Satisfaction and pain levels after proximal femoral valgus osteotomy according to Schanz in patients with cerebral palsy and hip dislocation.

Outcome after Schanz osteotomy in the treatment of chronic hip dislocation in children with cerebral palsy was evaluated. Medical charts and questionnaires were used to assess pain, functional outcome and satisfaction. A total of 24 children, with a mean age of 13.

Prevalence of vertebral pars defects (spondylolysis) in a population with osteogenesis imperfecta.

Study Design: We performed a retrospective study of spinal roentgenograms of a large cohort of patients suffering from osteogenesis imperfecta.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of vertebral pars defects (spondylolysis) in patients with osteogenesis imperfecta.

Summary Of Background Data: Patients suffering from osteogenesis imperfecta are known to be prone to pathologic fractures.

Physical training in children with osteogenesis imperfecta.

Objective: To study the effects of a physical training program on exercise capacity, muscle force, and subjective fatigue levels in patients with mild to moderate forms of osteogenesis imperfecta (OI).

Study Design: Thirty-four children with OI type I or IV were randomly assigned to either a 12-week graded exercise program or care as usual for 3 months. Exercise capacity and muscle force were studied; subjective fatigue, perceived competence, and health-related quality of life were secondary outcomes.