (a muscle relaxant) to help with Jack's tightness -- she feels he'll be on his way to walking with relieving some of the spasticity. I have read mixed reviews about Baclofen but am willing to give it a try.

She also mentioned hippotherapy (horseback riding) (YAY -- I wanted to do this) and constraint therapy (also have been interested in trying this as well). With constraint therapy (it's not as harsh as it sounds) we would systematically get Jack to use his right hand more and more by limiting the use of his left hand for very short periods of time throughout the day.

It was very informative and has given me TONS to think about. It's nice to know that there are many options for helping Jack. (and yes, the picture is one of Mr. Jack trying to escape out the front door).