Cerebral Palsy isability and chronic illness often result in substantial reductions in quality of life, financial and social burdens, and dependence on health care and social services. Awareness of the causes of disabilities and effective prevention and intervention strategies can be helpful to families, service providers, and policymakers in obtaining and providing early and comprehensive care that will help children achieve optimal development.
Cerebral palsy is a chronic disorder that impairs control of movements.
No single cause of cerebral palsy can be identified. Early signs of cerebral palsy usually appear before the age of 3 years. Infants with cerebral palsy often are delayed in reaching developmental milestones. A child with cerebral palsy will not outgrow it. Frequently, seizures or mental impairment also occur.