Therapeutic Options and Clinical Considerations in the Management of Spasticity : Episode 15

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August 13, 2024

Potential for Use of ITB Pump Earlier in Spasticity

Author(s):

Khashayar Dashtipour, MD, PhD,Francois Bethoux, MD

Experts on spasticity discuss the potential use of ITB pumps earlier in therapy to optimize patient outcomes.

EP: 1.Definition and Pathophysiology of Spasticity

EP: 2.Changes in Presentation of Spasticity Over Time

EP: 3.Impact of Spasticity of Patient and Caregiver’s Quality of Life

EP: 4.Factors Influencing Treatment Choice in Spasticity

EP: 5.Treatment Options for Spasticity

EP: 6.Planning Spasticity Treatment Based on Patient Goals

EP: 7.Defining Severe Spasticity

EP: 8.Intrathecal Baclofen for Management of Severe Spasticity

EP: 9.Baclofen Pump for Treatment of Severe Spasticity

EP: 10.Managing Safety Concerns with ITB Pump

EP: 11.Ideal Candidates for ITB Pump

EP: 12.Long-term Data with ITB Pumps for Spasticity

EP: 13.ITB Pump for Spasticity: Surveillance Registry Findings

EP: 14.Practical Considerations when Using ITB Pump for Spasticity

EP: 15.Potential for Use of ITB Pump Earlier in Spasticity

EP: 16.Trends in Treatment of Spasticity

EP: 17.Advice for Clinicians Treating Spasticity

Video content above is prompted by the following question:

Should ITB be used earlier in spasticity treatment? Why or why not?

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