Astym Therapy Improves Bilateral Hamstring Flexibility and Achilles Tendinopathy in a Child with Cerebral Palsy: A Retrospective Case Report
Purpose The purpose of this case report was to describe the use of Astym therapy to improve hamstring flexibility and Achilles tendinopathy in a child with cerebral palsy. Case Description An eight-year-old female with cerebral palsy was referred to physical therapy for the treatment of bilateral ha...
Main Authors: | Nicole A. Scheer, Lucas R. Alstat, Robert S. Van Zant |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2016-09-01
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Series: | Clinical Medicine Insights: Case Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.4137/CCRep.S40623 |
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