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Guillain-barre Syndrome Learning Center

There is no cure for Guillain-Barre syndrome. However, many treatments are available to help reduce symptoms, treat complications, and speed up recovery.
Source:ADAM
Date:June 24, 2009
There is no direct treatment for GBS. Instead, treatments are used that support the patient with the disabilities caused by the disease. The progress of paralysis must be carefully monitored, in order to provide mechanical assistance for breathing...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Neurologists, immunologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nurses figure prominently in GBS treatment. The assistance of support groups such as the Guillen-Barré Syndrome Foundation International can also be a useful adjunct to...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Plasmapheresis is a blood purification procedure used to treat several autoimmune diseases. It is also known as therapeutic plasma exchange.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those suffering from injuries, disabilities, or disease.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
The professional field consists of skilled health care providers who work under the direction or supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapists. Their role is to facilitate care and treatment of patients with injuries, diseases, or dis...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Chest physical therapy is the term for a group of treatments designed to improve respiratory efficiency, promote expansion of the lungs, strengthen respiratory muscles, and eliminate secretions from the respiratory system.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure to create an opening through the neck into the trachea (windpipe. A tube is usually placed through this opening to provide an airway and to remove secretions from the lungs. This tube is called a tracheostomy...
Source:ADAM
Date:January 16, 2009
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