In neuromuscular diseases, physiotherapy plays a significant role alongside pharmacological treatments.
What is the purpose of physiotherapy in these conditions?
Neuromuscular diseases are muscle injuries that are the consequence of various pathological conditions. The development of the disease results in weakened muscle strength, flaccidity or even muscle atrophy. This is associated with the appearance of contractures and reduced motor function.
Physiotherapy in this type of condition aims primarily to maintain or restore mobility to the greatest extent possible. Each patient should have an individually tailored improvement exercise programme, the range of which is extensive.
Physiotherapists have at their disposal passive exercises, active exercises, isometric exercises, general mobility exercises, breathing exercises right through to locomotor training and massage. When dealing with patients suffering from neuromuscular diseases, in addition to prevention and improvement, it is also important to select appropriate technical aids as well as educating the patient's relatives.