In this video Dr Stephen de Graaff, Neurologist and Rehabilitation Specialist, discusses the questions:

  • What is Post-Polio Syndrome?
  • What are the Late Effects of Polio?
  • Will every polio survivor get post-polio?
  • When was post-polio first discovered?
  • What can be done to help manage post-polio?
  • Most post-polio sufferers complain of fatigue. What causes it?
  • Can post-polio be cured?
  • Will exercise help?
  • How do you diagnose post-polio?
  • What type of pain do post-polio sufferers present with?
  • What type of weakness do post-polio sufferers present with?
  • What are the respiratory issues?
  • What are the psychological issues?
  • What can be done to minimise the effects of post-polio syndrome?