Question

Compare the symptoms of the three major types of cerebral palsy:

Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Athetoid Cerebral Palsy

Ataxic Cerebral Palsy

Discuss current treatment protocols for one type

**Cite your sources in APA format.

pls this is pathophysiology

Answer 1

The most common symptoms of the spastic cerebral palsy are exaggerated movements, limited movements,stiff,tight muscles, abnormal gait, crossed knees, contractures, walking on tiptoes and abnormal reflexes.

The most common symptoms of athetoid cerebral palsy includes tremors, involuntary movements,poor posture, twisting of the torso, unsteadiness, abrupt,slow and writhing movements.

The most common symptoms of ataxia cerebral palsy are unsteady movements due to difficulty with balance, difficulties making quick movements, tremors,slow eye movements,breathy sounds and monotone voice when speaking.

Treatment for spastic cerebral palsy are physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and surgery.