Exercise in neuromuscular diseases.

abstract：:As more people survive burn injuries, there is an increasing focus on managing the complications of burn injuries with the ultimate goal of improving survivors' quality of life. Musculoskeletal and neurologic sequelae are significant complications of burn injury. Electrical injury is a subcategory of burns with multip...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Schneider JC,Qu HD

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The history and physical examination are an essential component in the assessment of patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. The differential diagnosis is broad, and many conditions may be ruled out with a thorough office evaluation. Peripheral neuropathy, arteriovascular disease, and hip arthrosis are common entities w...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Thomas SA

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serious neurologic complications following cervical transforaminal epidural steroid injections (CTFESI) and cervical interlaminar epidural steroid injections (CILESI) have been reported. For CILESI, this is caused by aberrant needle placement or space-occupying lesions, such as hematoma or abscess. For CTFESI, this is...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Schneider BJ,Maybin S,Sturos E

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most knee structures can be accurately targeted using ultrasound guidance. These structures are usually superficial, and the overlying soft tissues are mobile and compressible, facilitating excellent visualization with a high-frequency linear array transducer. The circumferential accessibility to the knee affords flex...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Lueders DR,Smith J,Sellon JL

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Every examination of disability among children must first grapple with definition of disability. The challenges to identifying disability among children involve not only determining the appropriate paradigm for defining disability, but also applying that paradigm to children in a meaningful way. This discussion of the...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Mudrick NR

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accurate disability evaluation of a patient with TBI is a very difficult and detailed process. It requires an excellent background concerning the evaluation of all the physical, cognitive, behavioral, and functional abnormalities associated with TBI. Texts that highlight all these abnormalities include Medical Rehabil...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： McPeak LA,Stiers WM,Cope DN

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The primary role of neuroimaging in the clinical context of sports-related concussion is the exclusion of a more severe, unsuspected intracranial injury. Computed tomography remains the test of choice for this purpose. Magnetic resonance imaging is more commonly used as a secondary test for the investigation of persis...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： McCullough BJ,Jarvik JG

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concepts associated with work disability are not identical to those associated with medical disability. In addition to a worker's medical condition, the resultant functional limitations, and loss of participation in society, the injured or ill worker must often navigate a complex administrative system that often s...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Gelfman R,Hill JJ 3rd

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sports and recreational activities are associated with a variety of injuries. Although many of these injuries are musculoskeletal in nature, both the peripheral nervous system and the central nervous system are at risk for injury as well. This article examines the incidence of nervous system injuries in particular spo...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Toth C

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fencing is a sport in which two people attempt to score points by making their weapon (epee, foil, or saber) contact their opponent. The most common types of injury seen in fencing are weapon injuries; strains, sprains, and trauma; and nontraumatic injuries, the pathologic findings of which are discussed in this artic...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Murgu AI,Buschbacher R

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review of traumatic brain injury encompasses its impact on society, pathophysiology, and rehabilitative management. Topics include mild traumatic brain injury, outcomes, prognosis, cognitive rehabilitation, behavioral management, and neurologic and medical complications. Emphasis is placed on clinically relevant ...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Crooks CY,Zumsteg JM,Bell KR

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BT is likely effective in controlling spasticity in the smaller muscles of the arm and hand, although there has been only one large controlled trial. For lower limb spasticity, the outcomes are more mixed. No large randomized, controlled trials have been done, and the larger size of the muscles results in a decreased ...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Bell KR,Williams F

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the growing number of female athletes, an increase is occurring in the number of sports-related injuries, which can cause physical, psychological, academic, and financial suffering. Female athletes are reported to be two to eight times more likely to sustain an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury than male at...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Giugliano DN,Solomon JL

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuromuscular electrical stimulation may have an important role in improving the motor function of stroke survivors. Active, repetitive movement training mediated by transcutaneous cyclic and EMG-triggered NMES may facilitate the motor recovery of stroke survivors. Multicenter, double-blinded, randomized clinical tria...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Chae J

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The following guideline covers a wide array of shoulder conditions seen in the workers' compensation, as well as the nonworkers' compensation, population. The guideline is intended to help establish work relatedness and aid in making the diagnosis of shoulder injuries and degenerative conditions. It also provides a no...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Codsi M,Howe CR

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rehabilitation medicine prescription is a communication tool between the referring physician and the rehabilitation team in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. This instrument is critical in both directing a course of treatment as well as minimizing risk to the patient during the treatment sessions. The go...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Brathwaite D,Aziz F,Eakins C,Charles AJ,Cristian A

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty percent of persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) require caregiving owing to their disability, and 80% of care to pwMS is provided by informal unpaid caregivers. The average caregiver is male, in a spousal/partner relationship with the pwMS, and provides more than 4 hours per day of care for many years. The ph...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Hillman L

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because of increased choreographic demands, early specialization, multi-genre dancers, and high incidence of career-ending injuries, there is a need for enhanced training methodologies to address the unique needs of today's professional dancer. It is imperative for company directors, instructors, choreographers, and d...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Faulkner E

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuromuscular ultrasonography can be used both descriptively and quantitatively in the evaluation of patients with neuromuscular disorders. This article reviews the quantitative use of this technology, particularly measurements of the size and echogenicity of nerve and muscle, as a tool for assessing the severity, pro...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Mayans D,Cartwright MS,Walker FO

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article offers conservative treatment strategies for patients suffering from musculoskeletal causes of neck pain. Basic pharmacology is reviewed, including that of opioids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, adjuvants, and topical analgesics. Moreover, indications for therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and ...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Pangarkar S,Lee PC

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Foot and ankle injuries account for nearly one-third of running injuries. Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciopathy, and ankle sprains are 3 of the most common types of injuries sustained during training. Other common injuries include other tendinopathies of the foot and ankle, bone stress injuries, nerve conditions ...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Tenforde AS,Yin A,Hunt KJ

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common median nerve compression syndrome and the most common peripheral mononeuropathy. The clinical syndrome is diagnosed by history and physical examination. Electrodiagnostic testing is the objective method used to measure median nerve dysfunction at the wrist and confirm the clini...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Sucher BM,Schreiber AL

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the causes of stroke and emphasizes the underlying vascular pathology. The risk factors associated with the pathologic processes are examined, with emphasis on the beneficial impact on stroke risk through the risk factor modification. Risk factor modification is a powerful tool in stroke preventio...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Gress DR,Singh V

更新日期：1999-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There has been an increase in the use of ultrasound (US) to help guide interventional procedures involving the musculoskeletal system. To perform these procedures safely and accurately, two steps must occur. First, the appropriate structure must be localized using diagnostic US imaging. Second, a needle must be guided...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Lento PH,Strakowski JA

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Individuals experience multiple changes as a result of amputation. These changes not only are physical in nature but also may include psychological, financial, and comfort changes across the spectrum of an individual's life. It is important to assess the emotional responses that an individual may experience postsurger...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Belon HP,Vigoda DF

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is beneficial for both worker and employer for the worker to return to work (RTW) as early as possible after an illness, injury, or prolonged absence. Because employers are ultimately responsible for the RTW decision, a medical RTW assessment is commonly required to assure that the worker is medically able to and p...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Soo Hoo ER

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pelvic and sacral dysfunctions resulting from sports-related injuries are unusual. A simple groin pull, however, can prohibit an athlete from participating in sports activities for an extended period of time. Pelvic floor dysfunctions can be particularly impairing for women athletes, and are rarely discussed in sports...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Prather H

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As public demand for complementary and alternative medicine increases,it is important for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians to have some basic understanding of complementary and alternative medicine or at least to appreciate some of the approved indications so that appropriate referrals can be made. Beca...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Lew HL,Lee J,Chen JL,Chen SC

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are special aspects of aging with an amputation and with being elderly at the time of an amputation. Older adults who have undergone amputation have many issues to contend with, including comorbidities that affect postoperative care and rehabilitation, general deconditioning and loss of mobility (especially if t...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Frieden RA

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tone management is one of the primary roles of a pediatric physiatrist. Hypertonicity frequently inhibits normal movement patterns in children with central nervous system lesions but at times can reinforce muscle group firing and be useful for a child's function. Treatment approaches should be individualized based on ...

journal_title：Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America

authors： Vadivelu S,Stratton A,Pierce W

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00