Some say forget weaknesses, focus on your strengths. But there are those who turn weakness into inspirational power. If you’re young and have cerebral palsy, chances are you’ve heard of Katy Fetters.
PASUQUIN, Ilocos Norte—A woman born with cerebral palsy became her family's main inspiration, motivating her siblings to become medical professionals, and prompting their mother to embark on a ...
If you’re a long-time reader, you may recall a young woman from seven years ago with cerebral palsy who dragged her foot yet managed to run like the wind when it came to helping others. Well, look out ...
Neurogenic bladder is when you have urinary problems related to issues with your brain, spinal cord, or other nerves. It’s a common problem among people with cerebral palsy. Share on Pinterest FG ...
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When many people think of cerebral palsy, they think of a childhood disorder. But most children with cerebral palsy will live well into adulthood and will desire to live full lives in their families, ...
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a problem that affects muscle tone, movement, and coordination. It happens when the brain can’t properly send messages to muscles about how to move in smooth or well-coordinated ...
Doctors use a few different scales when looking at how cerebral palsy affects your body and life. It’s important to note that these scales aren’t progressive. Cerebral palsy is a motor condition that ...
Cerebral palsy is a term used to describe a set of neurological conditions that affect movement. It is the most common form of childhood disability. It affects around 764,000 individuals in the United ...
Defining cerebral palsy only as a childhood condition fails to acknowledge the many adults living with the disease. In the United States, there are currently more adults living with cerebral palsy ...
Cerebral palsy can affect any of a person’s motor skills — skills related to movement — including fine, gross, and oral motor skills. Fine motor skills refer to tasks that use small muscles from one ...