Early Warning Signs of Hydrocephalus Doctors Sometimes Miss
For 28 days, my son had hydrocephalus and no doctor caught it. Here are the warning signs — including the subtle ones — that every parent and caregiver should know.
Hydrocephalus
Articles about hydrocephalus — causes, symptoms, treatment, recovery and living with a VP shunt.
Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV): Research and Outcomes
What does research say about ETV as an alternative to VP shunts for hydrocephalus treatment, and who benefits most?
Hydrocephalus and Epilepsy: Understanding the Research Connection
What does research say about why epilepsy is common after hydrocephalus, and what treatment approaches are being studied?
VP Shunt Longevity: What Research Tells Families
A plain-language summary of what current research says about how long VP shunts last, and what caregivers should watch for.
Brain Plasticity After Hydrocephalus: What the Science Gives Us Hope
Current research on neuroplasticity and what it means for the long-term recovery potential of children with hydrocephalus.
Visual Tracking Exercises for Hydrocephalus Recovery
Eye-tracking and visual processing exercises to support recovery from the vision effects of hydrocephalus and brain pressure.
Memory and Cognitive Exercises to Support Brain Recovery
Evidence-informed cognitive exercises to support memory, attention, and thinking skills after hydrocephalus or brain infection.
Speech and Language Exercises After Brain Infection in Children
Gentle, home-friendly exercises to support speech and language recovery after meningitis, encephalitis, or hydrocephalus.
Balance and Walking Exercises for Children After Shunt Surgery
Practical balance and gait exercises to support recovery after VP shunt surgery or hydrocephalus treatment in children.
Hand and Grip Strengthening Exercises After Brain Injury
Simple, safe exercises to help rebuild hand strength and fine motor control after hydrocephalus or brain surgery.