What´s Cerebral Palsy?

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` What is Cerebral Palsy? “CP” is a neurological disorder caused by a non-progressive brain injury or malformation that occurs while the child’s brain is under development. “CP” mainly affects body movement,speed and muscle intelligence. The majority of people with “CP” are born with it, although people can receive it as they age. “CP” does not affect lifespan. People with “CP” are expected to live well into adulthood.A person with”CP” will possibly show signs of physical impairment.The type of movement disability, the location and number of limbs involved,the extent of impairment, will vary from one person to another. It can affect arms, legs, and even the face, it can even affect one limb, several, or all.”CP” affects muscles and a person’s

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