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Children with CP exhibit a wide variety of symptoms, including:
  • Lack of muscle coordination when performing voluntary movements (ataxia)
  • Stiff or tight muscles and exaggerated reflexes (spasticity)
  • Weakness in one or more arm or leg.
  • Walking on the toes, a crouched gait, or a “scissored” gait.
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