Cerebral palsy is caused by irreversible brain damage that can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as stiff muscles, contractures, and involuntary movements. Thankfully, cerebral palsy…
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Although strength training for cerebral palsy was once believed to increase stiffened muscles (spasticity), new studies show it is beneficial. Exercises such as resistance training,…
Preparing for back to school in 2021 can be especially stressful for parents of children with cerebral palsy. Returning to in-person learning during a pandemic…
Children with cerebral palsy may develop various musculoskeletal problems such as bone deformities, dislocated joints, and contracted muscles that lead to issues with the feet.…
Cerebral palsy and incontinence can, unfortunately, occur alongside each other. Although most children with cerebral palsy learn to control bladder and bowel incontinence, it is…
Cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy are two groups of conditions that are sometimes confused for one another. Cerebral palsy impacts muscle tone, coordination, and mental…
Meet Shea Sakahara Shea Sakahara is a 12-year old baseball star and community icon, he also has cerebral palsy (CP). Shea was determined to become…
Here are 10 books that are perfect for any child with CP or a parent who is looking to further their understanding of cerebral palsy.
