Physiotherapy to improve functional independence in post-traumatic syringomyelia (pts): Case report

Abstract

A 27-year-old male presented with paralysis and tingling sensations in bilateral lower limbs. History revealed a D4-D6 spinal fixation secondary to a road traffic accident. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) diagnosed the case as post-traumatic syringomyelia secondary to spinal cord injury. Following the surgeon’s clearance, a targeted early rehabilitation intervention (TERI) for functional independence, bed mobility and transfers was initiated and continued for four weeks. Patient showed considerable improvements in Barthel index (40-85%) and Karnofsky Performance Status (20-70%). Physiotherapy Targeted early rehabilitation intervention can be a valuable adjunct to other management strategies in spinal cord lesions.

Keywords

• post-traumatic syringomyelia
• patient-centered
• functional independence
• teri