Publications by authors named "Lara Torgano"
Toxins (Basel)
August 2022
Article Synopsis
- Botulinum Neurotoxin type-A (BoNT-A) is commonly used to treat focal post-stroke spasticity, but there are concerns about possible side effects like muscle weakness and autonomic nervous system (ANS) changes.
- A study with 15 hemiparetic stroke survivors showed that measuring handgrip strength and ANS parameters before and after BoNT-A treatment revealed no significant loss of strength or changes in ANS function.
- The results support the safety of BoNT-A, particularly when guided by ultrasound to ensure precise targeting and protect important structures like blood vessels and nerves.
