What Are the Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy in Infants?

Question

An infant diagnosed with cerebral palsy shortly after birth exhibits symptoms such as unusual quietness, long periods of sleep, frequent vomiting, and lack of response to sounds and visual stimuli. What specific symptoms might an infant with cerebral palsy experience?

Answer

Infants with cerebral palsy often present clinically with abnormal posture and muscle tone, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and ataxia. These symptoms may be accompanied by sensory, cognitive, communication, and behavioral impairments, as well as secondary skeletal muscle abnormalities, and even seizures. Motor development and growth in other aspects may be slower compared to typically developing children. Infants may experience muscle relaxation or stiffness. Functional training is essential for increasing muscle strength, overcoming pathological reflexes, and restoring social adaptability.