Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common motor disability in childhood, affecting about 2–3 children out of every 1,000 births. It is caused by a sometimes-preventable injury to the developing brain and can affect movement, muscle tone, coordination, speech, and sometimes learning. For decades, treatment for CP has focused on managing symptoms — including physical... Read More

As a parent, you’ll do anything to ensure that your child has the safest, healthiest, and happiest future possible. Parents of children with cerebral palsy know this all too well—from various types of therapy, to medications for pain, seizures, and spasticity, to acupuncture and chiropractic care, these parents are eager to try anything that will... Read More

In a previous blog, we covered what clinical trials are, the 4 FDA-mandated phases of a trial, the benefits and risks of participating, what current clinical trials relate to cerebral palsy and what might be involved in qualifying for one. The next step is learning how to find clinical trials in your area. Read More

As with most medical conditions, cerebral palsy does not have just one treatment. Considered “incurable,” the condition of cerebral palsy results in a lifelong quest for improvements, not cures. Read More