Among the forms of spastic CP, quad CP is more likely to co-occur with seizures and mild to moderate intellectual disability.In spastic cerebral palsy in children with low birth weights, 25% of children had hemiplegia, 37.5% had quadriplegia, and 37.5% had diplegia. No one person with a particular type of spastic CP presents in exactly the same way. Treatment
There is no cure for spastic cerebral palsy and no way to reverse the initial brain injury. However, various treatments and assistive devices can help mitigate pain and allow those affected to have a higher quality of life. Different combinations of treatments are right for each individual and are determined by individuals and their care team.Some common interventions are:

Physical therapy- exercises to develop balance and strength and to learn skills such as walking, rolling, or driving a wheelchair. Occupational therapy- therapy to help an individual develop strategies to complete activities of daily living such as dressing, toileting, and bathing either independently or with a level of assistance that is safe and comfortable. Orthotics- braces and splints to improve posture and positioning (usually on legs or arms). Assistive devices- Wheelchairs, crutches, and walkers may help someone with spastic CP navigate safely. Different devices may be used in different settings or for longer distances. People with cerebral palsy may use up to 3-5 times the energy as those without when moving; thus, a device such as a wheelchair may reduce fatigue.
See also
General movements assessment

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