A Case Report of Becker Muscular Dystrophy and Stroke Who Successfully Regained Mobility With Robot-Assisted Gait Training

Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2024 Oct 1;103(10):e137-e140. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0000000000002511. Epub 2024 Apr 29.

Abstract

A 30-yr-old patient with Becker muscular dystrophy presented with stroke. Background issues of proximal weakness, dilated cardiomyopathy, and reduced endurance challenged the usual goal-setting and formulation of a stroke rehabilitation plan. We discuss the holistic rehabilitation program that this patient underwent, with a focus on the utilization of robot-assisted gait training that eventually led him to successfully regain mobility.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Exercise Therapy / methods
  • Gait Disorders, Neurologic / etiology
  • Gait Disorders, Neurologic / physiopathology
  • Gait Disorders, Neurologic / rehabilitation
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne* / complications
  • Muscular Dystrophy, Duchenne* / rehabilitation
  • Recovery of Function
  • Robotics*
  • Stroke / complications
  • Stroke Rehabilitation* / methods