MODERN APPROACHES TO THE MANAGEMENT OF MOTOR DISORDERS IN CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH CEREBRAL PALSY
Keywords:
Cerebral palsy, children, motor disorders, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, neuroplasticity, modern treatment approachesAbstract
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of non-progressive neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by persistent motor impairments resulting from early brain injury. Motor dysfunction remains the primary factor limiting functional independence and quality of life in affected children. Over recent decades, significant progress has been made in developing modern approaches aimed at improving motor function and reducing disability in children with cerebral palsy. This article reviews contemporary strategies for managing motor disorders in children with CP, including physiotherapy-based interventions, neurorehabilitation techniques, pharmacological treatment, orthopedic and neurosurgical approaches, and the use of assistive and digital technologies. Emphasis is placed on individualized, multidisciplinary, and neuroplasticity-oriented rehabilitation programs.
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