Question
A friend’s daughter has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy in the hospital and wants to know about the treatment methods available for pediatric cerebral palsy.
Answer
Treatment for pediatric cerebral palsy can be achieved by increasing joint mobility, regulating muscle tone, improving motor control, coordination, strength, and endurance to enhance motor function and self-care abilities. Common treatment techniques include: positioning therapy, soft tissue stretching, muscle tone regulation, functional active exercise training, muscle strength and endurance training, balance and coordination control, and physical therapy, among others. Is there anything I can assist you with?