Vestibular physiotherapy in Arnold-Chiari syndrome using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): case report
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https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.2317-0190.v30i1a193934Keywords:
Nervous System Diseases, Dizziness, Vertigo, Physical Therapy Modalities, RehabilitationAbstract
Objective: To investigate the effects of a Vestibular Physiotherapy (VP) protocol, according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model, in a patient with Arnold-Chiari syndrome type I sequelae on complaints of dizziness, oculomotor disorders, imbalance and the impact of dizziness on quality of life. Method: This is the case description of a 40-year-old patient who underwent a VP protocol into 44 sessions, up to twice a week. The protocol involved eye stabilization, oculomotor, habituation, static and dynamic balance exercises, which were performed through face-to-face clinical setting, remote assistance and home-based exercises. Assessments of the intensity of dizziness and imbalance, oculomotor system, static and dynamic balance and the impact of dizziness on quality of life were performed. The information collected in the initial assessment was converted into the ICF domains. Results: There was a reduction in the report of the intensity of dizziness and imbalance, in the distance from the near point of convergence, improvement in static postural balance, and started the practice of physical activities. However, the risk of falling was maintained in the dynamic balance test and also severe impairment on quality of life. Conclusions: The VP protocol, planned according to ICF, demonstrated positive results regarding the intensity of dizziness and imbalance, ocular convergence and static balance, with maintenance of the results regarding dynamic balance and quality of life in a patient with sequelae of Arnold-Chiari Syndrome. The results of this study may guide clinical management and future research related to this population.
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