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WHY SPORTS IS IMPORTANT FOR has several advantages that go beyond improving one’s
PERSONS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY physical health, including preventing the condition from
getting worse.
“For persons with cerebral palsy
engaging in sports promotes physical Kavita told the tale of a quadriplegic athlete, for instance,
health, psychological well-being, who relished sports and regained her mobility after
motivation, and sometimes financial first concentrating on her studies and eventually
benefits while inspiring others.” finding herself in a wheelchair. This metamorphosis
Ms Kavita Suresh
General Secretary, Cerebral Palsy Sports demonstrates the significant influence sports have on
Federation of India (CPSFI) both mental and physical health.

Prominent cerebral palsy (CP) advocate Kavita Ms Kavita Suresh gave a brief introduction of CPSFI. The
Suresh gave insightful remarks about Cerebral palsy Indian Ministry of Sports has recognized the CPSFI as an
and how sports might help individuals who have it live entity. It attempts to provide chances for those with CP
better lives. to participate in sports, which can result in better health,
heightened motivation, and even financial gains due to
She explained that brain damage sustained during possible recognition and success in sports.
pregnancy, childbirth, or soon after birth results in
cerebral palsy, a physical handicap. Lifelong difficulties The federation organizes organized leagues and
with balance, muscular tone, and movement are caused competitions, giving athletes with cerebral palsy a
by this disorder. chance to succeed and motivate others.

Cerebral palsy affects between 1.3 and 1.4 crore persons After considering Kavita Suresh’s observations, Rishabh
in India or roughly 1% of the total population. Because of Gulati inquired about her path to forming the CPSFI.
advancements in medical science that sometimes allow He talked about how important it is to comprehend
premature newborns to survive but occasionally result cerebral palsy and how athletics can help manage
in CP, it is anticipated that this percentage will increase. the illness. Additionally, he asked about the CPSFI’s
specialized initiatives, such as event planning and athlete
To preserve and enhance their mobility, people with CP opportunities.
must engage in regular physical activity. Playing sports

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