Cerebral palsy, also known as congenital cerebral palsy, is a common neurological problem in childhood. Cerebral palsy results from damage to the developing infant brain. Although different types are described, pediatric neurologists most often encounter spastic type cerebral palsy. Most children with cerebral palsy have a history of premature birth and incubation. Unfortunately, this ratio continues today. The fact that premature babies, who did not have much chance of surviving before, can now survive, also prevents their incidence from decreasing. Births before the 36th week of pregnancy, low birth weight (less than 2500 grams) and births with intervention are the factors that pose the highest risk for Cerebral Palsy. appears with. Disease-specific MRI findings, patient's history and examination findings are sufficient for the diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Epilepsy, muscle stiffness and mental problems are more common in children with cerebral palsy.
In the treatment of cerebral palsy, the symptoms caused by the disease can be alleviated, the child's independence level can be increased, and care can be facilitated. Treatment goals are different for each patient, and treatment options are also different. There are many treatment methods that can be applied in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy. The important thing is to determine and apply the most appropriate and necessary treatment options for your child at that time. Various drug treatments, exercise and physiotherapy methods, occupational therapy, orthotics can be applied. In addition, there are new treatment methods such as Compulsory Use Treatment, Body Weight Supported Walking Belt Training, Hippotherapy (Skip Therapy), Transcranial Direct Current therapy, restrictive splints, kinesio-taping. An experienced specialist should decide which treatments will be applied to your child at that time, and follow the developments in your child and make the necessary arrangements.
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