ATAXIC CEREBRAL PALSY THERAPY PATTERNS
THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION FOR "ATAXIC CEREBRAL PALSY" 1. Therapy Program for Ataxic Cerebral Palsy Ataxia refers to incoordination, problems in balancing or being “without order.” Where, Ataxic cerebral palsy only affects an estimated 5 to 6 percent of cerebral palsy, is caused by injury to the cerebellum and is named for the uncoordinated and uncontrolled movements it causes. These issues are due to damage to the motor control centers of the developing brain. Children with Ataxic cerebral palsy have a hard time controlling their movements. They are unstable and struggle with precise movements, such as writing and holding small objects. Ataxic CP can affect the hands, feet, eyes and even the ability to speak. Like all other forms of cerebral palsy, Ataxic CP is a developmental disorder that affects the precise movement (motor function) of a specific function of the muscle. Ataxic cerebral palsy is characterized by problems with balance and coordination. Physiother...