Traumatic brain injury

[imnotfatimfluffy1204]

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[Little Angel]

Its quite possible that she is planning on using GTO releases, passive stretching, contract relax stretches, strengthening and gentle muscle stripping to ease the contractures. It definitely doesn't have to be aggressive. I have recently worked with a client with cerebral palsy and his response to GTO releases was immense. He would never be "cured" of his contractures though, he's had them since birth. If the elderly gentleman you're referring to has contractures caused by neurological deficit then it may work and it may not, depending on how he responds to it (and her technique of course) but its definitely worth a shot and definitely better than surgery! Surgery would be by far more painful.

Maybe that helps?
Also, you can always ask her (or get your friend to) what kind of techniques she'll (he??) be using to treat the contractures. Just a thought.

 

[mickiinpodunk]

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[Dani G]

Because of his injury, he can't be anesthesized, so surgery would certainly be traumatic.
Thanks,
wellnessgarden

Yep, I would certainly refuse to consent for surgery under that condition!

I'm sorry to hear this family is dealing with so much at once. I'm sure it makes you want to be able to do something to help at least one of them!! Standing by, helpless, is the worst feeling!

I hope the MT can ease his contractions some. That would be wonderful! If you find out more, please do let us know!