Cerebral Palsy : Symptoms Causes and Treatment

Contents: Preface. 1. Introductory overview of cerebral Palsy. 2. Understanding the central nervous system, gross Motor function classification and spasticity. 3. Focus on various types of cerebral palsy and related disabilities.4. Select organizations working for the cause of cerebral palsy. 5. Rehabilitation and cerebral palsy: role of physiotherapy. 6. Important aspects of cerebral palsy: role of aging. 7. Treatment of cerebral palsy: medical and other interventions/Therapies. 8. Focus on conductive education and select programme among children with cerebral palsy. 9. Concluding overview of care for cerebral palsy effected children. Glossary. Bibliography. Index.

This publication titled “Cerebral Palsy: Symptoms, causes and treatment covers the said subject area in its totality. It highlights both medical and non-medical aspects of the said disability, such as those related to psychology, communication, language, speech and participation. The problem has been discussed at child, adult and geriatric levels with focus on guidance, counseling, therapies and other interventions. (jacket)