Question

The child’s movements have been uncoordinated since they were young. Now, they still can’t feed themselves and their actions seem uncoordinated, almost like a spasm.

Answer

Hello: The treatment for cerebral palsy primarily focuses on rehabilitation training. Depending on the child’s training progress, surgical intervention may be timely to create favorable conditions for rehabilitation. In terms of diet, it is important to enhance nutrition by choosing high-protein foods, as protein is the foundation of intellectual activities and is closely related to the brain’s memory and thinking. Milk, soy milk, eggs, yogurt, and meat are all rich in protein. It is recommended to consume foods rich in vitamins, as vitamin A can enhance the body’s resistance and promote brain development; vitamin B complex can improve various metabolic functions and increase appetite; vitamin D aids in the absorption and utilization of calcium.