Virtual reality-based, real-time feedback can help improve gait abnormalities in people with cerebral palsy, a new study shows. The study, “Immediate effects of immersive biofeedback on gait in children with cerebral palsy,” was published in the journal Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Gait, which refers to a person’s manner…
Monitoring mirror movements in children with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP) due to perinatal stroke may be a useful clinical marker to determine motor disability severity. It also may be helpful in selecting patients for personalized rehabilitation. Those findings are in…
Surgical removal of salivary glands to treat drooling in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP) increases the number of white spots in their teeth, which must be treated promptly to avoid complications such as caries (cavities), a study finds. The…
Women make up about half of the world’s population. While I’m happy and feel blessed to be a woman, there’s no doubt that we are treated differently than men. Sometimes it’s OK for the approach to be more individualized, depending on the circumstances. However, when it affects…
Children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP) who have constipation and inflamed gums are more likely to be neurologically compromised and use anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), a study finds. The study, “Constipation, Antiepileptic drugs, and Gingivitis in Children and Adolescents with Cerebral Palsy,” was published in the International Journal of Paediatric…
Everyone has their pet peeves no matter who they are or whether they have a disability. We all have things that get on our nerves. As a person with cerebral palsy, I have my pet peeves. Let’s see if you can relate to my list. Marriage and relationships…
Have you ever acted in a play or performed as a dancer? Being onstage is often rare for people with cerebral palsy. Luckily, the times are changing, and inclusion is becoming more common. At a younger age, I dreamed of doing something onstage, and later, it became a reality.
Brain stimulation paired with hand function training is safe and well-tolerated in children and young adults with unilateral cerebral palsy, a study reports. In addition, although the results seem to vary, this combination approach may provide some benefits to these patients, according to the researchers. The study, “Transcranial…
Treatment with baclofen administered directly into the spinal fluid is less invasive and more effective than deep brain stimulation to improve the quality of life of adults with cerebral palsy (CP), a retrospective and comparative study shows. These findings were reported by Korean researchers in a study titled “…
What child doesn’t enjoy playing with toys? Toys are a developmental tool that help children learn by molding minds through play, experiments, and concept building. The Mattel doll known as Barbie is 60 years old this year. Many girls have played with Barbie through the years. Most…