Phelps Approach
Introduction The Phelps Approach refers to a comprehensive treatment strategy developed by orthopedic physician W.M. Phelps, primarily aimed at addressing the needs of individuals with cerebral palsy. One of the first people to treat cerebral palsy was the orthopedic physician W.M. Phelps of Baltimore. (Phelps 1949, 1952; Slominski 1984) He promoted the formation of rehabilitation…