Cerebral Palsy Treatment in Tamil Nadu
Cerebral palsy (CP) refers to a group of disorders that affect muscle movement and coordination. In many cases, vision, hearing, and sensation are also affected..
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What is Cerebral Palsy (CP)?
Cerebral palsy (CP) refers to a group of disorders that affect muscle movement and coordination. Vision, hearing and sensation may also be affected. CP is the most common motor disability in childhood, affecting 1.5 to 4 out of every 1,000 children worldwide.
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Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy
- Delay in rolling, sitting, crawling and walking
- Too stiff or too floppy muscles
- Speech delay and difficulty speaking
- Spasticity and exaggerated reflexes
- Tremors and involuntary movements
- Drooling and swallowing difficulty
- Seizures, intellectual disability or vision problems
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Causes of Cerebral Palsy
- Lack of oxygen during birth (Asphyxia)
- Abnormal brain development due to gene mutation
- Severe jaundice in newborn
- Maternal infections (German measles, herpes)
- Brain infections like meningitis or encephalitis
- Head injuries or brain bleeding
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Types of Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Cerebral Palsy
- Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy
- Hypotonic Cerebral Palsy
- Ataxic Cerebral Palsy
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
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Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy
Diagnosis methods include:
- EEG to check brain electrical activity
- MRI scan for brain abnormalities
- CT scan for brain damage
- Cranial ultrasound for infants
- Blood tests to rule out other conditions
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Associated Conditions
- Speech and communication problems
- Scoliosis, kyphosis and spinal deformities
- Osteoarthritis and contractures
- Incontinence and dental issues
- Poor bone density (osteopenia)
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Treatment Options for Cerebral Palsy
The goal of treatment is to improve mobility and prevent complications.
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Therapies & Medical Support
- Physical Therapy (Stretching, strengthening, positioning)
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Recreational Therapy
- Assistive aids: Wheelchairs, braces, hearing aids, eyeglasses
- Medications: Baclofen, Diazepam, Botox injections
- Surgery: Orthopedic surgery, Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR)