
Cerebral Palsy
Aug 15, 2014 · Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders that begin in infancy or early childhood and that primarily affect body movement but, in more severe cases, may also be …
What causes cerebral palsy? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …
Aug 11, 2013 · Cerebral palsy is caused by damage or abnormal development in the parts of the brain that control movement. These events can happen before, during, or shortly after birth or …
Cerebral Palsy - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child ...
Cerebral palsy describes a group of neurological disorders that begin in infancy or early childhood and primarily affect body movement but, in more severe cases, may also be associated with …
What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
The symptoms of cerebral palsy vary in type, can range from mild to severe, and can change over time. Symptoms are different for each person, depending on the areas of the brain that have …
About Cerebral Palsy - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National ...
Aug 15, 2014 · About Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy is the term for a group of brain disorders that affect muscles and body movement. The condition is caused by damage to parts of the brain …
What are the early signs of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · The signs of cerebral palsy usually appear in the first few months of life, but many children are not diagnosed until age 2 or later. In general, early signs of cerebral palsy include …
What are the types of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
There are several types of cerebral palsy, classified by the kind of movement affected, the body parts affected, and how severe the symptoms are.
What are the risk factors for cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · Learn more about some of the events or medical problems during pregnancy that can increase the risk of congenital cerebral palsy.
What are common treatments for cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · What are common treatments for cerebral palsy? A child may need one or several different types of treatment depending on how severe the symptoms are and what parts of the …
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed? - NICHD
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed? Most children with cerebral palsy are diagnosed during their first 2 years of life. But if symptoms are mild, a healthcare provider may not be able to make a …