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The purpose of this fictional case study is to outline the out-patient management of a 38-year-old female with CP whose primary complaint is of bilateral anterior knee pain. Early on in her CP diagnosis, she was given a level II rank on the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) indicating that she can ambulate but has difficulties with uneven surfaces. Upon objective assessment, it was found that she has some indications of spasticity within the hamstrings and quadriceps according to the Modified Ashworth Scale. She also demonstrated a crouch gait pattern and reduced strength bilaterally in hip extensors, knee extensors, and ankle plantar flexors. Since quality of life has been shown to increase following improvements in walking, the focus of the program implemented in this case study is on gait training. Taken together, the information outlined in this fictional case can provide some evidence to guide decision-makers in the future and to highlight the importance of further research in adults that have CP. | |||
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Abstract[edit | edit source]
The purpose of this fictional case study is to outline the out-patient management of a 38-year-old female with CP whose primary complaint is of bilateral anterior knee pain. Early on in her CP diagnosis, she was given a level II rank on the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) indicating that she can ambulate but has difficulties with uneven surfaces. Upon objective assessment, it was found that she has some indications of spasticity within the hamstrings and quadriceps according to the Modified Ashworth Scale. She also demonstrated a crouch gait pattern and reduced strength bilaterally in hip extensors, knee extensors, and ankle plantar flexors. Since quality of life has been shown to increase following improvements in walking, the focus of the program implemented in this case study is on gait training. Taken together, the information outlined in this fictional case can provide some evidence to guide decision-makers in the future and to highlight the importance of further research in adults that have CP.
