Cerebral PalsyScott Marvell

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Description Cerebral palsy is a movement disorder, muscle

tone or posture caused by an immature, developing brain, it happens before birth.

The cause of Cerebral Palsy

Congenital cerebral palsy results from brain injury during a baby’s development in the womb. Random Mutations Maternal Infections Fetal Stroke Lack of Oxygen Infant Infections Traumatic Head Injury

Diagnosis/ Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy

Muscle tone Stiff muscles and exaggerated reflexesStiff muscles with normal reflexes No muscle coordinationTremors Slow writing Difficulty speaking

Prevention of Cerebral Palsy

Most cases of Cerebral Palsy can’t be prevented, but be healthy when you’re pregnant.Make sure you’re vaccinatedTake care of yourselfSeek early and continuous prenatal carePractice good child safety

Treatment/Cure for Cerebral Palsy

Pediatrician or physiatristPediatric neurologistOrthopedic surgeonPhysical therapistOccupational therapistDevelopmental therapist

Sources

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cerebral-palsy/basics/treatment/con-20030502http://www.webmd.com/brain/understanding-cerebral-palsy-basic-informationhttp://www.medicinenet.com/cerebral_palsy/article.htm