2021 Advancing Clinical Skills in Spasticity Management-Session Presentation

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Summary:<br /><br />This video features two presentations by Dr. Farid and Dr. Gutierrez on the topic of managing spasticity. Dr. Farid advocates for the use of intrathecal baclofen (ITB) pumps, highlighting their ease of use, availability of guidelines, cost-effectiveness, lack of systemic effects, and ability to manage spasticity early. Dr. Gutierrez, on the other hand, argues for botulinum toxin injections, citing level one evidence, guideline recommendations, lack of systemic effects, early management capabilities, cost-effectiveness, lack of drug-drug interactions, and fast results as advantages. She also mentions the ease of administration, compliance, and individualized approach of botulinum toxin injections. Ultimately, the choice of treatment should be tailored to the patient's needs and preferences, as well as the available resources and expertise of the healthcare team. In addition to the treatment options, the video also discusses the management of a spasticity clinic, emphasizing the importance of proper documentation, billing procedures, and consideration of various payer coverage and requirements. It provides insight into the different phases of intrathecal drug delivery, highlighting the challenges and considerations for each phase. Overall, the video offers a comprehensive overview of managing spasticity, providing useful information for clinicians in the field.

Keywords

spasticity management

intrathecal baclofen pumps

guidelines for spasticity

cost-effectiveness

systemic effects

early management

botulinum toxin injections

level one evidence

compliance

individualized approach

drug-drug interactions

fast results

spasticity clinic management

proper documentation

billing procedures