Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita of the lower extremity: report of two siblings.
The purpose of treatment of arthrogryposis of the lower extremities is to achieve a stable functional weight bearing position of the affected joints. One cannot expect to achieve normal mobility and gait unless the process is mild. Achieving a functional weight bearing position of a joint may be extremely difficult, requiring repeated surgical procedures. Maintenance of correction, although often imperfect, is vital during the growing period.
D001176:Arthrogryposis / Q000235:genetics* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D002370:Casts, Surgical; D002648:Child; D003025:Clubfoot / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006618:Hip Dislocation, Congenital / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery; D007738:Kyphosis / Q000534:rehabilitation; D007866:Leg / Q000002:abnormalities*; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D010027:Osteotomy; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities