“Would physical therapy help my son?”

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“Would physical therapy help my son?”

My son has cerebral palsy, would he benefit from physical therapy. Would physical therapy help my son?

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**Dr. George L. Blum** Pediatrician Franklin, MI · Accepted Answer

Dr. George L. Blum Pediatrician Franklin, MI

Depends on what is involved with nerves and muscles. PT and some medicines can help pain and increase movement.

**Dr. Susan Lynn Robbins** Pediatrician Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Susan Lynn Robbins Pediatrician Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Usually PT is helpful with CP to keep from getting contractures so he will have better use of his extremities