What is Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral Palsy is a term used to describe a group of chronic conditions affecting body movement and muscle coordination
What Causes Cerebral Palsy?
It is caused by faulty development or damage to motor areas in the brain that disrupt the brain's ability to adequately control movement and posture.
What are Some Effects?
How Many People Have Cerebral Palsy in the US?
About 764,000 children and adults
How Can You Manage the Effects?
Medication, surgery, braces, and therapy can be used to improve coordination. These should be started as early as possible. |