Category Archives: Cerebral Palsy

Scientists prevent cerebral palsy-like brain damage in mice

Posted on November 4, 2011 by

By Darlene Oakley HERWriter November 3, 2011 – 12:40pm The term “cerebral palsy” (CP) is a blanket term that refers to any occurrence of loss or impairment of motor function. Cerebral palsy affects muscle tone, movement, fine and gross motor … Continue reading →

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Overcoming the obstacles of cerebral palsy, one syllable at a time

Posted on September 10, 2011 by

By DANIEL J. VANCE,Disabilities Brain damage occurring around the time of birth causes cerebral palsy and affects in varying degrees the brain's ability to control muscle movement. Kevin Farmer has been through a lot. And his mother Paula Hartman has … Continue reading →

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