Washington Cerebral Palsy Attorneys
Cerebral Palsy Treatment
Though there is no cure for cerebral palsy (CP), there are many treatments available to children and adults who suffer from this developmental disability. The treatment for CP depends on the severity and presentation of the Cerebral Palsy symptoms, which can vary widely from patient to patient, and treatments range from non-invasive to surgical and medicinal.
Therapeutic treatment for cerebral palsy patients is quite common and assists in the management of the disability while helping prevent future symptoms. Types of therapy include occupational therapy (focusing on independent living and life functions), speech therapy (focusing on better communication, mouth and jaw control, and eating), and physical therapy (focusing on movement, gait, strength, bone structure, and joint health).
Cerebral palsy patients who experience tremors or seizures are often prescribed drug treatments that focus on the patient's nervous system. The three most common drugs used in CP treatment are dantrolene, baclofen, and diazepam. However, dosages and specific drug combinations vary from patient to patient and are prescribed based on a number of physical factors. Side effects and effectiveness of drug intervention for CP vary.
Surgery is often considered the "last resort" for patients with cerebral palsy and is usually reserved for patients who have not shown improvement with therapeutic or drug intervention or a combination of both. CP surgery can help lengthen a patient's muscles and tendons, counteracting the disease's tendency to contract and tighten the body's muscles and inhibit movement.
Several experimental, alternative, and new treatments for CP are being researched, including hyperbaric oxygen treatment, yoga and massage, nutritional counseling, and biofeedback. However, effectiveness and application depends on the patient in question.
If your child suffers from cerebral palsy, you might be eligible to file a lawsuit on his or her behalf. Holding the doctor who caused your child's CP accountable is possible with the right legal team on your side. The Bernard Law Group focuses its entire legal practice on helping birthing injury victims and their families - and we've collected millions on behalf of patients like your child. Contact Washington Cerebral Palsy lawyers today to find out more about our legal services and whether you have a valid claim.
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