spastic hemiplegia

Full Definition

Spastic hemiplegia is a subtype of cerebral palsy that affects muscle tone and movement on one side of the body, typically with the arm more severely affected than the leg. The condition results from brain injury to the motor cortex, often occurring before, during, or shortly after birth. Children with spastic hemiplegia may develop compensatory movement patterns and may benefit from early intervention to prevent contractures and optimize functional outcomes.

In Context

• "The child presents with left spastic hemiplegia and demonstrates asymmetrical reaching patterns." — clinical assessment report
• "Early constraint-induced movement therapy is recommended for children with spastic hemiplegia." — treatment recommendation