Cerebral Palsy (MPD) is a disorder whose symptoms depend on the form of the disease. The paresis does not always cover the entire body. Epilepsy or intellectual retardation are not always the accompanying symptoms. Find out what the types of cerebral palsy (MPD) are.

Cerebral Palsy( MPD ) is a disorder that mainly contributes to problems with performing the intended movements (1/3 of patients are not can walk). However, research shows that about 1/4 of the patients do not speak (which by no means indicates an intellectual disability!), And a large percentage also have hearing problems. The severity of the disease depends on the type of cerebral palsy (MPD).

Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - hemiplegia

Hemiplegia(hemiplegia) is characterized by muscle weakness on only one side of the body. Hemiplegia is caused by damage to the cerebrospinal cortex, with the paresis on the side opposite to the location of the damage. The muscles are excessively stiff or, conversely, very flaccid.

In the early stages of a child's life, there is an asymmetry in spontaneous movements and asymmetry in body position. Around the age of 4, you may notice:

  • increased muscle tension in paralyzed limbs (which is manifested, for example, by problems with maintaining balance when standing or walking)
  • spastic (flexion) position of the arm and leg on the disturbed side
  • there may be involuntary movements in the upper limb
  • you may have difficulty feeling on the side affected by paralysis
  • epilepsy (rarely)

Intellectual development is usually not impaired.

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Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - bilateral spastic palsy

Bilateral palsyusually affects the lower limbs. Therefore, learning to walk as well as walking is very difficult. Patients are often forced to use walkers and crutches. The dexterity of the hands is not limited, there may only be problems with precise movements such as writing or sewing.

In addition, eye diseases such as strabismus,myopia or retinopathy (damage to the retina of the eye).

Mental development is usually normal.

Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - bilateral hemiplegia

Bilateral hemiplegiais characterized by flexural positioning of the child and restriction of spontaneous movements in the early stages of development.

Later on, limb paresis appears, with the upper limbs paralyzed to a greater extent than the lower limbs. Then, increased muscle tension appears in the upper limbs, with a simultaneous reduction in the tension of the head and torso muscles.

Children with this form of cerebral palsy develop difficulties with speaking and eating. Epilepsy is also very common.

Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - quadriplegia

Tetraplegiaaffects the whole body: head, torso and limbs. Patients, depending on the severity of the disease, can only crawl, sit or lie down. In the latter case, the patient is only able to breathe independently.

Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - extrapyramidal form

A characteristic feature of the extrapyramidal form are various types of involuntary movements, mainly involving the muscles of the face and the entire head, which are intensified under the influence of strong emotions. The extrapyramidal form of cerebral palsy appears between 12 and 18 months of age. The accompanying symptoms are:

  • sound sensitivity
  • sensorineural hearing loss or deafness
  • paralysis of looking up
  • sleep disorder
  • clenching your hands into a fist
  • bending the head
  • torso stiffening

Cerebral Palsy (MPD) - cerebellar form

The cerebellar form is the least frequently diagnosed form of cerebral palsy. The distinguishing feature of the disease is the so-called intentional tremor: The limb trembles when you try to move (such as reaching). In some embodiments, muscle laxity is a long-term symptom.

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