Cerebral Palsy Is Not The End If The World

MANILA, Philippines QUESTION: My son was recently diagnosed with cerebral palsy. What are the necessary steps that we as parents should do? Is there a special school or center particularly for children with cerebral palsy patients? Please help. Joy

Now that your son has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP), a journey begins for you, your special child and the entire family. There will be challenges but it can be overcome. Failures, disappointments, successes and victory will come your way.

CP is an injury to the brain that affects the body. Its non-life-threatening and is not going to get worse. While the brain damage that caused CP is not progressive, secondary conditions such as difficulty eating, bladder/bowel problems, seizures, and learning disabilities may develop. These associative conditions can get better, or get worse, over time.

CP is a neurological condition which causes physical impairment involving limitation or loss of function and mobility, difficulty in muscle coordination, muscle control, muscle tone, reflexes, balance or posture. They may have difficulty with fine or gross motor skills. Their facial muscles may be affected.

GOALS FOR THE CHILD

Terri Mauro, (About.com Guide), in her article First Five Things to Do After Your Child Is Diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, advises parents to read, check the internet for resources and join organizations or internet support groups.

The child with CP will require additional assistance, guidance, access to education, special equipment to augment his learning of academic and adaptive skills.

The goal for those with CP is to:

Optimize mobility

Manage primary conditions

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Cerebral Palsy Is Not The End If The World