Utilizing Functional Electrical Stimulation and Exoskeletons in Pediatrics: a Closer Look at Their Roles in Gait and Functional Changes in Cerebral Palsy

A primary focus for many children with cerebral palsy (CP) is functional independence. However, due to neurologic insults that occur early in life, typical gait pattern development is impaired. Research has shown the importance of task-oriented movements in reorganizing the central nervous system in a functionally meaningful way. Advancements in technology, when used in conjunction with conventional strategies, have made it possible for...