A condition caused by damage to the brain that results in problems with movement and posture. This damage usually occurs during the time the brain is developing before, during or soon after birth. The term cerebral involves the brain and palsy refers to a problem with muscle control, movement or posture.

A general term for nonprogressive disorders of movement and posture resulting from damage to the brain in the later months of gestation , during birth, in the newborn period, or in early childhood. The degree of disability is highly variable, ranging from slight numbness of hand movement and gait to complete immobility.

A term used to describe a group of chronic conditions affecting body movements and muscle coordination. It is caused by damage to one or more specific areas of the brain, usually occurring during fetal development, or during infancy. It can also occur before, during, or shortly following birth.

A general term sometimes applied to motor abnormalities that have their onset early in life. It is a catch-all phrase, and encompasses a variety of diseases that occur before, at, or in the first months after birth.

Nonprogressive paralysis resulting from a defect or trauma at the time of birth.

A neurological disorder occurring before, during or right after birth resulting in difficulties of coordination, movement and/or speech.

Cerebral Palsy (CP): "A central nervous system disorder affecting motor control occurring at or about the time of birth, prior to the achievement of muscular coordination." (p. 526, Lloyd, Fuller & Arvidson, 1998) Click "BACK" on your browser to return to the previous page. Learn more at http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/cerebral_palsy.htm

Cerebral palsy (CP) is the term used to describe a physical impairment that affects movement. It is usually caused by brain damage in the developing fetus, during birth, or from illness just after birth. No two cases of CP are the same, and the term is used to describe a variety of conditions depending on which part of the brain was damaged. For example, some people with CP may have learning disabilities, speech problems, hearing impairment or epilepsy. For more information, visit the SCOPE website, www.scope.org.uk.

a developmental disability resulting from brain damage before, during or soon after birth; characterized by weakness or paralysis of the extremities, poor coordination and other motor problems

Neuromuscular disability resulting from brain damage

Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders caused by brain damage occurring at or before birth. The disorders are caused by faulty development of, or damage to, motor areas in the brain that disrupts the brain's ability to control movement and posture. Symptoms of cerebral palsy include difficulty with fine motor tasks (such as writing or using scissors), difficulty with walking or maintaining balance, involuntary movements or speech disturbances.

A syndrome of weakness, spasticity, poor coordination of the limbs and other muscles, impaired sensory perception, and sometimes impaired intelligence. The cause of cerebral palsy is not always known, although many cases are linked with lack of oxygen during birth.

a group of motor disorders resulting in muscular uncoordination and loss of muscle control caused by damage to motor areas of the brain (cerebral cortex, basal ganglia, cerebellum) during fetal life, birth, or infancy

The Alfred I. Dupont Institute defines “cerebral palsy” as a disorder that affects motor skills (the ability to move in a coordinated and purposeful way), muscle tone, and muscle movement. Under usual circumstances, people learn to move their muscles in a coordinated and smooth way, although simple motions, even standing still, require a complicated interaction of muscles and nerves. Because a child who has cerebral palsy has difficulty controlling or coordinating his muscles, even these simple movements are difficult. Other problems children with cerebral palsy may develop include eating difficulties, bladder and bowel control problems, breathing problems, and learning disabilities.

non-progressive insult to the CNS that occurs at birth, usually as a result of birth hypoxia or intrauterine infection

a group of health-related syndromes that affect the motor control centres of the brain and are characterized by a form of paralysis manifested by spastic movements

a developmental abnormality of the brain resulting in weakness and incoodination of the limbs.

(cer·e·bral pal·sy) NOUN: According to United Cerebral Palsy, cerebral palsy is a term used to describe a group of chronic conditions affecting body movement and muscle coordination. It is caused by damage to one or more specific areas of the brain, usually occurring during fetal development; before, during, or shortly after birth; or during infancy. Thus, these disorders are not caused by problems in the muscles or nerves. Instead, faulty development or damage to motor areas in the brain disrupt the brain's ability to adequately control movement and posture. "Cerebral" refers to the brain and "palsy" to muscle weakness/poor control. Cerebral palsy itself is not progressive (i.e. brain damage does not get worse); however, secondary conditions, such as muscle spasticity, can develop which may get better over time, get worse, or remain the same. Cerebral palsy is not communicable. It is not a disease and should not be referred to as such.

a movement disorder caused by brain damage and that is sometimes accompanied by mental retardation. 354

is a term used to describe a large group of chronic disorders that limit a baby's motor control. The term cerebral refers to the brain's two halves and palsy is a term that describes any disorder that affects motor control. Thus the damage affects brain's ability to adequately control movement and posture. Generally, cerebral palsy does not worsen over time.

A disorder caused by a brain injury that occurred before or during birth or in the first few months after birth. Damage may cause paralysis (palsy) in one or more parts of the body.

Any neuromuscular disability caused by lesions in the brain occurring before birth, at birth, or during infancy.

A group of motor disorders caused by brain injury or abnormal brain development in utero, at birth, or within the first 2-3 years of life. There are three major types of cerebral palsy: spastic (tightening of affected muscles without the ability to relax them), athetoid (purposeless, uncontrollable movements and muscle tension) and atactic (abnormal body movements affecting the trunk, hands, arms and legs). Although cerebral palsy is not correctable, it can be treated with physical therapy, medication, and/or surgery.

Motor impairment caused by brain damage, which is usually inflicted during the prenatal period or during the birth process. Can involve a wide variety of symptoms and range from mild to severe. Neither curable nor progressive.

A chronic condition resulting from damage to motor areas of the brain during development or at delivery.

Caused by permanent brain injury - a baby’s muscles don’t move in a normal or coordinated way.

In cerebral palsy, faulty development or damage to motor areas in the brain impair the body's ability to control movement and posture. This results in a number of chronic neurological disorders. Cerebral palsy is usually associated with events that occur before or during birth, but may be acquired during the first few months or years of life as the result of head trauma or infection.

a motor nerve disorder caused by injury to the central nervous system; symptoms depend on the area of the brain involved and the severity of the damage.

A condition characterized by paralysis, weakness, poor coordination, and/or other motor dysfunction because of damage to the brain before it has matured.

a loss or deficiency of motor control with involuntary spasms caused by permanent brain damage present at birth

a medical condition caused brain damage before or at birth. People with cerebral palsy have trouble with muscle coordination and tend to make involuntary jerky movements.

condition where the brain does not properly control muscles and movement. Some people with cerebral palsy have additional disabilities, such as mental retardation or seizures. Although not a structural birth defect, cerebral palsy may have its origins in prenatal development and is sometimes accompanied by structural birth defects.

A condition that a child is usually born with, that is associated with brain damage, particularly with loss of oxygen to the brain. The child does not have typical muscle tone, many have difficulty with moving around and use a wheelchair or other aid. Usually speech is affected due to the changes in tone.

Bilateral, symmetrical, nonprogressive paralysis resulting from developmental defects in brain or trauma at birth. (Source: Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary)

(CP): A persisting motor disorder appearing before the age of three years due to a nonprogressive damage to the brain.

a group of disorders that limit muscle function and coordination. Cerebral palsy is typically caused by birth injuries – often from lack of oxygen to the infant.

A serious and permanent birth injury, which may cause limited motion, involuntary movements of limbs, poor coordination and head control, slow development, and other serious medical and physical problems.

Fixed or non-progressive motor disorder of the immature brain that may vary in its expression as the child matures and grows.

A developmental neuromotor disorder that is the result of a non progressive abnormality of the developing brain. Motor problems are usually present. Types of cerebral palsy include: spastic, athetosis, rigidity, ataxia, tremor, and atonia.

A disorder caused by damage to the central nervous system before, during, or within two years of birth. The disorder is nonprogressive and results in various types an degrees of muscle weakness, muscle tone imbalance, and incoordination.

A general term for a group of permanent brain injuries that affect an infant in the womb, during birth, or in the months following birth. Cerebral palsy patients may have limited motor skills, speech difficulties, learning disabilities, or other problems.

A neurological injury that occurs prior to, during, or shortly after birth.

congenital condition of muscular weakness and difficulty in coordinating voluntary movement owing to developmental or congenital damage to the brain.

Disability resulting from damage to the brain before or during birth and outwardly manifested by muscular incoordination and speech disturbances.

A condition with various combinations of impaired muscle tone and strength, coordination, and intelligence.

Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects muscle control.

Brain damage caused at birth or shortly thereafter. Affects the motor areas of the brain.

A broad term that describes a group of neurological (brain) disorders. It affects the communication between the brain and the muscles, causing a permanent state of uncoordinated movement and posturing.

A disability resulting from damage to the brain before, during or shortly after birth and outwardly manifested by muscular in coordination and speech disturbances.

A condition caused by damage to the brain, usually occurring before, during, or shortly after birth, and characterized by an inability to fully control motor function.

Impaired muscular power and coordination as a result of brain damage, usually occurring at, before, or shortly after birth.

A phrase to describe a physical disability caused by problems at birth or when somebody is a baby. It can make it hard for people with the condition to control their speech or their movement.

When injuries to the brain cause damage to the nerves and loss of movement. The injuries happen while a baby is growing in the womb or near the time the baby is born.

A variety of conditions resulting from damage to the brain before or during birth or in the first few years of life. Extent of motor involvement varies greatly, from a sight limp or as profound as paralysis, spasticity, or speech problems.

A condition that results from early, non-progressive damage to the brain, often impacting hand use, mobility, and/or speech.

a non-hereditary condition that results from brain damage before, during, or after birth. Children with cerebral palsy lack muscle control in one or more parts of their bodies, but can posses very normal mental functions.

Cerebral palsy is caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain before, during or after birth. People with cerebral palsy have a combination of spasticity, uncoordinated movements, and difficulty with balance.

A disorder caused by a prenatal brain defect or brain injury duringbirth. Characterized by difficulty controlling voluntary muscles, and in some cases mental retardation, learning disabilities, and seizures.

CP is a congenital disorder affecting parts of the brain. It is not progressive and can affect mobility, vision, speech, hearing, and hand and finger coordination. Students with CP also experience spasms. This can cause great variability in what students can do at different times.

A disorder caused by a prenatal brain defect or brain injury during birth. It affects a child's ability to move, can result in seizures, and in some cases can lead to mental retardation or learning disabilities.

A group of permanent conditions that can cause coordination problems, paralysis, seizures, and spasticity.

Disorder of posture, muscle tone and movement resulting from brain damage.

A group of neurological disorders with etiology in the central nervous system, particularly at motor control centers, that may occur prenatally, perinatally or postnatally, before basic muscular system coordination is achieved.

Weakness due to brain injury around the time of birth. More common in premature infants.

This can occur from brain damage and results in difficulties in coordinating body movements.

Cerebral palsy is a functional disorder caused by damage to the brain during pregnancy, delivery, or shortly after birth. It is characterized by movement disorders, such as: spasticity (tight limb muscles), purposeless movements, rigidity (severe form of spacticity), a lack of balance, or a combination of these disorders. Individuals with cerebral palsy may also experience seizures, abnormal speech, hearing and visual impairments, and mental retardation.

Disorder of movement and posture due to a nonprogressive defect of the immature brain.

A term used to describe a chronic condition affecting body and/or limb movement and the control of muscle tone and coordination. It is caused by damage to one or more specific areas of the brain during periods of brain development; there is usually no damage to the sensory or motor nerves controlling the muscles. The brain damage is not progressive; however, the characteristics of disabilities resulting from brain damage often change over time. Cerebrospinal fluid: A clear liquid that constantly bathes the spinal cord and flows through the ventricles of the brain, nourishing and protecting the central nervous system.

A medical condition caused by a permanent brain injury that occurs before, during, or shortly after birth. The effect of cerebral palsy is characterized by lack of muscle control and body movement. The cerebral palsy diagnosis is usually made shortly after birth, but may show up later in childhood.

Group of conditions caused by brain damage usually occurring before or during birth or during the developmental years.  Marked especially by impaired muscle control, language, speech, psychological, or learning problems.  There are many types of cerebral palsy, and it expresses itself differently in each person.

Spastic paralysis caused by a wide variety of damage to the baby's brain, either before or during birth.

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A general term for a group of permanently disabling symptoms caused by damage to the developing brain before, during or after birth. People with cerebral palsy may have poor balance, difficulty in walking, movement and speech impairment.

a group of disorders of movement and posture resulting from damage to the brain early in a child's development; causes muscle weakness, difficulty coordinating voluntary movements, and sometimes complete loss of motion.

Cerebral palsy (CP) is an umbrella term encompassing a group of non-progressive, non-contagious neurological disorders that cause physical disability in human development, specifically the human movement and posture.

Cerebral Palsy, also known as Little's disease or static encephalopathy, is really a group of chronic disorders impairing control of movement that appear in the first few years of life. It is a condition that affects the nerves that regulate and control the body's muscles. Source: http://www.cerebral-palsy-birth-injury.com/