Most of the more than 17 million people in the world living with Cerebral Palsy (CP) are adults. However, research focuses largely on children. Changing this narrative is the perfect reason for all to join MyCP. Lending your voice to lifespan research will help balance the scale and provide answers!
By joining, you will:
- participate in studies and forums.
- be educated and no longer willing to accept the generic “because you have CP” as an answer.
- contribute to improved treatment options.
As with everyone, aging decreases our flexibility. The difference is that because muscle tightness (spasticity) is a major CP characteristic, we get a double dose. Given that, there’s an impact on our GFMCS level which makes the changes harder to accept.
Sharing your experiences will enlighten medical professionals. Letting them know that CP requires maintenance treatment to enable over 17 million (and increasing) to live their best lives.
