Effect of Electromyographic Biofeedback on Pointed Foot in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the clinical curative effect of electromyographic biofeedback on pointed foot in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Methods From June, 2014 to December, 2015, 80 children with spastic cerebral palsy and pointed foot were divided into con-ventional group (n=40) and electromyographic biofeedback group (n=40). The conventional group received exercise and massage, while the electromyographic biofeedback group received electromyographic biofeedback in addition. The passive range of motion (PROM) of ankle, the surface electromyographic results and the selective control results were compared before and eight weeks after treatment. Results After treatment, the PROM significantly decreased in both groups (t>9.142, P3.456, Z>3.178, P3.737, Z=-2.748, P<0.01). Conclusion Electromyographic biofeedback can further improve the foot dor-sal flexure and pointed foot gait of spastic cerebral palsy children.