Associated
Medical and Sensory Concerns and Treatment Modalities
While many children with cerebral
palsy have no associated medical problems, there are certain medical conditions
and sensory impairments common to individuals with cerebral palsy.
Some of the most significant
issues include:
Cognitive
impairments
Seizure
disorders
Hydrocephalus
Growth
problems
Vision
or hearing impairments
Abnormal
sensation and perception
Gastroesophageal
reflux disease (GERD)
Oral-motor
problems precluding oral feeding
Constipation
Urinary
tract infections
Pneumonia
Dental
problems
Muscle
spasticity