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See Latest ArticlesBotulinum Toxin Type A Injection in Alleviating Postoperative Pain and Improving Quality of Life in Lower Extremity Limb Lengthening and Deformity Correction: A Pilot Study
Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics , 07/06/09
Takahashi SN et al. - This pilot study established the feasibility of a randomized controlled trial design for in this population. Its findings indicate that BtX-A injections appear to be safe and effective for reducing pain and improving the quality of life and functional mobility of children undergoing lengthening or deformity corrections of the lower limbs. A larger-scale study is currently underway to confirm these preliminary findings.
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