Cerebral palsy (CP) is an umbrella term for a number of neuromuscular conditions. Common symptoms include lack of muscle tone, reflexes, motor control, and coordination. By far the most common type of CP is spastic diplegia, or Little’s disease.

Causes of Cerebral Palsy (CP)

CP is caused by damage to the developing brain in the womb, during childbirth, or in childhood. There is no known cure for CP, but it is not progressive. Therapeutic interventions focus on preventing complications and helping patients live with daily challenges.

Treatment of Cerebral Palsy (CP) with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

There is no compelling clinical evidence to support the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to treat cerebral palsy. Proponents urge further study, hypothesizing that HBOT should enhance neurologic function by oxygenating and repairing damaged brain tissue.

HyperbaricLink Evidence Index for Cerebral Palsy

PubMed.gov 37 citations

HBOEvidence.com 5 appraisals

ClinicalTrials.gov 4 trials

The HyperbaricLink Evidence Index is our at-a-glance summary of the clinical evidence on HBOT for the treatment of specific diseases and conditions. Scoring is based solely on our reading and interpretation of the medical literature.

• Disproved - Strong evidence against using HBOT.
• None - Unfavorable results or no published evidence.
• Scant - Early or mixed results with lingering questions.
• Promising - Repeatedly favorable results urging further study.
• Compelling - Strong body of evidence meriting approval.
• Approved - HBOT indicated and widely reimbursed.

Follow the links to our primary sources to read the papers and analyses that have shaped our views. PubMed.gov lists most all scientific papers published in reputable medical journals. HBOEvidence.com critically appraises key studies in the hyperbaric medical literature. ClinicalTrials.gov lists human clinical trials currently enrolling, in progress, and recently completed.

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