Cerebral palsy characterized by increased muscle tone, stiff movements, and awkward movements, is known as the ____ type.

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Spastic cerebral palsy is characterized by increased muscle tone, stiff movements, and awkward movements. This is due to damage to the motor cortex or brainstem. Athetoid cerebral palsy is characterized by uncontrolled, involuntary movements, whereas ataxic cerebral palsy is characterized by lack of coordination and balance. Mixed cerebral palsy involves a combination of two or more types.

Cerebral Palsy Characterized by Increased Muscle Tone, Stiff Movements, and Awkward