What is a Geniospasm? Geniospasm is a rare movement disorder that causes episodes of involuntary tremors of the chin and lower lip. The tremors can be mild or severe and may last from a few seconds to hours. They can occur spontaneously or be triggered by stress, excitement, or fatigue. Geniospasm usually begins in childhood…
Introduction A kind of aphasia called expressive aphasia, commonly referred to as Broca’s aphasia, is characterized by a partial loss of the capacity to create language (spoken, physical, or written), however understanding typically remains unaffected. An individual with expressive aphasia will speak with effort. Speech often includes key content terms but omits function words, such…
What is a Flat Head Syndrome? Flat head syndrome, also known as positional plagiocephaly, is one of several forms of skull deformations that fall under the general name “plagiocephaly.” If your infant has flat head syndrome, its head will be malformed or develop a flat patch, making it appear like a parallelogram from above. When…
What is developmental delay? Developmental delay refers to a situation where a child does not reach their expected developmental milestones within the typical age range. These milestones encompass a variety of tasks that most children commonly acquire as they grow, including skills such as head control, rolling, crawling, walking, and talking. Child development is a…
What is Sotos Syndrome? Sotos syndrome, also known as cerebral gigantism, is a rare genetic disorder resulting from a mutation in the NSD1 gene located on chromosome 5. This condition is characterized by excessive physical growth during the early years of life, with affected children typically being larger at birth and exhibiting above-average height, weight,…
What is Chiari Malformation? Chiari malformation (pronounced kee-AH-ree mal-for-MAY-shun) is a medical condition characterized by the displacement of brain tissue into the spinal canal. This condition arises when a portion of the skull is misshapen or smaller than usual, causing pressure on the brain and its downward displacement. Although Chiari malformation is relatively uncommon, the…
What is a Anterocollis (AC)? Anterocollis (AC) is a medical term used to describe a specific type of dystonia characterized by involuntary forward flexion of the neck and head. When compared to anterocaput, anterocollis can be distinguished by the abnormal angle between the thoracic and cervical spines or between the skull base and vertebrum-1. There…
What is Macrocephaly? The term “macrocephaly” refers to an enlarged head size. If your infant has macrocephaly, it means their head circumference, measured around the widest part of their head, is significantly larger than that of other children of the same age and sex. Technically, their head circumference falls above the 97th percentile, indicating that…
Introduction Spastic diplegia, also known as spastic bilateral cerebral palsy, is a neurological condition that primarily affects motor function and muscle control in individuals. This condition is characterized by increased muscle tone, stiffness, and difficulty with coordinated movements, particularly in the legs. Spastic diplegia is caused by damage or abnormalities in the developing brain, typically…
Brief overview of Paralysis and its impact on individuals’ lives Paralysis is a medical condition that strips individuals of their ability to move and control specific parts of their bodies. It occurs when the connection between the brain and muscles is disrupted due to various factors, such as spinal cord injuries, strokes, nerve damage, or…
