25.1.15
Spasticity
Malawi Standard Treatment Guidelines, 6th Edition, 2023. Chapter 25, Palliative Care.
Clinical Description
Common causes (see relevant chapter for details)
- cerebral palsy, post-stroke
Non-pharmacological
- improve independence e.g. use of CP chair for feeding, rehabilitation therapy (physio, speech, OT)
Pharmacological
- Baclofen is not indicated for these conditions
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