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Birth Injuries in Newborns

Birth injury is damage that occurs as a result of physical pressure during the birthing process, usually during transit through the birth canal. Many newborns have minor injuries during birth. Infrequently, nerves are damaged or bones are broken. Most injuries resolve without treatment. A difficult delivery, with the risk of injury to the baby, may…

Quick Facts about Cerebral Palsy

What is cerebral palsy (CP)? Cerebrum (cerebral) is a medical word for the large part of the brain that controls muscles. Palsy is a problem moving muscles. CP is a brain condition that affects the muscles. It makes muscles stiff and hard to move. CP is caused by brain damage that occurs before, during, or shortly…

Cerebral Palsy Can Be the Result of Birth Injuries Due to Medical Malpractice

Cerebral Palsy is a very complex condition that can develop before, during, or after birth. It is a brain injury or malformation that affects muscle control, muscle coordination, muscle tone, reflex, posture, and balance. It can also cause learning disabilities or vision, speech, hearing, or language problems. There are different reasons for Cerebral Palsy, but…

What are the causes and risk factors of Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy (CP) is caused by abnormal development of the brain or damage to the developing brain that affects a child’s ability to control his or her muscles. There are several possible causes of the abnormal development or damage. People used to think that CP was mainly caused by lack of oxygen during the birth…

What is Cerebral Palsy and what are the different types?

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. CP is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral means having to do with the brain. Palsy means weakness or problems with using the muscles. CP is caused by abnormal brain development or damage…

How common is it for cerebral palsy to be caused by a birth injury?

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. Signs and symptoms vary among people and over time. Often, symptoms include poor coordination, stiff muscles, weak muscles, and tremors. There may be problems with sensation, vision, hearing, swallowing, and speaking. Cerebral palsy is caused by abnormal development of the…