Question
My best friend had a baby, but the child is a cerebral palsy patient who can’t suckle milk. Now, three days after birth, the baby is fed with a spoon. Is there a possibility of treatment?
Answer
Cerebral palsy is characterized by delayed motor development, significantly lagging behind same age children. It is usually discovered when the child struggles with lifting their head, turning over, or sitting up. The limbs of the affected children are rarely active, especially the lower limbs, often presenting with hemiplegia, bilateral paralysis, or quadriplegia. Due to difficulties in autonomous movement, the child’s movements are rigid and uncoordinated, often resulting in abnormal movement patterns. Based on the principle of correctable abnormalities in motor posture, various biomechanical methods can be used for treatment. It is recommended to follow medical instructions for treatment.