Common "cerebral palsy" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders resulting from cerebral injury to the immature brain, impairing movement, posture, and tone. Genetic mutations, fetal stroke, maternal infections, intracranial bleeding, head trauma, lack of oxygen supply, and brain infections result in cerebral palsy. The complications associated with cerebral palsy include shortening of muscle tissues, malnutrition, osteoarthritis, osteopenia, malnutrition, premature aging, and cardiac and hepatic disorders.

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Is it normal for an 18-month-old baby to walk on their toes?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Toe walking with support or around the furniture and scissors gait are motor nervous disorders. It may occur accidentally during delivery. It is known as cerebral palsy.

Answered By

Dr. Ishwar Chandra Rai

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