Child Symptoms

October 17,2013

Detecting Cerebral Palsy During Pregnancy

While many expectant mothers may wish to know during pregnancy whether or not their child will have cerebral palsy, there is no singular test for it, and diagnosis is commonly made through observation of the child’s development over time. There are many issues that can arise during pregnancy &

August 17,2012

Cerebral Palsy Symptoms May Start Early

Because of the many improvements in medical scanning technology, children with cerebral palsy are quite frequently diagnosed shortly after being born. There are cases, however, where parents may go for some time without suspecting that there is anything wrong with their child. Some cerebral palsy sy

February 27,2012

Range of Disabilities Mark Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy will make it harder for a child while they’re growing up. Even if the child is not developmental delayed, they may feel left out of their peer group because of their physical limitations. If you’re a parent dealing with a new child who has CP, here are some of the challen

January 18,2012

Will My Child with Cerebral Palsy Walk?

Cerebral palsy is not always completely disabling. In most cases, however, it will have some effects on the ability of the affected individual to get around. Cerebral palsy is most notable for its effects on the muscles. For example, dyskinetic cerebral palsy oftentimes causes painful muscle spasm

November 29,2011

Cerebral Palsy and Pain Management

Dealing With Pain Management Cerebral palsy is most well-known for its effects on the nervous system and the control of the muscles. Spasmodic muscles, however, can also cause a significant deal of pain. Some people who suffer with cerebral palsy are completely incapacitated because of the lack of c

October 06,2010

Does Cerebral Palsy Get Worse with Time?

Cerebral palsy (Cerebral Palsy) is not a progressive or degenerative disorder, and thus dos not necessarily get better or worse over time (although this often depends on the level of severity and treatment provided). Symptoms of cerebral palsy generally remain the same throughout a person’s lifeti

August 04,2010

Signs to Look for Cerebral Palsy in a Child 6-12 Months Old

Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition resulting in abnormal movement or a lack of muscle control. Initial symptoms of this condition may be subtle, especially in the first six months of age. Cerebral Palsy symptoms to look for at six months of age include babies who do not seem to move one si

August 03,2010

What Should I Know About Cerebral Palsy Gait?

Cerebral palsy gait problems are typically the result of neurological damages to the brain that control the muscles and other parts of the body related to movement. The ability to move is a very complex process that involves the cooperation of sensory, motor and central nervous systems. There are

August 02,2010

What are the Symptoms of Hypotonia?

Hypotonia is another term for abnormally low muscle tone, which often results in reduced muscle strength. It is not a specific medical disorder, but rather a manifestation of a disorder that affects motor control. Identifying hypotonia is usually a straightforward process, however, diagnosing the u

August 02,2010

How Does Spastic Cerebral Palsy Affect Muscles and Joints?

Spastic cerebral palsy is one of the most common forms of cerebral palsy, and accounts for nearly 80 percent of all cerebral palsy cases. Those that suffer from this specific classification generally have stiff muscles that often stay in an extended contracted state, and as a result, normal moveme