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- Benjamin Joseph and Hugh Watts.
- Aster Medcity, Kochi, Kerala, India. bjosephortho@yahoo.co.in.
- J Child Orthop. 2015 Oct 1;9(5):325-38.
PurposeTo date, polio has not been eradicated and there appears to be a resurgence of the disease. Hence, there is a need to revive decision-making skills to treat the effects of polio.MethodsHere, we outline the aspects of treatment of paralysis following polio based on the literature and personal experience of the authors. The surgical treatment of the lower and upper extremities and the spine have been reviewed. The scope of bracing of the lower limb has been defined.ResultsThe effects of polio can be mitigated by judicious correction of deformities, restoration of muscle balance, stabilising unstable joints and compensating for limb length inequality.ConclusionsAs polio has not been eradicated and there is a risk of resurgence of the disease, paediatric orthopaedic surgeons need to be prepared to deal with fresh cases of polio. Revival of old techniques for managing the effects of paralysis following polio is needed.
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