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P«,;e 16 - PLAIN DEALER-HERALD. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20,1985 Easter Seal gives new hope for handicapped Since his birth almost nine year" a#o, Chris Schauer has had many health problems. Chris was bom with a hole in his heart and suffered a stroke during a cardiac catherization at age two and a half, leaving him totally paralyzed. Eventually, the paralysis subsided, but Chris was still very weak on his right side, requiring extensive physical therapy. Chris' birth defect has since been corrected through open heart surgery, but a year and a half ago his family received more disheartening news when he was diagnosed as suffering from dermatomyositis, J muscle and skin disease which weakens the muscles. Chris is currently undergoing physical therapy at the Easter Seal Society for McHenry County and, Sharon Schauer, Chris' mother, says, "he's come far!" Doctors have told Mrs. Schauer that the der­ matomyositis will eventually "burn itself out" giving her a hopeful outlook, but they have given no indication of when that might happen. "Very little information is available (about the disease)," she added. In the meantime, the Schauers are looking ahead at years of therapy. "Therapy is the ultimate," Schauer said. "Easter Seals has really helped Chris." s At the same time Chris began County farmers to convene Twenty McHenry County farmers and members of the news media will gather at the Old Courthouse Inn this week to evaluate a presentation by David Larson, Galesburg, field operations director for Top Farm Systems. The program and analysis is the centerpiece for McHenry county's annual Agriculture Day observance. Heading Top Farm Systems are Clifford Ganschow, chair­ man, and Larson, Galesburg, farmer of some of the nation's best farmland in Knox County, Illinois. The celebration is being held to focus on the outstanding productive efficiency of the American farmer. "The presentation by Larson will challenge farmers to review their present farming methods- to see if they are experiencing yield declines similar to what Larson will describe despite the increased use of fertilizer and chemicals," said Don Peasley, chairman of the Agriculture Day. Through a combination of tillage, cultural and chemical methods, Larson says he has created an environment where restored* biological life can make available to plants the enormous amounts of potassium, phosphorous and calcium presently in the soils. Urging farmers to hear his experience and evaluate his approach, Larson concludes: "For many farms in critical financial situations, it could mean the difference between surviving and not surviving. Such a program is essential for l o n g - t e r m p r o f i t a b l e agriculture." Seekers plan future projects The Insect Seekers 4-H Club held their last meeting at the home of the Nordlings. The meeting was opened with the *-H and U.S.A. pledges. It was decided to participate in the window display for the next year. Other new business related to "International People to People" and the planning of a slide presentation on China, given by Mr. Tobin. physical therapy at Easter Seals two and a half years ago, an exercise program was developed for Schauer to carry out with her son at home. "Chris requires a specialized physical therapy program because of the combined problems resulting from his stroke and his der­ matomyositis," Easter Seal Physical Therapist Karen Beale said. "Both his strength and his range of movement have suf­ fered." "Therapy is aimed at maintaining his range of movement and improving his strength so that Chris can perform as many activities as possible for a child his age." Chris' physical therapy program incorporates a wide range of exercise and activities, including walking and running, climbing a staircase and jumping. A treadmill is used to improve his endurance and weights are also used for strengthening. Other exercises are used to increase coordination and balance as well as increase lung capacity. "When treating a young child, a variety of activities must be used in order to maintain the enthusiasm and cooperation of the child," Beale said, adding that his is particularly im­ portant in cases involving long- term therapy. Many people with problems similar to those Chris has ex­ perienced, as well as others, are helped through Easter Seal therapy programs every year. Many people cannot - afford therapy on their own, but at Easter Seals, they are never turned away. Children like Chris can be helped through donations during the spring Easter Seal mail campaign in March and April. 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