Does cerebral palsy lower life expectancy?
Cerebral palsy patients go on to live a healthy and normal life as they transition into adulthood. Severe cerebral palsy can decrease life expectancy due to significant physical and intellectual impairments and associated health conditions.
Is there any cure for cerebral palsy?
There's no cure for cerebral palsy. But resources and therapies can help kids grow and develop to their greatest potential. As soon as CP is diagnosed, a child can begin therapy for movement and other areas that need help, such as learning, speech, hearing, and social and emotional development.
How common is cerebral palsy in Australia?
In Australia CP occurs in approximately 2 per 1,000 live births and there are around 34,000 people living with CP in Australia.