A review of the use of Lycra pressure orthoses for children with cerebral palsy

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Dynamic Lycra pressure orthoses (or garments) have been used in recent years as a treatment modality for children with motor impairment, namely cerebral palsy. Improving function is the ultimate goal of prescribing such garments, but there are other important beneficial effects, such as improving proximal stability to help posture and function. This article attempts to explain, in view of current knowledge, how and why dynamic Lycra pressure garments are used and their benefits to children who wear them, providing an outline of current theories behind their function. Two case reports are detailed and some areas for further research are identified.

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