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World Cerebral Palsy Day is celebrated every year with a different theme and activity. There are 17 million people with CP worldwide. Check this website for more information about cerebral palsy, which is the most common physical disability that can occur in childhood.
One innovative take is the one-minute “All Ideas” videos and written ideas contributed by individuals from all over the world on ways to improve life for those living with CP. This website provides information on topics of: Public Awareness, Civil Rights, Medical / Therapeutic ideas, Quality of Life, Education, Making our contribution and many stories of Change from across the world to read.
If you or a loved one has CP, consider joining the SRALAB/Northwestern CP registry below. You can help push research forward by participating in clinical trials. Connect to the information below for more information.
SRALAB / Northwestern CP Registry: Initially enrolling children and adults with cerebral palsy in the Chicagoland area, the Cerebral Palsy Research Registry has been expanded to accommodate national participant registration as well as additional participating institution collaboration.
Contact:
Northwestern University Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences
645 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1100
Chicago, Illinois 60611 Phone: 312-503-3342
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