Are functional mobility tests responsive to group physical therapy intervention in individuals with Parkinson's disease?

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intensity refers to the amount of effort or rate of work undertaken during exercise. People receiving rehabilitation after stroke frequently do not reach the moderate to high intensity exercise recommended to maximise gains. OBJECTIVE:To explore the factors that influence the acceptability of, and engagemen...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Signal N,McPherson K,Lewis G,Kayes N,Saywell N,Mudge S,Taylor D

更新日期：2016-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy (rESWT) in the treatment of spasticity in patients with cerebral palsy. METHODS:Fifteen patients with spastic cerebral palsy, 12 men and 3 women, aged 10-46 years (mean age 31). The 15 patients presented 40 sp...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Vidal X,Morral A,Costa L,Tur M

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke severely compromises the capacity for skilled motor control including the ability to reach with the stroke-affected upper-extremity. Research incorporating intensive motor therapies has broadly demonstrated the ability to improve hemiparetic reaching post-stroke, yet the role of specific task paramete...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Massie CL,Malcolm MP

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Up to 85% of children treated for brain tumor survive beyond five years; hence optimizing quality of life in survivorship has become a priority. As multiple factors contribute to the heterogeneity of neurocognitive and language outcomes for individual children following treatment, a means of monitoring subsequent deve...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Lewis FM,Murdoch BE

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cognitive rehabilitation has evolved to be a common clinical practice, despite questions regarding the scientific basis for its effectiveness. A selective interpretation of existing studies suggests that non-specific treatment factors play an important role in the efficacy of cognitive rehabilitation. Some future dire...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Cicerone KD

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of repeated passive motion (RPM) exercise on position sense of the shoulder joint in patients with hemiplegia. METHODS:Shoulder flexion position sense was evaluated for the affected side of 15 patients with hemiplegia, using an assessment board set at five angles (30 degrees, 60 degre...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Baek JH,Kim JW,Kim SY,Oh DW,Yoo EY

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pisa syndrome (PS) or lateral axial dystonia is often seen in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). It is characterized by a marked and reversible lateral flexion of the trunk (LFT) more than 10°. OBJECTIVE:To assess the effectiveness of a program of postural exercises and assess the effectiveness in term...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Lena F,Iezzi E,Etoom M,Santilli M,Centonze D,Foti C,Grillea G,Modugno N

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When an individual has a severe verbal communication impairment, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can meet the overall goals of palliative care. AAC can improve quality of life by optimizing function, assisting with decision making, and providing opportunities for personal growth. This article will def...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Brownlee A,Palovcak M

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We investigated if longer weaning is associated with inferior rehabilitative outcome in critical illness polyneuropathy (CIP) and cerebrovascular diseases (CVD). METHODS:We analysed retrospectively weaning protocols and medical histories of 171 tracheotomized patients with CIP and CVD. We assessed weaning d...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Ponfick M,Wiederer R,Bösl K,Neumann G,Lüdemann-Podubecka J,Gdynia HJ,Nowak DA

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of individuals with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) in Neiva, Colombia. DESIGN:Cross-sectional. PARTICIPANTS/METHODS:40 Colombians with SCI and 42 age- and gender-matched controls completed the SF-36, a self-report measure composed of eight component areas (physical...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Arango-Lasprilla JC,Nicholls E,Olivera SL,Perdomo JL,Arango JA

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over one million mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) occur annually in the United States. Most of these patients recover full function within about 3 months, but a significant minority do not. Failure to recover as expected following a diagnosed or suspected mild TBI is most commonly related to a concurrent diagnosis ...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Mooney G,Speed J

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between exaggeration and scores on a test of olfactory discrimination in patients being assessed in connection with a claim for financial benefits. Participants were 448 patients referred to a private practice in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada for psychological or n...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Green P,Iverson GL

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic pain is one of the most prevalent and costly health care problems and variability is the rule more than the exception in terms of pain related outcomes. Clearly, psychological factors such as depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, excessive somatic thoughts and a variety of psychiatric syndromes are recog...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Gonzales VA,Martelli MF,Baker JM

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty five (25) out of 29 patients (86%) with unequivocal memorydisorders who received Memory Compensation Training (MCT) completed both a brief survey regarding their use of memory compensations and the Memory Compensation Questionnaire. Twenty-two (22) of the 25 patients (88%) reported daily use of memory compensat...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Prigatano GP,Kime S

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Falls are of great concern among persons with multiple sclerosis (MS). OBJECTIVE:To examine differences in metrics of mobility, postural control, and cognition in persons with MS with distinct fall risk status; and to investigate predictors of fall risk group membership using discriminant analysis. METHODS...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Sebastião E,Learmonth YC,Motl RW

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) has been demonstrated to be effective in improving hemiparetic upper extremity function in stroke patients, but few studies have been performed to assess orthosis modification. We investigated the effect of the newly designed small orthosis named modified opposition...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Kim DG,Cho YW,Hong JH,Song JC,Chung HA,Bai DS,Lee CH,Jang SH

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The restoration of trunk function following stroke is a key component of rehabilitation, however there is limited evidence of the efficacy of additional trunk training. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the efficacy of trunk exercises added to conventional rehabilitation on functional outcomes. METHODS:Relevant rando...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Sorinola IO,Powis I,White CM

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:This paper examined the effectiveness of postural training on upper extremity performance in an ataxic individual. The ataxia resulted from a brain stem stroke. RESEARCH DESIGN:Before-after, single-subject experimental design. EXPERIMENTAL INTERVENTION:Four-week course of postural training, comprise...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Stoykov ME,Stojakovich M,Stevens JA

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Strength training can increase function in individuals with stroke. However it is unclear which type of strength training is most effective and feasible. OBJECTIVE:To assess the effect and feasibility of an intervention combining eccentric and task-oriented strength training in individuals with chronic stro...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Folkerts MA,Hijmans JM,Elsinghorst AL,Mulderij Y,Murgia A,Dekker R

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study is to conduct a meta-analysis on the effects of neuropsychological rehabilitation procedures on the quality of life in Spanish-speaking individuals with cognitive deficits. METHOD:Twenty four studies published during the last ten years were analyzed, and relevant information was ext...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Guàrdia-Olmos J,Jarne Esparcia A,Urzua Morales A,Gudayol Ferré E

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a silent and global epidemic which creates an aftermath of convoluted dynamics. Despite significant incidence rates and increasing awareness over the long-term catastrophic implications, there remain marked contrasts between acute vs. post-acute rehabilitation processes i...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Parbhoo P

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A cognitive education program was developed to facilitate acquisition of cognitive skills and address the learning deficits of adolescent students with neurological, developmental disabilities, and autism. This study examined the outcomes of incorporating mediated cognitive education into special education classrooms....

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Jepsen RH,VonThaden K

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Delayed post-hypoxic leukoencephalopathy (DPHL) is a demyelinating syndrome characterized by acute onset of neuropsychiatric symptoms days to weeks following apparent recovery from coma after a period of prolonged cerebral hypo-oxygenation. It is diagnosed, after excluding other potential causes of delirium, with a cl...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Shprecher D,Mehta L

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：GOAL AND OBJECTIVES:Parkinsonian patients can be classified in two main subgroups: tremor dominant and akinetic-rigid. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether intensive rehabilitation treatment has the same efficacy in the two subtypes. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Patients were classified according to tremor: 65 patien...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Frazzitta G,Abbruzzese G,Bertotti G,Boveri N,Pezzoli G,Maestri R

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children with cerebral palsy show dysfunctional postural control which interferes with their functional performance and daily-life activities. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to identify the effect of a 3D supporting garment on trunk postural control and interjoint coordination during gait in children wi...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Degelaen M,De Borre L,Buyl R,Kerckhofs E,De Meirleir L,Dan B

更新日期：2016-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Proper management of elbow spasticity is important in stroke rehabilitation. We investigated the effect and safety of ultrasound guided alcohol neurolysis of the MC nerve for controlling elbow flexor spasticity in hemiparetic stroke patients. Ten hemiparetic stroke patients with severe elbow spasticity were recruited ...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Lee DG,Jang SH

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reports of increased incidence of adult onset stuttering in veterans and service members with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) from combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan lead to a reexamination of the neurogenic vs. psychogenic etiology of stuttering. OBJECTIVE:This article proposes to examine the mer...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Roth CR,Cornis-Pop M,Beach WA

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the literature on life expectancy in the disabled population. The literature is surveyed with regard to the main elements that reduce life expectancy for people with disabilities. These are immobility, cognitive and intellectual impairment, swallowing problems and tube feeding, epilepsy and incont...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Thomas R,Barnes M

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the potential behavioral and neurological benefits of Mindfulness Meditation (MM), its use in treating stroke related communication disabilities appears to be underexplored. Specifically, aphasia, a language disorder resulting from stroke, may be amenable to the benefits of MM because of the observed...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Laures-Gore J,Marshall RS

更新日期：2016-04-06 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to compare the effects of action observation training and motor imagery training on recovery from chronic stroke. METHODS:Thirty patients who were more than six months post stroke participated in this study and were randomly allocated to three groups. The action observation tr...

journal_title：NeuroRehabilitation

authors： Kim JH,Lee BH

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00