Cerebral Palsy Spasticity Clinic
The Cerebral Palsy Spasticity Clinic at Monroe Carell provides a wide range of non-surgical and surgical treatment options for children with cerebral palsy. Spasticity management is complex, and treatment is not one-size-fits-all. With our team of specialists from various medical areas, we can provide a comprehensive evaluation in a single appointment. We can discuss treatment and equipment options for spasticity in both upper and lower extremities. This means we can create a care plan that is tailored to your child.
Conditions We Treat
- Chorea
- Hereditary spastic paraplegia
- Hypertonia
- Movement disorders
- Muscle contractures
- Spasticity
Why Choose Cerebral Palsy Spasticity Care at Monroe Carell
- Specialty care
We are one of the largest and most comprehensive programs in the country. Our team includes experts in existing treatments and pioneers in new treatments.
- Unique treatment options
We are the only children’s hospital in Tennessee that offers selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) to treat spasticity in the lower extremities. We are also one of the only pediatric hospitals with a surgeon who specializes in hyperselective neurectomy to treat spasticity in the upper extremities.
Mollie's Story
Treatments We Offer
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Combined dorsal and ventral rhizotomy
- Hyperselective neurectomy
- Intrathecal baclofen pump
- Orthopedic surgeries
- Rhizotomy surgery for comfort care and quality of life measures