The Effect of the Physiotherapy Program in Autosomal Recessive Spastic Ataxia of Charlevoix Saguenay (ARSACS): A Case Report

Authors : Neslihan KARABACAK, Zubeyir SARI

Pages : 340-346

Doi:10.38079/igusabder.1159162

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Publication Date : 2023-04-29

Article Type : Other Papers

Abstract :Autosomal recessive spastic ataxia of Charlevoix Saguenay insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(ARSACS); is a rare neurodegenerative disease caused by a gene mutation. Cerebellar, pyramidal, and neuropathic symptoms have appeared in this disease. The patient participated in a two-week rehabilitation program for six weeks, which included strengthening, balance, proprioception exercises, and virtual reality games. Researchers performed an upper extremity coordination test, lower extremity endurance test, and balance test before- after treatment. Improvements in all measurements were observed and recorded.
Keywords : Ataksi, egzersiz, koordinasyon, postural denge

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