Cerebral Palsy Treatments

Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects hundreds of thousands of people in the United States. Many of those who suffer from this condition require lifelong medical care and treatment, the cost of which  can be as much as $1 million. If your child was born with cerebral palsy and you feel that it may have been the result of a medical mistake or medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation to help cover treatment costs and more.

Please contact Cline Farrell Christie Lee & Caress today for a FREE consultation with an experienced medical malpractice attorney who can help you understand your rights and options.

 

Common Treatments for Cerebral Palsy

While there is no known cure for cerebral palsy, numerous treatments are available to help alleviate the symptoms associated with the condition. Some of the more common cerebral palsy treatment options include:

  • Physical Therapy:  Helps to enhance muscle strength, improve motor functioning, and prevent contractures.  
  • Occupational Therapy: Involves the use of trained specialists to help patients improve communication skills, for instance, and teach them how to manage daily tasks such as getting dressed and brushing teeth.
  • Surgery: Used to treat the more severe symptoms associated with cerebral palsy, including permanently contracted muscles and/or acute spasticity.
  • Mechanical devices: Used to improve the everyday life of those who suffer from cerebral palsy. Walkers, specialized wheelchairs, custom tricycles, scooters, positioning devices, and other mechanical aids can all help to improve daily life.

Hippotherapy, dolphin therapy, and Botox are also gaining popularity for their abilities to help alleviate the suffering of individuals with cerebral palsy.  

 Legal Rights & Options

If your child suffers from cerebral palsy that you believe may have been caused by the negligence or malpractice of a healthcare professional, it is important to understand that you have legal rights and options. You may be able to seek compensation to cover your child’s medical expenses through a medical malpractice claim  Please contact one of the experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Cline Farrell Christie Lee & Caress for a free consultation.  We will be happy to evaluate your potential claim and advise you as to your legal rights and options.  We look forward to hearing from you and we welcome the opportunity to serve and assist you.