Factors Associated With Ambulation and Transfer Ability: A Study From the National Spina Bifida Patient Registry
Conclusions
Motor level is an important predictor of ambulation and transfer ability in MMC. Surgeries distal to the knee were associated with higher levels of function; surgeries proximal to the knee were associated with lower functional levels.
Source: American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Original Research Articles Source Type: research
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