Cerebral Palsy

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Cerebral palsy, also known as CP, is quite prevalent in today’s society and continues to be the most common physical disability. It is estimated that about one in every 400 children born in a developed country will have cerebral palsy (Aspinall, 2007). In the United States, it is estimated that nearly 800,000 children and adults could be exhibiting some symptoms of the condition (Aspinall, 2007). Despite medical advances all over the world, newborn children and infants continue to be diagnosed with this condition and there seems to be no decline in numbers over the years (Aspinall, 2007). The exact cause of cerebral palsy remains unknown to this day. However, there are many factors that can cause CP such as meningitis, bleeding into the brain, pressure or blows to the head and lack of oxygen (Aspinall, 2007). These factors can occur either before or after birth of a child. Moreover, the more severe a factor the more severe and unique the condition will be for the individual in question (Colledge, 1999). Difficult deliveries often contribute to the lack of oxygen for a baby (Colledge, 1999). Lack of oxygen causes brain damage and the longer a baby is without it the more extreme the damage can be. Furthermore, there are many other factors during pregnancy that could cause CP. If a woman is expecting twins or triplets there is an increase chance that one child will have CP (Colledge, 1999). Infections, poor nutrition, and exposure to toxic substances such as nicotine and alcohol are other factors that can contribute to CP (Colledge, 1999). Comparatively, factors during labor may contribute to CP as well. When a child is born prematurely the chances of he or she of having CP increases (Colledge, 1999). The baby’s position during birt... ... middle of paper ... ... Cerebral Palsy. Retrieved November 24, 2011, from http://www.cerebralpalsycanada.com/Cerebral_Palsy_Types_and_Treatment.html Colledge, N. (1999). LIVING WITH CP. OFCP Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy. Retrieved November 24, 2011, from http://www.ofcp.ca/guide.php Morris, J. (2007). Best Practices For Wheelchair Safety And Selection. Cerebral Palsy. Retrieved November 24, 2011, from http://www.cerebralpalsycanada.com/People_With_Cerebral_Palsy.html Petry, J. (2007). What Exactly Is Cerebral Palsy?. Cerebal Palsy. Retrieved November 24, 2011, from http://www.cerebralpalsycanada.com/What_Is_Cerebral_Palsy.html Willoughby, W. M. (2010, January 18). Assistive Technology for Victims of Cerebral Palsy. Gershon, Willoughby, Getz & Smith LLC. Retrieved November 24, 2011, from http://www.cerebralpalsylawdoctor.com/assistive-technology-for-victims-of-cerebral-palsy/

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