[How to maintain the motor capacities in neuromuscular disorders or the art to prescribe physical exercises].
Optimum management of non-acquired neuromuscular disorders requires a multidisciplinary approach in order to prevent secondary complications related to the progression of the disease and to maintain the patient's independency in daily activities. For treatments, the physiotherapists and occupational therapists must have precise and measurable goals to quantify muscle strength and functions in conjunction with a specialist in neurorehabilitation. Examples of simple motor scores or scales are given in order to transmit precise information to the GP and the multidisciplinary team, and type of orthosis and physiotherapy programmes are given as pieces of advice to assume the follow-up of patients.
Philippe
P
Vuadens
Thierry
T
Kuntzer
Andreas
A
Mühl
D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D053580:Muscle Strength; D009468:Neuromuscular Diseases / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000628:therapy*; D009989:Orthotic Devices; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities