Injection of Botulinum Toxin Type A Guided by Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Spastic Cerebral Palsy / 中国康复理论与实践

ABSTRACT

Objective To investigate the effects of local injection of Botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) on spastic cerebral palsy guided by peripheral nerve stimulation. Methods 30 children with spastic cerebral palsy received local multi-point injection of BTX-A guided by peripheral nerve stimulation. They were assessed with modified Ashworth scale (MAS) and Gross Motor Function Assessment Scale (GM-FM-88) before and 1 week, 3 months and 6 months after treatment. Results The scores of MAS decreased significantly 1 week, 3 months and 6 months after treatment (P<0.001). The scores of GMFM-88 increased 3 months and 6 months after treatment (P<0.001). Conclusion Injection of BTX-A guided by peripheral nerve stimulation is effective on spastic cerebral palsy.