Optimizing physical therapy for ankylosing spondylitis: A case study in a young football player

Tricás-Moreno, J. M. (Universidad de Zaragoza) ; Lucha-López, M. O. (Universidad de Zaragoza) ; Lucha-López, A. C. ; Salavera-Bordás, C. ; Vidal-Peracho, C.

Resumen: Purpose] Ankylosing spondylitis is prevalent in men. Modern and expert consensus documents include physical therapy among the strategies for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis. This study aimed to describe the physical therapy approach in an athlete with ankylosing spondylitis. Subject and Methods] The patient, refractory to treatment with anti-inflammatory medication, showed pelvic and lumbar pain and joint, muscle, and functional disorders, which were treated with orthopedic joint mobilization, dry needling, exercise, and wholebody hyperthermia. Results] After the treatment, pain relief, normal joint mobility, improved muscle function, and return to activities of daily living and competitive sporting activities were recorded. Conclusion] The literature provides evidence for the use of joint mobilization techniques; however, no previous studies have used the same techniques and methods. There is no previous evidence for the use of dry needling in this pathology. Exercise therapy has a higher level of evidence, and guidelines with scientific support were followed. This research confirms the effectiveness of hyperthermia for arthritis. The early stage of ankylosing spondylitis, and the young age, good overall condition, and cooperative attitude of the patient led to positive outcomes. In conclusion, a favorable response that promoted the remission of the disease was observed.

Idioma: Inglés

DOI: 10.1589/jpts.28.1392

Año: 2016

Publicado en: Journal of Physical Therapy Science 28, 4 (2016), 1392-1397
ISSN: 0915-5287

Factor impacto SCIMAGO: 0.504 - Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation (Q2)

Tipo y forma: Article (Published version)

Área (Departamento): Área Enfermería (Dpto. Fisiatría y Enfermería)
Área (Departamento): Área Fisioterapia (Dpto. Fisiatría y Enfermería)