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. 2001 Nov;12(4):923-38, viii-ix.

Intrathecal baclofen therapy for spastic hypertonia

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Intrathecal baclofen therapy for spastic hypertonia

C B Ivanhoe et al. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2001 Nov.

Abstract

Intrathecal baclofen is perhaps the most effective treatment for significant spasticity regardless of the origin. For appropriately selected patients, it can provide qualitative and quantitative improvements in quality of life. This article discusses the practical aspects and patient selection, trial, implant, and ongoing management of patients with intrathecal baclofen pump therapy.

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