Search Results for: cerebral palsy

May 20, 2020May 20, 2020

University of Nebraska Students Help Create VR Game for Cerebral Palsy Therapy

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A team of students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln helped to design a virtual reality (VR) game intended to assist with physical therapy for children with cerebral palsy (CP). They ... Read more

Information About COVID-19 for Cerebral Palsy Patients

Updates Editor’s Note: This page is updated weekly with new information related to COVID-19 testing and potential treatments in development. Click the arrow next to the date to expand the ... Read more

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020

Early Signs of Cerebral Palsy Poorly Studied, Can Delay Help

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A clear hand preference in the first year or two of life, and delayed motor milestones are commonly cited as early signs of cerebral palsy (CP), a review study reported. ... Read more

Occupational Therapy for Cerebral Palsy

Occupational therapy is a form of rehabilitation therapy. It is a crucial part of a comprehensive treatment plan for children with cerebral palsy. The aim of occupational therapy is to ... Read more

Speech Therapy for Cerebral Palsy

Speech and language problems are common to cerebral palsy (CP) because of the motor, intellectual, and sensory impairments this disease causes. In children with CP, these difficulties can range from mild to ... Read more

Aids and Adaptations for People Living with Cerebral Palsy

Children and adults living with cerebral palsy (CP) may need aids or adaptive devices at home, school, and work to make their lives easier. Every person with CP experiences a ... Read more

March 6, 2020March 6, 2020

Botox Can Improve Functional Outcomes in Children With Cerebral Palsy, Study Says

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A single intramuscular injection of botulinum toxin A — more commonly known as botox — can significantly reduce upper limb spasticity and improve functional outcomes in children with cerebral palsy, ... Read more

Cerebral Palsy and Diet

Individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) have problems with muscle tone, movement, and/or motor skills. They also have growth deficits because of swallowing, feeding, and digestive problems. That’s why they need a ... Read more

March 2, 2020March 2, 2020

Pain Common to 70% of Adults with Cerebral Palsy, Analysis Finds

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Nearly three-quarters of adults with cerebral palsy experience pain as a symptom, a meta-analysis suggests. “Pain in adults with cerebral palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of individual participant data,” ... Read more

Surgery for the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy

Surgery may be used to ease, relieve, or treat various symptoms or limitations that cerebral palsy (CP) causes. It can make the condition more manageable, prevent future complications, and improve ... Read more