Does High Muscle Tone Always Mean Cerebral Palsy?
High muscle tone, or hypertonia, is a condition that causes tight muscles and stiff or rigid movements. This can make it difficult to sit, stand,…
High muscle tone, or hypertonia, is a condition that causes tight muscles and stiff or rigid movements. This can make it difficult to sit, stand,…
Children with health conditions like cerebral palsy (CP) and other disabilities often need full-time care and support throughout their lives. Sadly, too many families are…
My name is Amie Kroessig from Atlanta, Georgia, and I was born with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders that affects…
A cerebral palsy (CP) diagnosis can feel overwhelming and emotional. Panic, fear, and anger may be common reactions, especially if your child’s disability was caused…
The cerebral palsy and Boston Marathon communities are mourning the loss of esteemed advocate and icon Rick Hoyt. Rick passed away at the age of…
Alex Roca Campillo, a runner with cerebral palsy (CP), recently became the first person with a 76% disability to complete a marathon. He adds the…
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