Question
A seven-month-old baby was found to have mild peripheral hydrocephalus through a CT scan, with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. The baby’s language ability is normal, but gross motor development is slower than that of same age children. How should treatment be conducted?
Answer
Children with cerebral palsy should be identified and treated as early as possible, as the earlier the rehabilitation begins, the better the outcome. The main goal of treatment is to improve abnormal posture and movement, and suppress abnormal reflexes. Treatment methods include hyperbaric oxygen therapy, bioelectric muscle strength therapy, and exercise correction training for abnormal posture. The recovery from cerebral palsy is a long-term process, and parents need to cooperate with professional training institutions to receive effective treatment. The importance of family rehabilitation cannot be overlooked. If, by four to six months after birth, the baby still has a tight grip on their hands or exhibits symptoms such as a fidgety gait or scissor gait,