Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, which is characterized by multiple congenital contractures of joints and poorly formed or fibrotic muscles which impedes motor development and function, is a fairly rare condition occurring in approximately 1 in 3000 live births.
The pediatric physical and occupational therapists at Duke have a long history of treating this condition and have expertise in splinting, casting and bracing to preserve or improve muscle length and joint mobility; have a strong knowledge of biomechanics and resources for fitting adaptive equipment to assist and/or restore function; and, employ many therapeutic techniques to improve strength, range and function.
Our therapists work together with the family, the child’s medical team and the community care providers to create a coordinated plan of care that is designed to address the goals of the patient and family and enable them to gain as much function and independence as possible.
PT Treatments
- Splinting/Bracing
- Casting
- Equipment assessment and training
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Functional Mobility Training
- Gait Training
- Taping/Kinesio taping
OT Treatments
- Splinting/Bracing
- Casting
- ADL Equipment & Training
- Fine motor training and adaptations
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Taping/Kinesio taping