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Under what conditions is surgery recommended in a child with Cerebral Palsy(CP)?

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Surgery is recommended in a child with Cerebral Palsy(CP) when physical therapy yields no range of motion in the child. Surgery in a child with CP is only done after the age of 5. Surgery is preferably avoided in a younger child.

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What is Orthotics and how do I know if my child needs it?

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Orthotics are plastic or acrylic devices that are used to reduce permanent shortening and stiffness of muscles and tendons by maintaining a range of motion in the limbs.

DISCLAIMER: Please note that this guide is for information purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for safe management.

If you have questions about Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, or other intellectual disabilities, or have concerns about developmental delays in a child, the Nayi Disha team is here to help. For any questions or queries, please contact our FREE Helpline at 844-844-8996. You can call or what’s app us. Our counselors speak different languages including English, Hindi, Malayalam, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, and Bengali.

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