Study design and methods of the BoTULS trial: a randomised controlled trial to evaluate the clinical effect and cost effectiveness of treating upper limb spasticity due to stroke with botulinum toxin type A
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Following a stroke, 55–75% of patients experience upper limb problems in the longer term. Upper limb spasticity may cause pain, deformity and reduced function, affecting mood and independence. Botulinum toxin is used increasingly to...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2008-10-01
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Series: | Trials |
Online Access: | http://www.trialsjournal.com/content/9/1/59 |