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Parsonage-Turner Syndrome and Occupational Therapy Interventions: A Case Report
Stephanie Roberts1, Abigail Skarbinski2, Jeanine Beasley2
1Department of Occupational Therapy, ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital, Weatherford, USA.
Cureus
|January 28, 2025
Summary
This case report details occupational therapy for Parsonage-Turner syndrome (PTS) in a COVID-19 patient. Interventions led to significant upper extremity recovery, highlighting the importance of holistic care.
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.
Keywords:
activities of daily livingbrachial plexus neuritishemiplegianeuralgic amyotrophyoccupational therapyshoulder painMore Related Videos
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