Of the 1.5 million polio survivors in the U.S. today, more than half are now experiencing the same fatigue, weakness and pain they felt as children with polio. Some are also affected by respiratory problems, including sleep apnea, and often difficulty swallowing. These symptoms, known collectively as post-polio syndrome, result from years of accumulated strain on muscles already weakened by the polio virus.

Einstein Medical Center working with MossRehab is one of only a very few medical centers in the United States to offer polio survivors sophisticated diagnosis of, and comprehensive treatment for, post-polio syndrome.

Einstein offers patients with post-polio syndrome a comprehensive range of services in one convenient location including gait testing, electrodiagnostic testing, rehabilitation treatment, neurology, an on-site orthotics department, physical and occupational therapy and psychological support.