Question
A colleague’s child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and is several years old but still cannot walk or talk. Although various treatment methods have been tried, the results seem unsatisfactory, and the family is quite despondent. In this situation, how should one seek effective treatment avenues?
Answer
Cerebral palsy is a non-progressive neuromotor disorder caused by brain damage or developmental abnormalities due to various reasons within the period from before birth to one month after birth. Clinical manifestations include abnormal posture, muscle tone abnormalities, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and coordination disorders. These are often accompanied by sensory, cognitive, communication, behavioral impairments, and secondary skeletal muscle abnormalities, and may also include seizures. For the treatment of cerebral palsy, it is recommended to visit a regular hospital and seek guidance from a professional doctor to develop an appropriate treatment plan based on the child’s specific condition.