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Q: What is the cause of Cerebral Palsy?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}The exact cause of Cerebral Palsy is still unknown. But, one thing that we do know is that out of all the children with cerebral palsy, 90% are born with it and the rest 10% are victims of medical malpractice and birth injuries. At birth, if the brain is compressed for too long and is deprived of oxygen, it can result in cerebral palsy. There are different factors that come into play at different stages: During Pregnancy Biochemical genetic disorders Damaged Placenta interfering with the growth of the fetus Exposure to toxic substances like alcohol and nicotine Infections Malformations of the developing brain Maternal diabetes, high blood pressure, or hyperthyroidism Multiple births Poor nutrition Premature dilation resulting in premature delivery During Labor Abnormal positionings of the baby like a transverse lie or breech Amniotic membrane rupture causing fetal infection Premature delivery During early childhood Asphyxia due to accidents like drowning Brain hemorrhages Infections like meningitis Head injury seizures

Q: Is cerebral palsy a genetic disorder?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}No, cerebral palsy is not a genetic disorder. It is a disorder resulting from a brain injury that a child experiences at birth. And even though we are not sure about its cause, it is definitely not a disease that can be transmitted through DNA. It is like a laceration or a broken bone that cannot be passed along to your children. Contact Rainbow Children’s Hospital for cerebral palsy treatment in Delhi.

Q: Is the life expectancy of a child with cerebral palsy less than a normal person?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}Yes, the life expectancy of children with cerebral palsy is significantly less than that of a normal person. In some cases of severe cerebral palsy, infants can die within a few days. Statistics show that children who can’t sit up without any help before they turn 4 years will never be able to walk and will have a 40% chance of living after 20. Children who can sit up without any help before they turn 2 have a 95% chance of living after 20. Such children can have a normal life with some limitations.

Q: What are the challenges faced by my child with cerebral palsy when they become an adult?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}Even though medical science has advanced a lot, there are still some issues that your child might face. These issues can vary depending on the severity of the condition and how your child is reacting to the treatment. Here are some examples of issues faced by children with cerebral palsy will face when they become an adult: Day-to-day challenges in school and workplace Prone to degenerative arthritis and osteoarthritis Pain in the ankles, knees, hips, and back Premature aging

Q: What are some of the best treatment options for my child with cerebral palsy?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}This wide-spectrum disorder can have different symptoms for different children. While may some experience cognitive disorders along with spastic movements, some others might experience just spastic movements. One child might get complete control over bodily movements with no assistance while others might have none. Depending on their circumstances, one or the combination of the following treatments might be recommended: ? Antispasmodic medication Medicinal-related surgery Occupational therapy Orthopedic surgery Physical therapy Selective dorsal rhizotomy Splints, braces and other equipment for helping the children move

Q: What are the different types of equipment that can help my child with cerebral palsy in moving around and communicating with others?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}Today, we have a whole range of aids and equipment to help people with disabilities. For children with cerebral palsy, some of the following equipment can be recommended: Crutches Electric door openers Environment control systems Grab sticks Hey Guards and head sticks for computers Scooters Specially made bicycles Symbol boards Utensils with large handles Voice synthesizers Walkers Wheelchairs

Q: How are children with cerebral palsy classified?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}The classification of children with cerebral palsy is done on the basis of affected limbs and the type of movement disorder: Diplegia- All four limbs are affected. Legs are more affected than the arms. Hemiplegia - Half of the body is affected. The arm is usually more affected than the leg. Monoplegia - Just one limb is affected. Quadriplegia - All four limbs are affected. Triplegia - 3 limbs are affected, usually a leg and both arms.

Q: What are the common symptoms of cerebral palsy?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}The common symptoms of cerebral palsy in babies are: Breathing issues where they need CPR, oxygen or a tube Feeding issues where the baby needs a feeding tube and has a poor weight gain High-pitched cry after the birth Lack of energy Muscle tightness like rigid legs and balled fists Muscle weakness where they can’t support their neck or head and have a floppy appearance Seizures that can be subtle (staring seizures) or obvious (notable convulsions)The common symptoms of cerebral palsy in children are: Contracted joints in legs, arms or trunk Cross-eye (strabismus) Difficulty in standing, sitting, and walking Floppiness or muscle weakness Inability to speak Paralysis Seizures Spasticity or muscle tightness

Q: My child has cerebral palsy. What should I do?

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, it is a hard time for you. To ease your worry, you need a plan. You can start by making a note of the symptoms and signs. You need to monitor them to see if they are improving, worsening, or not changing. If your child is displaying any symptoms of developmental issues, consult the pediatrician immediately. Call the hospital or center for cerebral palsy immediately if your child has a medical emergency.

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At Rainbow Children’s Hospital, we provide comprehensive medical care for pediatric patients diagnosed with cerebral palsy, recognizing that each child's unique needs demand a multidisciplinary approach. Our team of pediatric specialists, including pediatric neurologists, orthopedists, physiotherapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and developmental sciences experts, collaboratively oversee your child's specialized care.

Our services at Rainbow Children’s Hospital encompass the diagnosis and treatment of cerebral palsy, including:

Computerized Tomography (CT) scans for the identification of abnormalities.
Cranial Ultrasound for initial brain examination.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for the detection of lesions and abnormalities.
Electroencephalogram (EEG) to assess cerebral palsy in children experiencing seizures or epilepsy.
Following a conclusive diagnosis by our medical professionals, Rainbow Children’s Hospital offers a range of treatment modalities, including:
Nerve or muscle injections.
Oral muscle relaxants.
Physical therapy.
Speech and language therapy.
Occupational therapy.

Recreational therapy.
Orthopedic surgery.
Selective dorsal rhizotomy.

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What is the cause of Cerebral Palsy?

The exact cause of Cerebral Palsy is still unknown. But, one thing that we do know is that out of all the children with cerebral palsy, 90% are born with it and the rest 10% are victims of medical malpractice and birth injuries. At birth, if the brain is compressed for too long and is deprived of oxygen, it can result in cerebral palsy.

There are different factors that come into play at different stages:

During Pregnancy
Biochemical genetic disorders
Damaged Placenta interfering with the growth of the fetus
Exposure to toxic substances like alcohol and nicotine
Infections
Malformations of the developing brain
Maternal diabetes, high blood pressure, or hyperthyroidism
Multiple births
Poor nutrition
Premature dilation resulting in premature delivery
During Labor
Abnormal positionings of the baby like a transverse lie or breech
Amniotic membrane rupture causing fetal infection
Premature delivery
During early childhood
Asphyxia due to accidents like drowning
Brain hemorrhages
Infections like meningitis
Head injury
seizures

Is cerebral palsy a genetic disorder?

No, cerebral palsy is not a genetic disorder. It is a disorder resulting from a brain injury that a child experiences at birth. And even though we are not sure about its cause, it is definitely not a disease that can be transmitted through DNA. It is like a laceration or a broken bone that cannot be passed along to your children. Contact Rainbow Children’s Hospital for cerebral palsy treatment in Delhi.

Is the life expectancy of a child with cerebral palsy less than a normal person?

Yes, the life expectancy of children with cerebral palsy is significantly less than that of a normal person. In some cases of severe cerebral palsy, infants can die within a few days. Statistics show that children who can’t sit up without any help before they turn 4 years will never be able to walk and will have a 40% chance of living after 20. Children who can sit up without any help before they turn 2 have a 95% chance of living after 20. Such children can have a normal life with some limitations.

What are the challenges faced by my child with cerebral palsy when they become an adult?

Even though medical science has advanced a lot, there are still some issues that your child might face. These issues can vary depending on the severity of the condition and how your child is reacting to the treatment. Here are some examples of issues faced by children with cerebral palsy will face when they become an adult:

Day-to-day challenges in school and workplace
Prone to degenerative arthritis and osteoarthritis
Pain in the ankles, knees, hips, and back
Premature aging

What are some of the best treatment options for my child with cerebral palsy?

This wide-spectrum disorder can have different symptoms for different children. While may some experience cognitive disorders along with spastic movements, some others might experience just spastic movements. One child might get complete control over bodily movements with no assistance while others might have none. Depending on their circumstances, one or the combination of the following treatments might be recommended: ? Antispasmodic medication

Medicinal-related surgery
Occupational therapy
Orthopedic surgery
Physical therapy
Selective dorsal rhizotomy
Splints, braces and other equipment for helping the children move

What are the different types of equipment that can help my child with cerebral palsy in moving around and communicating with others?

Today, we have a whole range of aids and equipment to help people with disabilities. For children with cerebral palsy, some of the following equipment can be recommended:

Crutches
Electric door openers
Environment control systems
Grab sticks
Hey Guards and head sticks for computers
Scooters
Specially made bicycles
Symbol boards
Utensils with large handles
Voice synthesizers
Walkers
Wheelchairs

How are children with cerebral palsy classified?

The classification of children with cerebral palsy is done on the basis of affected limbs and the type of movement disorder:

Diplegia- All four limbs are affected. Legs are more affected than the arms.
Hemiplegia - Half of the body is affected. The arm is usually more affected than the leg.
Monoplegia - Just one limb is affected.
Quadriplegia - All four limbs are affected.
Triplegia - 3 limbs are affected, usually a leg and both arms.

What are the common symptoms of cerebral palsy?

The common symptoms of cerebral palsy in babies are:

Breathing issues where they need CPR, oxygen or a tube
Feeding issues where the baby needs a feeding tube and has a poor weight gain
High-pitched cry after the birth
Lack of energy
Muscle tightness like rigid legs and balled fists
Muscle weakness where they can’t support their neck or head and have a floppy appearance
Seizures that can be subtle (staring seizures) or obvious (notable convulsions)

The common symptoms of cerebral palsy in children are:

Contracted joints in legs, arms or trunk
Cross-eye (strabismus)
Difficulty in standing, sitting, and walking
Floppiness or muscle weakness
Inability to speak
Paralysis
Seizures
Spasticity or muscle tightness

My child has cerebral palsy. What should I do?

If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, it is a hard time for you. To ease your worry, you need a plan. You can start by making a note of the symptoms and signs. You need to monitor them to see if they are improving, worsening, or not changing. If your child is displaying any symptoms of developmental issues, consult the pediatrician immediately. Call the hospital or center for cerebral palsy immediately if your child has a medical emergency.

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