Special Considerations in Pediatric Assessment - 06/07/18


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Pediatric spasticity management requires special consideration because of continuous growth and underlying medical complications due to upper motor neuron disease. Early intervention, regular follow-up, and management of spasticity are critical to improve function and prevent musculoskeletal complications, functional deterioration, and the development of pain. Thorough history taking along with comprehensive medical evaluation and physical examination by practitioners with knowledge about spasticity are important clues for spasticity management in addition to thorough history taking and review of current medications. This article reviews the rationale of early intervention and continuum of care, basic physical examination, and therapeutic options for spasticity management and spasticity’s aggravating factors.
Il testo completo di questo articolo è disponibile in PDF.Keywords : Spasticity, Pediatric, Cerebral palsy, Secondary complication, Prevention, Physical examination
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Vol 29 - N° 3
P. 455-471 - Agosto 2018 Ritorno al numeroBenvenuto su EM|consulte, il riferimento dei professionisti della salute.
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