Question

A one-year-old child is experiencing abnormal crying and has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy after hospital examination. The parents are seeking non-pharmaceutical treatment methods, especially massage therapy, to avoid surgical risks.

Answer

Massage and tui na (form of Chinese manual therapy) therapy play a significant role in the treatment of cerebral palsy in children, being a core part of meridian regulation and also one of the main rehabilitation methods. The proficiency of massage and tui na (form of Chinese manual therapy) techniques directly affects the treatment outcome and is a key factor in treatment success. Since children have delicate skin, smaller limbs, and are not easy to cooperate, skilled techniques not only require well-trained hand movements but also need to be stable and strong, gentle yet firm, heavy yet not sticky, achieving a balance between softness and strength. Moreover, the application of hand gestures cannot be overlooked, as it can affect the operation’s effectiveness.