Neurophysioplus Ltd | Serial casting and Thermoplastic splinting.

Neurophysioplus - Thermoplastic splinting and serial casting treatments

Serial Casting and Thermoplastic Splinting

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Muscles need to be stretched or put into a lengthened position daily to maintain their length and flexibility. We all do this during our normal activities. However, if movement is difficult because of spasticity, pain or weakness then muscles may require assistance to prevent shortening or contractures. Research has shown that spastic muscles require several hours of prolonged stretch to maintain their length. The only way this can be achieved is by splinting to maintain, or serial casting to increase, muscle length. The latter is most effective following Botulinum Toxin- A injections. At Neurophysioplus we are able to advise and treat problems associated with muscle shortening.

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