Patient's question:
My neighbor has a child who has been suffering from cerebral palsy since he was young. His parents have taken him to various places for treatment, but now his hands and feet are still not very flexible, and his speech is also unclear. The parents are very anxious. With his school starting soon, it's still not possible for him to go to school normally. I'd like to help them understand the situation better.Doctor's answer:
The symptoms of cerebral palsy are typically observed in infancy, often characterized by abnormal postures and a lack of motor development. Although the brain damage or abnormal brain development in children is non-progressive, it is accompanied by the repair and development of the brain. Treatment plans should aim to maximize the child's function and improve quality of life, minimize secondary joint deformities and soft tissue contractures, and delay or avoid surgery as much as possible.