Use of botulinum toxin A in management of children with cerebral palsy.

QUESTION: What is the role of intramuscular botulinum toxin injections in the management of spasticity and related morbidity in children with cerebral palsy? ANSWER: When botulinum toxin A is injected into the limbs of children with spastic paresis, it induces temporary reduction in muscle tone. It also promotes better motor function when used in combination with conservative treatments such as physiotherapy. Although there is a growing body of evidence for its effective and safe treatment, there is still a lack of consensus on dose, treatment regimens, and the best integration with other clinical modalities.