Selective Posterior Rhizotomy for the Relief of Spasticity in Cerebral Palsy

Twenty children with increased muscle tone of cerebral origin have been subjected to selective posterior spinal rootlet section. A significant reduction in tone resulting in improvement in motor function was achieved in every case. The first 15 cases are reviewed in detail. The procedure is of value...

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Main Authors: W.J. Peacock, Leila J. Arens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 1985-05-01
Series:South African Journal of Physiotherapy
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Online Access:https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/2217
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