Cerebral Palsy (CP) is caused by birth disorders that affect the central nervous system during brain development. Less than 1% of children are born with this type of injury. Almost half the children affected by Cerebral Palsy develop Hypertonia or Spasticity (excessive muscle tension with increased tendon reflexes). This is usually caused by damage to the white matter of the brain.
Less than 1% of children are born with this type of injury. Almost half the children affected by cerebral palsy develop hypertonia or spasticity (excessive muscle tension with increased tendon reflexes). This is usually caused by damage to the white matter of the brain. Other affected children can have mixed cerebral palsy, experiencing multiple symptoms with a spastic component. Cerebral palsy can result in irreversible damage and dysfunction of the nervous system.
There are the most common symptoms of CP. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. The child may have muscle weakness, poor motor control, or have shaking, also called spasticity, of the arms or legs. Muscle stiffness in the form of stiff legs or clenched fists may also be seen. Cerebral palsy is classified according to the kind of motor function the child may have.
Treatment for cerebral palsy
Baclofen — Baclofen is a muscle relaxant.
Therapeutic electrical stimulation (TES)
Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR)