Spread the word about this opportunity to see professional health providers. Remember, preventing problems is an important component of good health. Symptoms such as muscle and joint pain, fatigue and weakness, are often associated with other disorders such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome. The late effects of polio usually occur in people who were age 10 or older during the initial attack and whose symptoms were severe. The onset of late effects varies widely but typically begins 30 to 35 years after the initial diagnosis.
Weakness tends to be unnoticeable until it interferes with daily activities.
The cause is unknown. It does not appear to be re-activation of the virus and the aging process has also been ruled out. Some doctors attribute PPS to chronic overuse of muscles and joints that were undamaged by the initial phase of polio. There is no specific treatment. Stretching, swimming, and water aerobics are cautiously encouraged.