Medical Care Children Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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Treatment. Children and adults with cerebral palsy may require lifelong care with a medical care team. Besides a pediatrician or physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist (physiatrist) and possibly a pediatric neurologist to oversee your child's medical care, the team might include a variety of therapists and mental … See more

Cerebral Palsy - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and …

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Cerebral palsy (CP) refers to a group of neurological disorders that appear in infancy or early childhood and permanently affect body movement and muscle …

Cerebral Palsy | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition that affects movement and muscle tone. The exact cause, in many cases, is unknown, but the disorder occurs when there is abnormal …

What is Cerebral Palsy? | CDC

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. CP is the most common motor disability in childhood. …

11 Things to Know about Cerebral Palsy | CDC

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Providing a Primary Care Medical Home for …

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common motor disorder of childhood, with prevalence estimates ranging from 1.5 to 4 in 1000 live births. This clinical report …

Cerebral Palsy in Children - Nationwide Children's Hospital

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Key points about cerebral palsy in children. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a brain (neurological) disorder that causes problems with normal motor function. It affects body …

Cerebral Palsy Care Plan | Treatment Plan | CerebralPalsy ...

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Call 800-692-4453. Terms and Conditions. I understand and agree to the "Terms & Conditions." *. A plan of care is a road map that will improve a child’s physical, …

What Type of Medical Care Do Children with Cerebral Palsy Need?

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The cost of medical care for a nonambulatory child with cerebral palsy can be up to $43,687 per year, with lifetime costs going upward to $1.2 million. The …

Medical Care Changes as Kids with Cerebral Palsy Grow Up

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Many will need specialized medical care throughout their lives. ... Dr. Alexander has been diagnosing and treating children with cerebral palsy for more than …