August 17-18, 2022
Sponsor/Co-Sponsor(s)
National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research (NCMRR), NICHD; National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Location
Zoom webinar; registration is free but required
Purpose
Cerebral palsy, the most common cause of childhood disability, begins with atypical neurodevelopment or prenatal/perinatal injury to the parts of the brain involved in controlling movement. Delays in diagnosis slow timely delivery of therapeutic interventions early in life, the period in which treatment may be most effective. Even with advances that allow earlier diagnosis of cerebral palsy, treatment options remain limited.
To help address these challenges facing patients, clinicians, and researchers, NCMRR and NINDS held two prior workshops that informed the development of a Strategic Plan for Cerebral Palsy Research. Published in 2017, this 5- to 10-year plan serves as a guide for research into the areas of greatest need in cerebral palsy. Some areas include understanding etiology and pathophysiology, improving diagnosis, identifying potential therapeutic interventions, developing potential prevention strategies, and improving quality of life in children with cerebral palsy and across the lifespan.
This workshop will provide a forum for researchers, clinicians, and people with or families affected by cerebral palsy to share updates on research progress and new research and intervention opportunities since the publication of the strategic plan.
Individuals who need reasonable accommodations to participate in this activity should contact Sherri Greenwood at sherri.greenwood@roseliassociates.com or 240-552-9772 at least 5 days in advance.
More Information
Contact
For registration-related questions:
Damon Kane
Email: damon.kane@roseliassociates.com
Sherri Greenwood
Email: sherri.greenwood@roseliassociates.com
For webinar-related questions:
Dr. Theresa Cruz, NCMRR, NICHD
Phone: 301-496-9233
Email: cruzth@mail.nih.gov
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