Physiotherapy Rehabilitation and Housing Needs in Ageing Patients with Severe Hemophilia – A Case Report

Background Aging patients with severe hemophilia, often on-demand factor substitution, frequently develop arthropathies in multiple joints, leading to significant limitations in physical function, daily activities, and gait. Joint dysfunction, especially in the elbow, threatens independence and quality of life (QoL), impacting decisions on suitable living arrangements. This case presents a patient older than 65 years with acute right elbow pain (VAS 6/10) and limited mobility (flexion-extension 90 – 40 – 0) due to advanced hemophilic arthropathy, emphasizing the role of physical therapy in elbow rehabilitation.…