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Editors: L. Andrew Koman, M.D.
Beth Paterson
Smith, Ph.D.
16 chapters, 157 pages
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This book is designed primarily
for clinicians. It provides a review of the
pathoanatomy of cerebral palsy and presents an overview
of the management of hypertonic disorders. It reviews the
evaluation and outcomes assessment of patients with
cerebral palsy. The book also explains alternative
management options for spasticity in cerebral palsy and
summarizes the peer-reviewed literature. It provides the
details of Intrathecal Baclofen (ITB) therapy, including:
- Appropriate screening protocols to identify
candidates;
- The surgical technique for pump implementation;
- Optimization of postoperative care;
- Detection and management complications;
- Long-term control of spasticity
"This is the most comprehensive
book on the practical treatment of spasticity in children
with cerebral palsy available today. It provides, for
both the novice and the experienced clinician, a complete
overview of the issues facing the child with cerebral
palsy as well as a template for managing movement
disorders and hypertonicity. Clinicians who manage these
children will now have a single reference to consult to
answer their, and the children's families', difficult
questions."
-Hank Chambers, M.D.
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