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A new report from Lucile Packard Children's Hospital discusses the neuromuscular impairments of cerebral palsy (CP) and their contribution to gait abnormalities. The report emphasizes the importance of accurately identifying and understanding these impairments in order to provide effective treatment for CP. The primary neuromuscular impairments of spastic CP are identified as muscle weakness, short muscle-tendon units, muscle spasticity, and impaired selective motor control. Addressing these impairments and reducing secondary musculoskeletal impairments are crucial treatment goals. The report aims to inform clinical evaluation, guide treatment strategies, and prioritize research for targeted treatments for CP. [Extracted from the article] |
