117 results

• Brain Cell Activation Technique May Help Treat Autism, Cerebral Palsy: Study

  August 22, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study indicates that neurological conditions affecting children, like autism and cerebral palsy, could be treated through the use of a technique activating dormant brain stem cells.

• Air Pollution Exposure in the Womb May Increase Cerebral Palsy Risks, Study Warns

  July 11, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study links particulate matter exposure during pregnancy to an increased risk of cerebral palsy in children.

• Study Finds Preterm Cerebral Palsy Risk May Be Reduced With Magnesium Sulfate Use During Pregnancy

  July 2, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study suggests women taking magnesium sulfate during pregnancy can protect against cerebral palsy in preterm infants, and may also prevent the risk of infant brain bleeding events after birth.

• Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit Ends in $120M Verdict for Blind Teen Who Suffered Birth Trauma

  April 2, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  A birth injury trial has ended in a $120 million verdict for the family of a teen boy who suffered cerebral palsy and crippling injuries due to what plaintiffs said was a negligently delayed C-section procedure.

• Preterm Birth Linked to Autism, ADHD, Epilepsy Later in Life: Study

  February 5, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study appear to indicate the earlier a preterm child is born, the higher their risks of autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and other neurodevelopmental disorders later in life.

• Prenatal Intravenous Magnesium Fails to Reduce Cerebral Palsy Risks, Study Finds

  August 17, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds giving magnesium to women late in their pregnancy does not appear to help prevent cerebral palsy.

• Most OB/GYNs Face Malpractice Lawsuits During their Medical Career: Study

  May 17, 2023

  Stephanie Yanovich

  Ob/Gyns face a higher risk of medical malpractice lawsuits due to the nature of their profession, in which mistakes can lead to not only injuries for the woman, but birth injuries such as cerebral palsy.

• Cerebral Palsy Risk Increases With Severity of Maternal Injury: Study

  November 30, 2022

  Russell Maas

  A new study finds that maternal injuries during pregnancy can significantly increase the unborn child's risk of cerebral palsy.

• Even Mild Preterm Brain Injuries Increase Risks of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Disorders: Study

  November 16, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links even mild brain injuries in preterm children to an increased risk of cerebral palsy and other developmental problems later in life.

• Enbrel Use Shortly After Birth Could Be Effective Cerebral Palsy Treatment: Study

  October 4, 2022

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study suggests early use of Enbrel could reduce brain inflammation in preterm infants, potentially reducing or preventing the development of cerebral palsy.