Question
My nephew is 9 months old and has cerebral palsy. We are very worried. He has undergone many treatments in the hospital, but the results have not been good. The child has intellectual issues. How should rehabilitation training be conducted for children with cerebral palsy?
Answer
The treatment plan aims to maximize the child’s function, improve their quality of life, reduce joint deformities and soft tissue contractures, and try to delay or avoid surgery as much as possible. Common treatment methods include physical therapy, which increases joint mobility to improve joint function, regulates muscle tension, enhances motor control, coordination, strength, and endurance, as well as strengthens self-care abilities.