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Aerobic exercise for a patient with chronic multisystem impairments
T L Kinney LaPier1, N Sirotnak, K Alexander
1Department of Physical Therapy, Idaho State University, Pocatello 83209-8002, USA. lapitany@isu.edu
Physical Therapy
|April 29, 1998
Summary
This case report details aerobic exercise for a patient with chronic multisystem impairments. A novel exercise approach showed appropriate physiological responses, highlighting its potential for managing inactive lifestyles in disabled individuals.
Area of Science:
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Patients with long-term disabilities often lead inactive lifestyles, increasing risks for chronic diseases and secondary disabilities.
- This case report focuses on aerobic exercise prescription for individuals with complex, chronic multisystem impairments.
Observation:
- A 43-year-old male with a history of traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, and heterotopic ossification underwent a specialized aerobic exercise program.
- The patient had a history of smoking, adding complexity to his health profile.
Findings:
- A non-traditional exercise modality, utilizing an apparatus for alternating upper and lower extremity movement, was implemented.
- Over 12 sessions in one month, the patient exhibited appropriate acute and chronic physiological adaptations to the exercise stimulus.
Implications:
- This case illustrates a safe and effective aerobic exercise prescription for a patient with significant neurological and orthopedic challenges.
- The findings suggest that tailored, non-traditional exercise modes can be beneficial for improving physiological responses in patients with chronic disabilities.