HubHip - Cerebral Palsy

DescriptionCerebral Palsy is a term used to describe a group of chronic conditions affecting body movements and muscle coordination. It is caused by damage to the brain, usually occurring during fetal development, or during infancy. It can also accur befor, during or shortly following birth.

Cerebral Palsy is neither progressive (it doesn't get worse with time), nor communicable (you can't "catch it"). It is one of the most common disabling conditions of childhood.

There are 4 types of Cerebral Palsy: Spastic Cerebral Palsy characterized by stiff and difficult movement; Athetoid Cerebral Palsy characterized by involuntary and uncontrolled movement; Ataxic Cerebral Palsy characterized by a disturbed sense of balance and depth perception; and Mixed Cerebral Palsy.

Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Read about a disease that can have a broad range of severity. Learn how to spot the symptoms, how CP is diagnosed, and what team of physicians is needed for treatment.

NINDS Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Information page compiled by The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Pediatric Oncall: Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Describes and answers questions about causes, prevention, and treatment.

Kiss it Make it Better: Cerebral Palsy Risks & Pregnancy (Site) - Parents guide provides information on steps for preventing cerebral palsy in unborn children.

Cerebral Palsy Resource Center (Site) - Provides information about many aspects of cerebral palsy, including history, types, causes, and CP in the media. From Carolyn, a woman with spastic hemiplegia as well as a seizure disorder.

How Can I Help (Site) - Information for friends and relatives of a child with cerebral palsy.

The Cerebral Palsy Network (Site) - Provides information about the CPN as well as a resource center. Includes a chat room and an email group at Yahoo.

Midwife Archives: Maternal Infection and Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Describes the increased risk of cerebral palsy created by maternal infection.

Cerebral Palsy Fact Sheet (Site) - March of Dimes defines cerebral palsy and related disorders, and describes causes and treatment.

Cerebral Palsy Society of New Zealand (Site) - Information on the types, causes, effects and management of CP.

Cerebral Palsy Tutorial (Site) - Provides information about types, causes, therapy and growing up with CP. From the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Children's Medical Center.

Cerebral Palsy Info Central (Site) - Provides an overview of CP, including definitions of common terms, information about living with CP, and general disability resources.

Causes of Cerebral Palsy (Site) - CP has its origins in genetic and non genetic factors. This sites explores its causes from both positions.

Caring for Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Offers detailed support, references and links focusing on the logistics of caring for a child with CP.

Cerebral Palsy: Hope Through Research (Site) - An informational booklet on CP compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Associated Conditions of Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Explores in detail the conditions associated with CP such as epilepsy, severe constipation, depression, and perception impairments.

Forms of Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Examines in detail the different forms of CP and includes a glossary and bibliography.

Cerebral Palsy: A Guide for Care (Site) - Describes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and types of cerebral palsy.

Growth Assessment in Children with Cerebral Palsy (Site) - Includes general information and resources for further reading. Describes segmental measures, standard measures, and equipment. From the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Children's Medical Center.

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Cerebral Palsy