Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a condition that results in movement and posture-related physical disability. In addition, there may be secondary conditions such as sensory or cognition disorders. These cerebral palsy symptoms are most often the result of damage to the fetus's developing brain. The most common type of cerebral palsy is spastic diplegia (the other two types are ataxic and athetoid or dyskinetic). The following articles describe these conditions, plus information about the most recent advances in cerebral palsy treatment and research.
An estimated 35 percent of all children with cerebral palsy are malnourished due to a lack of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients and an overall reduced caloric intake. Find out how to manage your cerebral palsy diet.
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Articles
For Steady Eddy, Cerebral Palsy and Laughter Aren't Mutually Exclusive
Steady Eddy is an Australian comedian with cerebral palsy. He discusses growing up with cerebral palsy and how he uses his childhood experiences with his disability as the basis for his comic...
Exercising with Cerebral Palsy: the Workout
Check out these five exercises for people living with cerebral palsy. These exercises can be part of a physical therapy routine, and include some wheelchair exercises. Tips include a warm up and cool...
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Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy in Children with Cerebral Palsy
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High Success Rate with Education and Employment For Adults with Cerebral Palsy
A recent study finds that adults with moderate to severe cerebral palsy remain competitive on the job and socially engaged with the help of assistive technology. Read on to discover the greatest...
Cerebral Palsy Patients Prevent Partial Hip Dislocation with Botox
It's not just for Hollywood stars anymore: Find out what common substance, usually used to eliminate facial lines, is helping some children with cerebral palsy avoid hip dislocation.
