Over the last 25 years the definition and classification of cerebral palsy (CP) have evolved,
as well as the approach to rehabilitation. CP is a disorder of the development of movement …

Growth and nutrition disorders are common secondary health conditions in children with
cerebral palsy (CP). Poor growth and malnutrition in CP merit study because of their impact …

Objectives: Feeding difficulties are frequent in children with neurological impairments and
can be associated with undernutrition, growth failure, micronutrients deficiencies …

OBJECTIVE: In this study we used national data to determine changes in the prevalence of
hospital admissions for medically complex children over a 15-year period. PATIENTS AND …

OBJECTIVE: To determine the percentiles of weight for age in cerebral palsy according to
gender and Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level and to identify …

This study assessed the clinical indicators and severity of dysphagia in a representative
sample of children with severe generalized cerebral palsy and intellectual disability. A total …

Objectives To evaluate how involvement in life situations (participation) in children with
cerebral palsy varies with type and severity of impairment and to investigate geographical …

The Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) was developed in response to the
need to have a standardized system to measure the 'severity of movement disability'in …

Inadequate physical fitness is a major problem affecting the function and health of children
with cerebral palsy (CP). Lack of optimal physical activity may contribute to the development …

BACKGROUND. Children with cerebral palsy frequently grow poorly. The purpose of this
study was to describe observed growth patterns and their relationship to health and social …