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Vocational implications of post-polio syndrome.

Authors :
Elrod, Lisa M.
Jabben, Merten
Oswald, Gina
Szirony, Gary Michael
Source :
Work; 2005, Vol. 25 Issue 2, p155-161, 7p, 1 Diagram
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Of more than 1,000,000 survivors of poliomyelitis living in the United States, about 80% experience symptoms associated with post-polio syndrome (PPS). New weakness, fatigue, and pain are the most common symptoms that may appear years after acute polio. PPS is reported to be the most prevalent progressive neuromuscular disease in North America. The physical symptoms of PPS can be severe enough to decrease an individual's quality of life, significantly alter work function, and impose lifestyle changes. The psychological implications of battling once again with a disease that had stabilized decades ago can be devastating. Rehabilitation physicians and counselors knowledgeable of post-polio syndrome and its possible impact on employment can have a positive influence on persons with PPS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10519815
Volume :
25
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Work
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
17950273