The American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society have released reports on the beneficial uses of Botox injections and the drug diazepam to help reduce the effects of muscle spasticity in children suffering from the cerebral palsy.
The study states that botulinum toxin injections, Botox, are an effective way to reduce spasticity and muscle tightness that reduces movement in children and young adults. According to the study Botox imposes only a slight risk of generalized weakness after an injection. The Drugs, diazepam and tizanidine were also named in the study but for short term use and with a higher risk of side effects.
Several other treatments and medications were examined in the study but they could not gather enough research to make recommendations. Researchers attest there is an urgent need for more research to establish definitive recommendations for current and future medications and treatment for those suffering from birth injuries such as cerebral palsy.
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