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Botox can be very helpful for a child who has spastic cerebral palsy. Botox (botulinum toxin) is a medication that can be injected directly into spastic muscles to reduce high tone (tightness) in that particular muscle. The dose is varied depending on the muscle being treated and how severe the tightness is. Botox Injections for Cerebral…
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a non-progressive, neurological condition that often causes physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, epilepsy, and other complex health issues. While there’s no cure for cerebral palsy, medication can help alleviate many of the side effects. Medicines are commonly prescribed in order to control seizures, spasticity, and pain; however, because each case of cerebral…
Yoga and bodywork provide significant benefits for children with cerebral palsy. Both forms of therapeutic exercise can help improve muscle tone, flexibility, strength, coordination, and more. Therapy for Cerebral Palsy: Bodywork Many people with cerebral palsy choose to supplement traditional forms of therapy with bodywork. Some popular forms of bodywork include the following: Rolfing: Rolfing…
A surgical procedure known as selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) can help improve the challenges and negative side effects of cerebral palsy. When a child has a selective dorsal rhizotomy, nerves that lead to and from spastic muscles in the legs are carefully tested by medical staff. The nerve branches that are abnormal are cut by the surgeon. The…
The Ketogenic Diet, Epilepsy, Seizures, and Cerebral Palsy It is common for children with cerebral palsy to have seizure disorders or epilepsy. The ketogenic diet is a precisely prescribed diet that is used to help control seizures in children with intractable epilepsy. The diet is very high in fat and low in sugar and carbohydrates….
A femoral osteotomy is a surgical correction done on many children with subluxation or dislocation of the hips due to cerebral palsy. Subluxation is when the ball of the hip slowly pulls out of its position in the socket. Dislocation is when the ball completely comes out of the socket. This procedure may also be called…
Children with cerebral palsy may develop a problem called hip subluxation, in which the hip becomes partially dislocated. To alleviate pain, improve function, and prevent full dislocation, physicians may recommend a procedure in which muscles and tendons in the leg are “released,” or lengthened. What Is Hip Subluxation? When a hip is subluxed, that means…
Stem cells, which are taken from umbilical cord blood, have shown promise in helping children with cerebral palsy. Animal models are proving that stem cells have the incredible ability to restore damaged tissues and organs to a healthy state, with very few side effects. Unfortunately, the therapy is still in its infancy, and it will likely…
Therapeutic Electrical Stimulation (TES) is a fairly new therapy for children with cerebral palsy (CP). It is a therapeutic process through which electrical impulses cause muscle contractions and help build muscle bulk. Neurostimulation vs. Therapeutic Electrical Stimulation (TES) Therapy Neurostimulation cannot be used in children because of discomfort and the risk of damage to growing…
Occupational therapy is a critical part of any cerebral palsy treatment program. The goal of occupational therapy is to promote a patient’s ability to perform daily activities in a way that will enhance quality of life and increase independent living skills. During an occupational therapy session, the therapist will guide the patient in adapting, compensating for their limitations,…
