would hyperbaric treatment help a forty seven year old man who was born with cerebral palsy?

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My good friend has Cerebral Palsy and it causes him to have very poor balance as well as a speech impediment. I have just recently heard of hyperbaric treatment and I wonder if it is too late for him or could he regain balance and better speech control. Anybody with experience in this?
I had HT after a double transplant, because I developed an infection that would not heal, a common occurrance after immunosuppression begins. It required a doctor's order, basically saying that HT was the only thing that would save my ankle. It is incredibly healing, but mine lasted 60 days and some treatments take longer. The chamber was warm and stuffy, a little claustrophobia-inducing, but I was able to watch TV, which helped alot. More and more hospitals and centers have HT, but some people have to travel a distance to obtain treatment. My personal opinion is that if a doctor recommends it, it is worth the time and commitment. I also think he is one very lucky guy to have such a caring friend! Good for you!!  (+ info)

Odds of My Cerebral Palsy friend learning to walk?

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My best friend is 20 yrs old and has mild cerebral palsy with spasms in her arms. She's never had physical therapy, but wants to be able to walk.

She told me that she's read articles and seen videos of other people with CP learning to walk. Will she be able to if she starts to practice, or is it too late?
i have moderate cerebral palsy. I walk with a walker...but i wont be for long. i have been hitting the gym pretty hard for about 4-5 months. not only have i gotten noticeably stronger, i have more abilty with my hands and legs. she can definately do it but, SHE has to do it.... and its not a quick fix. given the symptoms of cp, even after attaining the ability to walk she will have to strech daily... its never too late for anything. good luck. -Austin  (+ info)

Question for any of you with Cerebral Palsy?

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I have left hemiplegia cerebral palsy, very mild. Occasionally though, I have these instances where my whole body will shake for a few seconds and it'll feel as if my brain is being pulled downward. Afterward, I feel just slightly distant and spacey. Is this part of Cerebral Palsy? If so, what is it? I would really like some help on finding out what it is. Thanks in advance!
Could this be a seizure? Here is a bit of info on Cerebral Palsy:

Besides difficulty with movement and posture, cerebral palsy may result in:

■Contractures. This condition occurs when the muscles pull so tightly on the bones that the affected limb curls in. Severe contractures can result in joint deformities or dislocation.
■Malnutrition. Swallowing or feeding problems can make it difficult for someone who has cerebral palsy, particularly an infant, to get enough nutrition.
Some children with cerebral palsy will have multiple handicaps and may require long term care. Some of the associated problems may include:

■Difficulty with vision, hearing and speech
■Dental problems
■Mental retardation
■Seizures
■Abnormal sensation or perception
■Urinary incontinence


Nov. 14, 2008

© 1998-2009 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved.  (+ info)

Where can I get information on Cerebral Palsy in Ireland?

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I've found the Enable Ireland Website and also Scope in the UK. But I was wondering if there are any other information resources in Ireland for Cerebral Palsy?
What do you need that info for? E mail me if you want some info.. Not sure about Ireland, sorry, but in general I can help.  (+ info)

A question for people with mild cerebral palsy?

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I have very mild CP. Does anyone know if it effects the muscles inside the bladder? Such as, say I need to go to the bathroom, but I can't go for the first few minutes of trying even if I REALLY have to go. Other people can just hit the toilet and go the second they need to. So is it possible that it is the Cerebral Palsy effecting the muscles in my bladder?
Not that I'm aware, I have CP too, and it doesn't effect my bladder, go to a doctor ASAP it sounds serious.  (+ info)

My daughter is 22 months old and is extremely clumsy could it be mild cerebral palsy?

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I am worried she may have cerebral palsy she falls over soo much has been walking since early dec, she was born very premature.
she also doesnt talk the same as a kid her age she is "behind" in her development.
can mild cerebral palsy present itself like this?
Whoaaa...that's kinda how i was..my mom told me that she started to worry because i was almost a year old and i wouldn't sit up or roll over, or play peek-a-boo...she said i was like a rag doll..so she took me in to get tested and................now don't be alarmed........but they said that i possibly had a touch of cerebral palsy but i guess they weren't sure or something; it didn't really matter 'cause i eventually caught up and started to do the normal stuff... i'm 25 now and i'm totally fine...i would most certainly take her in so you can rule out anything bad. But don't worry, as long as you know the truth whatever that may be everything will pan out. It did for me.  (+ info)

get people to stop making fun of me because I have Cerebral Palsy?

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I was born premature with Cerebral Palsy and I also have ADD. People make fun of my due to my disabilities. What do I do to get them to stop?
Prove them wrong, you might need to try a little bit harder, but it's possible. I have severe ADD and Hypermobility Syndrome, which means I have disability in both Physical and Mental settings. People make fun of me but I just prove them wrong with how intelligent I am naturally. If you need any help you can message me.... stay strong!!!!  (+ info)

I have a friend who has Cerebral Palsy what are some fun activites and things she can do?

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She is 20 years old and in a wheel chair she can use her hands and arms but cant sit up without help also she cannot walk or move her legs. She can speak well tho and often gets bored. She is a new friend of mine I've never had a friend with cerebral palsy and I want her to have fun.
At 20 years old, she knows her limitations and abilities better than anyone else. I think you should ask her.  (+ info)

Do people with cerebral palsy die younger?

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I have a good friend at school with cerebral palsy but shes only got it very mildly. She walks with a bit of a bend in her right knee and with her feet turned inwards, and sits on a special chair, but that is it. is she likely to die younger than usual and at what age?
According to this link, her life expectancy isn't dramatically different from yours, as she is able to walk and she can look after herself generally. http://www.lifeexpectancy.com/cp.shtml  (+ info)

how to care for my child with cerebral palsy?

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i have a 7 week old daughter who has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. She has had a funduplication and a g-tube and will be ready to go home from the NICU for the very first time! I must admit I am a little bit scared. She will need a lot of care. Where can i find the support i need? and all other resources?
What happened to cause her CP? Did you have a complicated delivery?

The very first thing you should do is find a competent medical malpractice attorney to look into your labor and your daughter's birth records to rule out medical malpractice that may have caused your daughter's CP.

I hope I am wrong in your case, but I must share this: I am a mom that until I went to the hospital for my scheduled inducement had a healthy full term baby. They made some mistakes and now my son has CP.

You are right about her needing a lot of care. She will most likely need: Speech, occupational, and physical therapies weekly for possibly the rest of her life. She will probably need medical equipment ranging from orthotics to help her walk, walkers, hand crutches and even a wheel chair. Depending on the severity of her CP she may need help for the rest of her life just getting dressed and feeding herself.

People with CP are generally not insurable by regular health coverage. Medicaid only covers the most basic life sustaining needs for people who can't afford to pay for their own medical needs and CP requires so much in terms of special healthcare. My son is only 2 1/2 and has been to the hospital more times than I ever have in my 34 years for tests you never even knew existed or ever heard of or anyone else that I know. It's a whole diferent ball game caring for a child with CP. He requires medication, orthotics, therapies and is now going to be susceptible to early onset arthritis, parkinsons disease, paralysis, seizures, falling and cracking his skull, and choking on food. If he is ever left in the care of cold hearted people after I pass on, he could easily be abused and neglected.

Get a competant attorney, a good pediatrician that will point you to good therapists, support, and be the voice for your daughter. There are statutes of limitations for how long you have to file a suit if indeed the hospital deviated from the normal standard of care and is responsible. I know you appreciate the doctor who delivered her and all the nurses and NICU staff who have been there to help, but 20 years down the road, how will you and your daughter feel when the money and coverage is not there for her care?

Here is a site that is educational on medical malpractice issues:

http://ringlerassociates.com/

and here is a support site and community where you can find more resources:

http://www.mychildwithoutlimits.org/

If it wasn't for a good friend of mine who new what she was seeing when all I could think about was my son being okay, and who referred me to a good attorney, I don't know where we would be. Having a child with CP is life changing and will be a beautiful and rewarding experience if you have knowledge and resources for her care.

Wishing you and your precious angel the best,
-S  (+ info)

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