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There is no cure for cerebral palsy. The goal of treatment is to help the person be as independent as possible. Treatment requires a team approach, including: A primary care doctor; A social worker; Nurses; Occupational, physical, and speech therapists; Other specialists. T...[read article]

Tests for Cerebral Palsy

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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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An electroencephalogram(EEG) is a test to detect problems in the electrical activity of the brain.Brain cells communicate with each other by producing tiny electric...  More
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Tuning forks, made of steel, aluminum, or magnesium-alloy will vibrate at a set frequency to produce a musical tone when struck. The vibrations produced can be used...  More
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The visual acuity test is used to determine the smallest letters a person can read on a standardized chart or card held 14 - 20 feet away.This test m...  More
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Depending on the study being done, you may need to lie on your stomach, back, or side.A cranial CT scan produces images from your upper neck to the top of your head...  More
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Medical Procedures for Cerebral Palsy

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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those suffering...  More
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Occupational therapy is a holistic, patient-centered, occupation-based approach to life skill development. This health profession helps people whose lives have been...  More
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The following organizations are good resources for information on hearing impairment or speech impairment: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - www.a...  More
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Orthotic Device Construction and Fitting
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Surgical Procedures for Cerebral Palsy

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Rhizotomy is the cutting of nerve roots as they enter the spinal cord.Rhizotomy(also called dorsal rhizotomy, selective dorsal rhizotomy, and selective posterior rh...  More
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Prescribed Medications for Cerebral Palsy

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BACLOFEN (BAK loe fen) helps relieve spasms and cramping of muscles. It may be used to treat symptoms of multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury. This medicine may...  More
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DIAZEPAM (dye AZ e pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and nervousness. It also can help treat alcohol withdrawal, relax muscles, and treat certai...  More
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CYCLOBENZAPRINE (sye kloe BEN za preen) is a muscle relaxer. It is used to treat muscle pain, spasms, and stiffness. This medicine may be used for other purposes; a...  More
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ONABOTULINUMTOXINA is a neuro-muscular blocker. It is used to treat moderate to severe frown lines on the face. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
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CLONAZEPAM (kloe NA ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat certain types of seizures. It is also used to treat panic disorder. This medicine may be used f...  More
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TIZANIDINE (tye ZAN i deen) helps to relieve muscle spasms. It may be used to help in the treatment of multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury. This medicine may ...  More
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DANTROLENE (DAN troe leen) helps to relieve spasms and stiffness of muscles in conditions such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, stroke, or injury to the spine...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Cerebral Palsy What's this?

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The practice of acupuncture originated in China 5,000 years ago. Today it is widely used throughout the world and is one of the main pillars of Chinese medicine. Th...  More
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