Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of movement disorders that appear in early childhood. It is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture. Cerebral palsy is characterized by abnormal muscle tone, reflexes, or motor development and coordination.
Signs and symptoms include poor coordination, stiff muscles, weak muscles, and tremors. Often, babies with cerebral palsy do not roll over, sit, crawl or walk as early as other children. Other symptoms may include seizures and problems with thinking or reasoning.
Occupational therapy helps people with cerebral palsy (CP) by improving their ability to perform daily tasks and become more independent.OTs focus on helping individuals develop motor skills needed for things like dressing, feeding, writing, or using tools. They also work on improving posture and balance, often using special equipment or adaptive strategies to support movement. For children, OT often includes play-based activities to build skills in a fun and motivating way.