Will polio get better?

Through timely treatment and rehabilitation training, some patients with polio can improve their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Treatment methods include medication, physical therapy and surgery. Polio is an acute infectious disease caused by the polio virus, which mainly affects the nervous system, causing muscle weakness and paralysis.

1. Drug treatment: Antiviral drugs such as ribavirin and interferon can inhibit viral replication and relieve symptoms. Neurotrophic drugs such as vitamin B1 and B12 help nerve repair. Analgesics such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen can relieve pain.

2. Physical therapy: Massage and passive exercise can prevent muscle atrophy and promote blood circulation. Hot compress and electrotherapy can help relieve muscle tension and pain. Rehabilitation training such as standing frames and walkers can help patients regain the ability to walk.

3. Surgical treatment: Tendon lengthening can improve joint mobility and correct deformity. Arthrodesis is used to stabilize severely deformed joints. Nerve transplantation helps restore damaged nerve function.

The prognosis of polio is closely related to the severity of the disease, the timing of treatment and rehabilitation training. Early diagnosis and active treatment are the key to improving the prognosis. Patients should adhere to long-term rehabilitation training, regular check-ups, and adjust treatment plans. Family members need to provide psychological support to help patients build confidence and actively participate in the rehabilitation process. The best way to prevent polio is to get vaccinated, improve immunity, and reduce the risk of infection.