May 26, 2025 · The stiffness, rigidity, and spasms that many people with cerebral palsy experience are disruptive, uncomfortable, and even painful, and interfere with swallowing and breathing. Muscle …

Spasticity is a major challenge for rehabilitation of children with cerebral palsy. Spasticity can prevent or hamper function, cause pain, disturb sleep, cause unnecessary complications and present major …

Jan 31, 2025 · Spastic Cerebral Palsy Spastic cerebral palsy is the most common type of cerebral palsy. This movement condition causes stiff muscles and involuntary muscle movements. It can affect the …

Aug 24, 2025 · Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological conditions that cause difficulty with movement and coordination. It is caused by brain damage or development disruptions, and it affects around …

What causes spasticity in children with CP? Spasticity in children with CP is mainly caused by damage to the motor cortex or the pathways that control muscle activity. This damage often occurs before …

Spasticity, the most common form of Cerebral Palsy, causes pain because it causes functional problems that can lead to contractures and cartilage degeneration. Also, spasticity is linked to a chronic …

As children grow and muscles become increasingly stiff, spasticity can lead to abnormalities in joints that cause conditions such as hip displacement and scoliosis. Our neuromuscular experts work together …

Cerebral Palsy poses unique challenges for children, with muscle spasms being a common source of pain and discomfort. Understanding the impact of cerebral palsy on muscle tone and coordination is …

Oct 18, 2022 · Spastic cerebral palsy is a common muscle problem with cerebral palsy (CP). Symptoms include muscle stiffness, exaggerated reflexes, and difficulty walking. Spastic cerebral palsy affects …

Laxatives and Stool Softeners Spastic cerebral palsy, the most common type of cerebral palsy, is characterized by muscle spasms and muscle tightness that can cause pain, limb rigidity and …