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Unlocking Potential: How Selective Posterior Rhizotomy Can Transform Speech and Oral-Motor Skills in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Unlocking Potential: How Selective Posterior Rhizotomy Can Transform Speech and Oral-Motor Skills in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Selective Posterior Rhizotomy (SPR) is a neurosurgical procedure primarily performed to reduce spasticity in the lower extremities of children with spastic cerebral palsy. However, recent research indicates that the benefits of SPR extend beyond just motor function improvements. According to a study titled "Oral-Motor and Respiratory Changes in Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy Following Selective Posterior Rhizotomy" by Phyliss Flower, SPR can also lead to significant improvements in speech intelligibility, respiratory function, and oral-motor skills.

For practitioners working with children who have spastic cerebral palsy, understanding these additional benefits is crucial. Incorporating this knowledge into therapy sessions can optimize outcomes and encourage further research into this transformative procedure.

Key Findings from the Research

The study observed a 7-year-old male patient with spastic quadriplegia who underwent SPR. The patient exhibited improvements in several areas:

Implications for Practitioners

Practitioners should consider the following when working with children who have undergone SPR:

Encouraging Further Research

The findings from this study highlight the need for more rigorous research to explore the full range of benefits associated with SPR. Future studies should aim to:

By continuing to investigate the multifaceted benefits of SPR, practitioners can develop more effective treatment plans and improve the quality of life for children with spastic cerebral palsy.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Oral-Motor and Respiratory Changes in Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy Following Selective Posterior Rhizotomy.


Citation: Flower, P. (1993). Oral-Motor and Respiratory Changes in Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy Following Selective Posterior Rhizotomy. Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 17(2), 79-137. Retrieved from https://cjslpa.ca/files/1993_JSLPA_Vol_17/No_02_79-137/Flower_HumComm_1993.pdf
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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