Specialist Physiotherapy for Functional Motor Disorder

Comparing Treatment Approaches for Functional Motor Disorder

A randomized control trial involving 241 participants with functional motor disorder compared the effectiveness of specialist physiotherapy against treatment as usual physiotherapy. The primary outcome measured was the physical functioning domain of the SF36, and the results showed no significant difference between the two treatment groups after 12 months, indicating that both approaches were effective in improving physical functioning. However, the trial did reveal some secondary outcomes that favored specialist physiotherapy, suggesting that, while both types of treatment were beneficial, specialist physiotherapy may offer additional advantages in certain aspects. This highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of treatment options for individuals with functional motor disorder.