Cerebral
Palsy Diagnosis
Information Provided by a Pennsylvania Cerebral
Palsy Lawyer
If you believe that your infant has developed cerebral palsy, it
is important to first recognize common symptoms, such as the inability
to walk, seizures and behavioral problems. If these symptoms are
apparent, you should see a doctor to receive a complete cerebral
palsy diagnosis. The Philadelphia cerebral palsy lawyers at Messa
& Associates have worked with several cases related
to this disorder and can assist you with all medical and legal matters.
In order for a doctor to diagnose cerebral palsy, he or she must
first test the baby’s motor skills. The doctor will check
if the baby has soft, relaxed muscle tone (hypotonia) or stiff muscle
tone (hypertonia). Many infants with cerebral palsy often have hypotonia
in the first few months of their life and then later develop hypertonia.
It is also essential for the physician to have a complete medical
history of the baby during the diagnosis.
There are several other tests a doctor will use to determine whether
or not the baby is suffering from cerebral palsy including:
- High-pitched crying
- Trembling of the legs and arms
- Abnormal reflexes
- Problems sucking or swallowing
- Lethargy
If you feel that your child may have cerebral palsy, ask a doctor
for a diagnosis immediately. Every Pennsyvlania cerebral palsy lawyer
at Messa & Associates is skilled in dealing
with cerebral palsy cases and will be happy to assist you in determining
the right course of action.
If your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, contact a
Philadelphia cerebral palsy attorney today.
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