Funding, ethics, and assistive technology: should medical necessity be the criterion by which wheeled mobility equipment is justified?

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The clinical functional evaluation is the usual method for dysphagia screening in patients with acute stroke. This study compared two methods of evaluation--with liquid and semisolid viscosities. METHOD:Twenty-six patients with stroke onset within 7 days--with a mean age of 63.5 +/- 12.4 years--were prospect...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Marques CH,de Rosso AL,André C

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Demonstrating the treatment fidelity of an intervention is a key methodological requirement of any trial testing the impact of the intervention. PURPOSE:The purpose of this report was to serve as a model for evaluating treatment fidelity in stroke exercise intervention studies and to provide evidence for tr...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Resnick B,Michael K,Shaughnessy M,Nahm ES,Sorkin JD,Macko R

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives The objective of this study was to assess the short-term effects of dry needling on spasticity, gait, and muscle architecture of patients with chronic stroke. Methods A case series study was designed; and six chronic stroke patients with ankle spasticity and gait impairment received a single session of dry ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Hadi S,Khadijeh O,Hadian M,Niloofar AY,Olyaei G,Hossein B,Calvo S,Herrero P

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Using secondary analysis and Friedemann's framework of systemic organization as a guide, the purpose of this article is to examine the experience of a subsample of five men caring for women with stroke who participated for 3 months in a Web-based support group. METHOD:Analysis of qualitative data (N = 224 entr...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Pierce LL,Steiner V

更新日期：2004-04-01 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：:The Medicare Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA'03) did more than introduce a prescription drug benefit for Medicare beneficiaries; it also laid the groundwork for several far-reaching changes in the Medicare program. These changes must be considered in the context of the "American devolution"--a much larger shift in Amer...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： DeJong G

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article uses the medium of clinicians' comments and stories to explore their perceptions of therapeutic relationships and how these relationships come to a close at discharge from aphasia therapy. These narratives are drawn from a qualitative, grounded theory study carried out in South Australia and Northern Terr...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Hersh D

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stroke onset causes disruption of family roles as caregiving tasks are assumed. The current study presents a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the problems of 123 older, spousal stroke caregivers. Problems were coded into 14 categories; frequencies of occurrence and difficulty were also analyzed. Differences in...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Hartke RJ,King RB

更新日期：2002-04-01 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：BACKGROUND:Stroke is a chronic disease. Standardized assessment is essential in order to determine areas for treatment. Individuals with aphasia are often excluded from research, because it is believed that their language impairments may impact their ability to provide informed consent. Thus, right spatial neglect coul...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Hreha K,Mulry C,Gross M,Jedziniak T,Gramas N,Ohevshalom L,Sheridan A,Szabo G,Davison C,Barrett AM

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate the effects of a hand splint with reflex inhibitory characteristics on balance and functional ambulation activities by means of a randomly allocated controlled study. METHODS:Nineteen chronic stroke patients were randomly allocated to the control (n = 9) and study (n = 10) groups to compare the imm...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Suat E,Engin Şİ,Nilgün B,Yavuz Y,Fatma U

更新日期：2011-05-01 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:Several reports have focused on the effects of whole body vibration (WBV) on spasticity with differing results. Most studies used modified Ashworth scale (MAS) for qualitative measurements, but the effect was small. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect of WBV on spasticity in hemiplegic legs of patients with...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Miyara K,Matsumoto S,Uema T,Noma T,Ikeda K,Ohwatashi A,Kiyama R,Shimodozono M

更新日期：2018-03-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether bodyweight exercises can induce comparable levels of muscle activity as conventional machine exercises in chronic stroke patients. METHODS:Eighteen patients performed three repetitions of bilateral- and unilateral machine leg press and the bodyweight exercises chair rise and hip thrust...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Vinstrup J,Calatayud J,Jakobsen MD,Sundstrup E,Jay K,Brandt M,Zeeman P,Jørgensen JR,Andersen LL

更新日期：2017-05-01 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：:The purpose of this article is to present the Kinesio taping method used to improve the upper extremity function in the adult with hemiplegia. The article discusses various therapeutic methods used in the treatment of stroke patients to achieve a functional upper extremity. The only taping technique for various upper ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Jaraczewska E,Long C

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stroke is the leading cause of disability in older Americans. Each year 750,000 Americans suffer a stroke, two thirds of whom are left with neurological deficits that persistently impair function. Principal among them is hemiparetic gait that limits mobility and increases fall risk, promoting a sedentary lifestyle. Th...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Macko RF,Ivey FM,Forrester LW

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The similarities or differences of the three some (physiotherapists, patients, and caregivers) thought about the process of stroke rehabilitation can play a key role in the success of rehabilitation. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this qualitative study was to investigate the perspectives of the three some, with rega...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Demir YP,Balci NÇ,Ünlüer NÖ,Uluğ N,Dogru E,Kilinç M,Yildirim SA,Yilmaz Ö

更新日期：2015-10-01 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

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Spasticity poststroke leads to muscle weakness and soft tissue contracture, however, it is not clear how muscle properties change due this motor neural disorder. The purpose was to compare medial gastrocnemius muscle architecture and mechanical properties of the plantarflexor muscles between stroke survivors ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Dias CP,Freire B,Goulart NB,Onzi ES,Becker J,Gomes I,Arampatzis A,Vaz MA

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study describes current stroke care within hospital acute care settings. METHOD:Twenty-two acute care hospital sites in Central South Ontario were mailed a survey exploring the prevalence of stroke admissions, use of protocols and policies, staff resources, stroke-specific training, and available equipmen...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Masters L,Barreca S,Ansley B,Waid K,Buckley S

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Balance is a common mobility limitation following stroke, but determination of the most effective balance-related plan of care can be difficult due to multiple balance impairments that vary between individuals. The Brief-BESTest is a validated outcome measure for balance based on six systems of postural cont...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Johns E,Wamsley C,Whiting A

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

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：: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：UNLABELLED:As hypothermia by immersion can reduce the sensory nerve conduction velocity, this study hypothesized that the reduction of sensory input to the ipsilesional upper extremity (UE) using cryotherapy would reduce the inhibitory activity of the contralesional hemisphere in chronic stroke subjects. OBJECTIVE:In ...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Lima NM,Menegatti KC,Yu É,Sacomoto NY,Oberg TD,Honorato DC

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Visual field defects due to hemi- or quadrantanopia after stroke represent an under-recognized neurological symptom with inefficient instruments for neurorehabilitation to date. We here examined the effects of training in a virtual reality (VR) supermarket on cognitive functions, depressive symptoms, and sub...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Dehn LB,Piefke M,Toepper M,Kohsik A,Rogalewski A,Dyck E,Botsch M,Schäbitz WR

更新日期：2020-09-01 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：PURPOSE:Depression after stroke is common and increases morbidity and mortality in the first years after stroke onset. Nevertheless, little is known about the role of psychosocial factors on the etiology of depression in early as well as in the late poststroke stages. The aim of our study was to investigate the influen...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Wilz G,Barskova T

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Loss of skeletal muscle mass is one of the main reasons for disability in patients with stroke. However, lower leg muscle wasting has not been studied in acute stroke patients. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the changes in quadriceps muscle thickness in acute non-ambulatory stroke survivors. METHODS:A total of 1...

journal_title：Topics in stroke rehabilitation

authors： Nozoe M,Kanai M,Kubo H,Kitamura Y,Shimada S,Mase K

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00