Types Of Cerebral Palsy Correspond To Different Parts Of The Brain

 

Of the types of cerebral palsy spastic is the most common form.  This type affects 70 – 80% of children and adults with CP.  Muscles are very stiff and weak affecting control of movement.  Athetoid is another group that involves unwanted movements and problems with posture.  Ataxic is rare, found in only about 5 – 10% of cases and is characterized by poor coordination and short jerky actions.

 

Other types of cerebral palsy can be classified as mixed, where there are signs of more than one type of CP.  Information can be found in a variety of places.  UCP is a large American charity that is a major advocate for the rights of people with all kinds of disabilities.  The United Cerebral Palsy association can provide detailed info about this disorder and offers services to adults and children nationwide.