Question
Dear doctor, a male child who was unable to support his head on his own and did not laugh, and did not respond to sounds at six months old, has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The child is now 1.5 years old, walks on his toes, and cannot walk properly. How should this be handled?
Answer
It is suggested that you take the child to the hospital for a detailed examination. Although cerebral palsy in children cannot be completely cured, given the child’s young age, there is still a chance for improvement in self-care abilities through active treatment. You can consider arranging acupuncture therapy for the child and proceeding under the guidance of a doctor. At the same time, in addition to oral medication treatment, parents should pay attention to providing the child with adequate nutrition and encourage them to engage in appropriate physical activities.