Anthony Rodriguez, Parent of Special Needs Violin Student
Posted by Things 4 Strings on Jan 30th 2019
Originally postd on 2011-04-22 by Anthony Rodriguez

My daughters name is Denaya and at 6 months old she was diagnosed with infantile spasms. The doctors told us to come to terms with the fact that she would have almost no chance of making it to 4 years old in her past state.
She has proven everyone WRONG! After having 70% on the left side of her brain removed to stop the seizures she continues to amaze.
She is now just a "normal kid" and has developed a liking for music. We got her into violin as possible therapy due to the face that she lost most all strength in her right arm and leg. It started real slow, mostly from not being able to hold the bow correctly. But thanks to this amazing device my daughter has not only made huge leaps, but just being able to hold the bow has given her the confidence she needs to move forward.
My family wishes to thank you for helping her with your ideas to help those who might not be able to help themselves.
P.S Denaya is the one in between my wife and I.
Thank You......