Long-term outcome of knee hyperextension in children with cerebral palsy

This study evaluated knee hyperextension course in children with cerebral palsy over a 5-year follow-up. Knee hyperextension was identified in 308 knees, of which 97 had follow-up greater than 5 years. Between the tests, 40% of limbs had plantar flexor lengthening (PFL). Overall, knee flexion and ankle dorsiflexion in stance increased (P
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics B - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: CEREBRAL PALSY Source Type: research