Poliomyelitis (commonly referred to as polio) has typically been considered a chronic, yet stable disease. Many polio survivors are now experiencing symptoms of fatigue, weakness and pain, which are often debilitating and having a profound effect of their quality of life. These symptoms, that are affecting the individual years after their recovery from their initial episode of polio, are commonly referred to as the “Late Effects of Polio".
Polio survivors represent a significant group in the Queensland population and have the potential to develop new chronic impairment and disabilities due to the “Late Effects of Polio”.
About the Manual
This web site contains the manual "The Late Effects of Polio: Resource Manual for Medical and Allied Health Professionals". This web site was developed so that the information contained in the manual can be downloaded and made available to all Queensland Health employees.
The manual aims to present contemporary concepts for the assessment, diagnosis and management of the client with a history of polio. It endeavours to assist the health professional to deal with many of the issues these clients may present with.
A multidisciplinary approach to the assessment and management of these clients is necessary due to the complex range of symptoms that these individuals experience. All individuals with a history of polio will benefit from comprehensive evaluation and management.
The web site (and manual) is divided into several sections:
This web site (and manual) is intended to provide the information and materials necessary to provide comprehensive management to the client with a history of polio. Assessment forms and handouts have been included.
Disclaimer
Although the information included on this web site (and manual) has been carefully reviewed, it is only a general guide. Management decisions should only be made subject to the clinician's judgement in each individual case. No responsibility is accepted by the authors for adverse outcomes resulting from clients or clinicians acting on the recommendations contained in this web site (and manual).
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