“YES” there is an association between prematurity and skeletal problems, in the form of cerebral palsy. A premature birth is one that occurs before the start of the 37th week of pregnancy.

WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PREMATURITY AND CEREBRAL PALSY?

Premature birth is a known risk factor for cerebral palsy. Occurs mainly due to reduced oxygenation to the brain(cerebrum) leading to movement disorders.