Question
Does baby hypoxia lead to cerebral palsy?
Answer
Hello, what we usually refer to as cerebral palsy is a non-progressive brain injury or brain developmental abnormality that occurs due to various reasons within the first month of birth. Clinically, it is characterized by abnormal posture and muscle tone, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and coordination disorders. It often accompanies sensory, cognitive, communication, and behavioral impairments, as well as secondary skeletal muscle abnormalities, and may be accompanied by seizures. By increasing joint mobility, adjusting muscle tone, improving motor control, coordination, strength, and endurance, it is possible to improve motor function and enhance self-care abilities. Common techniques include positional therapy, soft tissue stretching, muscle tone adjustment techniques, functional active exercise strengthening training, muscle strength and endurance training, balance and coordination control, and physical factor assistance treatment (physical therapy).