8,9 b scott marvell cerebral palsy
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Cerebral PalsyScott Marvell
8/9B
Description Cerebral palsy is a movement disorder, muscle
tone or posture caused by an immature, developing brain, it happens before birth.
The cause of Cerebral Palsy
Congenital cerebral palsy results from brain injury during a baby’s development in the womb. Random Mutations Maternal Infections Fetal Stroke Lack of Oxygen Infant Infections Traumatic Head Injury
Diagnosis/ Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy
Muscle tone Stiff muscles and exaggerated reflexesStiff muscles with normal reflexes No muscle coordinationTremors Slow writing Difficulty speaking
Prevention of Cerebral Palsy
Most cases of Cerebral Palsy can’t be prevented, but be healthy when you’re pregnant.Make sure you’re vaccinatedTake care of yourselfSeek early and continuous prenatal carePractice good child safety
Treatment/Cure for Cerebral Palsy
Pediatrician or physiatristPediatric neurologistOrthopedic surgeonPhysical therapistOccupational therapistDevelopmental therapist
Sources
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cerebral-palsy/basics/treatment/con-20030502http://www.webmd.com/brain/understanding-cerebral-palsy-basic-informationhttp://www.medicinenet.com/cerebral_palsy/article.htm