Will a child with spina bifida be able to walk?
Children with spina bifida have varying degrees of paralysis of the lower extremities. Some children can walk unassisted. Others can walk with support such as braces or crutches. Still other children are unable to walk. The ability to walk depends on the level of the spinal cord defect. The multidisciplinary team will discuss this with parents and treatments will be instituted to help the child reach maximal potential.
