CCDT, developed by Ed Snapp, P.T., is an all- inclusive treatment approach, based on the chronological development of the nervous system, beginning with prenatal development.
When a person experiences a traumatic or toxic injury, foundational sensory - motor information can be erased or damaged, interfering with normal function. The central nervous system then regresses to earlier patterns of prenatal function and posture that have typically been recognized as spasticity and abnormal coordination.
Using environmental stimulation, CCDT works to first rebuild the earliest levels of functions, especially those developed in the prenatal period, before focusing on progressively higher levels of function.
This approach includes sensory factors, environmental controls and movement activities in a closely controlled sequence to re-establish the background necessary to regain progressive control of functional skills. CCDT enhances standard therapy modalities by incorporating sensory information from prenatal time periods with known developmental functions to achieve greater treatment outcomes.
Even though Malcolm began reading at age 2 1/2, a psychiatrist labeled him retarded. At 15, another "professional" labeled him minimally brain damaged. Shortly thereafter, he began a new teaching method/ therapy (CCDT & CCDE) which began to release his intelligence. In the first 8 months he gained:
28 months in comprehension 21 months in science 19 months in social studies
This was an educational miracle brought about by an innovative physical therapist genius named Ed Snapp, P.T., (Developeer of CCDT & CCDE)