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The Role of Physiotherapy in the Works of Franz Kafka: A Literary Perspective on Pain and Rehabilitation.

  • Published In: Cuestiones de Fisioterapia, 2024, v. 53, n. 3. P. 3587 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sharma, Shikha Dutt; Goyal, Govind Prasad; Greeni, A.; Ghuge, Ashok Dadarao; Pathak, Punit; Rajakumari, R. 3 of 3

Abstract

Franz Kafka, a key figure in modernist literature, often explores themes of alienation, suffering, and the body's fragility in his works. While Kafka is not traditionally associated with physical rehabilitation or physiotherapy, a deeper exploration of his texts reveals an underlying preoccupation with pain, bodily vulnerability, and the failure of human bodies to conform to societal norms. This research paper examines Kafka's portrayal of physical pain and suffering, considering the lens of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. By interpreting Kafka's metaphors of bodily dysfunction, particularly in his works such as The Metamorphosis and The Trial, the paper presents a new perspective on Kafka's literary representation of rehabilitation and recovery, both physical and psychological. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Cuestiones de Fisioterapia. 2024/09, Vol. 53, Issue 3, p3587
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1135-8599
  • Accession Number:186654483
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