Cerebral Palsy

What Is Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of neurological disorders that affect movement, muscle tone, and posture. It is typically caused by damage to the developing brain, either during pregnancy, birth, or shortly thereafter. Each person with cerebral palsy is unique—some may have mild motor challenges, while others experience more significant physical and developmental differences.

How Cerebral Palsy May Impact Daily Life

Living with CP can present a range of challenges depending on the type and severity. These may include:

✔ Muscle stiffness or floppiness
✔ Difficulty with coordination and balance
✔ Delays in speech or communication
✔ Challenges with fine or gross motor skills
✔ Fatigue due to increased effort needed for movement
✔ Emotional frustration or social difficulties

Parents often encounter therapies focused on correcting deficits. At MoveAbilities®, we take a different approach—starting with the child’s strengths and providing the brain with the information it needs to create new possibilities.

How MoveAbilities® Can Help

MoveAbilities® uses the Anat Baniel Method NeuroMovement® to engage the brain’s natural capacity for change. This brain-based learning method utilizes movement and attention to provide the right conditions for growth and integration.

Through tailored lessons, children with cerebral palsy often experience:

✔ Improved physical and emotional flexibility
✔ Increased coordination and motor control
✔ Clearer speech and communication
✔ Enhanced body awareness and self-confidence
✔ Greater independence in daily activities

By helping the brain perceive differences and create new neural connections, we open doors to greater ease, creativity, and developmental breakthroughs.