Cerebral Palsy and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a devastating motor disability in childhood, This tragic disorder affects movement, posture and other motor skills and may result in the need for life-long care. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has been shown to ameliorate the effects of CP. Many forms of CP result from a lack of oxygen to the brain at birth. The affected brain tissue, or penumbra, can be recovered or improved by introducing increased levels of oxygen. HBOT has been shown to be a promising treatment with multiple studies reporting improvements with its application.
Conclusion: Studies have demonstrated the benefits of HBOT for CP with the following:
Enhance Neurological Repair and Regeneration with HBOT
Attenuates the Effects of Hypoxia on the Neonatal Brain
Promotes Neurogenesis
Moderates Mitochondrial Disorders
Enhances Stem Cell Mobilisation and Proliferation
Increases Penumbra Tissue Recovery
Escalates Neuroplasticity
Improve Overall Function with HOBT
Advances Cognitive Function
Improves Gross/Fine Motor Skills
Enhances Speech and Language
Alleviates Spasticity
Lessens Frequency of Seizures
Stimulates Better Eye Contact
Improves Balance and Walking
To Read further research - Intensive rehabilitation combined with HBO2 therapy in children with cerebral palsy: a controlled longitudinal study
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