Gait Problems in Cerebral Palsy

Gait Problems in Cerebral Palsy: Identification, Patient Goals and Surgical Treatment provides a comprehensive guide to understanding, assessing, and managing gait abnormalities in children with cerebral palsy. Authored by Tom F. Novacheck and Steven E. Koop, this text integrates clinical evaluation, patient-centered goal setting, and surgical interventions to optimize mobility and functional outcomes. It serves as a practical reference for clinicians, therapists, and surgeons involved in the multidisciplinary care of children with cerebral palsy.

Key Features:

• Detailed guidance on identifying and assessing gait abnormalities in cerebral palsy.
• Emphasizes patient-centered goals and functional outcomes in treatment planning.
• Covers surgical treatment options, indications, techniques, and expected outcomes.
• Integrates multidisciplinary perspectives, including orthopedics, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.
• Provides case examples, illustrations, and practical strategies for clinical decision-making.
• Part of the Clinics in Developmental Medicine series, offering authoritative, evidence-based content.