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Neurotoxin from Clostridium botulinum; prevents ACh release from presynaptic membrane, causing temporary calming of muscle contractions by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses.
Botulinum Toxin Type A blocks the signals between the nerve & its muscle. When this happens a lot of the limb tightness disappears which in tum, allows the muscle a better chance to grow normally. Just as important, Botulinum Toxin Type A therapy can put off surgery a little longer. By encouraging normal movement, child's body is given the chance to grow.