The following are the most common symptoms of cerebral palsy. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. The child may have muscle weakness, poor motor control, or have shaking, also called spasticity, of the arms or legs. Muscle stiffness in the form of stiff legs or clenched fists may also be seen. Cerebral palsy is classified according to the kind of motor function the child may have, including the following:
Athetoid (or dyskinetic) - involuntary (unable to control), purposeless, and rigid movement
For more information on cerebral palsy treatment in children, call St. Louis Children's Hospital at 314.454.5437 or 800.678.5437 or email us.
