The benefit of physiotherapy in preventing post-burn sequelae- A case report
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Abstract
Background
Burn injuries require a multi-disciplinary approach including psychological, surgical and rehabilitative. Physiotherapy is proven to be extremely helpful in the recovery process of such patients. Rehabilitation also helps in preventing post-burn sequela which is responsible for hindering the process.
Patient Information
A 36-year old female presents with burn injury caused by flame at her house 4 months ago. She was admitted to a local hospital where she received initial treatment. However, no physiotherapy sessions were done at the time. She was discharged with primary treatment alone due to inability to pay hospital bills. Now, the patient has come to our hospital with contractures developed on her anterior neck, shoulders and elbows bilaterally. She is a case of 30 % TBSA and superficial and partial thickness burns. She was admitted for contracture release with flap reconstruction. After the surgery, physiotherapy call was started. The sessions included educating and counselling the patient and relatives, maintaining joint integrity, teaching anti-contracture positioning, respiratory hygiene and teaching home exercise program.
Conclusion
Physiotherapy treatment given in the acute phase has proven to be helpful in preventing post-burn sequelae to a variable degree according to the literature. It is helpful in maintaining range of motion, preventing contractures and improving quality of life. This thus results in decreased surgical intervention and early recovery.
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