Top Things To Know About Cerebral Palsy

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Cerebral palsy is a broad term cover to describe a number of neurological conditions caused by injury to the brain during the developmental stages of the fetus, during birth, or soon after birth. Though it is not a very common disorder, it remains a fact that thousands of children are born with this lifelong condition every year. Since a child affected with cerebral palsy may not develop symptoms until early childhood, the condition may not be diagnosed immediately in some cases. The below infographic from UKSMobility takes a quick look at the top things everyone needs to know about cerebral palsy, including symptoms and social issues affecting people with the condition.

Cerebral Palsy: Stats and Facts