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Full-Text Articles in Rehabilitation and Therapy
Use Of A Task-Oriented Approach In The Physical Therapy Management Of A Patient Following A Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery Stroke: A Case Report, Erika Derks
Case Report Papers
Background and Purpose: Stroke is the leading cause of long term disability in the United States. Despite the prevalence of stroke, there is minimal research on physical therapy interventions for patients with cerebellar stroke. The purpose of this case report is to describe a multidimensional intervention program for a patient following a cerebellar stroke, emphasizing a task-oriented approach and motor learning principles. Case Description: The patient was a 78-year-old female who had a right posterior inferior cerebellar artery stroke. She received daily physical therapy for four and a half weeks in the acute rehabilitation setting. The examination revealed deficits in …
The Effects Of Neuromobilization Combined With Posture Training In The Management Of A Patient With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Case Report, Courtney Naimi
The Effects Of Neuromobilization Combined With Posture Training In The Management Of A Patient With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Case Report, Courtney Naimi
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Background and Purpose: Management of cervical radiculopathy can include cervical traction, neural mobilization, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise, whereas management of lateral epicondylitis can include eccentric tendinopathy management, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise. Some evidence exists discussing neuromobilization for the management of axial diagnoses. However, there is sparse literature describing neuromobilization for management of both the presence of right C7, C8 radiculopathy and contralateral lateral epicondylitis. Therefore, the purpose of this case report is to discuss the outcomes of neuromobilization techniques for a patient presenting with right C7, C8 cervical radiculopathy with contralateral lateral epicondylitis. Case Description: A 64-year-old male …
Services For People With Intellectual And/Or Developmental Disabilities In The U.S. Territories, John Butterworth, Thinkwork! At The Institute For Community Inclusion At Umass Boston
Services For People With Intellectual And/Or Developmental Disabilities In The U.S. Territories, John Butterworth, Thinkwork! At The Institute For Community Inclusion At Umass Boston
ThinkWork! Publications
The following report represents an expansion of the data collection activities mandated by a 2012 Administration of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). Prior to 2012, the AIDD funded data projects, Access to Integrated Employment, Family and Individual Information Systems project (FISP), Residential Information Systems Project (RISP) and the State of the States in Developmental Disabilities only collected data from the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The 2012 FOA requested that three of the AIDD data projects work together to include the five U.S. Territories (American Samoa and the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, …
The Use Of Manual Therapy And Strengthening Exercises To Improve Plantarflexion Strength And Mobility Following Achilles Tendon Repair: A Case Report, Jason Glikman
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Background and Purpose: The incidence of Achilles tendon ruptures is 1 in 10,000 per year, mostly affecting 30 to 50 year old males. These ruptures occur from either strong eccentric or concentric contractions of the gastrocnemius/soleus complex during acceleration or deceleration. Impact motions are common causes of this tendon ruptures. Neglected Achilles tendon ruptures occur when 4 weeks pass before treatment. This case report describes the clinical management of a patient with a neglected Achilles tendon rupture with global scar tissue formation due to a 3-month time period between injury and surgical repair, followed by a further 3-month time period …
Neuromuscular Strengthening Exercises Following Acl And Meniscal Repair In A 15 Year Old Female Athlete With Generalized Knee Laxity: A Case Report, Alyssa Gardner
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Background and Purpose: Adolescent females are 4-6 times more likely to sustain a non-contact anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury compared to their male counterparts. Generalized knee laxity decreases dynamic knee stability and further increases injury risk. In patients with a history of bilateral knee hyperextension who have sustained an ACL injury, it’s vital to recover function after surgery, as well as prevent injury in the contralateral knee. A lack of information exists that addresses simultaneous rehabilitation protocols. The purpose of this case report was to investigate the use of a neuromuscular strengthening program in both the ACL injured and un-injured …
Multimodal Physical Therapy Management Of A Patient With Unilateral Neglect Post-Stroke In An Outpatient Setting: A Case Report, Meghan Riley
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Background and Purpose: Unilateral neglect (ULN) syndrome negatively affects recovery post-stroke and is often associated with falls, longer stays in rehabilitation, and the need for more assistance at discharge. Typical physical therapy treatments include voluntary trunk rotation, visual scanning exercises, mirror therapy, hemispheric activation, sensory awareness training, and lower extremity loading but the efficacy of these treatments is still unclear. The purpose of this case report is to describe multimodal physical therapy (PT) management that includes common PT interventions to alleviate symptoms of ULN and report upon the outcomes of the various treatment methods for rehabilitation of neglect during functional …
Trunk Control And Standing Tolerance Of A Patient With Paraparesis As A Result Of Transverse Myelitis And Mycotic Aneurysm Rupture: A Case Report, Ashley Tomaswick
Trunk Control And Standing Tolerance Of A Patient With Paraparesis As A Result Of Transverse Myelitis And Mycotic Aneurysm Rupture: A Case Report, Ashley Tomaswick
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Background and Purpose: Transverse myelitis (TM) is a rare condition in which the spinal cord becomes inflamed resulting in pain, paraparesis or paraplegia, impaired sensation, and/or impaired autonomic function. Approximately two-thirds recover with mild to moderate symptoms, but one-third are left with severe and disabling symptoms. Cerebral mycotic aneurysm (CMA) rupture is a brain injury due to a burst artery resulting in diminished blood supply to the brain. There is literature on beneficial physical therapy (PT) intervention progressions following brain injury, such as bed mobility strategies and pre-gait activities, but there is little published on PT for impairments as a …
Use Of The Lower Extremity Functional Scale (Lefs) In A Patient After A First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Implant: A Case Report, Courtney Brinckman
Use Of The Lower Extremity Functional Scale (Lefs) In A Patient After A First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Implant: A Case Report, Courtney Brinckman
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Background and Purpose. The LEFS was initially designed as a functional outcome measure for patients with lower-extremity orthopedic conditions.1 While the LEFS has been used for a broad spectrum of lower-extremity pathologies, there is a paucity of research that investigates the use of LEFS in patients who have had a first MTP joint implant. The purpose of this case report was to investigate the use of LEFS in a patient with a right first MTP HemiCAP(®) joint implant. Case Description. The patient was a 56 year-old male with bilateral pes planus. Conservative treatment for 9 years did not decrease symptoms …
Application Of A Balance Training Program In A Patient With Charcot Marie Tooth Disease: A Case Report, Eduardo Pena
Application Of A Balance Training Program In A Patient With Charcot Marie Tooth Disease: A Case Report, Eduardo Pena
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Background and Purpose: Charcot Marie Tooth Disease (CMT) is the most common progressive inherited neurological disorder1. Characteristics include muscle weakness and reduced sensation beginning in the distal lower extremities. Individuals with CMT have increased difficulty sensing and maintaining balance. There is minimal research on the effectiveness of balance training and outcome measures in this population. The RUSK Hospital Modified Romberg Protocol (RUSK MRP) is used as a balance-training program for patients with a neurological diagnosis, however no information is available on its effectiveness in CMT. The purpose of this case report was to investigate the effectiveness of the RUSK MRP …
Restoring Functional Mobility In A Patient With Delayed Onset Of Physical Rehabilitation Following A Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Case Report, Bettie Kruger
Restoring Functional Mobility In A Patient With Delayed Onset Of Physical Rehabilitation Following A Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Case Report, Bettie Kruger
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Background and Purpose: Hemorrhagic stroke accounts for 10% to 15% of all strokes and is associated with a high mortality rate. A decompressive craniectomy is a neurosurgical procedure to reduce intracranial pressure in order to minimize risk of mortality and disability. It has been suggested that early and frequent mobilization following stroke onset is optimal for motor recovery. The purpose of this case report is to provide a framework of sub-acute rehabilitation that facilitated motor recovery and functional mobility in a patient with delayed participation in physical therapy (PT) following a stroke. Case Description: A 54 year-old female underwent an …
The Use Of Postural Reeducation And Strengthening Exercises In The Reversal Of Functional Scoliosis: A Case Report, Cory Marcoux
The Use Of Postural Reeducation And Strengthening Exercises In The Reversal Of Functional Scoliosis: A Case Report, Cory Marcoux
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Background and Purpose: There is a multitude of research regarding structural and idiopathic scoliosis, but very minimal literature about non-structural (functional) scoliosis and more importantly, how to treat it. The purpose of this case report was to examine the use of stretching, strengthening, and postural reeducation for a patient who presented with a non-structural scoliosis. Case Description: The patient was a 37-year-old female who underwent a left-sided lumbar discectomy at level L5/S1 following an acute onset of left foot-drop. The patient later presented with severe back pain and spasms from an infection of the disc at the surgical site that …
Acute Care Outcome Measures In A Patient Status-Post Right Total Knee Arthroplasty (Tka) Following A Left Tka Staged Five Weeks Apart: A Case Report, Stephanie Sanderson
Acute Care Outcome Measures In A Patient Status-Post Right Total Knee Arthroplasty (Tka) Following A Left Tka Staged Five Weeks Apart: A Case Report, Stephanie Sanderson
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Background and Purpose: Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is one of the most frequently performed orthopedic procedures in the U.S. Thousands of people undergo TKA every year in hopes of improving their functional abilities and reducing their pain levels. The purpose of this case report was to document acute care outcome measures in a patient who underwent bilateral TKA staged five weeks apart and to assess the possible implications that a short staging period might have on the patient’s ability to recover. Case Description: The patient was a 58-year-old male who following a left TKA underwent a right TKA, secondary to …
Use Of Manual Therapy And Sport Specific Re-Training In An Adolescent Elite Sprinter With Bilateral Pedicle Stress Fractures: A Case Report, Erika Lopez
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Background and Purpose: Bilateral pedicle stress fractures are extremely rare, with few cases reported in the literature. The pedicle is known to be the second weakest point of the vertebra, has a short moment arm from the vertebral body, and can resist a large amount of cyclic shear forces.1 There have been several reports describing pedicle stress fracture in adolescent athletes.1 However, in those reports the fracture was usually associated with contralateral spondylolysis, and isolated pedicle fractures are rarely found. 1This case report details a conservative approach using manual therapy, Pilates exercises, and sport specific re-training in an adolescent sprinter …
A Progressive Physical Therapy Plan Of Care For A Patient With Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Following Myocardial Infarction: A Case Report, Paige Blasco
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Background and Purpose: Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is a neuromuscular disease that leads to distal muscle atrophy, weakness, and sensory loss. Myocardial infarction (MI) is often a result of coronary artery disease, which has an incidence rate of 34.6% in men over 80. While rehabilitation practices for CMT and MI have been described separately, there is a paucity of research investigating physical therapy (PT) interventions for patients who have both health conditions. The purpose of this case report was to investigate the PT management of a patient with CMT following an acute MI in the acute and sub-acute care settings. Case …
Functional Mobility Management Of A Patient With Adult-Onset Hereditary Proximal Motor Neuropathy Following A Tibial Fracture: A Case Report, Timothy Lira
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Background & Purpose: Adult-onset hereditary proximal motor neuropathy (AHPMN) is a subcategory of spinal muscular atrophy, caused by survival motor neuron gene mutation. This rare disease, affecting approximately 1 in 10,000 people, presents as proximal weakness and muscle wasting, more commonly in the lower extremities, in addition to gait unsteadiness and difficulty standing. Additionally, the lifetime risk of developing CHF is one in five; Since the diagnosis poses a risk factor for falling, it may increase the likelihood of falls. Regarding seniors over the age of 65, fall-related injuries increased from 49.4% to 58.8% between 2005 and 2013, accounting for …
Core Strengthening And Lower Extremity Flexibility; A Model For Physical Therapy Treatment Of Acute Nonspecific Low Back Pain: Case Report, Todd Wilde
Case Report Papers
Background & Purpose: Effective physical therapy treatment strategies are needed in order to improve outcomes for patients with low back pain. Current trends indicate that treatment effect size could be enhanced by implementing patient-specific management strategies based on examination findings (1, 2). The purpose of this report is to describe the physical therapy management and functional recovery of an individual with work-related acute nonspecific low back pain based on a treatment approach consisting of core strengthening and lower extremity flexibility. Case Description: The patient is a 51 year-old male with a one-month history of low back pain without radiculopathy secondary …
Clinical Reasoning And Intervention Selection For A Patient With Lower Extremity Weakness Following Acute Alcoholic Polyneuropathy: A Case Report, Sarah Uzel
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Background and Purpose: Acute alcoholic polyneuropathy (AAP) can present with a variety of symptoms including paresthesia and paralysis. There is little literature relating to physical therapy management and interventions for a patient with AAP. It is unclear what constitutes the best medical management and physical therapy practices for these patients. The purpose of this case report was to describe the clinical reasoning behind interventions selected for a patient with AAP in the acute setting. Case Description: The patient was a 33 year old male, who was diagnosed with AAP after two days in acute care. Intervention during the first two …
Application Of A Short-Term Aquatic Physical Therapy Program For A Patient With Chronic Low Back Pain And Radiculopathy: A Case Report, Marc Asta
Case Report Papers
Background and Purpose: Within the confines of approved Physical Therapy (PT) visits from independent and national insurance companies, PTs are often challenged to improve a patient’s impairments and Quality Of Life (QOL) in a limited number of approved visits. The purpose of this case report is to document if six PT visits with aquatic intervention for a patient with chronic low back pain (CLBP) and radiculopathy improves a patient’s subjective and objective impairments in relation to his QOL. Case Description: The patient was a sixty-two year old male who presented to PT with CLBP for the previous forty years secondary …
Vestibular Rehabilitation For A 17-Year Old Female With Post-Concussion Symptoms: A Case Report, Elizabeth Mosley
Vestibular Rehabilitation For A 17-Year Old Female With Post-Concussion Symptoms: A Case Report, Elizabeth Mosley
Case Report Papers
Background: Post-concussion syndrome is defined as a group of symptoms occurring after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can persist for durations ranging from weeks to years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 1.7 million Americans experience TBI annually. Vestibular rehabilitation has been shown to help alleviate common symptoms after concussions, such as dizziness, headaches and impaired balance. The purpose of this case report is to describe the physical therapy management of a patient with post-concussion symptoms two months post-injury. Case Description: The patient is a 17-year-old female with a history of concussion following a syncopal episode …
Functional Training To Reduce Fall Risk In A Patient Following Cancer Treatment: A Case Report, Kristin O'Kelly
Functional Training To Reduce Fall Risk In A Patient Following Cancer Treatment: A Case Report, Kristin O'Kelly
Case Report Papers
Background and purpose: The National Cancer Institute reports that approximately 39.6% of individuals will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. Due to the large percentage of Americans affected each year, multiple studies have looked at the long-term effects of cancer treatment and survivorship on physical function. Studies have demonstrated that over half of cancer survivors age 55 and over have fallen in the past year, possibly as a result of treatment and subsequent muscle weakness, difficulty with balance, and impaired walking. The purpose of this case report was to detail interventions aimed at these modifiable factors in a patient …
Gait Training, Strength Training, And Pain Management Of A 26 Year Old Female Recovering From A Multiple Sclerosis Exacerbation: A Case Report, Ellen Cox
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Background and Purpose: Multiple Sclerosis can be a debilitating disease that affects millions of people. Exacerbations range from mild to very severe. Due to the inconsistent nature of multiple sclerosis, the most effective treatments are still unclear. The purpose of this case report was to document the findings of an individual, who suffered a severe multiple sclerosis exacerbation after a series of stressful life events. Case Description: This case report presents a 26 year old female with a known history of multiple sclerosis. This patient suffered an exacerbation and her level of function went from living independently to unable to …
The Effects Of Specific Training On Balance And Ambulation In A Patient With Stage Iv Glioblastoma: A Case Report, Matt Denning
The Effects Of Specific Training On Balance And Ambulation In A Patient With Stage Iv Glioblastoma: A Case Report, Matt Denning
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Background and Purpose: A Diagnosis of stage IV Glioblastoma and its treatment often results in many impairments and functional limitations. This case report describes the effectiveness of strengthening, balance, and gait training activities measured by Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and ambulation distances on an individual 62 year old diagnosed with stage IV glioblastoma. The aim of this case study was to implement strengthening, balance, and gait training to improve balance and reduce risk of falls in a patient who had a diagnosis of stage IV glioblastoma, a metastatic brain tumor resulting in progressive neurological impairments. Case Description: A 62 year …
Use Of Complete Decongestive Therapy And A Task-Oriented Approach In Treating Secondary Lymphedema And Improving Ambulation In A Patient Following A Stroke: A Case Report, Snezhana Rudakova
Use Of Complete Decongestive Therapy And A Task-Oriented Approach In Treating Secondary Lymphedema And Improving Ambulation In A Patient Following A Stroke: A Case Report, Snezhana Rudakova
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Background and Purpose: Ninety percent of stroke survivors have some functional disability with mobility and paralysis of the extremities being a major impairment. A paralysis of the extremities can result in an ineffective muscle pumping action, which can lead to the development of lymphedema, further increasing difficulty with ambulation post stroke. The purpose of this case is to report the use of complete decongestive therapy for the treatment of lymphedema as part of a comprehensive treatment program consisting of a task-oriented approach to improve walking ability in a stroke survivor. Case Description: The patient was a 53 year old female …
The Role Of Physical Therapy In The Treatment And Discharge Of An Elderly Homeless Patient With Fractures Of The T12-L1 Vertebrae: A Case Report, Matthew Kraft
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Background and Purpose: On any given day there are over 600,000 homeless persons in the United States. Many homeless people sustain injuries directly resultant of their living situations and are treated at local hospitals. Following medical stabilization, many times hospitals encounter difficulties with discharging homeless patients. This case report examines the role of Physical Therapy in one such case in the context of direct patient care and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team for safe patient discharge. Case Description: The patient was a 77 year old homeless male who sustained compression fractures to his T12 and L1 vertebrae after falling from …
Evaluation And Treatment Of A Patient Diagnosed With Adhesive Capsulitis Classified As A Derangement Using The Mckenzie Method: A Case Report, Ashley Bowser
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Background/Purpose: The McKenzie Method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MDT) is supported in the literature as a valid and reliable approach to spine injuries. It can also be applied to the peripheral joints, but has not been explored through research to the same extent. This method sub-classifies an injury based on tissue response to mechanical loading and repeated motion testing with repeated motions identified during testing used to guide treatment. The purpose of this report is to demonstrate the assessment, intervention, and clinical outcomes of a patient classified as having a shoulder derangement using MDT methodology. Case Description: The patient …
Management Of A Patient Lumbar Spinal Stenosis And Carotid Aneurysm Using Therapeutic Exercise, Education, And Manual Therapy: A Case Report, Nicholas Adriance
Management Of A Patient Lumbar Spinal Stenosis And Carotid Aneurysm Using Therapeutic Exercise, Education, And Manual Therapy: A Case Report, Nicholas Adriance
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Background and Purpose: Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS) is a clinical syndrome involving a narrowing of the space for the neural and vascular structures to pass. The purpose of this case report describes physical therapy management of a patient with chronic low back due to lumbar spinal stenosis with associated lumbar radiculopathy, status post carotid aneurysm. Case Description: The Patient was a 60-year-old female with a 20-year history of intermittent back pain and works as a crossing guard. The patient had radiographic evidence of multi level lumbar disc disease with central stenosis and foraminal narrowing most pronounced at L4-L5 and disc …
Strength And Balance Exercises To Improve Functional Outcomes And Mobility For A Patient With Parkinson’S Disease And Co-Morbidities: A Case Report, Nicholas Lasarso
Strength And Balance Exercises To Improve Functional Outcomes And Mobility For A Patient With Parkinson’S Disease And Co-Morbidities: A Case Report, Nicholas Lasarso
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Background and Purpose: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a movement disorder that can lead to declines in function and falls. As a common age-related neurological diagnosis, PD is most often accompanied by other co-morbidities. The purpose of this case report is to document the physical therapy management of a patient presenting with PD and other co-morbidities. This case report looks at the outcomes of strength and balance exercises on the patient’s impairments, mobility and overall function. Case Description: The 69 year-old male patient presented with a history of PD, Lyme disease, osteoarthritis, peripheral neuropathy (PN) and exposure to Agent Orange. He …
Use Of Therapeutic Exercise, Functional Endurance, And Gait Re-Training In A Deconditioned Patient With Acute Respiratory Failure: A Case Report, Ellen Forslund
Use Of Therapeutic Exercise, Functional Endurance, And Gait Re-Training In A Deconditioned Patient With Acute Respiratory Failure: A Case Report, Ellen Forslund
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Background and Purpose: The human body requires oxygen-rich blood to work efficiently. Respiratory failure occurs due to a lack of oxygen passing from the lungs into the bloodstream or if the lungs cannot remove carbon dioxide from the blood. The purpose of this case report was to describe the therapeutic exercise, functional endurance and gait training for an individual following acute respiratory failure (ARF) and (1) document the practicability of this therapeutic approach in an intensive inpatient rehabilitation setting, (2) record the outcomes that occurred for the patient, and (3) discuss the possibility for further research regarding a similar physical …
Using The Selective Functional Movement Assessment And Regional Interdependence Theory To Guide Treatment Of An Athlete With Back Pain: A Case Report, Gabriella Goshtigian
Using The Selective Functional Movement Assessment And Regional Interdependence Theory To Guide Treatment Of An Athlete With Back Pain: A Case Report, Gabriella Goshtigian
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Background: Despite the multidirectional quality of human movement, common measurement procedures used in physical therapy examination are often uni-planar and lack the functional complexities involved in daily activities. Currently, there is no widely accepted, validated standard to assess movement quality. The Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) is one possible system to objectively assess complex functional movements. This case report illustrates the application of the SFMA in the management of a patient with non-specific low back pain (LBP). Case Description: An adolescent male athlete with non-specific LBP was evaluated using the SFMA. It was determined that the patient had mobility limitations …
Balance And Gait Training To Reduce Fall Risk In A Patient With Bilateral Foot And Hand Deformities Secondary To Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Case Report, Kirsten Bombardier
Balance And Gait Training To Reduce Fall Risk In A Patient With Bilateral Foot And Hand Deformities Secondary To Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Case Report, Kirsten Bombardier
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Background and Purpose – Falls are the leading cause of death from injury in persons greater than 65 years of age. The risk of suffering a fall increases with age, but falls are not an unavoidable aspect of the aging process. By maximizing an individual’s balance, gait and strength, their risk for future falls can be decreased. The purpose of this case report is to provide an overview of the physical therapy (PT) plan of care for a patient at high risk for falls. Case Description - The patient was an 84 year old female who suffered a fall likely …