Physical Therapist Management Following Rotator Cuff Repair for a Patient With Postpolio Syndrome

Author:

Carlson Mary1,Hadlock Tana2

Affiliation:

1. M Carlson, PT, PhD, is Associate Professor, Physical Therapy Program, University of Texas at El Paso, 1101 N Campbell, El Paso, TX 79902 (USA)

2. T Hadlock, MA, OTR, is Instructor, Occupational Therapy Program, Yamaguchi Health and Welfare College, Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

Abstract

Background and PurposePostpoliomyelitis sequelae, such as gait instability and progressive weakness, predispose people with postpolio syndrome to secondary disabilities. With aging, people who depend on their upper extremities to accommodate lower-extremity deficits may anticipate overuse injuries. The purpose of this case report is to describe the use of mobilization and exercise in postoperative rehabilitation of rotator cuff surgery on a patient with postpolio syndrome.Case DescriptionA 48-year-old woman with postpolio syndrome had rotator cuff surgical repair followed by physical therapy intervention. Maitland mobilization and mild functional exercises were chosen to avoid triggering fatigue.OutcomesMeasurements taken preoperatively, before and after physical therapy intervention, and 2 years after intervention showed return to independent status with excellent retention.DiscussionNo fatigue or overuse weakness was encountered. This is the first case report to document physical therapy following rotator cuff repair in a patient with postpolio syndrome.

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Subject

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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