CP stands for cerebral palsy, which is a group of disorders that affect a persons ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood, and it is caused by abnormal development of the brain or damage to the developing brain that affects a childs ability to control their muscles. CP is typically diagnosed during the first or second year after birth, and symptoms can range from mild difficulty walking to severe lifelong care. There is no cure for CP, but treatment can improve the lives of those who have the condition. Common treatments include medicines, surgery, braces, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy.