Question
A neighbor’s child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of four, showing symptoms of delayed intellectual development. The parents bring the child for acupuncture treatment every week but feel helpless about how to enhance the child’s intelligence and functional training. They inquire about how to provide appropriate training and assistance for children with cerebral palsy.
Answer
For the intelligence training and functional rehabilitation of children with cerebral palsy, the following methods can be adopted:
- Eye Training: Have the child lie down and place toys at the same height as the eyes, guiding the child to lift their head to look at the toy, gradually raising the toy higher.
- Upper Limb and Hand Function Training: Hold the child’s elbow on the outer side and hand, assisting in lifting the arms upwards and outward.
- Lower Limb Training: Perform exercises such as squatting, leg rotation, single-leg standing, knee extension, and foot arch stretching. It is recommended that parents seek guidance from professional medical personnel to develop individualized training plans to ensure that the child receives appropriate treatment and development.