Cerebral palsy frequently results because of brain development complications during pregnancy, labor, or shortly after delivery. These complications can include infections, medical conditions, external factors, and injuries that increase the risk that a child will develop cerebral palsy. For example, a baby whose oxygen supply is disrupted during labor and delivery might suffer a brain […]
Learning that a child has cerebral palsy can be overwhelming for most parents. If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, you might be worried about whether they will grow to be independent and have a fulfilling life. While cerebral palsy is incurable, many children significantly benefit from early intervention to help them improve […]
When a child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, the parents might feel emotionally devastated. It is common for parents to worry about their children’s future and whether they will ever be able to live independent, happy lives. Cerebral palsy (CP ranges in severity and does not affect all children with the condition in the same […]
If your child has received a diagnosis of cerebral palsy, you are likely worried about their future and whether they will be able to become independent and live a fulfilling life. While cerebral palsy is a lifelong condition, it is not progressive. This means that your child’s condition will not worsen with time. If you […]
Spastic cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common type of CP and affects around 80% of people who are diagnosed with cerebral palsy. This type of cerebral palsy is characterized by overly stiff, tight muscles that cause problems with movement or result in jerky, stiff movements. Children with spastic CP can’t relax muscles, leaving them […]