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PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
Volume 26, Issue 1, Pages 21-+Publisher
W B SAUNDERS CO-ELSEVIER INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.pmr.2014.09.009
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Pediatric neuromuscular disorder; Nutrition; Constipation; Scoliosis; Hip dysplasia; Sleep
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Children with pediatric neuromuscular disorders experience common complications, primarily due to immobility and weakness. Musculoskeletal complications include hip dysplasia with associated hip subluxation or dislocation, neuromuscular scoliosis, and osteoporosis and resulting fractures. Constipation, gastroesophageal reflux, and obesity and malnutrition are commonly experienced gastrointestinal complications. Disordered sleep also is frequently observed, which affects both patients and caregivers.
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