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What is the treatment for Cerebral Palsy?
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ďƒź While therapy and adaptive equipment z are the primary treatment protocol for Cerebral Palsy, an individual may also require drug therapy and surgical interventions. Some families, with caution and physician guidance, turn to complementary and alternative medicine for additional assistance. ďƒź Although each medical specialist may have specific care goals related to their specialty and the individual’s unique condition, the overriding treatment goal for those with Cerebral Palsy is to:
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Optimize mobility Manage primary conditions Control pain Prevent and manage complications, associative conditions and co-mitigating factors Maximize independence Enhance social and peer interactions Foster self-care Optimize ability to communicate Maximize learning potential Provide quality of life
z Complementary and Alternative Treatment Options:
Complementary and alternative medicine is another option that many parents opt for to approach treatment in a more holistic, natural way. The most common types of CAM treatments for cerebral palsy patients include:
Energy Therapy: Energy therapy entails manipulating the child’s energy fields in an attempt to promote well-being.
Movement Therapy: Movement therapy z body movements that help teaches promote spiritual, physical emotional, and mental balance. Mind and Body Techniques: Mind and body techniques include massage, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, guided meditations, guided imagery, yoga, breathing exercise, and more.
Aqua Therapy: Aqua therapy (also known as aquatic or water therapy) promotes physical function and control, muscle tone improvement, well-being, confidence, independence, and more.
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