Promising Results of Pulsed Electromagnetic Treatment for Severe Pain in Post Tubercular Angular Kyphosis (PTAK): A Case Report

Introduction: Post tubercular angular kyphosis (PTAK) is a rare spinal deformity resulting from a complicationof tuberculosis infection and can be challenging to treat even with a multidisciplinary approach.Methods: The present patient presented with severe pain unresponsive to conventional analgesics and physicaltherapy. PEMF treatment was administered locally to the back for a total of 30 sessions of 45 minutes duration,4-5 times/week for 6 weeks.Results: 50% reduction in pain NRS after ten sessions and 70% reduction in pain NRS after 30 sessions was noted.Patient also reported improvement in ability to perform daily activities and quality of life after the completionof the PEMF treatment.Conclusion: This case report describes successful treatment of severe pain secondary to Post Tubercular AngularKyphosis (PTAK) with non-invasive pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) treatment and suggests its possible rolewhich should be further explored.