81. Post-polio Syndrome: The Sequel - Polio: Combating The Crippler - CBC Archives polio victims relive their nightmare as old symptoms return. http://archives.cbc.ca/IDC-1-75-363-2005/science_technology/polio/clip6

document.write(""); document.write(""); Search the Archives site Advanced Search Home Science and Technology Polio: Combating the Crippler Post-polio syndrome: The sequel Click to Activate Topic Timeline Broadcast March 10, 1986 Post-polio syndrome: The sequel Return to: Previous clip Polio: Combating the Crippler Next ... clip 5 Additional Clips about Polio: Combating the Crippler LINKS Topic from Les Archives de Radio-Canada on the same subject Le combat contre la polio Related Topics from CBC's Archives Thalidomide: Bitter Pills, Broken Promises External sites A Science Odyssey: Paralysing Polio - Comic book story about eradicating polio from PBS. Biography Jonas Salk from Time magazine. March of Dimes Home Page World Without Polio - from UNICEF ... Herculean Efforts - history of Connaught and the Canadian polio vaccine story. The CBC assumes no responsibility for the content of external links. Privacy Decades after the last Canadian polio outbreak in 1959, a new medical condition revisits polio survivors. Some of these symptoms include extreme fatigue, muscle weakness, muscle and joint pain, and muscular atrophy. Post-polio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that strikes polio survivors anywhere from 10 to 40 years after recovery from the initial attack. Doctors believe PPS is caused by further weakening of the muscles previously damaged by polio.

82. Illnesses And Disabilities - Polio And Post-Polio Syndrome Federal resource postpolio syndrome Fact Sheet - This publication There continue to be cases of post-polio syndrome in those who have survived polio. http://www.4woman.gov/wwd/wwd.cfm?page=72

83. Baptist Hospital East : Services - Post-Polio Syndrome Clinic The postpolio syndrome Clinic at Baptist Hospital East is designed to provide comprehensive care to people suffering from the late effects of poliomyelitis http://www.baptisteast.com/120000.cfm

var gMenuControlID=0; var menus_included = 0; var jsPageAuthorMode = 0; var jsSessionPreviewON = 1; var jsDlgLoader = '/loader.cfm'; var jsSiteID = 12; var jsSubSiteID = 1; var kurrentPageID = 868; document.CS_StaticURL = "http://www.baptisteast.com/"; document.CS_DynamicURL = "http://www.baptisteast.com/"; Member Sign In Visitors/Patients Physicians/Clinicians Employees Search: About Baptist Services Education Health Information ... Contact Us Printer Friendly Send to a Friend Post-Polio Syndrome Clinic About Post-Polio Syndrome For most people today, polio means nothing more than a vaccine children receive while very young. Those born after the 1950s don't remember the terrible epidemics that scourged the southeastern and northeastern United States during the '40s and '50s, disabling and killing thousands of individuals. It was not until 1955 that a vaccine was discovered which successfully stopped the dreaded disease. By 1960, the incidence of polio had dropped by 92 percent and today, no more than 12 cases a year are reported. However, the legacy of polio lives on. In the mid-1970s, adults who had had polio as children started reporting new, unexplained symptoms:

84. UAB Health System | Post-Polio Syndrome postpolio syndrome is a condition that affects polio survivors anywhere from 10 The severity of post-polio syndrome depends on how seriously you were http://www.health.uab.edu/show.asp?durki=61523&site=734&return=18687

85. Post-Polio Syndrome postpolio syndrome. by Michelle Badash, MS. Definition. post-polio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that affects polio survivors. About 20-40% of people who http://healthgate.partners.org/browsing/browseContent.asp?fileName=11613.xml&tit

86. Marihuana And Post-Polio Syndrome Marijuana and postpolio syndrome. by Anonymous. Before the development of effective vaccines, about 20000 people developed polio in the United States each http://www.rxmarihuana.com/post_polio.htm

Marijuana and Post-Polio Syndrome by Anonymous I I was born in Tanzania in 1948 and came down with a fever at the age of ten months. Ever since recovering, I have walked with a limp. According to my mother, a registered nurse, no one was sure exactly what disease it was. We usually referred to it as "sleeping sickness" (encephalitis), but recent consultations with a neurologist have persuaded me that it was polio I first used cannabis as part of the social ritual of my circle of friends in the early 1970s. I knew that it felt good, but did not connect it specifically with the treatment of post-polio syndrome until recently, when I read about its use for relief of multiple sclerosis and other neurological ailments and became convinced that it was beneficial for my symptoms. The residual effects of polio include muscle weakness, fatigue, spasms, and pain. Cannabis has an immediate effect on the strength of my right leg, the most obviously affected limb. When I am fatigued, my limp is more pronounced and my foot drags. When I smoke, my leg and foot immediately feel much stronger and the limp is less noticeable. This effect lasts at least several hours. Though I cannot provide scientific confirmation, I am convinced that my regular use of cannabis has prevented the severe symptoms reported by other polio survivors. I cannot compare cannabis with conventional drugs, since I have never had any drugs prescribed for my condition.

87. Post-Polio Syndrome postpolio syndrome is characterized by a history of poliomyelitis (polio) at post-polio syndrome affects about 20 percent of people who have recovered http://www.spinalcord.ar.gov/Publications/FactSheets/sheets16-20/fact20.html

Online Services Privacy Accessibility Security Fact Sheet 20: Post-Polio Syndrome Reader: Family Alternate Names: Late Effects of Polio; Post-Polio Muscular Atrophy; Post-Polio Sequelae. Description: Post-Polio Syndrome is characterized by a history of Poliomyelitis (Polio) at least ten years previously, and partial recovery of function was achieved. The syndrome is a development of progressive weakness in the muscles for which there is no other definite cause and leads to a gradual decline in health and functioning. Poliomyelitis (Infantile Paralysis or "Polio") is an acute virus infection most often affecting children. It may occur in individual cases or in epidemic outbreaks. The disorder is caused by a virus that affects parts of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). Muscles no longer receive strong nerve signals telling them how to move. The result is paralysis that can be life threatening when it affects breathing and swallowing. Painful muscle spasms in arms and legs may also occur. Recovery from a serious bout with Polio is slow and effects, such as limb and body weakness and paralysis, can last a lifetime. The Salk and Sabin vaccines, introduced in the 1950s and 1960s have virtually eliminated Polio in the United States and have greatly reduced its incidence throughout the world. Post-Polio Syndrome affects about 20 percent of people who have recovered from Poliomyelitis more than 10 years previously. Symptoms can appear 30 or more years after onset of Polio.

88. Job Accommodation Network postpolio syndrome (PPS). polio (poliomyelitis) is a disorder caused by a viral infection (poliovirus) that can affect the whole body, including muscles http://www.jan.wvu.edu/soar/other/polio.html

Job Accommodation Network's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR) Accommodation Ideas Post-Polio Syndrome (PPS) Polio (poliomyelitis) is a disorder caused by a viral infection (poliovirus) that can affect the whole body, including muscles and nerves. Severe cases may cause permanent paralysis or death. Polio occurs worldwide; however, no cases of polio have been reported in the United States in recent years (the last case of non-vaccine related polio acquired in the United States was in 1979). Just as symptoms may vary from person to person, so may the need for job accommodation. Accommodation ideas for individuals with PPS: Difficulty Performing Activities of Daily Living: Eating aids grooming aids , and other independent living aids may help. Managing Fatigue and Weakness: An individual with PPS may benefit from a flexible work schedule, liberal use of leave time, being allowed to work from home, a reduction or elimination of physical exertion and workplace stress, scheduled rest breaks away from the workstation, and using ergonomic equipment to implement ergonomic workstation design.

89. Ability Maine: Post-Polio Syndrome Guide postpolio syndrome Recently Published Medical Articles This is a list of medical articles on post-polio syndrome published from 1990 to 07/01/2002. http://www.abilitymaine.org/guides/postpolio.html

Post-Polio Syndrome Guide The information below is intended to help you locate relevant health, medical and personal resources on Post-Polio Syndrome. The links are the most current that we could locate for you. We hope you find them helpful in your search for information. -Russell Anderson Ability Maine does not imply endorsement of these sites, their content or products. Use of this information is intended only for educational purposes, as reference points to prompt your search for accurate information pertaining to your personal issues around Post-Polio Syndrome. Professional advice or consultation should be sought from a qualified and licensed practitioner when inquiring about medical services. Maine Resources Post Polio Support Group of Maine (PPSGM) The Post Polio Support Group of Maine is a private, non-profit 501 [c] (3) organization. We offer the latest information on the late effects of polio to more than nine hundred polio survivors, their families, and health care providers throughout Northern New England and parts of Canada. Support for our work comes from donations from the public and from a grant furnished by the Pine Tree Society. http://www.ppsgm.org/

90. Shepherd Center: Post-polio Syndrome postpolio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that strikes some polio People who have post-polio syndrome have years of experience dealing with polio. http://www.shepherd.org/shepherdhomepage.nsf/0/27c16ecf2746f47085256992006d0dde?

91. Post-polio Syndrome post polio syndrome (PPS), a condition that may develop several decades after you have had polio, affects http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/tf6265.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center XML News via RSS Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Health Tools Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map You are in Medical Library Our Content Sources Ask A Question Clinical Trials Health Guide A-Z Health Topics Symptoms Medical Tests Medications ... Support Organizations Post-polio syndrome Post-polio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that can develop several decades after a person has had polio (poliomyelitis). PPS affects the muscles and nerves, causing weakness, tiredness, pain, and other symptoms. Unlike polio, post-polio syndrome is not contagious. Muscles whose nerves were damaged by polio are the ones that are affected by PPS. If the muscles of the throat or chest were affected, for instance, a person may develop swallowing or breathing problems. Symptoms of PPS tend to develop very slowly. In addition to new muscle weakness, fatigue, and muscle and joint pain, symptoms may include sleep problems, reduced ability to tolerate cold temperatures, and increased stress. Treatment for post-polio syndrome may include a balanced program of rest and exercise, pain medications, physical therapy, and assistive devices such as canes or braces.

92. AIDS - Post-polio Syndrome These new health problems are referred to as postpolio syndrome or PPS. While PPS has been extensively studied and publicized in developed countries, http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/TOPICS/EXTHEALTHNUTRITIONANDPOPULATION/

var templatePathPrefix = "http://siteresources.worldbank.org/"; Home Site Map Index FAQs ... Topics Search HIV/AIDS All Home Topics AIDS News Post-polio Syndrome Overview Topics Related Links Contacts Resources Advisory Services Learning Programs FAQs Contact Us ... Journalists Post-polio Syndrome Sponsor: Human Development Network, invite you to attend a presentation and discussion on: Post-polio Syndrome Who: Lauro S. Halstead MD, MPH Director of the Post-Polio Program When: Thursday February 24, 2005  12:30 - 2:00 PM Where: World Bank, G Building, Room  8-220 Chair: Kees Kostermans Lead Public Health Specialist Please RSVP by Thursday, February 18th Interested external guests, please RSVP via email or phone to: Asuka Sato phone: email : asato@worldbank.org Background: As a result of aggressive vaccination programs, acute paralytic polio has been almost completely eliminated from the globe. However, it is estimated that there are still as many as 20 million polio survivors worldwide. Of this number, approximately 50% are experiencing new health problems many years later new weakness, intense fatigue, and pain related to their old polio resulting in unexpected loss of function and, often, life-changing disability. These new health problems are referred to as post-polio syndrome or PPS. While PPS has been extensively studied and publicized in developed countries, it remains largely unknown and, therefore, undiagnosed and untreated in developing countries.

93. Post-Polio Syndrome - Patient UK postpolio syndrome - Patient UK. A directory of UK health, disease, illness and related medical websites that provide patient information. http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/40002385/

PatientPlus articles are written for doctors and so the language can be technical. However, some people find that they add depth to the articles found in the other sections of this website which are written for non-medical people. Post-Polio Syndrome Definition and Aetiology Post-polio syndrome is the onset of new neurological manifestations that occur in patients, 30 to 40 years after the occurrence of acute poliomyelitis. Accepted criteria for diagnosis of post polio syndrome are: Prior history of poliomyelitis Stable period after recovery. Residual disability. New muscle weakness , and there may be new muscle atrophy One hypothesis believes it is due to slow deterioration of previously rejuvenated motor neurons (some say simply due to aging). Initial recovery leads to sprouting of many new nerve endings, and such large motor units place stress on the neuronal cell body, which in time cannot maintain the increased metabolic demands. Recovery a second time occurs in some fibres, but eventually with denervation exceeding reinnervation nerve terminals are destroyed, and permanent weakness occurs. This is consistent with the slow, stepwise, but unpredictable progression. Other hypotheses include reactivation of latent virus, or motor neurone infection with a different enterovirus.

94. Post-Polio Syndrome- Health Encyclopedia And Reference postpolio syndrome Symptoms, Treatments and Medications. http://www.healthcentral.com/encyclopedia/408/334/PostPolio_Syndrome.html

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95. American Fitness: Post-polio Syndrome: Can It Be Managed? - CEU Corner Full text of the article, postpolio syndrome can it be managed? - CEU Corner from American Fitness, a publication in the field of Health Fitness, http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0675/is_6_21/ai_113852521

@import url(/css/us/style1.css); @import url(/css/us/searchResult1.css); @import url(/css/us/articles.css); @import url(/css/us/artHome1.css); Advanced Search Home Help IN free articles only all articles this publication Automotive Sports 10,000,000 articles - not found on any other search engine. FindArticles American Fitness Nov-Dec 2003 Content provided in partnership with 10,000,000 articles Not found on any other search engine. Related Searches Post-polio syndrome / Prevention Poliomyelitis / Diagnosis Poliomyelitis / Prevention Featured Titles for AAACN Viewpoint ABNF Journal, The AIDS Treatment News AMAA Journal ... View all titles in this topic Hot New Articles by Topic Automotive Sports Top Articles Ever by Topic Automotive Sports Post-polio syndrome: can it be managed? - CEU Corner American Fitness Nov-Dec, 2003 by Gregory L. Welch Save a personal copy of this article and quickly find it again with Furl.net. It's free! Save it. Summary * Polio is caused by a virus that leads to motor neuron damage and death. * Pain, fatigue and muscle weakness can occur in polio patients as much as 40 years after their initial infection. * Post-polio is considered a chronic syndrome associated with progressive muscle weakness and fatigue after motor neuron death.

96. Journal Of Rehabilitation: Post-polio Syndrome: Issues And Strategies For Rehabi Full text of the article, postpolio syndrome issues and strategies for rehabilitation counselors - post-polio syndrome from Journal of Rehabilitation, http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0825/is_2_68/ai_87078143

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97. Ontario March Of Dimes - Post-Polio Program postpolio syndrome post-polio syndrome - What is it? post-polio syndrome, or the late effects of polio, are the names given to new health problems http://www.dimes.on.ca/programs/pp_services.asp?sect=polio

98. SAPP-Post-Polio Syndrome SAPP Saskatchewan Awareness of post polio Society Inc. postpolio syndrome. (reprinted from The Canadian Journal of Diagnosis, Nov 1991) http://www.sfn.saskatoon.sk.ca/health/polio/pps.html

Saskatchewan Awareness of Post Polio Society Inc. Post-Polio Syndrome (reprinted from The Canadian Journal of Diagnosis, Nov 1991) Approximately one in five survivors of poliomyelitis will experience a recurrence of muscle weakness and fatigue in the form of post-polio syndrome. Patients most commonly present to physicians after noticing a marked change in their ability to perform relatively simple physical activities. A properly designed exercise program will aid in replenishing lost strength in affected muscles. There is little that will strike fear into the heart of a polio survivor as much as a feeling that the dreaded symptoms of poliomyelitis are returning. In approximately 20% of individuals who had polio during the epidemics of the 1940's and 1950's, however, this fear is returning, as these polio survivors experience post-polio syndrome (PPS). The characteristic features of PPS are the presence of gradually increasing muscle weakness and fatigue, felt in the same muscles that had been affected by polio and had recovered, associated with a sensation of generalized fatigue. Muscle and joint pain are also common complaints and should be considered as possibly being caused by PPS if other symptoms are present. Muscle Weakness and fatigue Two presentations of muscle weakness can be encountered. The first is a weakness which has been present since polio and has caused a significant decrease in limb function after recovery from acute poliomyelitis. This is the weakness that caused a perpetual limp, or inability to perform the activities expected from a normally functioning arm or leg because of only partial recovery of muscle function after polio. In this type of infirmity, the patient has noted a significant increase in the weakness over the past two to three years, rendering the corresponding limb almost useless.

99. Post-Polio Syndrome - Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington postpolio syndrome - Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. http://www.swedish.org/14504.cfm

PDF Version Search Send-to-Friend Health Library Home ... Conditions InBrief Post-Polio Syndrome by Michelle Badash, MS Definition Causes Risk Factors ... Organizations Definition Post-polio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that affects polio survivors. About 20-40% of people who recover from polio will later develop PPS. The onset of PPS may occur anywhere from 10 to 40 years after the initial polio attack. It may slowly progress for up to ten years. Causes The exact cause of PPS is unknown. It is not due to renewed progression of the original polio infection. However, long-term damage to nerve and muscle cells caused by the polio infection may contribute to the development of PPS. Risk Factors A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. The only risk factor for PPS is a previous polio attack. Symptoms Symptoms may include: Fatigue Slowly progressive muscle weakness Muscular atrophy Muscle spasms Joint pain Muscle pain Skeletal deformities, such as scoliosis Difficulty swallowing, breathing, or sleeping Intolerance to heat or cold Speech problems The severity of the initial polio attack may indicate how severe the symptoms of PPS will be.

100. A New Face For An Old Enemy: Post-Polio Syndrome - Swedish Medical Center, Seatt A New Face for an Old Enemy postpolio syndrome - Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. http://www.swedish.org/16205.cfm

PDF Version Search Send-to-Friend Health Library Home A New Face for an Old Enemy: Post-Polio Syndrome by Barbra Williams Cosentino RN, CSW Although new cases of polio were essentially eradicated in the early 1960s, the lingering effects of this devastating disease can prevail well into middle age. Forty years after surviving a childhood bout of poliomyelitis (polio), 53-year-old Michael B. began experiencing a medley of uncomfortable, frightening and debilitating symptoms. It started with an overall sense of bone-crushing fatigue, and was soon followed by joint pain and muscle weakness. Finally, when the pain and exhaustion became overwhelming, he went to his physician, who diagnosed his problem as post-polio syndrome (PPS) A Debilitating Disease "Polio was America's summer terror," says Dr. Nancy Frick, a polio survivor and an expert on the long-term psychological effects of childhood polio. Summer epidemics of polio ravaged the Western industrial world during the 1940s and 1950s until the development of the Salk (1955) and Sabin (1961) vaccines. Poliomyelitis, also known as infantile paralysis, is an infectious disease caused by a virus that enters the gastrointestinal tract, then the bloodstream, and finally the central nervous system. Infected nerves in the brain and spinal cord stop working normally, which leads to weakness or paralysis of the muscles in the arms, legs, chest, diaphragm, and throat.

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