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Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome : Treatments

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Treatments List

Treatments could include:
  • Alcohol Rehabilitation and Detoxification

Treatments Overview Articles

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
The goals of treatment are to control symptoms as much as possible and to prevent the disorder from getting worse. Some people may need to stay in the hospital early in the condition to help control symptoms.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 13, 2008
Korsakoff's Syndrome
Treatment of both Korsakoff's and Wernicke's syndromes involves the immediate administration of thiamine. In fact, any individual who is hospitalized for any reason and who is suspected of being an alcoholic, should receive thiamine.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Treatments Articles

Thiamin
vitamin B-1, thiamin (U.S. spelling), thiamine (European spelling) Thiamin is a member of the B family of vitamins (B Complex). It was the first water-soluble vitamin discovered. Like all the B vitamins, thiamin (or vitamin B-1) is best known for its role in the production of energy. Although rare in the United States, beriberi is the most common disease associated with thiamin deficiency.
Source:StayWell
Physical Therapy
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.Organized physical therapy began during Wo...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Getting the Most From Physical Therapy
Physical therapists teach people recovering from surgery or with injuries, sprains or arthritis how to perform exercises that will help them gain strength and mobility and prevent recurring injury. Here are suggestions to help you get the most from physical therapy.
Source:StayWell
Physical Therapy Assisting
Coworkers may include physical therapists, other health care and rehabilitation professionals. Physical therapy aides also work with PTAs; aides perform a more limited range of functions, albeit similar, along with clerical, maintenance, and other...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Chest Physical Therapy
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.The purpose of chest phys...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Ask The Doctor (05-31-2007)
I was in a car accident four weeks ago. I have had physical therapy for the last three weeks and it seems to hurt more than it helps. I am still feeling pain and spasms. Can you suggest another option?
Source:StayWell
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