KENNY TREATMENT

a treatment for infantile paralysis (polio) developed by Australian nurse and research worker Elizabeth ("Sister") Kenny (1886–1952). In this treatment hot, moist packs are applied to affected muscles to relieve spasms and pain, and a regimen of exercises is prescribed to prevent deformities and to strengthen the muscles. —5th ACC Glossary Part 1 Final approval 2.12.89

a treatment for infantile paralysis (polio) developed by Australian nurse and research worker Elizabeth ("Sister") Kenny (1886–1952). In this treatment hot, moist packs are applied to affected muscles to relieve spasms and pain, and a regimen of exercises is prescribed to prevent deformities and to strengthen the muscles.