Health-related Quality of Life in Idiopathic Toe Walkers: A Multicenter Prospective Cross-sectional Study
Eileen Morrow,
Jennifer Harris,
Yael Gelfer
et al.
Abstract:Objective:
Despite idiopathic toe walking (ITW) being a significant source of stress and anxiety for children and parents alike, little is known about the effect on health-related quality of life (HRQoL). The primary research question for this study was “Is ITW associated with impaired HRQoL, and is the degree of equinus contracture related to the degree of impairment?”
Methods:
Twelve pediatric orthopaedic centers across the United Kingdom participated… Show more
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