Life with Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is not a death sentence. Children affected by this disease are able to live long and happy lives. They do, of course, need more care and may require more day-to-day assistance than other kids, but a diminished life span is by no means an absolute. With the proper treatment and care provided by facilities like Tivkah Layeled, children can and do lead normal lives.

Cerebral palsy affects the body’s nervous system. It is a permanent condition and there is no known cure. However, CP is not a progressive disease. Once a child has been affected by CP, as the result of an injury or a brain abnormality developed in the womb, the condition will not worsen over time. This isn’t to suggest that other factors in the child’s health will not change. There are associate conditions that can worsen, but with the proper medical care, therapy and treatment, children with cerebral palsy can live well into adulthood.

There are several factors that can determine life expectancy of a child with CP. The number of disabilities the child has due to the condition is one factor. The child’s mobility and cognitive functioning also play a role, as do the amount of seizures they experience and the overall severity of their condition.

All these things are provided for by Tivkah Layeled. Add to this, the loving care that these children receive from the dedicated professional caregivers and you have a child with significant advantages for living a long, productive life.