Strength Training and Cerebral Palsy: What you need to know
What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of permanent disorders aff ecting movement and posture, leading to potential activity limitations. These disorders are caused by non progressive disturbances that occur in the developing fetal or infant brain. While CP presents lifelong challenges, growing evidence shows that strength and conditioning training can significantly enhance quality of life. understanding the role of physical training is key to improving function, confidence and independence for individuals with CP. Causes and Risk Factors CP results from damage to the immature brain, which can happen before, during or shortly after birth Prenatal causes (before birth) include infections during pregnancy, placental issues, and maternal health problems such as preeclampsia Perinatal causes (around the time of birth) may involve birth asphyxia (lack of oxygen), premature brith, low birth weight and complicated deliveries. Postnatal cause...