Leg orthosis treatment for a patient with left parietal foot amputation and right hemiplegia.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the use of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for the treatment of equinus foot after stroke and to correlate the ESWT effect on spastic plantar-flexor muscles with echo intensity on the Heckmatt scale. METHODS:The prospective open-label study examined 23 patients with poststroke lower limb ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Santamato A,Micello MF,Panza F,Fortunato F,Logroscino G,Picelli A,Manganotti P,Smania N,Fiore P,Ranieri M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Stroke can compromise upper limb performance and influence the individual's participation in real life situations. Objective To investigate how components of body function and activity affect the individuals' self-perception of their participation after stroke. Methods In this observational study, the Inter...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Banjai RM,Freitas SMSF,Silva FPD,Alouche SR

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Informal care provision presents many challenges. As the population ages, more people are forced to enter the role of informal caretaker. Despite the increase in the need for caregivers and the importance of providing care, there is little empirical research examining how men and women approach and cope with providing...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Tiegs TJ,Heesacker M,Ketterson TU,Pekich DG,Rittman MR,Rosenbek JC,Stidham BS,Gonzalez-Rothi LJ

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Virtual reality (VR) is becoming a popular alternative to traditional upper and lower limb rehabilitation following a stroke. OBJECTIVE:To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis on the effectiveness of VR interventions for improving balance in a chronic stroke (≥6 months) population. DATA SOURCES:A ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Iruthayarajah J,McIntyre A,Cotoi A,Macaluso S,Teasell R

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) among stroke survivors has been the subject of several studies, but systematic review data regarding the prevalence of SI among stroke patients are still scarce. Objectives: To estimate the pooled prevalence of SI among stroke survivors. Methods: A comprehensive sea...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Chen X,Zhang H,Xiao G,Lv C

更新日期：2020-11-13 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study was carried out to quantify the degree of cognitive impairment and the extent of speech, language, and swallowing problems in a representative cohort of Swahili-speaking people with stroke in Tanzania. METHODS:A case-control design was used, comparing people with and without stroke on a screening...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Miller N,Gray WK,Howitt SC,Jusabani A,Swai M,Mugusi F,Jones MP,Walker RW

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the effectiveness of electroacupuncture (EA) with rehabilitation training in reducing limb spasticity in post-stroke patients. METHODS:A systematic review was performed by electronically searching six databases (Medline/Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Data...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Zhang J,Zhu L,Tang Q

更新日期：2020-08-26 00:00:00

abstract：:Integrated networks add value to patient care through several mechanisms--sharing information and practice consistency based on evidence and access to a wide range of physicians and patient care venues. Successful networks are tied together through shared information systems and electronic medical records. The Domain ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： O'Malley T,Storto DE

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives The sit to stand (STS) movement is key to independence and commonly affected by stroke. Repetitive practice is likely to improve STS ability during rehabilitation, however current practice levels are unknown. The objective of this study was simply to count the number of STS movements performed during the re...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Kerr A,Dawson J,Robertson C,Rowe P,Quinn TJ

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Impaired balance and weak muscle strength are common deficits associated with stroke. Limited research has examined the relationship between balance and strength in people post-stroke. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the association between balance and muscular strength in people post-stroke. METHODS:A total of 1...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Wagatsuma M,Kim T,Sitagata P,Lee E,Vrongistinos K,Jung T

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effect of kinesiotaping as an adjuvant therapy to botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) injection in lower extremity spasticity. METHODS:This is a single-center, randomized, and double-blind study. Twenty hemiplegic patients with spastic equinus foot were enrolled into the study and randomized into 2 group...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Karadag-Saygi E,Cubukcu-Aydoseli K,Kablan N,Ofluoglu D

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telemedicine allows prompt assessment of acute stroke patients. This new technology has increased the administration of intravenous recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rtPA) to eligible patients. In addition, telemedicine is being utilized in the rehabilitation of patients with cerebrovascular disease. This arti...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Morales-Vidal S,Ruland S

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In terms of integration of the paretic upper extremity in activities of daily living (ADLs), outcome is poor after stroke. Furthermore, amount of real-world arm use appears only weakly correlated with laboratory motor function scales. Therefore, amount of arm use may depend critically on the location, extent, and type...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Lum PS,Mulroy S,Amdur RL,Requejo P,Prilutsky BI,Dromerick AW

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke survivors experience functional loss in basic activities of daily living (ADLs) and in everyday community activities or instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Historically there has been a greater focus by rehabilitation professionals on basic ADLs than on IADLs. PURPOSE:The purpose of this...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Roth EJ,Lovell L

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spatial neglect is a debilitating poststroke neurocognitive disorder associated with prolonged hospitalization and poor rehabilitation outcomes. The literature suggests a high prevalence of this disorder, but clinicians have difficulty reliably identifying affected survivors. This discrepancy may result from suboptima...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Chen P,Hreha K,Fortis P,Goedert KM,Barrett AM

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many studies have been conducted on the changes in the balance capabilities of stroke patients. However, results regarding the effects of dual-task activities on postural control in these patients have been variable. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effects of a short-term memory task on the sway characteristics o...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Mehdizadeh H,Taghizadeh G,Ghomashchi H,Parnianpour M,Khalaf K,Salehi R,Esteki A,Ebrahimi I,Sangelaji B

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years the Trunk Impairment Scale version 2.0 (TIS 2.0) has been a frequently used scale to assess dynamic sitting balance and trunk control for stroke patients. OBJECTIVE:To translate the TIS 2.0 into Spanish and validate it as an instrument to evaluate dynamic sitting balance and trunk control an...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Cabanas-Valdés R,Urrútia G,Bagur-Calafat C,Caballero-Gómez FM,Germán-Romero A,Girabent-Farrés M

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dynamic lycra splints are proposed to modify hypertonicity due to their characteristics - neutral warmth, circumferential pressure, and creating a low-intensity prolonged stretch on hypertonic muscles - to contribute to increased sensory awareness of the involved limb. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was t...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Giray E,Gencer Atalay K,Eren N,Gündüz OH,Karadag-Saygi E

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In response to the need to simultaneously address multiple domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) in aphasia therapy and to incorporate intensive treatment doses consistent with principles of neuroplasticity, a potentially potent treatment option termed intens...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Rose ML,Cherney LR,Worrall LE

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke presents with heterogeneous recovery periods, severity, and manifestation of deficits, all of which may adversely impact fitness-to-drive. Little is known about the association between site of lesion and driving performance after stroke. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the association between site of stroke...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Devos H,Verheyden G,Van Gils A,Tant M,Akinwuntan AE

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Post-stroke fatigue is common and disabling. Objectives The aim of NotFAST was to examine factors associated with fatigue in stroke survivors without depression, six months after stroke. Methods Participants were recruited from four UK stroke units. Those with high levels of depressive symptoms (score ≥7 on...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Hawkins L,Lincoln NB,Sprigg N,Ward NS,Mistri A,Tyrrell P,Worthington E,Drummond A

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Providing appropriate and effective information to people with stroke and their families has been identified as a key component to successful practice. Researchers continue to focus on "lack of information" as being the lack of specific technical medical information rather than the communication of practical...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Anderson S,Marlett NJ

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Participation which entails involvement in life situations and represents a higher level of functioning can be severely restricted after a stroke. This study investigated the impact of social support on participation of stroke survivors in Nigeria. METHODS:Ninety-six community-residing stroke survivors were...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Vincent-Onabajo GO,Ihaza LO,Usman Ali M,Ali Masta M,Majidadi R,Modu A,Umeonwuka C

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a study made by The Stroke and Aphasia Federation Finland, a little less than a quarter of the aphasic patients and their families could not cope with the change in their life caused by stroke. Patients' and families' functionality decreased, and their social contacts either decreased or ended. These were the facto...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Salonen T

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Higher physical activity levels during hospitalization may benefit the life-space mobility, defined as the ability to move within environments that expand from one's home to the greater community, of stroke survivors following their discharge. OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Kimura Y,Nishio N,Abe Y,Ogawa H,Taguchi R,Otobe Y,Koyama S,Suzuki M,Kikuchi T,Masuda H,Kusumi H,Yamada M

更新日期：2020-10-20 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To establish the validity and reliability of a questionnaire measuring the experience of informal carers of patients with stroke through acute and rehabilitation hospital treatment. METHOD:The settings were 6 stroke units in the United Kingdom. Participants were relatives of patients with stroke. The Stroke Ca...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Howells A,Morris R,Darwin C

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascular dementia (VaD) is the second most common form of dementia after Alzheimer's dementia (AD). It is characterized by loss of executive function with milder memory loss as compared with AD and is associated with cerebral brain infarction or hemorrhage. Treatment is predominantly focused on cardiovascular risk fac...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Schneck MJ

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of narrative discourse has been increasingly recognized as crucial to all partners involved in the rehabilitation process after acquired brain injury. Particularly within the family, narrative offers an experiential space for meaning-making. To better understand this joint meaning-making process, a narrative-...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Medved MI

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fast treadmill walking combined with functional electrical stimulation to ankle muscles (FastFES) is a well-studied gait intervention that improves post-stroke walking function. Although individualized verbal feedback is commonly incorporated during clinical gait training, and a variable practice structure i...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Rendos NK,Zajac-Cox L,Thomas R,Sato S,Eicholtz S,Kesar TM

更新日期：2020-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To identify the percentage of persons with stroke resuming therapy within 4 weeks of inpatient rehabilitation discharge, to compare the characteristics of those who did and did not resume therapy, and to determine the predictors of resuming physical (PT), occupational (OT), and speech (ST) therapy. METHOD:Soci...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Ostwald SK,Godwin KM,Cheong H,Cron SG

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00