
What are common treatments for cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · The treatment differs from person to person, depending on each one’s specific needs. Although the initial damage of cerebral palsy in the brain cannot be reversed, earlier and aggressive …
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 …
Cerebral Palsy Resources | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver ...
May 6, 2024 · MedlinePlus: Cerebral Palsy MedlinePlus, from the National Library of Medicine, provides a wealth of information and resources for consumers on cerebral palsy and many other health topics. …
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 causes cerebral palsy? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver ...
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 in the first …
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 intellectual …
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.
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy ...
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 diagnosis …
Common Treatment to Delay Labor Decreases Preterm Infants' Risk
Aug 27, 2008 · Preterm infants born to mothers receiving intravenous magnesium sulfate--a common treatment to delay labor--are less likely to develop cerebral palsy than are preterm infants whose …
Other Cerebral Palsy FAQs | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver ...
Aug 10, 2013 · Find answers to other common questions about cerebral palsy, such as how to reduce the risk for it, associated conditions, and health challenges in adults with cerebral palsy.