Cerebral Palsy Information

Few conditions are disheartening and tragic as Cerebral Palsy - and few sights more heartbreaking than a child struggling with the dreadful disease.

Cerebral Palsy is a group of diverse conditions that cause varying levels of motor and sometimes mental dysfunction. Most children who suffer from Cerebral Palsy experience difficulty performing simple functions such as moving, speaking, and eating due to damage to nerves, tendons, muscles, and bones. There is also an increased chance of mental retardation in children who have Cerebral Palsy.

Unfortunately, there is no way to project whether or not a child will suffer from cerebral palsy. Even though there are certain controllable variables during early stages of pregnancy that can predict a possibility of cerebral palsy, most of the situations that may cause a child to develop this devastating and life-changing condition occur just before or during childbirth. An experienced and vigilant obstetrician can address a large number of these problems, but a moment's distraction, clumsiness, or hesitation can inflict a lifetime of misery on a child and their parents.

An experienced and vigilant obstetrician can address a large number of these conditions, but a moment's distraction or hesitation can inflict a lifetime of misery on a child and their parents. It is critical that you act quickly if believe your child suffers from cerebral palsy.

Within this site you'll find information on the following topics on cerebral palsy :
Ataxic cerebral palsy, Athetoid cerebral palsy , Spastic cerebral palsy ,Birth injury, Birth delivery errors, Childbirth injury Shoulder dystocia , Erbs palsy, Birth asphyxia, Vacuum delivery errors, Forceps delivery errors ,Birth complications, Cerebral palsy symptoms, Cerebral palsy treatment , Child brain damage, OBGYN negligence and Brachial plexus palsy.

How Common is Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral Palsy occurs between one and four children for every 1000 live births in the United States. In other words, 5,000 to 10,000 babies every year are stricken with this live-changing and debilitating condition. With a bittersweet debt due to medical advances, as of 2005 the number of cases of Cerebral Palsy have steadily risen in both quantity and severity of the condition - primarily due to the fact that many premature babies who would have died are now saved through advanced medical technology. Learn more about Cerebral Palsy or begin your free case review...

Causes of Cerebral Palsy

Many types of birth injuries can result in Cerebral Palsy. Forceps, vacuum delivery, asphyxiation, and shoulder dystocia can all result in the damage can cause Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is not a genetic disorder nor is it a disease, so doctors cannot easily predict or prevent the condition. The great tragedy of Cerebral Palsy is that many of the factors that cause it are usually preventable through proper prenatal and obstetric care. Unfortunately careless or untrained medical professionals often make errors in judgment that can adversely affect a family for a lifetime. Learn more about the causes of Cerebral Palsy or begin your Cerebral Palsy case evaluation...

Caring for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Birth Injuries

Diagnosing Cerebral Palsy may often take several years until the child is developed enough to manifest symptoms. At this point, therapy for speech, learning, hearing, movement, and social and emotion development is critical to provide a solid base to build a healthy child. In order to prepare a child with Cerebral Palsy for adulthood, parents must work with educators, doctors, and social workers to minimize complications. Learn more about Caring for Children with Cerebral Palsy or begin your Cerebral Palsy case review.

The Challenges of Living with Cerebral Palsy

Children born with Cerebral Palsy face many challenges throughout their lifetime, as they will often have to rely on the help of others to live a full and productive life. Depending on the nature and extent of the condition, children with Cerebral Palsy have anywhere between 90 and 70 percent chance of surviving past their 20 th birthday.

Even though there is no cure for Cerebral Palsy, children afflicted with this terrible condition can lead productive lives and grow into mature, healthy adults. The reality is that these children have special needs, and depending on the level of their disability may or may not need constant supervision and assistance.

If your child suffers from Cerebral Palsy that was caused by the carelessness or irresponsibility of your doctor, you need to consult an attorney immediately. You may be entitled to compensation for the care, therapy, and heartbreak you have endured due to your child's permanent disability. If you don't do it for yourself, do it for your child. You both deserve it. Learn more about your legal rights or contact an experienced Cerebral Palsy attorney.

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Updated 5/1/2007