VIVA 2 Flashcards
What is pregablin for?
peripheral and central neuropathic pain
What is sertraline for?
depressive illness
What is naproxen for?
Pain and inflammation in musculoskeletal disorders
What is cauda equine syndrome?
Compression on the collection of nerves at the bottom of the spinal cord
What is the cauda equina?
A bundle of lumbar and sacral roots that emerge from the termination of the spinal cord
These nerves serve sphincter muscles, sexual function, perineal sensation and motor function throughout lower limbs
Name some signs and symptoms of cauda equina relevant to the patient
Foot drop
saddle anaesthesia
Severe lower back pain with uni or bilateral weakness and/or sensation in legs
Name some red flags post spinal decompression surgery
leaking fluid or redness at the wound site
dressing becomes soaked with blood
you can’t pee or control your bladder
Severe headache
You cant move your legs
Stitches come out
fever of 38 degrees or above
sudden shortness of breath
Increasing pain, numbness or weakness in your legs, back or buttocks
What are the aims of physiotherapy post spinal decompression surgery
Proprioception
Decreased pain
Joint mobility
Fitness
strength
Improve clinical symptoms and return to normal functioning
What is spastic paraplegia?
It is a group of inherited neurodegenerative disorders characterised by spasticity and weakness in lower extremities
Name some symptoms of spastic paraplegia
Problems peeing
Ataxia
Gradual weakness in legs
Spasticity
A lack of sensation in the feet
What is fibromyalgia
A long term condition that causes pain all over the body
It is thought to be related to abnormal levels of certain chemicals in the brain and changes in the way the CNS processes pain messages carried around the body
What are the treatments for fibromyalgia
medicines such as antidepressants
Talking therapies
Exercise programmes
Relaxation techniques
What are some of the symptoms of fibromyalgia
Headaches
irritable bowel syndrome
increased sensitivity to pain
feelings of frustration, worry or low mood
difficulty getting to or staying asleep
problems with mental processes such as difficulty concentrating or remembering things
What are some of the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome
feeling dizzy or sick
problems with thinking, memory and concentration
still feeling tired after resting or sleeping
headaches
Taking a long time to recover after physical activity
feeling extremely tired all the time
Muscle or joint pain
Fast or irregular heartbeats
Flu-like symptoms
sore throat
