Modified constraint-induced therapy and botulinum toxin A: a promising combination.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To study changes in quality of life (QOL) and to explore predictors of QOL of community-dwelling older adults with physical disabilities. DESIGN:A 2-yr longitudinal study involved a convenience sample of 49 people with physical disabilities aged 60-94 yrs. QOL was estimated twice at a 2-yr interval with the...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Levasseur M,Desrosiers J,St-Cyr Tribble D

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Individuals with traumatic brain injuries experience an array of physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that often make return to preinjury employment unlikely and locating new employment difficult. The authors review the literature related to the return to work for persons with traumatic brain injuries. This incl...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Yasuda S,Wehman P,Targett P,Cifu D,West M

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide benchmarking information for a large national sample of patients receiving inpatient rehabilitation after traumatic brain injury. DESIGN:Secondary data analysis from 893 medical rehabilitation facilities located in the United States that contributed information to the Uniform Data System for Medic...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Granger CV,Markello SJ,Graham JE,Deutsch A,Reistetter TA,Ottenbacher KJ

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wegener's granulomatosis is a multisystem disease distinguished by a triad of necrotizing granulomatous vasculitis involving the upper and lower respiratory tracts, glomerulonephritis and systemic, small vessel vasculitis. The latter can cause neurologic manifestations when the vasa nervorum are affected. A 53-yr-old ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Jimenez-Medina HJ,Yablon SA

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this retrospective cohort study was to compare range of motion, subjective outcomes, and the prevalence of reoperation in groups of frozen shoulder patients with either low or moderate/high irritability treated with the same total end range time-maximizing protocol. DESIGN:A total of 36 patien...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Dempsey AL,Mills T,Karsch RM,Branch TP

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Corticosteroid injection into the carpal tunnel is frequently used for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Steroids are usually mixed with local anesthetics, which have positive effects that can aid the treatment of CTS by inhibiting the spontaneous discharge ability of excitable cells. The aim of ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Karadaş O,Tok F,Ulaş UH,Odabaşi Z

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The combined effects of robotic therapy and botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) on upper-limb movement and function were studied in an 8(1/2)-yr-old child with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Robotic therapy comprising repetitive, goal-directed reaching tasks was administered two times per week for 8 wks. Clinical measures incl...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Fasoli SE,Fragala-Pinkham M,Hughes R,Krebs HI,Hogan N,Stein J

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuroendocrine dysfunctions are among the various complications that occur after traumatic brain injury. We report a case of onset of diabetes insipidus during acute rehabilitation of a 20-yr-old patient with a traumatic brain injury caused by a gunshot wound. Our case is the latest onset of diabetes insipidus after t...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Alaca R,Yilmaz B,Gunduz S

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to stimulate the laryngeal cough reflex using a nebulized, mild chemical irritant and to record an associated laryngeal evoked potential from the internal branch of the superior laryngeal nerve. The laryngeal evoked potential was obtained on ten normal subjects from the right internal bra...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Addington WR,Stephens RE,Gilliland K,Miller SP

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional independence measure (FIM) scores are frequently used as if the various sections are of equal importance and as if the interval between each score is equal. We tested this hypothesis by using marketing research techniques to assess the value to rehabilitation nurses and therapists of four of the six section...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Bunch WH,Dvonch VM

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to examine the impact of demographics, preexisting medical conditions, and in-hospital complications of COVID-19 infection on functional status at discharge. DESIGN AND PARTICIPANTS:A retrospective chart review was conducted on 119 patients hospitalized for COVID-19 infection betwee...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Leigh AE,McCall J,Burke RV,Rome R,Raines AM

更新日期：2020-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Bilateral forearm and hand transplantation poses unique challenges especially in the setting of bilateral lower limb amputations. A 57-yr-old man with bilateral transradial amputations and bilateral transtibial amputations after remote streptococcal sepsis was admitted for inpatient rehabilitation because of severe de...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Lee J,Garcia AM,Lee WP,Munin MC

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteoarthritis is an age-related condition that commonly affects the middle-aged and elderly population including individuals who continue to pursue an active and athletic lifestyle. Running is an easily accessible activity with many health benefits; thus, it is becoming a popular form of exercise, even in older indiv...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Castillo B,Sepúlveda F,Micheo W

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disorder that rarely involves the spinal cord. This report describes the presentation and rehabilitative course of a 31-yr-old man with quadriparesis secondary to spinal cord sarcoidosis. The patient had insidious, progressive weakness in his arms and legs for six weeks befor...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Tuel SM,Meythaler JM,Cross LL

更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between physical function and fall-related self-efficacy in older patients with a hip fracture who are undergoing an intensive rehabilitation program. DESIGN:We used a prospective cohort study over 12 mo to determine the effect of a specialized hip ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Petrella RJ,Payne M,Myers A,Overend T,Chesworth B

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to observe the changes in endothelial and inflammatory markers in middle-aged male runners with exercise-induced hypertension (EIH) at baseline and at 100-km, 200-km, and 308-km checkpoints during a prolonged endurance ultramarathon. DESIGN:Among a total of 62 ultramarathon voluntee...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Jee H,Park J,Oh JG,Lee YH,Shin KA,Kim YJ

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to assess functional activities in different subgroups of patients with migraine. DESIGN:One-hundred forty subjects were uniformly divided into the following four groups: headache-free controls, migraine with aura, without aura, and chronic migraine. Subjects performed the tests walk across,...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Carvalho GF,Florencio LL,Pinheiro CF,Dach F,Bigal ME,Bevilaqua-Grossi D

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the relation between protein expression changes in the cerebellum and improvement of motor coordination in rats with cerebral infarction. DESIGN:The rat group with treadmill training (n = 10) were compared with the rat group without treadmill training (n = 10) after 2.5 hrs of transient middle...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Mizutani K,Sonoda S,Hayashi N,Takasaki A,Beppu H,Saitoh E,Shimpo K

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sixty-three male hemiparetic patients in the recovery stage were examined to investigate the relationship between stride length and walking rate during computer-assisted gait training during a period of 4 wk. The maximum walking speed for 10 m was significantly increased from 32.3 to 53.2 m/min on average, and the str...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Suzuki K,Yamada Y,Handa T,Imada G,Iwaya T,Nakamura R

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of a group intervention in painful shoulder. DESIGN:This was a two-arm controlled clinical trial with a 5-wk follow-up and 1:1 allocation ratio with pretreatment and posttreatment assessments in a Spanish hospital in 2015-2016. This study comprised 74 patien...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Asensio-García MDR,Bernabeú-Casas RC,Palazón-Bru A,Tomás-Rodríguez MI,Nouni-García R

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We measured the surface electromyographic activities of vastus medialis obliquus and vastus lateralis in 16 subjects with patellofemoral joint pain syndrome. DESIGN:Each subject performed bilateral static knee extension exercises at 60% of his or her maximal voluntary effort under different combinations of h...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Lam PL,Ng GY

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study compared multidimensional and unidimensional measures of functional outcome from traumatic brain injury in a referred sample of 67 persons with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury who resided in the community or in a nonhospital facility. Four outcome indicators (independence in self-care, independenc...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Boake C,High WM Jr

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of proprioceptive exercises on shoulder proprioception, range of motion, pain, muscle strength, and function in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome. DESIGN:Sixty-one patients with subacromial impingement syndrome participated in this pr...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Dilek B,Gulbahar S,Gundogdu M,Ergin B,Manisali M,Ozkan M,Akalin E

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The study aimed to investigate the effect of an 8-wk structured strength training program on pain and sleep quality in patients with fibromyalgia. DESIGN:Fifty-two patients with fibromyalgia were evaluated; 31 submitted to strength training and 21 comprised the control group. The instruments used were the Fi...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Andrade A,Vilarino GT,Bevilacqua GG

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to evaluate the short-term physiologic effects of respiratory muscle training with normocapnic hyperpnea added to standard exercise training on respiratory muscle endurance/strength and exercise tolerance in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. DESIGN:The study used a...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Paneroni M,Simonelli C,Saleri M,Trainini D,Fokom G,Speltoni I,Piaggi G,Ambrosino N,Vitacca M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined the effects of a computerized functional electrical stimulation exercise program on plasma beta-endorphin-like immunoreactivity (BEP-ir), cortisol levels and depression parameters in spinal cord-injured individuals. Nine subjects from 1.2 to 33.5 yr postinjury with both motor and sensory complete l...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Twist DJ,Culpepper-Morgan JA,Ragnarsson KT,Petrillo CR,Kreek MJ

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This preliminary study was designed to investigate the effects of botulinus toxin Type A and phenol treatments on electrophysiologic tests evaluating spinal afferent and efferent motor pathways involved in spasticity. The questions posed were whether different types of mechanisms act on reducing spasticity with these ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： On AY,Kirazli Y,Kismali B,Aksit R

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Motor Unit Number Index (MUNIX) is a quantitative electrophysiological measure that provides an index of the number of motor neurons supplying a muscle. The aim of this exploratory study is to assess the utility of MUNIX in the evaluation of patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). DESIGN:Participants wer...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Cai H,Kroll M,Annaswamy T

更新日期：2021-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：:This article evaluates six mobility-related device classifications for their ability to support assistive technology outcomes research. Our evaluation considered classifications that had been created for various purposes, including those created to support third-party reimbursement decisions, consumer education and sa...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Shoemaker LL,Lenker JA,Fuhrer MJ,Jutai JW,Demers L,DeRuyter F

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to compare the clinical ratings of elbow strength obtained by skilled clinicians with objective strength measurement obtained through quantitative testing. DESIGN:A retrospective comparison of subject clinical records with quantitative strength testing results in a motion analysis l...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Shahgholi L,Bengtson KA,Bishop AT,Shin AY,Spinner RJ,Basford JR,Kaufman KR

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00