Problem based physiotherapy intervention program in managing chest and mobility issues in an acute case of Guillain Barre Syndrome

Fatimah Kazi, Mohammed Irshad Qureshi, Rakesh Krishna Kovela*

Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Wardha, Maharashtra, India

ABSTRACT

Guillain - Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare neurological condition described as demyelination of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) as a result of an immune system attack. In about 70 percent of patients, it is characterized by acute paralysis, and when the respiratory system is involved, it could become more life threatening for the patient. A further complication due to peripheral nerve demyelination greatly decreases the functional capacity of the patient to perform everyday activities. The present case report is of a 58-year-old male admitted into the hospital with history of weakness and impaired motor skills. Physiotherapy intervention primarily focussed on strength and functional activities. The primary objective of this case study was to determine the reaction of the patient to physiotherapy for reinforcement and functional tasks. In terms of strength and also functional tasks, we would like to conclude that the patient's response in the initial stages of recovery was profoundly sound.

Keywords:

Physiotherapy; Guillain-Barré Syndrome; Mobility issues; Rehabilitation; Problem-oriented training; Early Recovery