Postural control is an essential part of development for children with cerebral palsy. Maintaining equilibrium not only improves orientation and balance when sitting or standing – equilibrium is, in fact, a huge factor in motor function. Yet postural performance is very complex, and the required therapy or control might take several different forms. In the…
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7 Natural Remedies for Reducing Pain Caused by Cerebral Palsy
Living with cerebral palsy can be tough, and this condition doesn’t mean only dealing with certain physical limitations. Many people with cerebral palsy also have to contend with a great deal of pain that can seriously affect their quality of life. On top of that, people with cerebral palsy are also forced to accept that…
Scientists Use Nintendo Wii Games to Treat Cerebral Palsy Patients
Mom and dad always warned us that video games would turn our brains into mush, but for children suffering from cerebral palsy, hope may actually come in the form of a Nintendo product. Researchers from Baskent University in Turkey have shown that the Nintendo Wii gaming system can be used to help improve hand function…
Erb’s Palsy Turns Out to Be No Match for Pro Boxer Joe Hughes
There’s no question about it: Disabilities don’t necessarily have to limit a person’s ability in sports. In fact, there’s an array of adaptive sports opportunities available to men, women, and children with intellectual or physical disabilities. But boxing isn’t usually one of them. Particularly when a serious physical condition limits the use of an entire…
The 10 Best & Worst State Medical Boards: They Have a History of Protecting Bad Doctors
In 2010, Cynthia Mora became pregnant with her third child after moving with her family to Lancaster, California. She found herself in need of a new OB-GYN and began the search process as most of us do — with Google. She landed on Dr. Leonard Kurian, and, after researching Kurian further through online reviews, decided…