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Post a new topicby contentuser on Sun Jul 05, 2009 11:06 am


Prognosis


Most people with cerebral palsy experience a normal life span. Those with severe forms of CP may have a reduced life span. As people with cerebral palsy age, they may experience long-term effects of chronic physical impairment, such as the following:
Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Cerebral Palsy(Free Handout)


Increase in spasms
Increase in shortening of muscles (contractures)
Joint problems (e.g., pain, loss of flexibility)
Tight muscles
Increase in back pain
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