Cerebral Palsy Treatment for Children | Nemours Children's Health
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Cerebral Palsy Treatment for Children | Nemours Children's Health
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) can affect a child’s muscle tone, movement and speech. Some children might walk a little awkwardly but don’t need special help. Others benefit from technology and assistive devices to help them move and communicate. At Nemours Children's, our orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and other CP specialists are experts in diagnosing cerebral palsy in children. We’re here to help kids with CP from the start — and keep them thriving as they grow.
Learn More About Cerebral Palsy
Contact Us
Cerebral Palsy
(800) 416-4441
Cerebral palsy (CP) can affect a child’s muscle tone, movement and speech. Some children might walk a little awkwardly but don’t need special help. Others benefit from technology and assistive devices to help them move and communicate. At Nemours Children's, our orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and other CP specialists are experts in diagnosing cerebral palsy in children. We’re here to help kids with CP from the start — and keep them thriving as they grow.
Learn More About Cerebral Palsy
Contact Us
Cerebral Palsy
Call Us
Cerebral Palsy
Central Florida
(407) 650-7715
Northeast Florida
(904) 697-3600
Northwest Florida
(850) 505-4700
Contact Nemours
Visit our contact page to find more contact information for each of our regions
Why Choose Us
Families come to Nemours because of our national reputation for diagnosing and treating all types of cerebral palsy in children. We’re known for providing excellent care and warm, personal attention. And, year after year, members of our CP team are recognized as
"
Best Doctors in America
®."
Kids with CP grow and do their best when the whole family takes part in the child’s development and care. That’s why we include parents and other family members in your child’s treatment plans. Families also choose Nemours because we’re always looking for better ways to diagnose and care for conditions like CP. We stay on the leading edge of research, and are actively involved in
studies and clinical trials
.
Regional Care Highlights
Delaware/Philadelphia
Florida
Delaware Valley Highlights
Delaware/Greater Philadelphia
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
(Wilmington, Del.).
Regularly ranked among the top children’s hospitals
in the country for pediatric orthopedics by
U.S. News & World Report
(Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware)
Cerebral Palsy Center
— one of only a few medical centers in the Mid-Atlantic region that cares solely for children with cerebral palsy, and one of the largest CP programs in the country
Doctors known around the world
for CP treatment and research, treating more than 3,000 children from across the globe every year
Advanced data
to inform care, with one of the few computer-assisted pediatric
Gait & Motion Analysis
labs (providing detailed information on exactly how your child is walking, which muscles they’re using, etc.)
Bone metabolism program
, to help kids maintain good bone density and prevent fractures, which is common in kids with CP — including vitamin and mineral levels, supplements and exercises to promote bone strength
Nobel Prize-winning EOS imaging technology
for the lowest dose of radiation possible to make
medical imaging
safer
Nursing excellence
— our nursing program at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware earned
Magnet status
, the country’s highest nursing credential
Wheelchair clinic and
assistive technology
to help kids get around, communicate and learn
State-of-the-art cast room and on-site brace fitting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
shops
Pediatric outpatient therapy services
program
that’s one of the only in the region accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
(CARF)
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services, including certified
occupational
,
physical
and
hand
therapies
Indoor pediatric therapy pool
(the largest of its kind in the tristate area)
Ronald McDonald House of Delaware
, right across from our hospital’s campus, for a home away from home during long hospital stays
Learn more about the Cerebral Palsy Center
.
Florida Highlights
Central Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida
(Orlando).
Neurologists and orthopedic surgeons with expertise in treating kids with CP
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services, including
occupational
and
physical
therapies
State-of-the-art casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services on-site
Access, if needed, to other Nemours medical and surgical specialties
Ronald McDonald House at Nemours Children’s Hospital
, for an affordable home away from home during long hospital stays
Northeast Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville
(working with
Wolfson Children’s Hospital
, connected by a walkway.)
Orthopedic surgeon and neurologist with expertise in treating kids with CP
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services
On-site casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services
Access, if needed, to more than 30 other medical and surgical specialties
Close academic and clinical affiliations with with the
University of Florida College of Medicine–Jacksonville
and
Mayo Clinic Florida
Northwest Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Health, Pensacola
.
CP program led by experienced orthopedic surgeon
On-site casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services
Express
lab services
and
imaging
on-site
Find Care at Nemours
We have many pediatric specialists and locations — find the care closest to you:
Find a Doctor
Find a Location
Related Specialties
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Gait & Motion Analysis
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Gait & Motion Analysis
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) can affect a child’s muscle tone, movement and speech. Some children might walk a little awkwardly but don’t need special help. Others benefit from technology and assistive devices to help them move and communicate. At Nemours Children's, our orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and other CP specialists are experts in diagnosing cerebral palsy in children. We’re here to help kids with CP from the start — and keep them thriving as they grow.
Learn More About Cerebral Palsy
Contact Us
Cerebral Palsy
(800) 416-4441
Cerebral palsy (CP) can affect a child’s muscle tone, movement and speech. Some children might walk a little awkwardly but don’t need special help. Others benefit from technology and assistive devices to help them move and communicate. At Nemours Children's, our orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and other CP specialists are experts in diagnosing cerebral palsy in children. We’re here to help kids with CP from the start — and keep them thriving as they grow.
Learn More About Cerebral Palsy
Contact Us
Cerebral Palsy
Call Us
Cerebral Palsy
Central Florida
(407) 650-7715
Northeast Florida
(904) 697-3600
Northwest Florida
(850) 505-4700
Contact Nemours
Visit our contact page to find more contact information for each of our regions
Why Choose Us
Families come to Nemours because of our national reputation for diagnosing and treating all types of cerebral palsy in children. We’re known for providing excellent care and warm, personal attention. And, year after year, members of our CP team are recognized as
"
Best Doctors in America
®."
Kids with CP grow and do their best when the whole family takes part in the child’s development and care. That’s why we include parents and other family members in your child’s treatment plans. Families also choose Nemours because we’re always looking for better ways to diagnose and care for conditions like CP. We stay on the leading edge of research, and are actively involved in
studies and clinical trials
.
Regional Care Highlights
Delaware/Philadelphia
Florida
Delaware Valley Highlights
Delaware/Greater Philadelphia
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
(Wilmington, Del.).
Regularly ranked among the top children’s hospitals
in the country for pediatric orthopedics by
U.S. News & World Report
(Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware)
Cerebral Palsy Center
— one of only a few medical centers in the Mid-Atlantic region that cares solely for children with cerebral palsy, and one of the largest CP programs in the country
Doctors known around the world
for CP treatment and research, treating more than 3,000 children from across the globe every year
Advanced data
to inform care, with one of the few computer-assisted pediatric
Gait & Motion Analysis
labs (providing detailed information on exactly how your child is walking, which muscles they’re using, etc.)
Bone metabolism program
, to help kids maintain good bone density and prevent fractures, which is common in kids with CP — including vitamin and mineral levels, supplements and exercises to promote bone strength
Nobel Prize-winning EOS imaging technology
for the lowest dose of radiation possible to make
medical imaging
safer
Nursing excellence
— our nursing program at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware earned
Magnet status
, the country’s highest nursing credential
Wheelchair clinic and
assistive technology
to help kids get around, communicate and learn
State-of-the-art cast room and on-site brace fitting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
shops
Pediatric outpatient therapy services
program
that’s one of the only in the region accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
(CARF)
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services, including certified
occupational
,
physical
and
hand
therapies
Indoor pediatric therapy pool
(the largest of its kind in the tristate area)
Ronald McDonald House of Delaware
, right across from our hospital’s campus, for a home away from home during long hospital stays
Learn more about the Cerebral Palsy Center
.
Florida Highlights
Central Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida
(Orlando).
Neurologists and orthopedic surgeons with expertise in treating kids with CP
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services, including
occupational
and
physical
therapies
State-of-the-art casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services on-site
Access, if needed, to other Nemours medical and surgical specialties
Ronald McDonald House at Nemours Children’s Hospital
, for an affordable home away from home during long hospital stays
Northeast Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville
(working with
Wolfson Children’s Hospital
, connected by a walkway.)
Orthopedic surgeon and neurologist with expertise in treating kids with CP
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
(“PM&R” or “Rehab Medicine”) services
On-site casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services
Access, if needed, to more than 30 other medical and surgical specialties
Close academic and clinical affiliations with with the
University of Florida College of Medicine–Jacksonville
and
Mayo Clinic Florida
Northwest Florida
We offer cerebral palsy treatment at
Nemours Children’s Health, Pensacola
.
CP program led by experienced orthopedic surgeon
On-site casting,
orthotic
and
prosthetic
services
Express
lab services
and
imaging
on-site
Find Care at Nemours
We have many pediatric specialists and locations — find the care closest to you:
Find a Doctor
Find a Location
Related Specialties
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Gait & Motion Analysis
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy
Assistive Technology
Behavioral Health (Psychology and Psychiatry)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians
Gait & Motion Analysis
Hand Therapy Program
Neurology
Neuromuscular Disorders
Neurosurgery
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedics
Orthotics
Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT)
Physical Therapy
Rehabilitation Medicine
Speech & Language Therapy