Comprehensive Spasticity Management Program
The Comprehensive Spasticity Management Program at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego provides specialized care for children experiencing spasticity related to cerebral palsy. Our expert multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering personalized treatment plans designed to reduce muscle stiffness, enhance mobility, and maximize each child’s functional abilities. With compassionate, evidence-based care, we support children and their families every step of the way—empowering them to achieve their highest potential and improved quality of life.
Intrathecal Baclofen Pump Information
An Intrathecal Baclofen (ITB) pump is a specialized medical device used to effectively treat spasticity, particularly in patients for whom oral baclofen pills aren’t sufficient or cause undesirable side effects like drowsiness. Unlike oral medications, an ITB pump delivers medication directly to the spinal fluid, significantly reducing spasticity without causing drowsiness.
Adaptive Equipment Resources
The center has a great working relationship with a number of certified vendors that are available for the proper fitting of orthotics, prosthetics, and wheelchairs.
The Lifespan Clinic (Adult CP Clinic)
The needs of patients with cerebral palsy change with age. Adults with cerebral palsy may develop problems not encountered during childhood due to the aging process. At the Lifespan Clinic, we offer a comprehensive assessment of the adult CP patient.
Surgical Interventions
A number of surgical interventions for children with cerebral palsy were designated and extensively studied at Rady Children’s. These treatments are available to treat the issues associated with cerebral palsy, including scoliosis, muscle contractures, joint dislocations, rotational abnormalities, shoe wear issues, and pain. Learn more below and view a list of surgical intervention resources that are available.
Surgical Procedure Resources:
- Boney Hip Reconstruction
- Boney Foot Reconstruction
- Distal Femoral Extension Osteotomy
- Guided Growth – Distal Femoral Hemiepiphysiodesis
- Femoral Derotational Osteotomy
- Gastrocnemius Recession
- Guided Growth – Proximal Femoral Hemiepiphysiodesis
- Hamstring Lengthening
- Soft Tissue Hip Surgery
- Soft Tissue Foot Surgery
- Tendo-Achilles Lengthening
- Tibial Derotational Osteotomy