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Inpatient rehabilitation (IPR) did not influence 18-month mobility improvements in youth with cerebral palsy after multi-level orthopedic surgery. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To evaluate the impact of inpatient rehabilitation and orthopedic surgery on mobility in youth with cerebral palsy.

March 5, 2026

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Inpatient Rehabilitation After Multi-Level Orthopedic Surgery in Youth with Cerebral Palsy: Discharge and 18-Month Mobility Outcomes.

SBStephanie ButlerCentro Studi Luca d’Agliano BVBrittany VirgilNemours Children's Health System CCChris ChurchAlfred I. duPont Hospital for Children

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To evaluate the impact of inpatient rehabilitation and orthopedic surgery on mobility in youth with cerebral palsy.
Assessed mobility outcomes acutely after multi-level orthopedic surgery (MLS).
Evaluated factors like cognition and preoperative gross motor function related to mobility improvements.
Tracked mobility outcomes at 18-month follow-up post inpatient rehabilitation.
Youth showed improved mobility immediately after MLS surgery.
No significant influence of inpatient rehabilitation on 18-month mobility outcomes.

Abstract

Youth had improved mobility acutely after MLS that was associated with cognition and preoperative gross motor function. IPR did not influence 18-month mobility improvements.

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