How can Physical Therapy help
Physical Therapy is essential in Multiple Sclerosis treatment. The Physical Therapist will assess the patient and build together a program of interventions that will address fatigue, weakness, coordination, balance issues in a way suitable for the patient. The Physical Therapist will counsel the patient throughout the program and help improve quality of life. Interventions applied :
In the patient's individualised program, goals are set that are appropriate for the patient's needs and abilities. The program is evaluated using gloably acceptable outcome measures, such as :
- Fatigue Severity Scale
- Berg Scale
- Timed Up and go test
- Coordination tests
- Νευρολογική εξέταση
The success of the program is based on the communication with patient, and understaning his or her sensitivities. Empathy is vital for building trust and cooperation that will allow to achieve the goals of the program.
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References
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