PT 858: Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Case Study
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Abstract[edit | edit source]
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Client Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Examination Findings[edit | edit source]
Subjective[edit | edit source]
Patient Profile
The patient is a 25-year-old male who is completing his Master's of Science in Chemistry at a Canadian university. He was diagnosed with CMT type 1A by a neurologist at the at of 14. The patient has had an increased amount of ankle sprains in the past 6 months and self-referred to physiotherapy for treatment.
History of Present Illness
Past Medical History
Medications
Health Habits
Family History
Social History
The patient ran track and field in high school and continues to enjoy distance running. He lives alone in a one-bedroom apartment near to the university campus. There are stairs inside the building, but there is an elevator.
Functional History
Current Functional Status
Objective[edit | edit source]
Observation
Neurological Assessment
Superficial Sensations
Light touch
Pinprick
Deep Sensations
Proprioception
Vibration
Upper Motor Neuron Reflexes
Vitals
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Range of Motion
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Observational Gait Analysis
Outcome Measures