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Orthopedic Surgery for Cerebral Palsy
What To Expect After Surgery
After orthopedic surgery:
- Joints that were previously stiff can move more easily. However, the affected muscle may be weak.
- Some people may need to wear a cast or brace to support an area where movements are not under control.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: September 20, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Susan C. Kim, MD - Pediatrics
Reference Louis Pellegrino, MD - Developmental Pediatrics |
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