Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy refers to a number of neurological conditions that affect muscle control and movement. Children with cerebral palsy have difficulties in controlling their muscle movement as they grow and develop.

Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is a term that encompasses several neurological conditions that affect a child's movement and coordination. It mainly occurs due to damage to the brain that may occur before, during or soon after birth.

Cerebral Palsy Causes

Cerebral Palsy Classification

Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis

Cerebral Palsy In Australia

Cerebral Palsy Presentation: Bones

Cerebral Palsy Prevalence

Cerebral Palsy Prognosis

Cerebral Palsy Symptoms

Cerebral Palsy Treatment

Latest Cerebral Palsy News and Research

Environmental stressors linked to fetal brain development challenges

Review article in the journal Antioxidants explores the impact of environmental factors on fetal and neonatal brain development, emphasizing the role of inflammation and oxidative stress from maternal stressors.

15 Apr 2024

New technology can automatically identify infants at risk of developing neuromotor diseases

A team of researchers led by Huanyu "Larry" Cheng, the James L. Henderson, Jr. Memorial Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) at Penn State, tested the use of wearable sensors paired with a "tiny" machine learning algorithm to automatically monitor and evaluate general movements in infants.

13 Apr 2024

End of internet subsidies for low-income households threatens telehealth access

For Cindy Westman, $30 buys a week's worth of gas to drive to medical appointments and run errands.

4 Apr 2024

Research reveals genetic factors in cerebral palsy development

A Canadian-led study has identified genes which may be partially responsible for the development of cerebral palsy.

29 Mar 2024

New smartphone-based method for high-quality gait analysis

Researchers at Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins Medicine have developed a new, accessible approach to analyze a patient's walking ability and stances more effectively.

28 Mar 2024

Speech Accessibility Project starts recruitment of U.S. and Puerto Rican stroke survivors

The Speech Accessibility Project has begun recruiting U.S. and Puerto Rican adults who have had a stroke.

2 Feb 2024

Pregnant women exposed to common flame retardants may face preterm birth risk

In the largest study of its kind, researchers at UC Davis Health found that exposure to organophosphate ester flame retardants during pregnancy was associated with preterm birth, especially among females.

24 Jan 2024

Study identifies genetic variants that influence response to preterm birth treatment

A UC San Francisco-led study has for the first time identified genetic variants that predict whether patients will respond to treatment for preterm birth, a condition that affects one in 10 infants born in the United States.

22 Jan 2024

Speech Accessibility Project expands to include ALS patients in U.S. and Puerto Rico

The Speech Accessibility Project has expanded its recruitment and is inviting U.S. and Puerto Rican adults living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis to participate.

5 Jan 2024

Novel exercise approach offers significant benefits for children with cerebral palsy

Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have reported significant gains in cardiovascular fitness and mobility after taking part in a landmark research project led by The University of Queensland.

3 Jan 2024

UNF professor patents revolutionary ride-on mobility device for kids with disabilities

Dr. Juan Aceros, University of North Florida engineering associate professor, has been granted two new U.S. patents that have the potential to help thousands of children with disabilities attain a higher degree of freedom and comfort over traditional mobility devices, such as wheelchairs.

21 Dec 2023

Can ketogenic diet offer an effective alternative to antiseizure medication in infants with drug-resistant epilepsy?

The effectiveness of ketogenic diets in lowering seizure frequency among newborns.

5 Dec 2023

Study provides insights into long-term consequences of neonatal listeriosis

Maternal-fetal listeriosis is a severe disease that can lead to miscarriage, premature birth or serious neonatal infection.

1 Dec 2023

The effects of vitamin K on bone health

Existing scientific data on the effects of vitamin K (VK) on bone health and elucidated the underlying mechanisms.

30 Nov 2023

Exploring the life expectancy of autistic individuals in the U.K.

Researchers estimate the life expectancy of autistic people living in the United Kingdom.

29 Nov 2023

University of Melbourne students develop customized video game controller for kid with cerebral palsy

Jerome, a seven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy (CP), has been able to play a video game for the first time, with the help of a team of University of Melbourne Biomedical Engineering Masters students, who have co-designed a customised video game controller with him.

31 Oct 2023

Cerebral Palsy

Overview

Cerebral Palsy Causes

Cerebral Palsy Classification

Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis

Feature Articles

Cerebral Palsy In Australia

Cerebral Palsy Presentation: Bones

Cerebral Palsy Prevalence

Cerebral Palsy Prognosis

Cerebral Palsy Symptoms

Cerebral Palsy Treatment

Latest Cerebral Palsy News and Research

Environmental stressors linked to fetal brain development challenges

New technology can automatically identify infants at risk of developing neuromotor diseases

End of internet subsidies for low-income households threatens telehealth access

Research reveals genetic factors in cerebral palsy development

New smartphone-based method for high-quality gait analysis

Speech Accessibility Project starts recruitment of U.S. and Puerto Rican stroke survivors

Pregnant women exposed to common flame retardants may face preterm birth risk

Study identifies genetic variants that influence response to preterm birth treatment

Speech Accessibility Project expands to include ALS patients in U.S. and Puerto Rico

Novel exercise approach offers significant benefits for children with cerebral palsy

UNF professor patents revolutionary ride-on mobility device for kids with disabilities

Can ketogenic diet offer an effective alternative to antiseizure medication in infants with drug-resistant epilepsy?

Study provides insights into long-term consequences of neonatal listeriosis

The effects of vitamin K on bone health

Exploring the life expectancy of autistic individuals in the U.K.

University of Melbourne students develop customized video game controller for kid with cerebral palsy

Covid relief payments triggered feds to demand money back from Social Security recipients

Pre-existing CMV immunity protects mothers and babies from transmission and birth defects

Lurie Children's neurosurgeon performs computer-guided radiofrequency ablation to decrease hypertonia in cerebral palsy

Social Security overpays billions to people, many on disability. Then it asks for the money back.

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

Cerebral Palsy

Overview

Feature Articles

Cerebral Palsy In Australia

Cerebral Palsy Presentation: Bones

Cerebral Palsy Prevalence

Cerebral Palsy Prognosis

Cerebral Palsy Symptoms

Cerebral Palsy Treatment

Latest Cerebral Palsy News and Research

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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