Question
My baby was born and rarely cries or fusses, has very little strength when drinking milk, often tilts her head back, has a dazed look, and grows slowly. At this age, she still can’t roll over or sit up. After going to the hospital for a check-up, we found out that the baby has cerebral palsy. How much does it cost to treat pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
Cerebral palsy refers to progressive brain damage caused by various reasons within one month after birth. Clinical manifestations include central motor impairment and postural abnormalities. The prevalence in China is approximately 2%; more than half of cerebral palsy patients may have intellectual disability, hearing, and language development disorders. Currently, the main treatment methods include functional training, the application of orthotics, surgery, and other auxiliary treatments. Early treatment can achieve better therapeutic effects. If a patient has cerebral palsy, it is recommended to seek treatment at regular top three hospitals. The cost of treatment is not accurate. Common techniques include positioning therapy, soft tissue stretching, muscle tension regulation, functional active activity training, muscle strength and endurance training, balance and coordination control, physical factor assist treatment (physical therapy), etc.