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Other Neuropathic Disorders

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how many types of GBS are there?   4  
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4 types of GBS   AIDP Miller Fischer syndrome Acute motor axonal syndrome Acute motor-sensory axonal syndrome  
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what is the best know acute neuropathy   Guillain Barre Syndrome  
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what is GBS commonly preceded by?   viral or bacterial infection (not always)  
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GBS causes elevated levels of ____ fluid protein   cerebrospinal  
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GBS is Due to an Autoimmune attack on the ____ nerves (demylination)   peripheral  
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___ nerves may be affected by GBS   cranial (facial and occulomotor most common)  
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Usually follow ____ infections or occur w/o previous illness   respiratory  
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when was GBS first discovered?   1976 followed vaccination against the swine flu, also other flu shots may trigger it.  
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mild vs severe GBS   Mild ->severe (ventilator) ->Death due to respiratory complications  
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May be life threatening, some improvement occurs in almost all, may be left with some disability. Maximum recovery is ___ years   2  
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meds for GBS   plasmaphoresis, immunoglobulin therapy, corticosteroids  
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Permanent weakness has usually resulted from prolonged periods of ____ during the acute phase   hypoxia  
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what 6 things should evaluation for GBS include?   strength tests -proximal weakness most common sensation-paresthesias ROM, balance, coordination, endurance pain -tenderness on pressure over affected muscles mobility tests reflex testing -may also be useful (deep reflexes are usually lost)  
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overwork weakness   overworking a pt with GBS in the early phases can lead to permanent damage to the axons, proceed with exercise carefully  
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GBS precautions   Vigorous strengthening exercises may aggravate the weakness or cause a relapse ***Avoid Overwork weakness!!!! Exhaustive endurance exercises may also cause a relapse Pressure ulcerations Autonomic Dysfunction  
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behavioral issues with GBS   not usually a problem there may be depression secondary to the pts disability, however, they usually get better unlike MS  
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how long does weakness from GBS last?   usually reversible over a period of two months to Two years.  
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If GBS onset is ___, the recovery is quicker.   acute  
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____ onset recovery is 1-2 yrs and may not fully recover   insidious  
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PT tx for GBS   Temporary Amb. aids- wrap ankle for dflex support. May need knee support Ambulation- Parallel bars->cane/no assistive device Neural Flossing/Nerve Gliding May need UE aids (reacher and hand splints  
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Tightness is prevented/corrected by ___ and ____   positioning and stretching  
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____ ____ may be essential during early phases of GB syndrome   Family training  
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home program considerations for GBS   make sure you do not give the patient too much, emphasize pacing and frequent rests  
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why does nerve gliding help decrease pain with movement for GBS pts?   helps the nerve move more freely within the myelin sheath  
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most common and fatal motor neuron disease for adults   ALS  
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ALS involves ___ and ____ motor neurons   upper, lower  
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manifestations of ALS   Flaccidity (LMN) and spasticity (UMN). As the disease progresses UMN signs may decrease  
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bulbar palsy   common with ALS Dysartheria, Dysphagia, drooling  
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onset of ALS   insidious  
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ALS is characterized by   degeneration and scarring of motor neurons  
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what SC cells are lost with ALS?   anterior horn  
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early sign of ALS   tongue and eye fasciculations  
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respiratory impairments from ALS   Fatigue, dyspnea with activity, sighing, morning headache  
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what % of ALS pts have significant cognitive impairments   40%  
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____ impairments are rare with ALS   sensory  
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diagnostics for ALS   Genetic Testing EMG Nerve Conduction Velocity testing Nerve and muscle biopsy Presence of LMN and UMN clinical signs  
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prognosis for ALS   Depending onset date but typically 5 year survival rate once diagnosed. Individuals with Bulbar lesions have worse prognosis  
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is there a cure for ALS?   no cure  
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___ can extend life of ALS pts by three months but many side effects   Rilutek  
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PT evaluation components for ALS   Cognition Psychosocial Pain – Visual analog scale ROM, joint integrity, muscle length Motor performance (MMT, endurance of muscle, Coordination, dexterity) Tone – Modified Ashworth Cranial Nerve assessment – See PTA 105 notes  
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___ weakness is common with ALS   cervical  
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respiratory assessment for ALS   Cough assessment Forced Vital Capacity – spirometer Aerobic capacity Chest excursions (will need ventilator eventually)  
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PT for ALS in early stages   improving impairment  
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PT for ALS in late stages   preventing contractures, edema, adhesive capsulitis  
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compensatory interventions for ALS   orthoses, w/c, assistive device, etc.  
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early preventative PT for ALS   preventing loss of ROM, slowing progression of decrease aerobic capacity, strength, etc.  
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later preventative PT for ALS   difficult – minimize complications  
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shoulder pain from ALS   adhesive capsulitis and muscle imbalances  
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PT for respiratory weakness from ALS   Caregiver training – quad cough, inspiratory muscle training  
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what can PT provide to help with LE weakness with ALS   AFO's, AD  
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how can PT help with decreased mobility with ALS   Functional training with AD Equip - Easy Pivot, Uplift seat  
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treatment for spasticity and cramps from ALS   Cryotherapy, stretches, positioning  
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is exercise safe for ALS?   Overuse atrophy does not occur with a MMT of 3/5 or greater Moderate exercise can increase grades of 3/5 or greater No heavy eccentric exercise  
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benefits of exercise for ALS   Exercise may produce psych and functional benefits  
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