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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Parsonage-Turner syndrome (PTS) is a rare brachial plexus neuropathy causing sudden upper extremity pain and weakness.
  • Limited research exists on occupational therapy (OT) interventions for PTS.

Observation:

  • A case report explored OT interventions for a 44-year-old female COVID-19 patient diagnosed with PTS.
  • The patient required ICU admission, intubation, and prone positioning.

Findings:

  • OT interventions resulted in 80-100% improvement in the affected upper extremity.
  • Manual muscle testing scores improved, with notable gains in grip, pinch, and fine motor coordination.
  • Qualitative data stressed the significance of sociocultural and psychosocial factors in OT for PTS.

Implications:

  • This study highlights effective OT interventions for a rare neurological condition.
  • Addressing sociocultural and psychosocial aspects may enhance patient outcomes in PTS rehabilitation.
  • Findings contribute to understanding occupational therapy's role in managing brachial plexus neuropathies.