This study highlights the importance of monitoring and managing chronic conditions in adults with cerebral palsy. It also provides important information that can help healthcare professionals better understand the health needs of this population.
We studied how common pain was thought to be due to muscle spasticity in the legs or arms is in children/adolescents with CP.
The GMFCS can be a helpful tool in clinical and research use and has been shown to be stable and accurate over time. It can also help individuals and families better understand cerebral palsy.
The findings of this article demonstrate the need for improved screening rates in women with CP, and highlight areas for improving their screening experience.