Drug Therapy and Surgery

Other therapy and treatment for cerebral palsy includes drugs to manage certain symptoms.  Seizures are fairly common for children with CP, so taking seizure medication might be necessary, as is medication for heartburn or relieving stiff muscles.  When muscle stiffness causes too much pain for walking and moving, orthopedic surgery can help.  Lengthening muscles that are too short through surgery helps with growth and gait.

A combination of therapy and treatment for cerebral palsy is likely necessary, and visits to therapists occur many times a week.  However, through continued treatment, children with CP can maximize their potential.