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August 04,2010

Signs to Look for Cerebral Palsy in a Child 6-12 Months Old

Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition resulting in abnormal movement or a lack of muscle control. Initial symptoms of this condition may be subtle, especially in the first six months of age. Cerebral Palsy symptoms to look for at six months of age include babies who do not seem to move one si

August 04,2010

Clinical Signs & Evidence Behind the Cause of Cerebral Palsy

There are several issues in determining the causes of cerebral palsy. According to a book written by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (in conjunction with the American Academy of Pediatrics), combining clinical signs with investigation, hypoxia during labor may be more reliabl

August 04,2010

Can Cerebral Palsy Be Caused by Maternal Infection?

Children affected with the chronic condition known as cerebral palsy are often thought to have sustained a brain injury during labor or delivery due to lack of oxygen or another complication. Studies have shown that maternal infections during pregnancy can also cause brain damage to the child, which

August 04,2010

Who’s Responsible for a Brachial Plexus Birth Injury?

A birth injury is one of those incidents that is awful for everyone involved. To see a small child suffering is something that touches everyone, not just immediate family members. When it comes to birth injuries, the effects often vary. Some infants are able to recover completely on their own. Other

August 04,2010

Brachial Plexus Palsy Injuries Often Caused by Medical Malpractice

Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries & Medical Malpractice A brachial plexus injury is a birth injury affecting the brachial plexus nerves (complex nerves that control the muscles of the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders). Brachial plexus palsy is a name used to describe this type of birth injury

August 04,2010

Can Cerebral Palsy Be Prevented During Pregnancy?

There are so many issues that can arise during pregnancy, some more concerning than others. It is the responsibility of the pregnant woman’s doctor to monitor the health of the mother and developing baby and take care of medical issues if they arise. If the mother’s health is not properl

August 04,2010

Forceps Deliveries and the Risk of Developing Cerebral Palsy

Forceps are an alternative to vacuum-assisted delivery for removing the baby from the birth canal when complications such as size or positioning become an issue. Forceps are a type of large tweezer with spoon-like ends that fit around the baby’s head. Unfortunately, forceps have also been kn

August 03,2010

New “Brainfingers” Technology for Kids with Cerebral Palsy

We try to monitor the news wires and keep up to date on what is going on in the cerebral palsy community. Today, I came across a story that was really touching and interesting. It’s a story about two grandparents who have taken care of their son, Malachi, for 22 years. Cerebral palsy took Mal

August 03,2010

Magnesium Sulfate Protects Preterm Babies Against Cerebral Palsy

Treating women who are at risk of delivering prematurely with magnesium sulfate reduces the risk of cerebral palsy, according to a study performed by Dr. Caroline Crowther. “The new Cochrane review shows there is now evidence to support giving magnesium sulfate therapy to women at risk of very

August 03,2010

What Should I Know About Cerebral Palsy Gait?

Cerebral palsy gait problems are typically the result of neurological damages to the brain that control the muscles and other parts of the body related to movement. The ability to move is a very complex process that involves the cooperation of sensory, motor and central nervous systems. There are