Pusher Syndrome: Not a Rare, But a Little-known Phenomenon in Stroke Survivors: A Review of the Literature with Report of a Typical Case

OpenAlex İngilizce

ABS TRACT Pusher syndrome (PS) is an abnormal postural reaction characterized by actively pushing and tilting the body to the hemiplegic side in some stroke patients.Its exact etiology is unknown.However, the disruption of the neural network that processes gravitational sensation and verticality perception is accused for PS.These patients have postural instability that impairs balance, transfer, mobility, and functionality, even if they have adequate motor activity on the hemiplegic side.However, PS may be overlooked in acute care and rehabilitation, especially when dealing with pain or other motor and cognitive problems.In this paper, the current literature on the pathophysiological basis, diagnostic approaches, and rehabilitation interventions of PS will be discussed through a case example.