Study: Non-invasive Brain Stimulation as Therapy for Cerebral Palsy Non-invasive brain stimulation may improve coordination and motor skills of children with cerebral palsy, according to a study at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Researchers examined the impact of low-level electrical currents positioned on the scalp, which target specific areas of the brain. This study […]
Phone App Designed to Screen Newborns for Cerebral Palsy in Trial Phase
Phone App Designed to Screen Newborns for Cerebral Palsy in Trial Phase A new app developed in Australia aims to use body movement to assess babies at risk for cerebral palsy. The app is being tried on 250 premature babies born before 28 weeks or weighing less than 2.2 pounds. Parents can upload a three-minute […]
Man with Cerebral Palsy to Compete in Ironman World Championship alongside his Father
Man with Cerebral Palsy to Compete in Ironman World Championship alongside his Father Father and son athletes Jeff and Johnny Agar have run several races together, but are now training for the biggest race they will likely ever take on as a team. Johnny, who has cerebral palsy, is one of five disabled athletes who won […]
Boy with Cerebral Palsy Meets his Saint
Boy with Cerebral Palsy Meets his Saint Ten-year old Hunter was overcome with emotion when one of his heroes sat next to him at the restaurant where he and his family were dining. New Orleans Saints’ quarterback Drew Brees surprised Hunter, who has cerebral palsy, with an unforgettable visit complete with an autograph and photo opportunity. […]
Big Surprise at School Assembly for Student with Cerebral Palsy
Big Surprise at School Assembly for Student with Cerebral Palsy With Thanksgiving just around the corner, a nine-year old boy with cerebral palsy has experienced the true meaning of the holiday. Travis Holbert navigates the halls of his elementary school in a wheelchair, as his condition inhibits his ability to walk, which makes it difficult for […]
Boy with Cerebral Palsy Dons Stellar Halloween Costume
Boy with Cerebral Palsy Dons Stellar Halloween Costume Five-year old Sebastian received more than just candy this past Halloween when he went out trick-or-treating—his Star Wars-themed costume made headlines, and was likely the envy of several children on his block. Sebastian has cerebral palsy, and requires a walker to move around, which has made it tricky […]
Grocery Shopping Made Easier for Mother of Daughter with Cerebral Palsy
Grocery Shopping Made Easier for Mother of Daughter with Cerebral Palsy For parents of children with special needs, everyday tasks often require an enormous amount of effort. Transportation to therapy sessions, medical care facilities, and running errands may be even more challenging if facilities aren’t accessible. For one mother, however, the task of going to […]
Oklahoma Toddler with Cerebral Palsy Denied Care after Lawsuit Filed
Oklahoma Toddler with Cerebral Palsy Denied Care after Lawsuit Filed An Oklahoma family has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against the OU Physicians group for damages their son Henry allegedly sustained during the labor and delivery process. At one year old, Henry was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The family was shocked to receive a letter from […]
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