2024 Spasticity Management 101 - Treatment Modalities-Physical and Therapeutic Modalities for Spasticity Management

Physical and Therapeutic Modalities for Spasticity Management

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In this talk on spasticity management, Natasha Romanosky discusses the use of physical and therapeutic modalities. She emphasizes the importance of establishing goals with the patient or caregiver before implementing a management plan. Physical and occupational therapy services are recommended, with therapists providing assessments, setting goals, and using various strategies for neuromuscular reeducation. Orthotics, both static and dynamic, can be used for positioning, function, and stretch. Prefabricated orthotics may be suitable for simple cases, while custom orthotics are necessary for more complex situations. Serial casting can improve joint positioning, especially for patients with cerebral palsy. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation has shown short-term benefits but lacks long-term evidence.

Keywords

spasticity management

physical therapy

orthotics

neuromuscular reeducation

serial casting