Publications by authors named "Sabine M Fleuren"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to investigate whether functional electrical stimulation (FES) of the peroneal nerve can enhance body functions and activities in children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (CP).
- Conducted with 25 children aged 4-18, the trial compared FES treatment to conventional methods like ankle foot orthoses (AFO) over a period of 12 weeks each, with outcomes measured through various scales.
- Results showed that FES wasn’t significantly better than AFO in achieving set goals, though it did improve ankle range of motion, highlighting the importance of careful patient selection and ongoing evaluation for effective treatment.
Background: Spastic cerebral palsy is the most common cause of motor disability in children. It often leads to foot drop or equinus, interfering with walking. Ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) are commonly used in these cases.
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