Physiotherapy

Spastic CP – Meaning Spastic Cerebral Palsy (Spastic CP) is the most common type of cerebral palsy, where muscle tone is abnormally high (spasticity) due to damage in the motor areas of the brain. ⸻ What “Spastic” Means • Spastic = stiff, tight muscles • Muscles resist stretching • Movements are difficult, slow, and awkward ⸻ Why It Happens • Injury or abnormal development of the motor cortex -corticospinal tract • Occurs before birth, during birth, or early infancy • Brain injury is non-progressive (does not worsen over time) ⸻ Key Features of Spastic CP • Muscle stiffness (especially in arms or legs) • Limited joint movement • Scissoring of legs • Toe walking • Poor balance and coordination • Exaggerated reflexes • Muscle weakness along with tightness ⸻ Types of Spastic CP (Based on Body Parts Affected) • Spastic Diplegia – both legs mainly affected (most common) • Spastic Hemiplegia – one side of the body affected • Spastic Quadriplegia – all four limbs affected (most severe) ⸻ Functional Impact • Difficulty in walking, sitting, standing • Fine motor skill challenges • Speech and feeding may be affected (in severe cases) ⸻