Question
My child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, and he is suffering from severe headaches and is unable to lift his head. I would like to take him for rehabilitation training and also want to know if there are any medication treatments available. How should rehabilitation training for cerebral palsy children be conducted?
Answer
Rehabilitation training for cerebral palsy children can begin even after the infant period. If the affected child cannot hold an adult’s neck and has poor trunk control, one hand can be used to hold the child’s shoulders and back, while the other hand holds the buttocks, placing the legs on the side of the waist. When the child can control his neck and trunk to some extent, parents can use one hand to keep the child’s buttocks in a sitting position, with legs spread apart on one side. In addition, other rehabilitation training methods should be carried out, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, etc. The rehabilitation process for cerebral palsy children is a long-term endeavor that requires patience and continuous effort. It is recommended to collaborate with doctors and rehabilitation therapists to develop an individualized rehabilitation plan to help maximize the child’s recovery of motor function and self-care abilities.