POTS and Other Acquired Dysautonomia in Children and Adolescents

Diagnosis, Interventions, and Multi-disciplinary Management

Kelly McCracken Barnhill

• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• ISBN:
  9781784502010
• Topic: Medicina
• Subtopic: Malattie e allergie

This is an authoritative overview for anyone encountering Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) - a dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system resulting in diverse symptoms experienced in an upright position that are relieved by lying down - and other types of acquired dysautonomia. It provides essential information on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in children and young people.

Post-viral syndromes can be extremely difficult to manage and the average individual spends two to three years accessing appropriate diagnosis. This book provides necessary information for parents and healthcare professionals on identifying POTS and other post-viral dysautonomia, the most common triggers, appropriate intervention and successful multi-disciplinary management in both short and long term situations. It also includes helpful tips and coping strategies for managing the syndrome at home and in educational and clinical settings.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title
• Of Related Interest
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contents
• Medical Disclaimer
• Foreword
• Acknowledgments
• Preface
• 1. Background and Emerging Diagnosis
• 2. Putting the Pieces Together: Making Sense of the Nonsensical
• 3. Accessing Appropriate Diagnosis in Dysautonomia
• 4. Appropriate Medical Treatment and Intervention for Dysautonomia
• 5. Recommended Dietary Strategies for Those with Dysautonomia
• 6. Nutritional Support and Supplementation for Those with Dysautonomia
• 7. Physical Therapy, Reconditioning, and Rehabilitation
• 8. Supportive Interventions: Counseling and Therapy
• 9. Fostering Coping Strategies and Stress Management Techniques for the Entire Family
• 10. School and Classroom Accommodations for Children with Dysautonomia
• 11. Recommendations and a Case Study
• 12. A First Person Account of Life with Dysautonomia
• New thoughts and next steps
• Resources
• Bibliography
• Subject Index
• Author Index