Spina Bifida

Spina Bifida is a congenital developmental disorder of the nervous system in which the spine and spinal cord are not completely closed. The following five early detection methods of spina bifida can help to detect the disease at an early stage:

1. Ultrasound: During pregnancy, an ultrasound may be performed to monitor the development of the fetus. If spina bifida is present, this can often be detected on the ultrasound image.
2. Amniocentesis: An amniocentesis is a diagnostic test in which a sample of amniotic fluid is taken to look for genetic abnormalities. This examination can also detect spina bifida.
3. Blood test: a blood test may be performed to test for high levels of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), which may be an indicator of spina bifida.
4. MRI: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan may be performed to scan the fetus and detect spina bifida.
5. After birth: After birth, a doctor may recognize physical signs of spina bifida, such as an open spot on the baby's back, leg paralysis, or bladder control problems. However, in some cases, spina bifida may not be diagnosed until later in life.

Treatments (CPT)

The Adeli Medical Center offers a wide range of customized rehabilitation measures for patients with neurological impairments such as spina bifida. The following treatments are particularly suitable for patients with spina bifida:

1. Physical Therapy: Physical therapy focuses on improving the patient's motor skills and balance to promote mobility. Special exercises can be developed for patients with spina bifida to increase muscle strength and flexibility.
2. Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy focuses on developing skills for daily activities to promote independence. For patients with spina bifida, special techniques can be taught to improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
3. Reflex therapy: Reflex therapy aims to stimulate the nervous system to improve motor function. It can be beneficial for patients with spina bifida to improve muscle control and coordination.
4. Omi Vista sensorimotor interactive therapy: Omi Vista sensorimotor interactive therapy uses a computerized system to improve the patient's motor skills. It can be beneficial for patients with spina bifida to improve posture and balance.
5. Speech therapy: Speech therapy focuses on improving the patient's communication skills. For patients with spina bifida, special techniques can be taught to improve speech development and articulation.

The above treatments are just a few of the many customized

Rehabilitation measures offered by Adeli Medical Center for patients with spina bifida. The medical team at the center will work closely with patients to develop an individual treatment plan tailored to each patient's specific needs.