1.Can the parents of the child give the baby massage treatment at home by themselves? What is the effect of treatment?
Through the professional pediatric orthopedic surgeon and rehabilitation therapist guidance, family members can give the baby massage therapy at home, but due to parental pain, the baby does not cooperate, the effectiveness of treatment is often poor. The treatment process requires regular follow-up, under the guidance of a physician, according to the efficacy of the specific treatment plan.
2.What are the techniques of home rehabilitation massage? Which steps?
There are three massage methods.
(1) thumb and index finger pinch the lump, clockwise gentle massage lump, 10-15 minutes each time, 3-5 groups per day;
(2) parents left hand to hold the child’s jaw, the right hand to apply counter force, press the affected shoulder, so that the head rotated to the affected side, as far as possible to make the jaw to the affected shoulder;
(3) The parent holds the affected shoulder with the left hand and pulls the affected side of the head with the right hand, trying to make the head deviate as much as possible to the healthy side. When the maximum degree is reached, stay for 5-10 seconds and then relax.
The last two massage methods can be used alternately, the specific operation needs to be carried out under the guidance of a professional pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
3.How often should parents massage? Home massage should last how long?
It is generally recommended to massage 3-4 groups per day, 15-30 minutes per group.
4.Parents conscious posture correction is effective?
Conscious posture correction by parents has a positive effect on the correction of squint.
5.Can I apply hot compresses to my baby?
It is not recommended to apply hot compress to the baby, it is not effective and it is easy to burn the baby.
6.Will hot compress and massage cause the shoulder and neck lump to harden more and aggravate the condition?
Massage can soften the fiber mass and promote blood circulation in the damaged tissue, which has a positive effect on the treatment of squamous neck.
7.What issues should parents of children pay attention to when conducting home treatment?
Parents of children need to pay attention to several points when carrying out home treatment.
(1) Pay attention to the technique and strength when massaging, so as not to miss the effect and miss the period.
(2) avoid violent massage, massage needs to be gradual, gentle movements, by playing with the baby to distract its attention and enhance compliance.
(3) consciously correct the child’s usual incorrect sleeping posture, sitting and other habits.
(4) Regular follow-up, under the guidance of a specialist to adjust the treatment plan.