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Spasticity Management

Presenter: Jeff Krug, PT
Clinical Instructor,
MU Department of Physical Therapy

MU PT Back on Campus
Continuing Education Program
(2 contact hours)
Date/Time: Saturday, October 9, 2004
Location: Lewis Hall, Room 2

Learning Objectives:

  1. Define spasticity, related anatomy, and current understanding of the pathophysiology of spasticity and other movement disorders.
  2. Describe the benefits and detriments of spasticity and how they relate to goal setting.
  3. Describe patient examination and evaluation, including the use of appropriate outcome measures, and related rehab interventions.
  4. List the indications, risks, and benefits of current treatment options.
  5. Discuss the role of the interdisciplinary team in the assessment, trial, post-implantation, and follow-up rehabilitation of ITB Therapy.

Content:

This presentation includes evidence-based discussion of medical and therapeutic methods of addressing spasticity in children and adults. Case examples will be used to illustrate these methods, particularly use of Botox and casting followed by Physical Therapy to improve function.

References and suggested readings