Question
A patient girl, 28 weeks old. She was previously diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a third-tier hospital and has been undergoing rehabilitation therapy. Are there more effective treatment options that can help our baby?
Answer
Cerebral palsy occurs due to damage during the acute developmental stage of the brain, resulting in motor dysfunction. However, the brain of infants has a high degree of plasticity, making comprehensive treatment the most effective method. This includes medication, surgical treatment, rehabilitation therapy, and multidisciplinary treatments such as neural stem cell transplantation. Generally, treatment before the age of 3 years is most effective. Additionally, individualized treatment plans should be developed for each child.