Rehabilitation across the lifespan for individuals with arthrogryposis
doi: 10.1002/ajmg.c.31729
pmid: 31397084
Rehabilitation across the lifespan for individuals with arthrogryposis
AbstractArthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) can be a perplexing diagnosis that consists of limited range of motion (ROM) and decreased muscle strength in multiple joints. The person with AMC often possesses a certain tenacity and “spunk” that assists them with adjusting and adapting to the realities of daily life. The rehabilitation process assists the individual with AMC in achieving and maintaining the maximal active and passive range of motion and strength in order to participate in activities of daily living (ADL) throughout the developmental stages. The result of this life‐long process is greatly impacted by collaboration among the multidisciplinary teams. Ultimately, rehabilitation should focus on three levels of treatment: (a) body structure, (b) activity, and (c) participation. This article describes rehabilitation across the lifespan—focusing on the therapeutic needs in the infant, toddler, school age and teenage/adult years—while also highlighting opportunities for improvement.
- McGill University Canada
- University of British Columbia Canada
- Karolinska Institute Sweden
- Jagiellonian University Medical College Poland
- Jagiellonian University Poland
Arthrogryposis, Activities of Daily Living, Longevity, Humans, Range of Motion, Articular
Arthrogryposis, Activities of Daily Living, Longevity, Humans, Range of Motion, Articular
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