Athetoid cerebral palsy involves uncontrolled muscle movements. Symptoms tend to be more severe than those of other types of cerebral palsy, but a variety of approaches can help manage symptoms.

Athetoid cerebral palsy (ACP) is a lifelong neurological condition that is present at birth. It causes uncontrolled movements, including slow writhing of the hands and feet. ACP is a type of ...

Athetoid cerebral palsy may be seen in newborns who have had severe jaundice and kernicterus. These patients have trouble holding themselves in an upright, steady position for sitting or walking ...

Cerebral palsy is a vague term describing a group of disorders involving control of movements. It affects 2-2.5 of every 1,000 children. In about 10-20% of kids with cerebral palsy, it appears ...

Also known as athetoid dyskinetic cerebral palsy, this is the second most common type. Intelligence is usually normal, but muscle problems affect the whole body. Weak or tight muscle tone causes ...

Cerebral palsy is a term that encompasses several neurological conditions that affect a child's movement and coordination. It mainly occurs due to damage to the brain that may occur before, during ...