
Cerebral Palsy Support Group
Cerebral palsy or CP is the most common childhood physical disability. It is a permanent physical condition that affects movement. There is no cure for cerebral palsy, but various forms of therapy can help a person with the disorder to function more effectively. If you or a loved one has cerebral palsy, join the group to share your experience or get advice from others.

sharabi-23
I am having this suregery December 13. Curious if anyone has had it.

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no what is it

sharabi-23
Heelcord lengthening...Also called Strayer Method. Has anyone had this done?

deleted_user
oh right, yh ive had this done twice. Worked v well

deleted_user
my son has had his hill chord done and he is still on his tip toes if i had it to do over i would not

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My husband has had it done 2-3 times in his life as well as surgery on other foot, calf, and thigh muscles. The recovery can be pretty tough, but for him it was worth it every time.

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I had this done twice the most recently a year ago. Helped a great deal and there is not that much discomfort if your casted.
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