1. La marche sur la pointe des pieds
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Péjin, Z., Pannier, S., and Glorion, C.
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MOVEMENT disorders , *PEDIATRIC orthopedics , *SPASTIC paralysis , *PHYSICAL therapy , *NEUROMUSCULAR diseases , *CONTRACTURE (Pathology) , *NEUROLOGIC examination , *THERAPEUTICS - Abstract
Summary: Toe walking is a frequent situation for a clinic in pediatric orthopedic. It is, in most cases, an idiopathic trouble. Neurologic examination is very important to recognize spastic diplegia or neuromuscular disease. A contracture of the triceps can occur and will require a specific treatment from physiotherapy to surgery. A psychological approach is sometimes necessary. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Published
- 2010
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