These are typical problems for individuals with diplegic patern cerebral palsy and inhibitive casting is a common and effective way the address hamstring contractures in this situation.
The use of long leg knee braces is probably needed to correct these knee problems.
With the above history you would expect that this boy has problems writing and you would ask him about this.
You would also ask about his bowel and bladder function because these may need to be tested.
Upon questioning the family they can not recall that this child has had a hip x-ray ever, therefore you would order a hip x-ray.
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