Patient's question:
A colleague's child has had infantile cerebral palsy for a long time. They have taken many medications without any effect, and the condition is now continuously worsening. The doctor has recommended that rehabilitation therapy be done in daily life. However, we don't know what the rehabilitation methods for infantile cerebral palsy are, and whether this will help improve the child's condition.Doctor's answer:
The purpose of treatment is to adopt various comprehensive treatment measures to correct abnormal movements and postures, reduce the degree of disability, and promote the normal development of children. The principles of treatment are early diagnosis, early intervention, and long-term rehabilitation. Specific treatment measures: 1. Rehabilitation therapy. To assess the functional impairments of cerebral palsy children's current abilities, develop training plans tailored to the child's characteristics, and provide training facilities. 2. Orthopedic surgery. Suitable for children with mature gait (6-10 years old). The main indication is spastic cerebral palsy in children. The goal is to correct deformities, improve muscle tone, and enhance limb balance. The surgery includes tendon surgery, neurosurgery, and bone and joint surgery. 3. Family education. 4. Medication.