Year: 2025 | Month: February | Volume: 15 | Issue: 2 | Pages: 156-162
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20250221
Discovering an Expeditiously Accelerating Case of Motor Neuron Disease Electrophysiologically: A Case Report
Meghana Palkhade1, Thaiba Reinai2, Rahul Vadhel3, Satyajit Kumbhar4
1Associate Professor, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, SVJCT’s B.K.L Walawalkar College of Physiotherapy, Sawarde, Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra, India.
2Associate Professor, Department of Neurophysiotherapy, SVJCT’s B.K.L Walawalkar College of Physiotherapy, Sawarde, Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra, India.
3Assistant Professor, Department of Neurophysiotherapy, SVJCT’s B.K.L Walawalkar College of Physiotherapy, Sawarde, Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra, India.
4Assistant Professor, Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, SVJCT’s B.K.L Walawalkar College of Physiotherapy, Sawarde, Ratnagiri District, Maharashtra, India.
Corresponding Author: Thaiba Reinai
ABSTRACT
Motor neuron diseases (MNDs) are rare, progressive neurodegenerative disorders affecting upper and lower motor neurons, causing muscle weakness, wasting, and disability. Subtypes include ALS and spinal muscular atrophy. Diagnosis involves clinical evaluation and electrodiagnostic testing. Though incurable, interdisciplinary care improves survival and quality of life. Onset typically occurs at 55–65 years. We report a case of a 25-year-old male who presented with rapidly progressive weakness, muscle wasting, and fasciculations evident in her tongue. Electrophysiological studies revealed evidence of motor neuron disease. This case highlights the aggressive nature of MND and the importance of early diagnosis and palliative care.
Key words: Motor neuron disease, Nerve conduction study, Electrophysiology