Cerebral palsy

Researchers Find Genes That Could Cause Children's Cerebral Palsy

A team of researchers on Friday said that they have identified genes that might be partially behind cerebral palsy, a condition that affects the ability to move and maintain balance and posture in children.

 

Mar 30, 2024, 20:14 PM IST

Know what is Cerebral Palsy, the condition that led to Satya Nadella's son Zain's death

Cerebral Palsy is caused by damage in the brain which results in abnormal development due to lack of oxygen in the brain, at the time of birth. 

Mar 02, 2022, 11:32 AM IST

Device for stroke victims launched

The product is aimed towards neuro-rehabilitation of stroke victims and motor rehabilitation of victims with upper limb motor deficit due to conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, fracture or frozen.

Aug 09, 2019, 15:49 PM IST

IIT Hyderabad-incubated health startup gets Rs 25 lakh grant

The device that provides rehabilitation therapy for the upper limb through interactive and fun games can help patients suffering from cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis (MS), traumatic brain injury, fracture and frozen shoulder.

Jul 22, 2019, 14:56 PM IST

Ashton Kutcher wanted to donate heart to twin brother

Ashton had once said that Michael taught him people are not all created equally. 

Jan 06, 2019, 13:12 PM IST

During Zero shoot, I spent all my time sitting on the chair: Anushka Sharma

Anushka, who plays Aafia, a cerebral palsy patient in 'Zero', shared how she got into the shoes of her character.

Nov 03, 2018, 10:49 AM IST

Aspirin during pregnancy could double the risk of cerebral palsy in babies

For the study, published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, the researchers examined 1,85,617 mothers and their babies.

Nov 26, 2017, 13:40 PM IST

New smart glove to make physical exams more accurate

The device is built on a regular sports glove that a doctor can wear while holding and moving a patient's limb back and forth.

Apr 23, 2017, 17:05 PM IST

How to tell if your child has cerebral palsy!

Cerebral palsy is caused by brain damage that happens before or during a baby's birth, or during the first years of a child's life. 

Oct 05, 2016, 13:24 PM IST

Newborn with Zika virus found infected 2 months after birth

 The new finding suggests that newborns may continue to be at risk from the virus at a time when their brains are still rapidly growing and developing.

Aug 25, 2016, 12:45 PM IST

18 disabled Afghan children getting new life in Kolkata

Though excited at being able to sooth some of the pain of the children from the conflict-ravaged nation, RCFC vice president Lali De rued lack of funds and governmental assistance.

Dec 09, 2015, 19:41 PM IST