A Cerebral Palsy Support Group Can Provide Support For Families

 

Details of a cerebral palsy support group in the local community may be available from doctors or nurses at the hospital.  After diagnosis a team of healthcare professionals will usually be involved in the care and treatment of a child with athetoid or spastic CP.  There is no standard treatment as symptoms vary in severity and type.  Physiotherapy can help with movement and balance.  Medication can control muscle spasms and seizures.

 

A cerebral palsy support group can be beneficial for children and adults.  UCP was founded in 1949 when there was a widespread lack of understanding about people with disabilities.  Today this association has a leading role in the advancement of the independence and rights of persons with any type of disability in all areas of society.  Together with its affiliates it provides services nationwide.