SPINA BIFIDA-L4 TO L5 LESIONS
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SUMMARY
1. Hip flexion and knee flexion contractures common but hip dislocation rare (as flexors are stronger than extensors).
2. May have foot deformity due to unopposed tibialis anterior action.
3. May require GRAFO, walking aids & WC.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
