scholarly journals Pulmonary embolism after manual muscle testing in an incomplete paraplegic patient: a case report

Spinal Cord ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 52 (S3) ◽  
pp. S6-S7 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Kovindha ◽  
P Kammuang-lue
2014 ◽  
Vol 67 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 247-251
Author(s):  
Milica Jovicic ◽  
Vladimir Jovicic ◽  
Marija Hrkovic ◽  
Milica Lazovic

Introduction. Although it can be difficult to differentiate pain in lower legs, it is important for clinicians to differentiate medial tibial stress syndrome, which is a rather benign condition, from acute compartment syndrome, which is an emergency, as well as from different types of stress fractures described in this region. The aim of this case report was to present medial tibial stress syndrome as a clinical diagnosis, possible dilemmas in differential diagnosis and the efficacy of rehabilitation treatment. Case report. A 25-year old male patient sought medical help complaining of the pain along the distal third of tibia. The pain was present on palpation of the distal two-thirds of the lateral and medial tibial border over the length of 9 cm and on muscle manual testing of foot flexors. The patient underwent physical and exercise treatment for three weeks. The recovery was monitored by visual analogue scale, which measured the lower leg pain, pain on palpation and manual muscle testing. In addition, the patient himself assessed his ability to resume sport activities on the 5-point Likert scale. The final evaluation and measurements showed his complete functional recovery. Conclusion. The results obtained in this case show the importance of accurate clinical diagnosis and rehabilitation for medial tibial stress syndrome.


2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (06) ◽  
pp. 359-361
Author(s):  
Amin Kordi Yoosefinejad ◽  
Mahbobeh Samani ◽  
Fatemeh Jabarifard

Abstract Introduction Chronic pain and depression are known to interact, possibly through common neurotransmitters and pathways. Frozen shoulder is among the most debilitating musculoskeletal disorders, with a prevalence of 2–5%. Managing one of these disorders may induce dramatic effects on the other. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of myofascial release on the attenuation of depression following pain reduction in a patient with depression and frozen shoulder. Case report/Method A 49-year-old woman with a history of depression for the previous 6 years was referred to us with a diagnosis of left side frozen shoulder. Initial range of shoulder flexion and abduction were 95 and 80 degrees respectively, and pain intensity on a visual analog scale was 10/10. Debilitating pain disturbed her sleep. Muscle weakness was documented with manual muscle testing. The myofascial release technique for the serratus anterior was applied in 5 sessions. Results Shoulder pain was considerably attenuated and range of motion improved notable following treatment. The patient’s Beck Depression Inventory score improved by15 points. Discussion These improvements might be attributed to the interrelationship between pain and depression.


2021 ◽  
pp. 34-36
Author(s):  
Aishwarya Mhetras ◽  
Poorva Devi

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Adhesive capsulitis is a condition where there is inammation of shoulder capsule (capsulitis) which in turn causes bands of sticky connective tissue (adhesions) between the joint's surfaces. Due to this (1) shoulder movement becomes painful and often completely restricted .The purpose of this case report is to highlight Importance of Shoulder Proprioceptive training and shoulder PNF techniques using theraband and inatable ball (30 cm) along with Conventional exercises in Functional Recovery of the patient with adhesive capsulitis secondary to rotator cuff tendinosis. CASE DESCRIPTION A 66-year-old female who presented with right shoulder pain and neck pain and limited range of motion (ROM) since 1 month with a past medical history of type II diabetes mellitus, hypertension and hypothyroidism on medication was diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis secondary to rotator cuff tendinosis based on clinical examination, ROM assessment, Radiographical investigations-MRI and past medical history. INTERVENTION The patient was treated for a total of 10 physical therapy sessions over the span of 2 weeks. Interventions included were incorporating shoulder proprioceptive exercises with a help of inatable ball and textured towel, shoulder PNF patterns using Red theraband along with cryotherapy(icepacks),mobilizations (Maitland grade 2) with oscillatory techniques, therapeutic exercises, Active assisted ROM exercises with the help of a wooden wand, capsular stretching, myofascial trigger point release, postural correction exercises, strengthening and home exercise program. Outcome measures included ROM goniometric measurements, pain rating scale, Angle reproduction test for proprioception, Manual muscle testing and the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) Score. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION This case report conclude that appropriate combinations of interventions including shoulder proprioceptive exercises with an inatable ball, shoulder pnf patterns(D1-D2) , stretching, mobilisations, MFR and strengthening exercises resulted in an improvement in overall functional performance of the patient with adhesive capsulitis secondary to rotator cuff tendinosis .An improvement in post-test scores of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) , ROM , DASH scores was observed after 10 sessions. Rationale for treatment was based on various research articles. The treatment was altered based on patient's need and response.


2000 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 4-4

Abstract Lesions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS), whether due to injury or illness, commonly result in residual symptoms and signs and, hence, permanent impairment. The AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment (AMA Guides), Fourth Edition, divides PNS deficits into sensory and motor and includes pain in the former. This article, which regards rating sensory and motor deficits of the lower extremities, is continued from the March/April 2000 issue of The Guides Newsletter. Procedures for rating extremity neural deficits are described in Chapter 3, The Musculoskeletal System, section 3.1k for the upper extremity and sections 3.2k and 3.2l for the lower limb. Sensory deficits and dysesthesia are both disorders of sensation, but the former can be interpreted to mean diminished or absent sensation (hypesthesia or anesthesia) Dysesthesia implies abnormal sensation in the absence of a stimulus or unpleasant sensation elicited by normal touch. Sections 3.2k and 3.2d indicate that almost all partial motor loss in the lower extremity can be rated using Table 39. In addition, Section 4.4b and Table 21 indicate the multistep method used for spinal and some additional nerves and be used alternatively to rate lower extremity weakness in general. Partial motor loss in the lower extremity is rated by manual muscle testing, which is described in the AMA Guides in Section 3.2d.


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najat Draoui ◽  
Imane Assarrar ◽  
Hanane Latrech

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shailesh Gardas ◽  
Aishwarya Mahajan

Abstract Background CAPOS syndrome (cerebellar ataxia, areflexia, pescavus, optic atrophy, and sensorineural hearing loss) is a rare congenital autosomal dominant disorder. The resulting neurological sequelae of impairments are progressive in nature and may interfere with functional independence, performing activities of daily living (ADL’s), and subsequently, affecting the quality of life (QOL). Since it is an extremely rare disorder, there is a severe dearth in the literature about how specific physiotherapy interventions may affect their functional status. Therefore, our objective was to investigate the effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and Frenkel’s coordination exercises on functional recovery in a patient with CAPOS syndrome. Case presentation We herein present a case of a 25-year-old Indian male with complaints of generalized body weakness, difficulty visualizing distant objects, nystagmus, progressive sensorineural deafness, and ataxia. He was rehabilitated with a structured/customized physiotherapy protocol consisting of PNF approach and coordination exercises for 4 weeks, 6 days/week, 60 min daily. An improvement in overall functional performance of patient as per post-intervention scores of manual muscle testing, trunk control measurement scale, functional independence measure (components of self-care, transfers, and locomotion), and decline in severity of ataxia on scale for assessment and rating of ataxia scale was observed. Conclusion PNF and Frenkel’s exercises resulted in an improvement in overall functional performance of the patient. Improvement was observed in post-test scores of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT), Trunk Control Measurement Scale (TCMS), and Functional Independence Measure (FIM) for the components of self-care, transfers, and locomotion. Additionally, results also showed a decline in severity of ataxia on post-test scores of scale for the assessment and rating of ataxia (SARA) scale (i.e., from severe to moderate).


2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (6) ◽  
pp. 030006052110106
Author(s):  
Wenrui Li ◽  
Saisai Cao ◽  
Renming Zhu ◽  
Xueming Chen

Ovarian vein thrombosis (OVT) is a rare medical disorder, which is most often found in the immediate postpartum period. OVT is rarely considered idiopathic. We report a case of idiopathic OVT with pulmonary embolism in a 33-year-old woman who presented with abdominal pain. Computed tomography and postoperative pathology confirmed the diagnosis of idiopathic OVT. To date, only 12 cases of idiopathic OVT have been reported. In this case report, we present a summary of these cases and a review of literature regarding management of idiopathic OVT.


2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
pp. 030006052098670
Author(s):  
Teresa Paolucci ◽  
Francesco Agostini ◽  
Andrea Bernetti ◽  
Marco Paoloni ◽  
Massimiliano Mangone ◽  
...  

Objective To examine the pain-reducing effects of intra-articular oxygen–ozone (O2O3) injections and mechanical focal vibration (mFV) versus O2O3 injections alone in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Methods Patients with chronic pain (>6 weeks) due to knee osteoarthritis (II–III on the Kellgren–Lawrence scale) were consecutively enrolled and divided into two groups: O2O3 (n = 25) and O2O3-mFV (n = 24). The visual analog scale (VAS), Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), and Medical Research Council (MRC) Manual Muscle Testing scale were administered at baseline (before treatment), after 3 weeks of treatment, and 1 month after the end of treatment. Patients received three once-weekly intra-articular injections of O2O3 into the knee (20 mL O3, 20 μg/mL). The O2O3-mFV group also underwent nine sessions of mFV (three sessions per week). Results The VAS score, KOOS, and MRC score were significantly better in the O2O3-mFV than O2O3 group. The within-group analysis showed that all scores improved over time compared with baseline and were maintained even 1 month after treatment. No adverse events occurred. Conclusion An integrated rehabilitation protocol involving O2O3 injections and mFV for 3 weeks reduces pain, increases autonomy in daily life activities, and strengthens the quadriceps femoris.


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