Question 1

my 30months old son was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. he srill can't walk but he's undergoing physical therapy. is there a chance for him to walk?

Accepted Answer

Yes: We like to see a child achieve head balance by 9 months, sit by 24 months and crawl by 30 months to indicate a chance of walking. Also depends on the level of involvement how functional the gait will be.

Question 2

i have an 8 year old with mild cerebral palsy, how long will she need physical therapy... she goes once a week right now and it's really helping.

Accepted Answer

SOME THOTS: Really glad this is helping, and would anticipate at some point in near future there would be a transition to an independent home program.  Might confer with the therapist and discuss goals, and anticipated outcomes.  Together design a template to address progress and newer approaches.  Typically, these days, insurance companies may provide some limitations, so check on this, but continue program.

Question 3

what is the best treatment for cerebral palsy?

Accepted Answer

No one knows: There are many treatments available, but what is best depends on the age, the severity of the cp, the cause of it, the impairments present.

Question 4

what's the treatment for cerebral palsy?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care: CP is a simple label for a complex collection of issues. The disorder of movement & posture is oft helped by physical & occupational therapy. Yet the child may also have vision, learning, communication, behavior & other pbs.A learned primary physician or CP clinic can coordinate the many added services needed for improved outcome.

Question 5

what is the best treatment for pancreatitis and cerebral palsy?

Accepted Answer

Find cause of panc: Cerebral palsy is not a cause of pancreatitis.  Some people with CP may have an underlying mitochondrial disorder which can also cause pancreatitis.  People with CP may be put on medications that can cause pancreatitis.  I would carefully at meds.  Also, should rule-out gallstones.

Question 6

spastic cerebral palsy, what will be the treatment?

Accepted Answer

Physical therapy: Cerebral palsy is a non progressive neurological problem caused by perinatal (around the time of birth ) brain damage lifelong pt and rehabilitation is sometimes indicated the cases vary in severity.

Question 7

would hyperbaric treatment help someone with cerebral palsy?

Accepted Answer

No: The injury that leads to CP has occurred & distroyed nerve pathways long before the symptoms become evident. Extra oxygen pushed by a hyperbaric chamber will not alter the process.

Question 8

2 years old child with cerebral palsy and myoclonic fit on depakin 50mg/kg/d and not response .what is the next step in treatment?

Accepted Answer

Possible change meds: Different antiepilepsy medications have different effects on different seizure types.

Question 9

my son 14 years is a case of cerebral palsy advise treatment or medicine to make life comfortable?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on how severe your child's symptoms are.In general physical, ocupational therapy could improve quality of life.Ancillary epuipment such as crutches, wheelchairs etx are rather useful.There are medications to assist with issues like drooling, behavioral intervention, skills training, counselling  and above  understanding and not placing a handicap on your child.Treat him respect/love.

Question 10

male, 27, cerebral palsy and blindness. has had rash on mostly upper body since approximately 2015, responses to acne body wash and fluoxetine for yeast abundance but it comes back approximately 2 weeks after treatment stops.

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: Sounds like it is time to consult a professional. Rashes are hard to judge without seeing them . PCP should be able to refer you to an approrpiate person.

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I have an 8 year old with mild cerebral palsy, how long will she need physical therapy... she goes once a week right now and it's really helping.

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What is the best treatment for cerebral palsy?

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What's the treatment for cerebral palsy?

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What is the best treatment for pancreatitis and cerebral palsy?

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Spastic cerebral palsy, what will be the treatment?

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Would hyperbaric treatment help someone with cerebral palsy?

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2 years old child with cerebral palsy and myoclonic fit on depakin 50mg/kg/d and not response .what is the next step in treatment?

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My son 14 years is a case of cerebral palsy advise treatment or medicine to make life comfortable?

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Male, 27, cerebral palsy and blindness. has had rash on mostly upper body since approximately 2015, responses to acne body wash and fluoxetine for yeast abundance but it comes back approximately 2 weeks after treatment stops.

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