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Cerebral Palsy Treatment in Houston, TX

Does your little one have delayed developmental milestones such as poor head control, and difficulty crawling and walking? Is your child not talking yet?  Our specialist doctors are providing treatment for cerebral palsy in babies using natural Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) at osteopathic healing hands. Visit today or book your appointment online.

OMT for Cerebral Palsy

Studies have shown:

  • OMT is effective in treating children with spastic cerebral palsy.

it is a neurological disorder that occurs in infants or early childhood and affects body movements, balance, posture, and muscle coordination. It is the result of damage to one or more parts of the brain that control movements. The disorder is most often present at birth, but the signs may not be detected until 3 years old.

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Cerebral palsy may be caused due to one or more factors which include fetal brain damage during pregnancy, birth injuries during delivery, brain damage in the early years of life, infections such as bacterial meningitis or viral encephalitis, head injury following an accident or fall, seizures, and child abuse.

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The early signs and symptoms of cerebral palsy include delayed developmental milestones (such as head control, rolling-over, sitting, crawling and walking), stiff or unusually relaxed muscles, slow and uncontrolled body movements, or delayed speech. With some cases, seizures may occur in the early years, drooling, and difficulty swallowing may be seen. Infantile reflexes such as sucking reflex and startle reflex, which usually disappears within 3-6 months, may persist for a longer time.

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The diagnosis of cerebral palsy is made based on a thorough history and physicial exam. Some of the tests your doctor may order include:

  • Blood and urine tests to check for any hormonal and metabolic conditions. DNA testing and chromosomal analysis may be done to rule out genetic disorders.
  • Imaging of the brain may be ordered in certain situations.
  • Other tests include electroencephalography (EEG) to detect seizures, and electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS) to rule out other muscle and nerve disorders.
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Treatment Cerebral Palsy in Houston

Treatment may include:

  • Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)
  • A rehabilitation program which includes physical therapy, use of special equipment such as walkers, positioning devices, and wheelchairs
  • Occupational therapy teaches physical skills needed to function independently in life such as eating, dressing, and teeth brushing.
  • Speech/language therapy to improve speech and overcome problems of communication.
  • Your doctor may prescribe medicines to reduce spastic movements and prevent seizures.

Prenatal care with regular checkups and avoiding smoking, alcohol, illicit drugs, and certain medications during pregnancy may help prevent it.

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Osteopath treatment for Cerebral Palsy

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Do you prescribe medication or perform surgery?

Osteopathic care at our Houston clinic focuses on non-pharmacological, hands-on approaches. While Dr. Banik is a licensed physician who understands when medication or surgery may be necessary, her clinic emphasizes natural techniques that may reduce reliance on prescriptions or invasive procedures.

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What can I expect at my first appointment?

The first visit is an hour long, during which I take an extensive history to understand your unique situation. Then the rest of the time is spent performing osteopathic manipulative treatment. It is best if you wear loose, comfortable clothing for your treatments. Follow-up visits are half an hour.

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What is osteopathic care?

Osteopathic medicine combines the knowledge of a fully licensed physician (DO) with hands-on techniques designed to ease discomfort and support the body’s natural ability to move and function. Many of our Houston patients describe feeling more mobile and energized after sessions.

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