Physical therapy is important when it comes to managing cerebral palsy. Join us as we discuss some of the most popular exercises that can help alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with the condition. Cerebral palsy is a developmental condition characterized by impaired mobility and cognitive
February 20,2014
Mom With Cerebral Palsy Helped by Marijuana
If you haven’t read about it yet, news outlets have been talking about a woman suffering from cerebral palsy who is publicly stating that using marijuana made her a better person. The mother to several children also stated that weed made her a better mother as it made it possible for her to talk
January 07,2014
Nanomedicine Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
Last year, a study published in the Journal Science Transnational Medicine pointed to a breakthrough which might help stop Cerebral Palsy in its tracks. Cerebral palsy affects about four in every one thousand children born in the USA. This condition may lead to lifelong disability, which can affectÂ
November 19,2013
Using Smartphones to Improve Coordination
According to a recent article in Forbes, people with cerebral palsy may have more to look forward to as far as getting assistance dealing with some of the most frustrating aspects of the condition. Cerebral palsy causes problems controlling the muscles, and while some of the people who suffer it ar
June 19,2013
Cells Could Be Reprogrammed to Treat Cerebral Palsy
Disability Scoop reports that researchers may have found a way to utilize skin cells to treat cerebral palsy. The treatment involves using skin cells and actually turning them into brain cells, which could allow physicians to treat the brain damage that actually causes cerebral palsy. According to t
According to recent reports, researchers have completed an experiment that showed improvement in the motor skills of children with brain damage. The researchers worked with children who suffer from a condition called hemiparetic cerebral palsy. This is a form of cerebral palsy that only affects one
June 19,2013
British Child with CP to Receive Surgery in US
According to a report from the Daily Mail, a child born in England with cerebral palsy will receive a surgery called a selective dorsal rhizotomy in the United States, which is hoped to alleviate some of the symptoms of his condition. The child profiled is one of a pair of twins who are identical,
With current medical technology, brain injuries unfortunately cannot be repaired. This means that people who suffer from cerebral palsy cannot be “cured.” There are, however, options that may allow people with cerebral palsy to enjoy a much better quality of life, and in some cases, to d
Student researchers have developed a device that is extremely low cost, and that may help avert some of the worst brain damage that some children suffer during a difficult delivery. According to reports, the device is so simple and cost effective that it should be able to help people—even in devel
April 08,2013
Nutrition Often a Problem for Kids with Cerebral Palsy
It can be very difficult for people with full control of their bodies to understand exactly what cerebral palsy entails. Some children with CP have trouble controlling their mouths, tongues and the muscles used to swallow. This oftentimes results in speech problems, but there are other, very sever