Spastic hemiplegia of the upper extremity in children

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P M Waters1, A Van Heest

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.

Hand Clinics
|April 4, 1998
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This study details evaluating and treating upper extremity issues in children with spastic hemiplegia due to cerebral palsy. Treatments aim to enhance musculoskeletal function but do not cure the condition.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric rehabilitation
  • Neurology
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Children with hemiplegia, often caused by cerebral palsy, face significant upper extremity challenges.
  • Effective management requires a comprehensive understanding of the child's condition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the evaluation and treatment strategies for upper extremity problems in children with spastic hemiplegia.
  • To emphasize a personalized approach considering various functional and medical factors.

Main Methods:

  • Focuses on the assessment of static and dynamic motor deformities.
  • Considers sensory discrimination, cognitive abilities, and motivation.
  • Evaluates the child's overall functional level.

Main Results:

  • Treatment strategies are presented to improve the musculoskeletal condition of the affected upper extremity.
  • The discussed interventions are designed to manage symptoms and improve function.

Conclusions:

  • Careful, individualized evaluation and planning are crucial for managing upper extremity problems in hemiplegic children.
  • While treatments can improve musculoskeletal condition, they do not offer a cure for cerebral palsy.

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