Baclofen Pump Better than DBS to Treat Dystonia and Pain in CP

Intrathecal baclofen pump (ITB) can be more effective than deep brain stimulation (DBS) for relieving involuntary muscle contractions (dystonia) and pain associated with cerebral palsy (CP), a case report suggests. The study, “Outcomes of Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy Compared With Deep Brain Stimulation in…