[Alexithymia in vibration disease patients]

Area of Science:

• Neuroscience
• Occupational Health

Background:

• Vibration disease is associated with neuropsychological changes.
• Alexithymia, characterized by emotional difficulties, is increasingly recognized in occupational health contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the prevalence and progression of alexithymia in vibration disease patients.
• To explore the relationship between alexithymia, neurological disorders, anxiety, and depression in this cohort.
• To assess the efficacy of nootropics in managing alexithymia symptoms during rehabilitation.

Main Methods:

• Neuro-psychological assessments were conducted.
• Vibration disease patients were compared to a reference group.
• The impact of nootropics on rehabilitation outcomes was evaluated.

Main Results:

• Alexithymia manifestations were significantly more frequent in vibration disease patients.
• Alexithymia severity increased with disease progression.
• Alexithymic traits correlated with neurological disorders, heightened anxiety, and depressive tendencies.
• Nootropic use enhanced rehabilitation efficiency in patients with alexithymia.

Conclusions:

• Alexithymia is a prevalent comorbidity in vibration disease, worsening over time.
• Effective management strategies, including nootropics, are crucial for improving patient outcomes and rehabilitation.