Interruptions in Physical Therapy Aggravate Muscle Stiffness in Children With CP, Study Suggests

Interruptions in physical therapy aggravate muscle stiffness, or spasticity, and decrease joint movement in children with cerebral palsy (CP), a Korean study suggests. The study, “The Role of Regular Physical Therapy on Spasticity in Children With Cerebral Palsy,” was published in the journal Annals of Rehabilitation Medicine.  Cerebral palsy…

I’m Learning to Cope with Cerebral Palsy and Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition affecting more than 54 million people in the U.S. When someone has cerebral palsy, the chance of developing arthritis is significantly higher. I have arthritis, and I’m slowly learning how to manage it. The term arthritis means joint inflammation and encompasses over…