Cerebral Palsy

Question 1

T/F Orthotic stabilization of the low tone regions is frequently accompanied by reduction of tone at other regions?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Children with CP frequently have lower extremity extensor patterns. Describe this pattern.

Answer 2

Hip adduction, knee extension, ankle PF and hamstring shortening.

Note: hamstring shortening may lead to shorter steps.

Question 3

CP may present with a _____ deformity of the subtalar joint and a ______ deformity of the talocrural joint

Answer 3

Varus, Equinus.

Question 4

What kind of AFO would you prescribe a patient with hypertonicity at the ankle or ankle hypotonicity with hypertonic hip muscles.

Answer 4

Solid ankle AFO.