Question
Is acupuncture and massage therapy effective for pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
Acupuncture and massage therapy primarily work by stimulating specific points on the body to elicit a stress response, thereby regulating the body’s meridians and preventing or treating various diseases. For pediatric cerebral palsy, acupuncture and massage therapy can play a certain role in auxiliary treatment. However, due to the complexity of pediatric cerebral palsy, relying solely on acupuncture and massage therapy may be difficult to alleviate the condition. It is recommended that patients seek treatment from professional medical institutions and combine acupuncture and massage therapy with comprehensive treatment.