Athetoid cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition characterized by abnormal, involuntary movements. This form of cerebral palsy is the second-most common type and affects between 12% and 14% of all people diagnosed with CP. People with athetoid CP fluctuate between hypertonia, or highly rigid muscles, and hypotonia, or very low muscular tension. Because of this, […]
Many pregnant women whose babies are post-term or whose labor is not progressing as it should receive labor-inducing drugs. Cytotec, which is a popular brand of the generic drug misoprostol, is a synthetic medication that stimulates the body to begin uterine contractions. This drug was approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat and […]
Dyskinetic cerebral palsy (CP) is caused by damage to the basal ganglia or cerebellum in the brain and can cause multiple problems, including involuntary movements of the muscles, motor control problems, and developmental delays. The primary characteristics of this type of cerebral palsy include postural abnormalities while resting and sudden muscle contractions when trying to […]
If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy caused by a birth injury, you likely feel overwhelmed and concerned about their future. Cerebral palsy can permanently affect your child’s life and have a substantial impact on your family’s financial well-being. Fortunately, Pennsylvania law allows victims and their families to pursue compensation against the negligent […]
Following a difficult birth, many parents closely monitor their babies to check whether they are okay. One condition some parents might see involves their infants rapidly shivering in the upper chest, shoulders, neck, and head. This condition is called infant shudder syndrome. Babies who have this condition might show symptoms several times per day. In […]