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Physiotherapy case reports on three people with progressive supranuclear palsy
Mariana Mateus1, Alexandre Castro Caldas2
1NeuroSer, Lisbon, Portugal.
Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience
|December 25, 2023
Summary
Physiotherapy is recommended for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) patients to improve function and quality of life. Early intervention can reduce falls and enhance gait and balance, slowing disability progression.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease.
- PSP significantly impacts patient functionality and quality of life.
- Early intervention is crucial for managing PSP progression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of physiotherapy on patients with progressive supranuclear palsy.
- To assess changes in motor and non-motor symptoms following physiotherapy intervention.
- To determine the effectiveness of physiotherapy in reducing falls and improving gait and balance in PSP patients.
Main Methods:
- Case study of three patients diagnosed with PSP.
- Detailed observation of motor and non-motor symptoms.
- Assessment of clinical progression during physiotherapy intervention.
Main Results:
- Physiotherapy intervention led to a reduction in the number of falls.
- Improvements in gait and balance were observed in the initial years of intervention.
- Enhanced patient functionality and quality of life were noted.
Conclusions:
- Physiotherapy is a beneficial intervention for patients with PSP.
- Key goals of physiotherapy for PSP include enhancing functionality and reducing falls.
- Early and consistent physiotherapy can positively influence the clinical course of PSP.
