Methods for Treating Hemiplegia
Disease description:
My elderly family member suddenly had a stroke and developed hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body) after treatment. May I ask, what are the treatment methods for hemiplegia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
The main treatment methods for hemiplegia include the following aspects:
1. Medication: Using appropriate drugs such as neurotrophic agents and medications that improve cerebral circulation to repair damaged nerve cells and promote recovery of brain function. Specific medications should be selected based on the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendations.
2. Physical therapy and rehabilitation training: Including functional electrical stimulation, biofeedback, range-of-motion exercises, muscle stretching, strength training, and more, aimed at helping patients regain muscle control and balance, and improving quality of life. Rehabilitation training also includes basic daily living activities and occupational task training to enhance the patient's ability to perform self-care.
3. Surgical treatment: Hemiplegia caused by specific conditions, such as brain tumors or vascular lesions, may require surgical intervention. Surgery can remove lesions, repair blood vessels, or reconstruct neural pathways to alleviate symptoms of hemiplegia.
Medication should be administered under the guidance of a qualified physician. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital and follow the guidance of a professional doctor during treatment.
