Question

A close friend of mine is about to give birth, but during the prenatal examination, it was discovered that the child might have cerebral palsy, which the doctor said was caused by early medication. However, since the fetus is too large, an abortion is not possible, and the child will have to be born.

Answer

  1. Surgical Treatment: Once cerebral palsy manifests in abnormal posture and movement, especially when unable to stand or walk, surgical treatment is necessary. For children with spastic cerebral palsy, surgery may improve limb function. The principle of surgical treatment is to reduce spasms, restore and improve muscle strength balance, correct muscle, joint, or skeletal contractures, and create conditions for functional recovery. 2. Medication Treatment: Modern medicine generally does not recommend medication for the treatment of cerebral palsy. Medication can be used to treat accompanying symptoms and complications.