Case Study: PANS/PANDAS: 9-Year-Old Male
- 5 days ago
- 1 min read
Introduction
A 9 year-old presented to CFNC complaining of behavioral regression and sensory issues, anxiety and OCD, and hypotonia. He has a previous diagnosis of PANS/PANDAS and CIRS.
Examination
Upon examination, we found retained primitive reflexes, diminished reflexive eye movements to the right and down, and irregular pupillary light reflexes in both eyes.
Treatment
The patient was seen twice per week for six weeks. Treatment consisted of GyroStim, neurosensorimotor integration, peripheral nerve stimulation, Bemer therapy, red and near infrared light and interactive metronome.
Results
At his last check in, the patient reported that he has been able to keep up with peers during football, emotional regulation was improved, and sensory issues were improved. His coaches even noticed he came a long way with his balance, endurance, and strength!
Conclusion
Patients of all ages can benefit from functional neurology and individualized neuro rehab. Functional neurology has been shown to be effective for a wide range of conditions, including behavioral and sensory issues, anxiety, OCD, hypotonia and more. Every patient requires an individualized approach and targeted treatment to achieve optimal results. Please contact us to learn more or schedule a consultation.
