Mild – Mild Cerebral Palsy means a child can move without assistance; his or her daily activities are not limited. Moderate – Moderate Cerebral Palsy means a child will need braces, medications, and adaptive technology to accomplish daily activities.
Ataxic cerebral palsy is characterized by a lack of coordination and order. It is the rarest type of the condition, appearing in 5% to 10% of all people with cerebral palsy. Symptoms of ataxic cerebral palsy include: Poor coordination.
Can cerebral palsy be cured?
There is no cure for cerebral palsy. However, there are many treatments options that may help improve your childs daily functioning. Selecting care will depend on his or her specific symptoms and needs, and needs may change over time. Early intervention can improve outcomes.
Can you outgrow cerebral palsy?
No, because Cerebral Palsy is a permanent condition with no known cure, a child will not outgrow Cerebral Palsy. This means that no matter what the symptoms are, the underlying cause of the symptoms will never go away.