Pain is a common problem among children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP), and it can negatively affect daily activities and sleep. But, being older, female, and having decreased mobility are factors that increase the risk of experiencing a higher frequency or intensity of pain. Those findings are included in…
Everyone needs adequate sleep each night. Sleep allows the body to rest and recharge for the following day. But for people with cerebral palsy, sleeping isn’t always easy, as we frequently struggle with spasticity and involuntarily movements. I have difficulty sleeping. Luckily, I’ve found ways to help me address…
Health-related quality of life in young adults with cerebral palsy (CP) is comparable to people in the general population, a study has found. However, problems with pain, fatigue, and sleep were found across all physical functioning CP categories. Significantly, however, higher…
Who doesn’t enjoy a good night’s sleep? We all long to fall into bed after a long, busy day. When you have cerebral palsy, it can be challenging to fall and stay asleep. Over the years, I have tried various methods to achieve uninterrupted sleep. I want to…
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have an elevated risk of developing mental health disorders, which is partially accounted for by their levels of pain, physical activity, and sleep, according to a study. The study, “Mental health disorders and physical risk factors in children with cerebral palsy: a cross-sectional study,”…
Intrathecal injection of baclofen (ITB) improves dystonia, muscle tone, pain, and other impairments in patients with dyskinetic cerebral palsy (CP), a new study from Sweden shows. The study, “Intrathecal baclofen in dyskinetic cerebral palsy: effects on function and activity,” was published in the journal Developmental Medicine &…