Therapeutic interventions for tone abnormalities in cerebral palsy

AH Tilton - NeuroRx, 2006 - Elsevier
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common cause of movement disorders in children. The upper motor
neuron syndrome of CP leads to several types of muscle overactivity, including spasticity.
Reduction of muscle overactivity may be an important treatment goal, to improve comfort,
care, and active function and to prevent future musculoskeletal complications. After a
comprehensive team evaluation, a treatment plan is generated. Treatments may include
physical and occupational therapy, oral medications, botulinum toxin and/or phenol …