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Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPNeurosurgery and Physiatry - Their role on the team to treat CP at Gillette Specialty Healthcare.Are you interested in neurosurgical interventions for cerebral palsy or have you considered consulting with a physiatrist for care for your child? Listen up to learn more! In Episode 10 of "Let's Talk CP" host, Jen Lyman, talks with physiatrist, Dr. Debbie Song and neurosurgeon, Dr. Marcie Ward, from Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare about interventions neurosurgeons and physiatrists use to treat the symptoms of cerebral palsy, including baclofen pumps and selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR). They also discuss how this team works together with families in their approach to treatment and interventions at Gillette Specialty Healthcare, to focus on...2022-05-1743 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPMeet the Gait Lab Experts and Orthopedic Surgeons from Gillette Specialty HealthcareHave you wondered if gait analysis might be helpful for you or your child or how gait patterns develop in someone with cerebral palsy across the lifespan? Let's Talk CP host, Cynthia Frisina talks with Dr. Tom Novachek and Dr. Andrew Georgiadis from Gillette Children's Speciality Healthcare about gait, gait analysis, and what makes Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare such a special place in this new 2022 episode of "Let's Talk CP." Gillette Speciality Healthcare in Saint Paul Minnesota is one of the world’s top cerebral palsy centers, home to leading specialists in treatments for cerebral palsy, including orthopedi...2022-02-0749 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPGrowing up Kutcher - Part Two Michael Kutcher Talks about his Life with Cerebral Palsy... Growing up, Family Dynamics & Much More! Don't miss Part Two of this very special episode series, when CPF podcast host Cynthia Frisina dives deeper with Michael Kutcher into his life growing up in Iowa with cerebral palsy, his "coming of age" and life as the twin brother of actor Christopher "Ashton" Kutcher. Throughout his childhood, Michael worked to overcome issues with eyesight, speech, and motor skill development. Unfortunately Michael’s uphill battle was only getting started. Diagnosed with heart failure at age 13, Michael was once again faced with an unthinkable challenge of survival. After being given a life expectancy of just three to...2021-05-1834 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPCracking the Cerebral Palsy Genetic Code Part Two with Dr. Michael Kruer, Physician Scientist at Phoenix Children's HospitalAre you interested in learning more about possible genetic causes of Cerebral Palsy? Let's Talk CP host, Cynthia Frisina talks with Dr. Michael Kruer about this topic and his ground-breaking research in part two of a fascinating discussion about the possible genetic causes of CP and new research. When Michael Kruer was in medical school, he knew he wanted to work with children. With advancements in gene therapy opening up incredible opportunities in neuroscience, he realized he could be a part of something much bigger than himself and give children affected by movement disorders like...2021-05-1731 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPGrowing up Kutcher. Michael Kutcher on Life with Cerebral Palsy Part One and so much more!Growing up Kutcher. Michael Kutcher on Life with Cerebral Palsy Part One From the moment of birth, Michael Kutcher has overcome challenges and conquered obstacles that most people never experience. Born February 7th, 1978 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa as the unexpected twin brother of actor Christopher “Ashton” Kutcher. By age three, Michael was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. Throughout his childhood, Michael worked to overcome issues with eyesight, speech, and motor skill development. Unfortunately Michael’s uphill battle was only getting started. Diagnosed with heart failure at age 13, Michael was once again faced with an unthinkable challenge of sur...2021-04-0844 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPWhat is Genetic Counseling and How Can it Help Your Family? If you're interested in learning more about what is involved with genetic testing and how a visit with a genetic counselor might be helpful, join Cynthia Frisina, the host of Let's Talk CP, as she dives deep with licensed genetic counselor, Danielle Lemke and they talk about what genetic counseling really is, how it can help and what it might be used for as it relates to potential genetic causes of cerebral palsy. Danielle explains how some of the genetic causes of cerebral palsy can be identified through genetic counseling and how a family might qualify for no c...2021-04-0725 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPCracking the Cerebral Palsy Genetic Code with Dr. Michael Kruer, Physician Scientist at Phoenix Children's HospitalCan there be a genetic cause of Cerebral Palsy in some cases? Let's Talk CP host, Cynthia Frisina talks with Dr. Michael Kruer about this topic and his ground-breaking research in Part 1 of a two-part discussion about the possible genetic causes of CP. When Michael Kruer was in medical school, he knew he wanted to work with children. With advancements in gene therapy opening up incredible opportunities in neuroscience, he realized he could be a part of something much bigger than himself and give children affected by movement disorders like cerebral palsy hope that didn’t seem po...2021-04-0716 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPPediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Hank Chambers Shares Advice & More for Parents of Kids with Cerebral PalsyWondering what to expect if your child has an appointment with a pediatric orthopedic surgeon? Still confused about the different types and levels of cerebral palsy? Cerebral Palsy Foundation host, Cynthia Frisina talks in depth with pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Hank Chambers, who is also the father of an adult son with CP, about different considerations for different ages and stages of a child with cerebral palsy. Dr. Hank Chambers is refreshingly compassionate and informative with great insight for families. Calls-to-Action: Don’t forget to visit www.cpresource.org and subscribe to our e-ne...2020-08-0430 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPWhat Should You Expect at Your Child’s Medical Appointment with Dr. Lisa ThorntonPreparing yourself and your child well for medical appointments means a better experience for everyone. Our “Let’s Talk CP” podcast series continues Cerebral Palsy Foundation host, Cynthia Frisina talking with Physiatrist Dr. Lisa Thornton about cerebral palsy, spasticity and what to expect at many kinds of medical appointments. Questions include what to expect when procedures like botulinum toxin injections are recommended, how to talk with a clinician when “little ears” are listening, and much more. Calls-to-Action: Don’t forget to visit www.cpresource.org and subscribe to our e-newsletter for all the latest updates. S...2020-07-2833 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPIntroduction of Let’s Talk CP. What Questions Should You Be Asking Your Child’s Clinician?Introduction of Let’s Talk CP. What Questions Should You Be Asking Your Child’s Clinician? Episode summary and introduction: Our “Let’s Talk CP” podcast series kicks off with a great conversation about what questions to ask your child’s clinician when your child has cerebral palsy. How should you prepare for a medical appointment? What questions should you ask? Should you get a second opinion? Join Cerebral Palsy Foundation host, Cynthia Frisina as she shares candid talk, lessons learned and great advice with fellow moms, Wendy Sullivan and Jennifer Lyman...2020-07-2136 min

Let’s Talk CP

Let’s Talk CPIntroduction of Let’s Talk CP. What Questions Should You Be Asking Your Child’s Clinician?Introduction of Let’s Talk CP.What Questions Should You Be Asking Your Child’s Clinician?Episode summary and introduction:Our “Let’s Talk CP” podcast series kicks off with a great conversation about what questions to ask your child’s clinician when your child has cerebral palsy.How should you prepare for a medical appointment?What questions should you ask?Should you get a second opinion?Join Cerebral Palsy Foundation host, Cynthia Frisina as she shares candid talk, lessons learned and great advice with fellow moms, Wendy Sullivan and Jennifer Lyman...2020-07-2136 min