Effectiveness of selective muscle- release surgery for children with cerebral palsy: longitudinal and stratified analysis (original) (raw)

This research examines the effectiveness of selective muscle-release surgery for children with cerebral palsy (CP), highlighting a longitudinal analysis of gross motor function before and after the procedure. Utilizing the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM), the study assesses the patterns of change in motor capabilities according to different levels of the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS). The results indicate significant interactions in GMFM scores across various time points post-surgery, suggesting that while initial deterioration occurs, motor function progresses positively over time.