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Posted by: Kristen M. Blatt on Jan 15, 2025

Selective dorsal rhizotomy is a neurosurgical procedure where some of the sensory nerves in the back are cut to decrease spasticity in the legs. 

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Cerebral Palsy: What Is It?

By receiving comprehensive medical care and participating in therapies, people with CP can continuously work to build skills and participate actively at school and in the community.

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Neurology, Mental Health and How Social Workers Can Help Your Family

We support you in a crisis and even before a crisis arises. If you meet with a social worker to discuss your mental health, you might expect to share how you have been feeling and thoughts that you may be having.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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From Teen to Adult: Learning About Their Medications

Apr 28, 2022

When taking medicine is an important part of your child’s care, talking to them in an age-appropriate way about their prescriptions starting when they are young will help them as they grow and start to do more on their own. Increasing their skills when they are teenagers will help them manage their own care as adults. Read More

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Common Co-diagnoses Occurring with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mar 31, 2022

People who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may also have additional health diagnoses (co-occurring conditions). Learn more about these common conditions. Read More

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PediDOSE: Faster Help for Children with Seizures

Mar 10, 2022

The Pediatric Dose Optimization for Seizures in EMS (PediDOSE) trial evaluates whether an age-based, calculation-free method of quickly giving the right midazolam dose improves outcomes in children. Read More

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Head Injury: When It’s More Than a Bonk on the Head

Feb 18, 2022

Most parents can agree, children seem prone to head injuries. As children grow up and start playing sports, concussions become one of the most common sports-related injuries. Read More

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Returning to School After Concussion

Dec 28, 2021

If your child has a concussion, you should ask the healthcare provider managing your child’s concussion to provide clear guidance on when your child can safely return-to-school following their injury. Read More

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Functional Movement Disorder: What Is It and Why Are Cases on the Rise?

Aug 31, 2021

Health care providers are seeing an interesting trend as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Functional movement disorder is on the rise in teenagers. The cause? Some experts say screen time habits may play a part, but more research is needed to determine the exact reason. Read More

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Febrile Seizures: What Are They and Can They Be Prevented?

Aug 02, 2018

Febrile seizures are the most common type of seizure in children, but that doesn’t make it any less stressful when it happens to your child. Read about the different kinds of febrile seizures and when it may be necessary for your child to see a pediatric neurologist. Read More

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Signs of Stroke in Children

May 21, 2018

In children and teens, stroke shares symptoms with many health problems that occur far more commonly. When these signs suddenly occur in some combination, the suspicion for stroke is much greater.  Read More