Chief Healthcare Executive September 22, 2024
An advanced spinal procedure has been shown to be an effective solution for kids with the condition.
For children with spasticity, the nerves that signal muscles to contract turn on when a muscle is stretched. This results in tight and stiff muscles, limited mobility and pain, making it difficult to complete regular daily tasks like walking and getting dressed.
Spasticity is caused by cerebral palsy and other conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord. In addition to its effects on mobility, spasticity may also contribute to malformed joints, pressure ulcers, and decreased quality of life.
One advanced spinal procedure – selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) – offers a solution to daily challenges presented by spasticity. While SDR is considered very...
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