The orthopaedic presentation and management of Sjögren-Larsson syndrome.

Summary Sjogren–Larsson syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive neurocutaneous disorder in which the combination of spasticity, ichthyosis, and mental retardation commonly result in patients being wheelchair bound. We reviewed a cohort of children with Sjogren–Larsson syndrome who were successfully managed with early physiotherapy and later soft-tissue surgery. The favourable outcome seen in these patients should encourage orthopaedic intervention in suitable cases.