Selective posterior rhizotomy for the treatment of spasticity: a review
- 1 December 1989
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Springer Nature in Child's Nervous System
- Vol. 5 (6) , 337-346
- https://doi.org/10.1007/bf00271889
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.Keywords
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