Physical Therapy Methods Used to Treat and Manage Cerebral PalsyPhysical Therapy is perhaps the most common treatment for cerebral palsy. PT is aimed at strengthening and stretching muscles and preventing spasticity as well as increasing muscle control.
The following methods have recently been developed as part of or in addition to tradition physical therapy. Used in all types of cerebral palsy. Feldenkrais Movement MethodA newer method of movement therapy that is practiced by some physical therapists that has a different approach than traditional PT. To learn more see feldenkrais. Used in all types of cerebral palsy. TES & TENS & other forms of EstemThreshold/Functional Electrical Stimulation, is used in addition to traditional treatment methods and may be used during therapy sessions or while the patient sleeps. Used primary in spastic cerebral palsy. May also be used in pain control. Hyperbaric Chamber Treatment |
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A case study of in a child with cerebral palsy (source AACPDM) HBO Treatment Centers-find one near you Additional HBO Links |
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The Adeli SuitUsed in Spastic Cerebral Palsy. Click here for what information (including a list of contraindications) I have about the new treatment for Spastic CP being developed in Poland using the Adeli suit. |
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New Method for use of treadmills in PT with patients who use walkers or wheelchairs being developed at UT Southwestern Medical School Dept. of Physical Therapy. Click here for details. ©
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