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Early Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Improves Swallowing and Speech Function in a Patient With Amyotrophic Lateral
Yue Hu1, Yun Lu1, Danmei Lan1
1Department of Neurology and Neurological Rehabilitation Shanghai Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital (Shanghai Sunshine Rehabilitation Center), School of Medicine, Tongji University Shanghai China.
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disease for which there is a lack of effective treatment. This case report describes a 49-year-old male with ALS who presented with dysphagia, dysarthria, dyskinesia, sleep disorders, anxiety, and depression. Following 45 days of early multidisciplinary rehabilitation, the patient demonstrated significant improvement in swallowing and speech function, alleviation of non-motor symptoms, and maintenance of motor function. Notably, he retained the ability to consume soft foods at a two-year follow-up. This case highlights the vital role of early multidisciplinary rehabilitation in the comprehensive management of ALS.
