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KMID : 1211620070020020205
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Journal of the Korean Society of Physical Medicine
2007 Volume.2 No. 2 p.205 ~ p.212
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The Comprehension of Herpes Zoster and The Approach of Physical Therapy
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Han Jin-Tae
Kweon Oh-Hyun
Choi Young-Won
Lee Yun-Kyung
Yuk Goon-Chang
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Abstract
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Purpose : Herpes zoster is a common dermatologic disorder and is caused by reactivation of varicella zoster virus lying dormant in the ganglion of the dorsal root
Methods : The aim of this study is to elucidate the clinical characteristics of herpes zoster and it’s nature of pain, and is to review the method of physical therapy for pain control.
Results : Herpes zoster is characterized by segmental rash, pain, and sensory symptoms, For most patients skin healing and pain resolution occur within 3-4 weeks, However, pain can continue after the rash has healed. Pain and paresthesia often the eruption of herpes zoster and vary from itching to stabbing. The preeruptive pain may simulate other diseases and may lead to misdiagnosis and misdirected interventions. Motor symptomatology is less well known and is most often related to central nervous system disease, although true lower motor neuron application is also thought to exist Subclinical motor involvement is relatively more common than clinical motor weakness and is easily detected by using electromyography. Higher incidences of herpes zoster were observed in female and in the elderly.
Conclusion : The nature of pain associated with herpes zoster varied from a superficial itching to server stabbing or bursting, and paresthesia occurred most frequently. Therefore, the study of herpes zoster will be more research and comprehend, and the approach of physical therapy should be need positively.
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KEYWORD
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Herpes zoster, Paresthesia, Physical therapy
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