Patient's question:
The baby is almost ready to start kindergarten, but up to now, she still walks unsteadily and falls over easily. Her movements are slow, her speech is unclear, and she doesn't smile much. Her gaze is vacant, and she has low intelligence. I am very worried. We took her to the hospital for a check-up, and she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Can children with cerebral palsy be cured?Doctor's answer:
The manifestations of cerebral palsy can be divided into several types.1. The phlegm type primarily manifests as stiffness in the limbs.
2. Involuntary movements involve the limbs and head, as well as involuntary movements of the hands and feet, and involuntary movements during purposeful actions, such as the appearance of "brown eyebrows" on the face, difficulties in speaking and swallowing, and frequent drooling.
3. The ataxic type is characterized by muscle weakness in the limbs, an inability to maintain balance, unsteady gait, and incomplete fine motor skills, such as those involving the fingertips and nose.
Cerebral palsy is difficult to cure. The rehabilitation methods for children include:
Prone position: Training on wedge pads and training beds can help lift the head and encourage hand support. Sitting in a cross-legged position, the therapist can crouch behind the child.