Rehab for a child with cerebral palsy
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These are regular sessions that help a child move, sit, walk, and care for themselves better. Doctors, instructors, and parents all take part.
For children with cerebral palsy, from an early age and throughout growth.
⏱ Duration: a session usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, and courses are repeated many times
Be sure to tell your doctor
How to prepare
- Goals. Think about what matters most to your child now: sitting, walking, holding a spoon. Tell the specialist.
- Clothing. Comfortable clothes in which movements can be seen. Bring braces and shoes.
- Routine. Plan the session for when your child is rested and not hungry.
What to bring
- Discharge papers and doctors' reports
- Braces and shoes
- Water and a snack
- A favorite toy
How it goes
- The specialist meets your child and watches how they move
- Together with you, goals are set for the coming months
- Exercises are done through play
- Braces, supports, and mobility aids are chosen
- You are shown what to do with your child at home
- Progress is checked regularly
What you'll feel
- Your child may get tired or fussy, which is normal
- Muscle stretching can be unpleasant, and the specialist adjusts the force
- Progress comes gradually, sometimes slowly
Afterwards
- Practice at home every day, which is just as important as the sessions at the center
- Wear braces on the schedule you were given
- Praise your child for every new skill
Contact a doctor straight away if
- A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, or your child does not come round: call emergency services
- Sudden joint pain, or your child stopped putting weight on a leg
- Redness or sores from braces
Common questions
Can cerebral palsy be cured?
It does not go away completely. But sessions help a child become more independent.
How long do we need to practice?
Regularly and for a long time, for years. A little every day is better than a lot rarely.