Efficacy of Home Modification & Relaxation Exercise in Cervical Myelopathy: A Case Study
- October 26, 2019
- Posted by: RSIS
- Categories: IJRISS, Social Science
International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) | Volume III, Issue X, October 2019 | ISSN 2454–6186
Efficacy of Home Modification & Relaxation Exercise in Cervical Myelopathy: A Case Study
F.Ashfaq, B.Ejaz, S.Malik
Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Dow University of Health Sciences, Pakistan
Abstract:
Background: Cervical myelopathy (CM) is caused by narrowing of the cervical spinal canal. Some of its symptom can be treated without surgery such as collar or bracing are useful in treating neck immobilization, medications are used to reduce pain and inflammation.
Objective: This study aims to explore the Role of home modification& Relaxation exercise in improving the quality of life & psychological well-being of patient of cervical myelopathy.
Method: It’s a case study of patient of cervical myelopathy. On base line patient was assessed by WHOQOL, FIM, PSOM and HSSAT checklists. After completion of assessment; the patient was enrolled for therapy sessions.20 sessions were planned for desired results. After the completion of 20 sessions, patient was reassessed by same tools to measure the difference.
Results: home modification& relaxation exercise proved effective in improving quality of life and psychological well-being of patient. Her improvement was manifested by the final scores of WHOQOL, HSAT, PSOM and FIM.
Conclusion: This case study documented the role of home modification& Relaxation exercise in improving the quality of life and psychological well-being of patient of cervical myelopathy.
Keywords: Home Modification, Relaxation Exercise, Quality of Life &Psychological Well-being
I. INTRODUCTION
Cervical Myelopathy is a syndrome & dysfunction of spinal cord. It is mostly manifested by cord dysfunction (Poor balance, dexterity, paralysis and incontinence). Broad sign and symptoms are present in patients that largely depend upon the dysfunction and chronicity of spinal cord magnitude (Edward,et, al). Some patients because of weak fine motor skills are unable to perform self-care activities like grooming, dressing and feeding. They need a person who assists them for the performing of these basic daily living activities. This dependence definitely hurts their psyche.
