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Many survivors of the polio epidemic of the first half of the 20th century are now experiencing a recurrence of symptoms, known as postpolio syndrome (PPS). This book, written by leaders in the field, describes the features of this disorder and its diagnosis, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation. It reviews the problems specific to people with PPS, primarily fatigue, muscle weakness, and chronic pain, and addresses the whole person through chapters on psychosocial issues, aging and prevention of secondary disability, and assistive devices to help with activities of daily living. Current evidence-based guidelines for specific rehabilitation therapies, such as exercise therapy, aquatic therapy, and energy conservation measures, are covered.
Diagnosing postpolio syndrome: inclusion and exclusion criteria -- Evaluating and treating symptomatic postpolio patients -- The interdisciplinary team assessment -- Electrophysiology of postpolio syndrome -- Joint and muscle pain -- Postpolio fatigue -- Postpolio pulmonary dysfunction -- Speech and swallowing in postpolio syndrome -- Exercise in the treatment of postpolio syndrome -- Physical therapy in the management of chronic poliomyelitis and postpolio syndrome -- Aquatic therapy for polio survivors -- Screening and treatment of the polio foot and ankle -- Gait, orthoses, footwear, and assistive devices -- Powered mobility for polio survivors -- The role of occupational therapy in the management of polio survivors -- Energy conservation and pacing -- Aging with polio -- Psychological well-being of polio survivors.
[edited by] Julie K. Silver, Anne C. Gawne.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
179588:175950 Elsevier Science & Technology