A boy who drowned and lost motor function has miraculously recovered.

On August 31, a source from Thanh Vu Medic Bac Lieu General Hospital said that after 4 months of intensive treatment, a 3-year-old boy who drowned, leading to a brain hemorrhage and loss of motor function, has miraculously recovered.

Previously, baby HHĐ (residing in Hoa Binh District , Bac Lieu) drowned, leading to intracranial hemorrhage, affecting the brain. On April 26, the baby was taken by his family to the Center for Traditional Medicine - Physical Therapy - Rehabilitation, Thanh Vu Medic Bac Lieu General Hospital for treatment in a state of being unable to speak, having weak legs, limited mobility, and increased muscle spasms.

Doctor supports and guides baby HHĐ to walk

Through examination and paraclinical tests, the doctor developed a rehabilitation exercise regimen. Accordingly, baby D. was prescribed exercises to stretch the Achilles tendon, control the head and neck, practice balance control on the platform, and practice standing with a ball. At the same time, the doctor encouraged family members to communicate and talk with the baby more. After 4 months of active treatment, baby D. recovered 70% of his motor function, could stand, sit, grasp, and communicate quite well.

D.'s mother said that before that, the baby was completely healthy. Due to carelessness, the baby fell into a pond and drowned. The family took him to a hospital in Ho Chi Minh City for treatment. After returning home, the baby lay in one place and could not speak. After that, D. was taken to Thanh Vu Medic Bac Lieu General Hospital for treatment. Thanks to the patient's persistent treatment, the baby was able to speak again and is recovering well. This is a miracle and a blessing for the family.

According to specialists, physical therapy helps children who have drowned recover motor function, maintain muscle strength and blood circulation. The best time to practice is in the first year, gradually practicing each movement from simple to complex, while combining with a reasonable diet.

Nowadays, there are many cases of children drowning, parents need to pay attention to look after them, avoid letting them near ponds, lakes, deep water. If a child has a drowning accident, first aid must be given promptly and properly and taken immediately to the nearest medical facility for treatment.

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