Patient's question:
My child has cerebral palsy, and he is currently being treated in the hospital. He is now in second grade, but his development is very poor. Can cerebral palsy really not be treated? His body is weak and limp, and his hands are tightly clenched. He can now stand on his toes, but he still cannot walk, and he cannot even stand up. What tests are needed for pediatric cerebral palsy?Doctor's answer:
Cerebral palsy examination, in addition to electroencephalography, head CT and MRI are basic tests to check for abnormalities in brain waves. Cerebral palsy usually refers to central motor disorders caused by abnormal brain development from non-progressive brain damage or various reasons from birth to one month after birth. Clinically, it is characterized by abnormal postures and muscle tone, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and ataxia. It is often accompanied by sensory, cognitive, communication, behavioral disorders, and secondary skeletal muscle abnormalities, and may also have seizures. The treatment of cerebral palsy includes two aspects: one is to treat the brain, and the other is to treat the disease. Since it is a sequelae, it usually does not rely on medication or surgery, but mainly on exercise. The brain is learning to move. Parents should try to teach their children to speak and interact.