The value of radiological examination in the orthopedic management of children with cerebral palsy.
This article presents current views on the role of x-ray examinations in the assessment of spastic hip in children with cerebral palsy. The developmental character of spastic hip luxation is emphasized. The value of the x-ray examination of the hip and the necessity to repeat radiological assessment is describes. Checking the hip migration index is considered the most valuable method for evaluating spastic hip.
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Oddział Ortopedii i Traumatologii Dzieciecej, Szpital Wojewódzki nr 2, Rzeszów.