Cerebral Palsy
What Is Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy (CP) is one of the most common congenital disorders of childhood. About 500,000 children and adults of all ages in the United States have the condition. Cerebral palsy affects muscle control and coordination so that even simple motor tasks such as standing still are difficult. Other vital functions that also involve motor skills and muscles, such as breathing, bladder and bowel control, eating, and learning, can be affected when a child has cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy does not get worse over time.
Causes of Cerebral Palsy
The exact causes of most cases of cerebral palsy are unknown, but many are the result of problems during the mother’s pregnancy in which the baby’s brain is either injured or doesn’t develop normally. This can be due to infections, maternal health problems, or something else that interferes with oxygen reaching the fetal brain. Problems during labor and delivery can cause cerebral palsy in some cases. Brain injury in infancy or early childhood can also lead to cerebral palsy.
Treatment of Cerebral Palsy
Currently, there’s no cure for cerebral palsy, but if your child is diagnosed with it, a variety of resources and therapies can provide help and improve the quality of your child’s life.
- Adaptive Equipment Agashe’s has a great working relationship with a number of certified vendors who are available for proper fitting of orthotics, prosthetics and wheelchairs. From the mildest form of cerebral palsy to the most severe, each patient has unique needs based on their diagnosis. Our Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon is dedicated to understanding these needs and working with patients and their families to provide the most comprehensive orthopaedic care available. Our goal is to improve our patients’ function and quality of life within the community. There are special cerebral palsy clinics, including clinics for spasticity evaluation and treatment. If you or your child needs surgery, Agashe’s has paediatric anesthesiologists, critical care specialists, as well as a full array of consultants.
- Surgical Intervention A number of surgical interventions for children with cerebral palsy were developed and extensively studied at Agashe’s. These treatments are available to treat the issues associated with cerebral palsy, including scoliosis, muscle contractures, joint dislocations, rotational abnormalities, shoe wear issues, and pain.
- Rehabilitation Services Agashe’s offers rehabilitation services for children with cerebral palsy of all ages. Our staff works with patients and families to help each child achieve his or her optimal developmental and functional level.
- Adult CP Clinic The needs of patients with cerebral palsy change with age. Due to the aging process, adults with cerebral palsy may develop problems not encountered during childhood. At the Adult CP Clinic we offer a comprehensive assessment of the Adult CP patient.
Note: All content presented on this website is intended for informational purpose only. The information on this website should not be used as a basis for diagnosis or treatment without an examination by a medical practitioner.
