Question
The child is four years old and has unclear speech! Poor understanding! Speech is not clear! Sometimes it’s hard to understand what’s being said! Mildly delayed intellectually, there are no issues with the oral cavity. Which department of a children’s hospital should I visit?
Answer
The symptoms of cerebral palsy vary depending on the type, with common symptoms in children including abnormal physical development, such as being short and thin; abnormal posture, with the child having various abnormal postures and poor posture stability; and motor disorders, where the child’s ability to move is poor, and many simple actions cannot be completed. It is recommended that family members face the problem realistically, persist in scientific treatment, be patient and loving towards the child, and maintain confidence in rehabilitation. If possible, the child should be sent to a regular rehabilitation center for comprehensive training. Common methods include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy,including hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, phototherapy, education (including special education, guidance education, cognitive education), and orthotic devices.