Question
A nine-year-old boy has been diagnosed with pediatric cerebral palsy, specifically the torticollis type. How should treatment be approached?
Answer
The symptoms of pediatric cerebral palsy include gradually developing secondary changes such as joint contractures and spinal deformities, and may be accompanied by epilepsy, intellectual disability, sensory impairments, and behavioral disorders. Depending on the type of symptoms, pediatric cerebral palsy can be classified into multiple types. The spastic type is characterized by stiffness in the limbs, while the athetoid type manifests as involuntary, purposeless movements in the limbs and head. In treating the condition, appropriate measures should be taken based on the patient’s specific symptoms and type, such as physical therapy, medication, or surgical treatment, to improve the patient’s quality of life and functional status.