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October 25, 2023

Should Everyone with CP have Genetic Testing?

In 10% to 15% of cases, there is no clear cause of CP. There is increasing recognition that genetics plays a part, but no standardized approach to genetic testing in patients with CP exists. In this study we asked the question whether both people with and without known risk factors for CP should have genetic testing.

February 28, 2023

Overview of Neurosurgical Interventions for Global Tone Management

Dr. Debbie Song, Gillette Children's, gives an overview of common neurosurgical procedures to address global tone in individuals with cerebral palsy.

An illustration of a head and shoulders from the side view with a small catheter inserted in the top of the head with a line that goes down to a portal at the shoulder

July 1, 2020

Botulinum Toxin Top 10 Questions

A screenshot from the YouTube video, "Top 10 Questions"

July 1, 2020

Teen Years

As we all know, becoming a teenager means significant upheaval, not only physically, but in terms of friendships, in terms of learning, and life outlook. This is also true for adolescents with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities. We know that whilst we may of spent a lot of time focusing on their physical abilities and other difficulties it is not the only part of their life.

Representation of three friends with arms around each others shoulders

July 1, 2020

CP: The Early Years

Around the age of six all children are going off to school. Children move from explorative play, which is fairly informal to a much more formal day. That can be a lengthy day and it's quite structured. There are a lot of challenges faced by children with cerebral palsy throughout the school year.

A screenshot from the YouTube video, "The Early Years"

July 1, 2020

Preparing for Botulinum Toxin Injections

When it comes to preparing your child for Botulinum Toxin injections, the first most important thing to remember is to know your child.

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July 1, 2020

Muscle Tone & Early Development

When treating a child with CP, part of a pediatrician’s job is assessing and treating children with abnormal tone difficulties, as well as other muscular-skeletal problems. From around the age of two years, kids start to develop difficulties with muscle tone that can have an impact on their hip development.

Tylynn one year old, with pink birthday hat on

July 1, 2020

Advocating For Your Child At School

A key phrase that I was taught was being positively persistent.

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July 1, 2020

It's Okay To Make Mistakes

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