Pharmacology -Nerve and motor point blocks using phenol or botulinum toxin botox are commonly used to relieve spasticity.
Mechanical intervention -Include shoe modifications and bracing.
Often fine tuning of orthotic and prosthetic alignment may result in dramatic differences in walking patterns. In appropriate cases, recommendations for surgery as well as pre-surgical evaluations are made. The lab's goals fit into the larger rehabilitation framework provided by MossRehab, which includes inpatient, outpatient and day rehabilitation as well as orthotic and prosthetic services. The lab's primary clinical objective is complemented by both research and teaching programs. Diagnostic Tests Video and The Force Line .