History
Who was the First person to study Cerebral Palsy
Dr. John Little
What are the two causes for CP?
Abnormal Brain Development or damage to the developing brain
Can Cerebral Palsy be prevented?
No
What symptoms are related to movement?
Muscle Stiffness and muscle spasms
Can CP be treated?
No
When did Dr. John define CP?
1853
What is a big cause for CP?
Lack of Oxygen
Can parents do things to reduce the risk of CP?
Yes
What symptoms are related to coordination?
lack of balance, difficulty walking
What 3 types of improvements to life are there?
Therapy, Medication, and Surgery
Who was the first to state that CP may be caused by abnormal development before Birth?
Dr. Sigmund Freud
What is the term for brain damage before or during birth?
Congenital CP
What can a mother do before pregnancy to reduce the risk?
If Mother has infections, treat them. Health conditions are under control before pregnancy
Get vaccinated for diseases
Reduce multiple pregnancies if infertility treatments are done
What symptom is related to speech
delays in speech development
Name a type of theraphy?
Physical, Occupational, and Speech
What did Dr. Sigmund base his cause for CP on?
Oxygen loss
What are two risk Factors?
Low Birthweight
Premature Birth
What can a mother do during prenancy do reduce the risk?
Get early and regular prenatal cure
Wash hands to reduce infections
Contact health care provider if you get sick, have fever, or signs of infection
Get a Flu shot
What are symptoms related to eating?
sucking, chewing, or eating
Name two things medication can help with?
Improve range of motion, muscle stiffness and muscle spasms
When was the United Cerebral Palsy Association founded?
1950
What are two other Risk Factors?
Multiple Births
Infections during Pregnancy
Infertility Treatments
Jaundice and kernicterus
Mother’s Medical Conditions
Birth Complications
What can a mother do after pregnancy do reduce the risk?
Get the baby checked for Jaundice and Kernicterus multiple times over the first 48 hours after birth
Protect the child by baby proofing, wear helmet, and car seats
Alongside vison problems, what other symptom is related to the eyes?
Abnormal eye movement
What types of surgery are done?
Muscle, tendon, and spine