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In addition, 56 intelligence tests were given to children attending
St. Christopher's Special School.
A further 26 intelligence tests were given to children who were
about to attend St. Giles': Special School, and a further 7 children already
attending St. Giles*.
PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINICS
Clinics for school children at St. James's Road, Croydon and at New
Addington have continued during the year, and statistical details may be
found on page 58. The appointment of Miss Veach to a full-time post
made it possible to provide a service in the southern part of the Borough.
Physiotherapy Clinic (Purley). Miss M. Veach, M.C.S.P.,
Senior Physiotherapist.
In January 1966 Physiotherapy Services were resumed in the Purley,
Sanderstead and Coulsdon districts. Clinics for school children were held
at Purley and Sanderstead. At several schools in the area where space
was available for the physiotherapist, treatment sessions were held.
The conditions treated fall into two main categories, i.e. Children
with respiratory and orthopaedic problems. The children receiving treatment
for asthma while attending normal schools were encouraged to take
part in all school games and physical education. Swimming was especially
recommended, and the school staff concerned have been most helpful.
Under the heading orthopaedic conditions were seen children with
postural imbalances due to growth factors, round shoulders, knock knees,
flat feet. Most responded well to exercises, a few required only occasional
checking while wearing adapted shoes.