Management of spinal deformity in cerebral palsy

Orthop Clin North Am. 2010 Oct;41(4):531-47. doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2010.06.008.

Abstract

An understanding of the three-dimensional components of spinal deformity in children with cerebral palsy is necessary to recommend treatments that will positively affect these patients' quality of life. Management of these deformities can be challenging and orthopedic surgeons should be familiar with the different treatments available for this patient population. This article discusses the incidence, causes, natural history, and treatment of patients with scoliosis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cerebral Palsy / complications*
  • Cerebral Palsy / psychology
  • Cerebral Palsy / therapy
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Quality of Life
  • Scoliosis / etiology
  • Scoliosis / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome