Serial casting is a useful treatment technique to increase range of movement and muscle length. However, it does not replace the need for physiotherapy. Your physiotherapist will carry out a detailed neurological assessment and plan treatment sessions that may include:
- Manual muscle and joint stretches
- Muscle mobilisations
- Strengthening exercises
- Weight bearing exercises
- Practice of functional activity
- Home exercise program
- Patient/family/carer education
It is essential that you continue with your home exercise program outside of treatment sessions when you are not wearing your cast in order to improve range of movement. If you are unable to complete the exercise program independently, the stretches and exercises can be taught to a friend or relative.
Serial casting is often used alongside 
