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Safety is paramount when it comes to overseeing the education and play of young children. The Pediatric Belt Cane plays a crucial role in reducing risks associated with immature cane handling. When a cane is dropped or misplaced, the child may be vulnerable to tripping or losing orientation. The belt eliminates these hazards by keeping the cane firmly attached.

From the 1700s to the 1900s, blind children were often excluded from mobility training and safe exploration. This post traces the evolution of early intervention practices—from the first institutions for blind youth to the emergence of orientation and mobility education. Learn how early efforts, both groundbreaking and flawed, laid the groundwork for today’s innovations in independent movement for children born blind.