Functional electrical stimulation for drop foot of central neurological origin
Guidance issued
Number: IPG278
Summary:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on functional electrical stimulation for drop foot of central neurological origin.
Description:
Drop foot is the inability to lift the foot and toes when walking. It can result from conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury. Functional electrical stimulation involves stimulation of the peripheral nerves that supply the paralysed muscle using electrodes that may be implanted or placed on the surface of the skin. The aim is to restore muscular function.
Arrangement:
Other (see guidance)
Topic Area:
Central nervous system
Specialty:
Neurology
Specialist advice has been sought from:
Association of British Neurologists
British Society of Rehabilitation Medicine
Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine
Society of British Neurological Surgeons
Date notified to NICE:
04 June 2007
Provisional consultation date:
Summer 2008
IP Pub Date:
28 January 2009
Contact
Details:
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