The cause of cerebral palsy is usually irreversible. So the goal of treatment is directed towards improving function and independence. From the orthopedic standpoint, treatment consists of techniques to decrease spasticity, physical therapy to improve function, orthotics to prevent deformity, and surgery to correct deformities.

It is best treated by an interdisciplinary team, consisting of a developmental pediatrician or neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, and social worker

Physiotherapy remains a pillar in the treatment of cerebral palsy. The daily range of motion and stretching exercises and strengthening exercises are essential in the ongoing treatment of these patients.It goes hand in hand with other treatment modalities.

Orthoses (splints) hold the joints in proper position for function. For example, wrist orthosis, AFO ankle-foot orthosis Should be removed intermittently for physiotherapy