A member asked:

If a person has cerebral palsy, do they feel the affected part of their body?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jason Boyer answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Cerebral palsy is almost purely a motor issue, maning someone who has this condition has normal sensation, normal intelligence and very abnormal abilities to control muscles.

Answered 9/28/2016

5.7k views

Thank

Most often yes: The affected part of the cerebrum varies with cerebral palsy, most patients do feel the affected parts.

Answered 4/25/2016

5.6k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Can a person with cerebral palsy start to walk on their own with pt?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

A member asked:

How can cerebral palsy effect a person when it comes to playing sport?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers