Perks of Rehabilitation in Improving Motor Function in a Nine-Year-Old Male With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Report

Shahade, Purva S; Mundada, Purva H; Samal, Snehal

doi:10.7759/cureus.30162

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“…According to Waghe et al, a safe return to everyday activities has been made possible by physiotherapeutic intervention, which combines therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, and patient education. It has significantly improved pain management, range of motion, muscular strength, gait, and the prevention of secondary impairments [ 17 ]. Using stretching exercises, posture strategies, and neuromuscular re-education by the physical therapist aims to lessen spasticity in patients with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy.…”

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A Holistic Approach for Physiotherapy Rehabilitation of Girdlestone Arthroplasty With Infection and Concomitant Contralateral Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report

Nandanwar,

Ramteke

2024

Cureus

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Girdlestone arthroplasty is a traditional approach for complicated infections occurring with contralateral spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy, which presents intricate challenges in rehabilitation. In this case report, an 18-year-old girl came to a multispecialty hospital with a history of falls. She was an identified case of femoral head dislocation with acute osteomyelitis and a history of spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy. She underwent girdlestone arthroplasty with additional upper tibial and ankle pin traction. After that, she was referred to physiotherapy management. To further aid recovery, rehabilitation protocol included a combination of static exercises, ankle pumps on the affected side, and stretching, bimanual hand-arm training with lower limb training on the unaffected side to reduce spasticity. Once the stitches were removed and traction discontinued, the focus shifted to improving mobility through basic activities like rolling and transitioning to sitting, gradually progressing to standing with the assistance of a walker and bimanual hand-arm training with lower limb training for spasticity. Outcome measures like functional independence measure, numerical pain rating scale, range of motion, and manual ability classification system were used to record patient progress during rehabilitation. This case report serves the crucial role physiotherapy plays in the treatment of orthopedic and neurological conditions in younger patients, with the ultimate goal of regaining functional independence and enhancing overall quality of life.

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A Holistic Approach for Physiotherapy Rehabilitation of Girdlestone Arthroplasty With Infection and Concomitant Contralateral Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report

Nandanwar,

Ramteke

2024

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“…Furthermore, physiotherapy interventions play a crucial role in addressing muscle weakness, contractures, and respiratory complications commonly associated with DMD. Through targeted exercises and respiratory support, the child experiences improved strength, endurance, and respiratory function, thereby enhancing overall functional capacity and reducing the risk of secondary complications [14,15].…”

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Effect of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and Rehabilitation Strategies in Six Year Child with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Study

Chitlange,

Hullumani V,

Sasun

et al. 2024

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The clinical features of increasing muscle weakening are shared by a diverse set of illnesses known as muscular dystrophies. In early childhood, males with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) exhibit proximal muscle weakening and calf enlargement, making it the most frequent X-linked disease of muscular dystrophy in children. Development of motor skills is typically delayed, and wheelchair confinement eventually leads to early death from heart or lung problems. In terms of function, ambulation, quality of life, and life expectancy, treatment approaches like corticosteroid therapy and intermittent positive pressure breathing have improved. This is a case report of a 6-year-old kid who had early ambulatory stage Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and complained to the neuro-physiotherapy department about frequent falls, walking difficulties, and dyspnea when walking. Other grievances included being unable to get off the ground and having trouble ascending stairs. He had physiotherapy and dynamic neuromuscular stabilization for his complaints. The main goals of treatment were educating the family, respiratory training, preventing ankle plantar flexors, maintaining strength, balance and gait training.

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Perks of Rehabilitation in Improving Motor Function in a Nine-Year-Old Male With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Report

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A Holistic Approach for Physiotherapy Rehabilitation of Girdlestone Arthroplasty With Infection and Concomitant Contralateral Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report

A Holistic Approach for Physiotherapy Rehabilitation of Girdlestone Arthroplasty With Infection and Concomitant Contralateral Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report

Effect of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and Rehabilitation Strategies in Six Year Child with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Study

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