OPTIONS FOR TREATMENT

Management

Non-operative

-Non-pharmacologic

  • Biofeedback
  • Wheelchair positioning
  • Physical & OT
  • Continuous passive motion

Pharmacologic

  • Baclofen
  • Diazepam
  • Dantrolene
  • Tizanidine

Interventional Treatment

Peripheral

  • LA Injection
  • Chemical Neurolysis
  • Phenol
  • Alcohol
  • Botox injection
  • Selective peripheral neurectomies

Orthopedic Surgeries

  • Soft Tissue Procedures
  • Tenotomy
  • Tendon lengthening
  • Myotomy
  • Tendon transfers

Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy

Surgical procedure where the dorsal (sensory) nerve roots are severed

Two primary goals:

  • Facilitate patient careSitting, Dressing, Transfers
  • Improve FunctionWalking
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