Selective posterior rhizotomy for the treatment of spasticity: a review

Rick Abbott; Sandra L. Forem; Marjorie Johann

doi:10.1007/BF00271889

Selective posterior rhizotomy for the treatment of spasticity: a review

Rick Abbott, Sandra L. Forem, Marjorie Johann

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Abstract

The use of sensory rhizotomy has long been used for the treatment of spasticity. This review outlines the historical development of this treatment, the current surgical technique, and its physiologic rationale. Patient selection, postoperative treatment, and complications are also discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	337-346
Number of pages	10
Journal	Child's Nervous System
Volume	5
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00271889
State	Published - Dec 1989
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Cerebral palsy
Rhizotomy
Spasticity
Surgery

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Clinical Neurology

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