Abstract: Objective To observe the effects of electro-acupuncture and functional training on gross motor function of children with cerebral palsy. Methods 137 children with cerebral palsy were divided into observation group (n=81) and control group (n=56). The observation group received electro-acupuncture and functional training, and the control group received functional training only. Results The scores of Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM) increased in both group after treatment (P<0.01), and it was significantly higher in the observation group than in the control group (P<0.01). Conclusion Electro-acupuncture and functional training is superior to functional training in gross motor function.

Key words: electro-acupuncture, cerebral palsy, gross motor function