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Annoyed yet again
Had ongoing constant back for over 4 years told over and over back spasm. Went to orthotics about my gait as left foot intoes and have leg length discrepancy prescribed right foot heel lift and asked for assessment of hips.. hips thankfully fine but have moderate osteoarthritis in L5/S1 in spine and mild in si joints I'm…
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7 Days to Go to World CP Day 6 October 2025
World CP Day is just around the corner, Monday, 6 October, and we need your voice to make this year’s campaign louder than ever! This year’s theme, #UniqueANDUnited, is about celebrating the power of our community while showing the world that cerebral palsy is not one story, but millions of unique ones. 👉 In the final…
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Ringing the NASDAQ Bell for World CP Day 2025
This World Cerebral Palsy Day, the Cerebral Palsy Foundation is honoured to take part in a very special tradition — the ringing of the NASDAQ closing bell in New York City. This year, Ila Eckhoff, Chair of the Cerebral Palsy Foundation’s Board of Directors, will lead the ceremony, joined by families, community leaders, and…
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I worried about being a mom with a disability. Now, I've embraced it — all with one hand
From CBC by Kiaira Fedorus Finding out I was pregnant was one of the few times I doubted my ability to overcome and adapt. This First Person column is the experience of Kiaira Fedorus, who lives in Grande Prairie, Alta. For more information about CBC's First Person stories, please see the FAQ. Time stood still while I sat…
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Cerebral Palsy No Barriers for Oxford Student
Maisy Gallagher-Horwood, aged 21, who lives in Shipton-on-Cherwell has cerebral palsy and is a wheelchair user. For years she has championed disability rights and accessible employment opportunities, Now she’s landed a job with Oxfordshire County Council as its special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) media…
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'She doesn't get another childhood': The lives on hold waiting for wheelchairs
Wren has cerebral palsy, affecting her speech, all four of her limbs and her posture, meaning she needs help with everyday activities. At home, the 11-year-old uses an NHS manual self-propelled chair. It took more than a year to get this chair, well over the NHS's official target of 18 weeks. While Wren's mum, Anna, says…
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World Suicide Prevention Day: 10 September 2025. Cerebral Palsy
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. September focuses on raising awareness about the often-overlooked challenges faced by individuals living with mental health conditions. Suicide is a pervasive issue that does not discriminate, affecting individuals from diverse backgrounds. In 2023, the recorded rate across…
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Cerebral Palsy and Stigma Study with the University of Surrey
The study has now been published in an academic paper, and I wanted to again express my thanks for all the support that you gave with the project. You have all been thanked in the acknowledgements for the project, as we couldn't have done it without you. Description of study A University of Surrey researcher and 2 adults…
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CP - orthotics
Hi there My son who is almost 4, has cerebral palsy. His left leg is mainly impacted. He’s been referred to orthotics for a splint but this is taking a long time. Has anyone got experience of this and whether the splint helped, or whether anyone has gone private and what their experience has been, Many thanks
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Mother Heartbroken Over Parks Poor Accessibility.
A mum says she is "angry, upset and heartbroken" over the opening of a new play park that does not cater for her daughter's disabilities, despite it being described as an "accessible space." Rebecca said there "wasn't anything" her two-year-old daughter Hannah, who has cerebral palsy and is non-mobile, non-verbal and…
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Get involved in a new physiotherapy game!
We have an exciting opportunity! Please see below to get involved! Hello! We're Aaruni and Pranathi. We made Plia Therapy. It's a digital platform for children with neurological conditions like cerebral palsy. We use games and Augmented Reality to make exercises fun. Our AI personalises these exercises for each child. They…
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CP Sport's National Athletics and Activity Day!
With just over a week to go, we are so excited to see you all. We have 102 athletes competing this year! Plus, we have a host of other activities and sporting partners attending the day. If you haven't booked onto the free activities yet, please scan and book below or visit our website. With just over a week to go, we are…
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Hi, my name is carolynwillis! son having botox in wrist for the first time and not sure what expect
My son has cerebral palsy with a left hemiplegia . He is now 20 years old . He is starting a supported internship at his local college . His love in life is cricket playing ,watching and coaching .As his mother often joke that I'm his personal assistant but joking aside I do help with things such as PIP and universal…
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'I'm the voice for Wrexham fans with a disability'
Charlie Buckland Source from BBC News Behind the newfound glitz and glamour of Wrexham AFC, people like Kerry Evans have acted as a pillar throughout the transition. Previously not even a football fan, she now makes sure no-one gets left behind as the club's disability liaison officer, and is also familiar face on the…
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Dad with cerebral palsy shares parenting hacks
From BBC News Vic Minett BBC Radio CWR. Tanya Gupta BBC News, West Midlands A man who is living with cerebral palsy and has become a stay-at-home dad for his 11-month-old son has taken to social media to share "laughs, hacks and life". Danny Berney, 32, a former nursery worker from Leamington Spa, has been posting videos…
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Mounjaro
Suggested by a senior staff nurse I would benefit by going onto Mounjaro due to me being obese and being a diabetic. Clinician I spoke to gave me the impression I would not be able to. If this is the case, do I have any redress?
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Creative Pathways is back for 2025!
Creative Pathways is back!! In association with Scope and The Rosie Jones Foundation. 28 & 29 August @ Here East, London. FREE!!! We’re back with another amazing lineup of creative professionals to move and inspire you!! Including the incredible Rosie Jones! If you’re between 11-19 (secondary & above) and have cerebral…
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Welsh Disability Rights Plan Risks Failure
The Disabled People's Right Plan, aims to give people more rights across a range of areas in Wales. Key parts of the Welsh government's flagship plan to improve disabled people's rights need to be rewritten, according to the equalities watchdog. Read the story here: BBC Wales Disability Rights Plan
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Mild CP
My 2 year old has recently been diagnosed with mild CP. It causes her left arm and leg to be stiff but she can use them both. She has OT assessment tomorrow and physio assessment on Tuesday. She was born at 24 weeks and had 3 surgeries so far, so she’s already been through so much. Can anyone give me a sense of what’s to…
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🌟 Attention Parents of children with cerebral palsy! 🌟
You have asked, and we have provided! Join our session on Education, Health, and Care plans (EHCPs). Connect through our live Zoom session with SEND specialists IPSEA. They will share general advice about EHCPs. 📅 Thursday, 18 September ⏰ 11:30am until 1pm 🚨 Limited spaces available Very limited spaces available - book…
