2. Exercise and Stretching at Home
Patients who are dealing with the effects of cerebral palsy may experience problems with mobility. The cerebellum controls motor skills and movement, and the condition affects how the patient walks, with some experiencing paralysis below the waist.
However, patients can benefit from introducing light stretching and exercise to their routine. Exercising every day helps to keep the muscular system and ligaments supple, improving the range of motion in joints.
Unfortunately, managed care is expensive, and most patients do not have insurance coverage to see a physical therapist every day. However, patients that are not incapacitated by paralysis should consider starting a daily stretching and exercise routine in the morning that they can complete without assistance.
Stretching the legs, back, shoulders, and hips only take a few minutes each morning, and the results of the session extend into the day, enhancing the patient’s mobility. Parents of children with cerebral palsy can assist their kids with their morning stretching routine if a therapist is not available.