Question
A three-year-old boy has delayed language and walking abilities compared to his peers and has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. What treatment methods are available for pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
The treatment for cerebral palsy includes acupuncture and massage therapy, targeting acupoints such as Baihui, Yin Tang, Taiyang, Fengchi in the head, and Jianshui, Quchi, Zuzi, Guhe in the upper limbs. For the lower limbs, the points involved are Huantiao, Yintong, Fuzhong, Yanglingquan, Zusanli, Taixi, Taichong, and Kunlun. For language disorders, additional points such as Jiami and Tianzhu can be used; for strabismus, the focus is on Quanxie and Yanming points. During the procedure, attention should be paid to the technical sequence, from the limbs to the head, with smooth movements to avoid muscle spasms. The treatment begins with friction and gradually transitions to squashing and rolling, progressing from the distal to the proximal limbs every 15 minutes. The treatment is performed once every other day, with a course lasting three months.