Suit Therapies have become an exciting tool in pediatric rehabilitation, especially for children with neurological and motor disorders such as cerebral palsy. Among one of the options we started using at Hope AMC is the Kyrios Suit — a dynamic postural and sensory orthotic garment designed to support and enhance movement, posture, and comfort.
What Is the Kyrios Suit?
The Kyrios Suit is a wearable orthosis (a supportive garment) made with advanced compression fabrics and strategically placed reinforcement. It was developed to provide continuous postural support and proprioceptive input throughout daily activities, not just during formal therapy sessions.
What this suit basically does during intensive therapy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy:
- Improve trunk stability and alignment
- Enhance postural control and sensory awareness
- Support movement quality and comfort during everyday tasks and therapy sessions
How It Works
The Kyrios Suit uses dynamic compression and sensory reinforcement to influence muscle tone and posture. The deep pressure and tactile feedback from the garment help the nervous system better recognize body position (proprioception), which is a key component in motor control and balance.
Scientific Context: Suit Therapies in Rehabilitation
A systematic review of suit therapies in children with cerebral palsy found that wearing these types of suits alongside conventional intensive therapy can improve proximal stability (core control), gross motor function, and gait compared with conventional therapy alone.
It’s also important to keep in mind broader evidence reviews have noted that while suit therapy shows promise, high-quality clinical trials are limited and more research is needed to fully define their effectiveness across all populations and conditions.
Who Might Benefit?
- Children with cerebral palsy struggling with postural control
- Individuals with hypotonia, alignment challenges, or sensory-motor integration needs
- Children who need extra proprioceptive support during movement and play activities
The Kyrios Suit represents a practical, wearable tool that bridges the gap between therapy sessions and everyday life. While science is still evolving, existing research on suit therapies supports the idea that dynamic compression garments can be a valuable addition to pediatric rehabilitation when used appropriately. Always work with your child’s therapy team to personalize use based on your goals and needs.
