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Cerebral palsy is a broadly defined condition, which may consist of a variety of symptoms in varying degrees.
There are two major types of cerebral palsy—spastic and athetoid—both of which cause difficulty with movement and with small motor skills. Both types are caused by poor development or damage to areas of the brain that control the movement of the body.
Spastic cerebral palsy is a type of disorder in which the muscles are unnaturally tight, causing stiff, awkward movements, including difficulty walking.
Athetoid cerebral palsy—also referred to as dyskinetic—is a condition in which the muscles are unnaturally loose and difficult to control, which also leads to trouble with movement and posture.
Many cerebral palsy patients suffer from mixed cerebral palsy-meaning that they have symptoms of both spastic and athetoid cerebral palsy.
Each patient is unique, and may display symptoms of one or both types of cerebral palsy in varying degrees. Many people with cerebral palsy are not seriously debilitated by the condition, and in general, the condition does not progress over time. However, in most cases, even mild cases of cerebral palsy might require specialized training and other therapy to overcome their limitations.
One of the most common causes of cerebral palsy is doctor error during delivery or neonatal care, including head injuries incurred during delivery, as well as diseases such as jaundice and rubella, or Rh incompatibility.
Signs of cerebral palsy usually begin to show up in the first three years of a child's life, and may include symptoms such as:
- Poor motor skills
- Delays in reaching developmental milestones, such as sitting, crawling, and walking
- Slow reflexes
If you suspect your child may have cerebral palsy, describe the symptoms to your pediatrician and ask him or her to conduct specialized tests to determine whether your child has cerebral palsy or some other condition.
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If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and you believe the condition was caused by medical or obstetrical negligence, please call or email our birth injury lawyers today. Our skilled legal and medical malpractice team will review your cerebral palsy claim with you and help you determine how best to go forward to secure your child's and your family's future. We represent victims of cerebral palsy in Colorado, Wyoming and the Rocky Mountain region.
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