{"id":276738,"date":"2026-05-19T15:38:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T15:38:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/276738\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T15:38:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T15:38:36","slug":"orlando-boy-with-cerebral-palsy-gets-adaptive-tricycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/276738\/","title":{"rendered":"Orlando boy with cerebral palsy gets adaptive tricycle"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 A 3-year-old Orlando boy with cerebral palsy is getting new help to stay active and play alongside his twin brother.<\/p>\n

Tanias was born prematurely and spent the first four months of his life in the NICU.<\/p>\n

At 18 months old, he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects his mobility and physical development.<\/p>\n

Because of his condition, Tanias needs specialized equipment to help strengthen his muscles and support his development.<\/p>\n

His family reached out to Wheelchairs 4 Kids<\/a>, a nonprofit organization that provides medical equipment and assistive devices to children when insurance does not cover the cost.<\/p>\n

With support from Suncoast Credit Union, Tanias received an adaptive tricycle.<\/p>\n

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The specialized bike is designed to help improve strength, coordination and mobility while giving Tanias a safe way to enjoy outdoor play.<\/p>\n

His mother said the tricycle will allow him to ride alongside his twin brother and gain more independence.<\/p>\n

Wheelchairs 4 Kids provides wheelchairs, home and vehicle modifications, and other medical equipment to children with physical disabilities at no cost to their families through its Let\u2019s Roll program.<\/p>\n

The organization also hosts events through its Wheely Fun Days inclusion program, giving children it serves opportunities to socialize and have fun.<\/p>\n

More information is available through Wheelchairs 4 Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here<\/a> to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.<\/p>\n

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