Dorsal rhizotomy-- A surgical procedure that cuts nerve roots to reduce spasticity in affected muscles.
The medical term for surgical resection of the dorsal root of a spinal nerve to relieve pain is rhizotomy.
Another name for dorsal is posterior.
The two subdivisions of the dorsal region are the dorsal fin and the dorsal surface. The dorsal fin is a prominent feature found on the backs of many aquatic animals, such as fish and whales, providing stability and aiding in swimming. The dorsal surface refers to the upper side or back of an organism, which can be important for various functions, including protection and thermoregulation.
Dorsal is the back and ventral is anterior
The dorsal area refers to the back side of an organism, typically the region along the spine. In humans, the dorsal area includes the back from the neck to the tailbone.
Rhizotomy (also called dorsal rhizotomy, selective dorsal rhizotomy, and selective posterior rhizotomy) is a treatment for spasticity that is unresponsive to less invasive procedures
The medical term for surgical resection of the dorsal root of a spinal nerve to relieve pain is rhizotomy.
During SDR, certain overactive nerves entering the spinal cord are cut, reducing the activity that leads to spasticity.
Rhizotomy is performed on patients with spasticity that is insufficiently responsive to oral medications or injectable therapies (botulinum toxin, phenol, or alcohol).
A dorsal rhizotomy is a surgery done to, among other things, improve tone imbalances in children with cerebral palsy. The surgery involves isolating over active nerve rootlets within the nerves that service the legs and then cutting some or all of the these rootlets resulting in the lowering of tone. this makes it easier for these children to move their legs and relaxes their lower body in general. As a result, children who cannot walk due to high tone are sometimes able to walk independantly or with aides such as walkers or canes.
A rhizotomy can typically be repeated if the initial procedure's effects diminish over time, which is common as nerve pathways may regenerate. However, the frequency of repeat procedures depends on individual patient factors, the underlying condition being treated, and the patient's response to the first procedure. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate timing and necessity for repeat rhizotomy based on specific circumstances.
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Dorsal is the back. Just think of a dolphin's dorsal fin and you'll never get ventral and dorsal mixed up again.