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Provides an overview and describes symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and research.
http://www.neurologychannel.com/cerebralpalsy/

Describes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and types of cerebral palsy.
http://gait.aidi.udel.edu/res695..._ortho/clinics/c_palsy/cpweb.htm

An informational booklet on CP compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_...dical/pubs/cerebral_palsyhtr.htm

Describes and answers questions about causes, prevention, and treatment.
http://www.pediatriconcall.com/f...ts/CommonChild/cerebralpalsy.asp

Provides information about many aspects of cerebral palsy, including history, types, causes, and CP in the media. From Carolyn, a woman with spastic hemiplegia as well as a seizure disorder.
http://www.angelfire.com/mi/Care/

Features an online cerebral palsy booklet, dictionary, book and resource lists, and special sections for kids and parents.
http://www.twinenterprises.com/cp/

Provides information about the CPN as well as a resource center. Includes a chat room and an email group at Yahoo.
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/8950/

Describes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the long-term outlook for the child with cerebral palsy.
http://web1.tch.harvard.edu/cfap...splay.cfm?Topic=Cerebral%20Palsy

Information for friends and relatives of a child with cerebral palsy.
http://www.iinet.com.au/~scarffam/cpa.html

Parents guide provides information on steps for preventing cerebral palsy in unborn children.
http://www.kissitmakeitbetter.co...gnancy/cerebral_palsy_pregnancy/

Includes general information and resources for further reading. Describes segmental measures, standard measures, and equipment. From the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Children's Medical Center.
http://www.people.virginia.edu/~smb4v/growth/home.htm

Describes the increased risk of cerebral palsy created by maternal infection.
http://www.gentlebirth.org/archives/matnfccp.html

An unmoderated, anonymous forum for asking and answering CP questions, provided by Massachusetts General Hospital, Department of Neurology.
http://neuro-www.mgh.harvard.edu/forum/CerebralPalsyMenu.html

Provides an overview and describes diagnostic methods and treatments for each child movement disorder, including ataxia, bradykinesia, choreoathetosis, dystonia, myoclonus, spasticity, tics, and tremor.
http://www.wemove.org/kidsmove/

March of Dimes defines cerebral palsy and related disorders, and describes causes and treatment.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1208.asp

Read about a disease that can have a broad range of severity. Learn how to spot the symptoms, how CP is diagnosed, and what team of physicians is needed for treatment.
http://www.drgreene.com/21_1044.html

Provides an overview of CP, including definitions of common terms, information about living with CP, and general disability resources.
http://geocities.com/aneecp/index2.html

Offers detailed support, references and links focusing on the logistics of caring for a child with CP.
http://caringforcerebralpalsy.com

Explores in detail the conditions associated with CP such as epilepsy, severe constipation, depression, and perception impairments.
http://www.associatedconditionsofcerebralpalsy.com

CP has its origins in genetic and non genetic factors. This sites explores its causes from both positions.
http://www.originsofcerebralpalsy.com

Examines in detail the different forms of CP and includes a glossary and bibliography.
http://formsofcerebralpalsy.com

Information page compiled by The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorde...erebral_palsy/cerebral_palsy.htm