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Clinically Observed Reduction of Spasticity in Patients with Neurological Diseases and in Children with Cerebral Palsy from Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Machado, J.J. Neurological Advisor of "Centro Brasilerio de Medicina Hyperbarica" - Rua Bento de Andrade, 70, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

The author presents case studies of 230 children with spastic cerebral palsy who received Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (20 sessions of 1 hour each).

The author observed a significant reduction in Spasticity and improved respiratory function in 94%, and continued reductions in Spasticity, improved motor control and a reduction in convulsions and episodes of bronchitis in 75% of those followed for 6 months.

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