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 |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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1985-05-01
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| 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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