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Spasticity: orthopedic perspective.

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  • 1Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, The University of Florida, Gainesville 32610-0246, USA. woor@ortho.ufl.edu

Journal of Child Neurology
|February 28, 2001
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Orthopedic management of spasticity in children aims to improve function and mobility using therapies, casting, orthoses, and surgery. Treatment plans are individualized, with a focus on physical therapy in early childhood and surgery for specific cases later on.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Spasticity significantly impacts the musculoskeletal system in growing children.
  • Orthopedic interventions aim to enhance function, reduce disability, and improve mobility.
  • Management strategies are tailored to individual patient needs and developmental stages.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the principles of orthopedic management for spasticity in pediatric patients.
  • To review various treatment modalities and their age-specific applications.
  • To highlight the evolving role of orthoses and surgical techniques, emphasizing the need for further research.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current orthopedic management strategies for spasticity.

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  • Discussion of age-appropriate interventions including physical therapy, occupational therapy, casting, orthoses, and surgery.
  • Integration of advancements like computerized gait analysis in surgical planning.

    • Main Results:

    • Physical and occupational therapy are emphasized in early childhood (0-5 years).
    • Surgery is typically recommended between 5-7 years for specific conditions like contractures or bony dysplasia.
    • Lower extremity orthoses show promise in restoring normal gait, while serial casting use has decreased.
    • Adult treatment focuses on societal integration and functional independence.

    Conclusions:

    • Individualized, goal-directed treatment plans are crucial for managing spasticity.
    • While benefits of therapy are recognized, consensus on optimal modalities and long-term efficacy is lacking.
    • Continued research on long-term outcomes and measurement is essential for refining spasticity management.