To what extent are carers involved in the care and rehabilitation of patients with hip fracture?

abstract：PURPOSE:The evidence supporting rehabilitation after joint replacement, while vast, is of variable quality making it difficult for clinicians to apply the best evidence to their practice. We aimed to map key issues for rehabilitation following joint replacement, highlighting potential avenues for new research. MATERIA...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： L Snell D,Hipango J,Sinnott KA,Dunn JA,Rothwell A,Hsieh CJ,DeJong G,Hooper G

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To develop a test that identified fallers from their turning strategies, as people with Parkinson's Disease (PD) commonly fall turning. METHOD:We compared (1) Turn Types demonstrated when turning 180 degrees during the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG Test) by 19 non-fallers and 29 fallers (median age 71) and (2) Tur...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Stack E,Jupp K,Ashburn A

更新日期：2004-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe the first Italian experience of ICF implementation in the Labour Sector by a Ministerial body, and the development of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)-based worker checklist. METHODS:Nation-wide training was provided. ICF-based worker checklist was develo...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Conclave M,Fusaro G,Sala M,Martinuzzi A,Russo E,Frare M,Gorini G,Leonardi M,Raggi A

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe access to and engagement with cervical and breast screening services for women who are Deaf or live with a physical or sensory disability in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ). METHOD:We carried out an online survey on a convenience sample of 84 women. Tests of association were undertaken between socio-demo...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Pearson J,Payne D,Yoshida K,Garrett N

更新日期：2020-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Tendons behave viscoelastically and exhibit adaptive responses to conditions of increased loading and disuse. Strain patterns in tendons may not be uniform, as tendons show stress-shielded areas and areas subjected to compressive loading at the enthesis. These areas correspond to the sites where tendinopathic c...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Maganaris CN,Narici MV,Maffulli N

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To understand why individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) participate in a community-based therapeutic dance program and to explore its influence on perceived physical, social and emotional well-being of participants. METHODS:A qualitative descriptive design was employed using one-on-one semi-structured inte...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Bognar S,DeFaria AM,O'Dwyer C,Pankiw E,Simic Bogler J,Teixeira S,Nyhof-Young J,Evans C

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the effects of spasticity, sensory impairment, and type of walking aid on falls in community dwellers with chronic stroke. METHODS:Functional Independence Measure (FIM) Instrument, Joint Position Sense Evaluation (JPS), the Rivermead motor assessment scale (RMA), Ashworth Scale, Tinetti Assessment T...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Soyuer F,Oztürk A

更新日期：2007-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to assess health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in spinal-cord-injured adults living in Quebec (Canada). METHOD:Subjects with spinal cord injury (SCI) all of whom were members of the Quebec Paraplegic Association who gave their consent to participate completed the 36-item Short F...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Leduc BE,Lepage Y

更新日期：2002-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Developing a programme of research is important in advancing the science and practice of a discipline. This paper addresses in general the steps taken in developing a programme of research on pain in children. It reports the results of studies undertaken to develop and test a Pain Assessment Tool for Children and give...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Abu-Saad HH

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe and evaluate the establishment of the first VCT services for the Deaf in Africa. METHOD:Operational research methods were used to document programme establishment. The demographics of deaf VCT clients were compared with hearing clients at the same sites as well as where clients had learned of the s...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Taegtmeyer M,Hightower A,Opiyo W,Mwachiro L,Henderson K,Angala P,Ngare C,Marum E

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this paper is to describe and analyse the current situation of the physiotherapy component of the Rehabilitation of Afghans with Disability (RAD) programme, in order to identify the needs and challenges for further development. METHOD:The study was conducted as a field study with an anthropological ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Wickford J,Hultberg J,Rosberg S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the feasibility of a phone-monitored home exercise program for the upper limb following stroke. METHODS:A pre-post double baseline repeated measures design was used. Participants completed an 8-week home exercise program that included behavioural strategies to promote greater use of the affected...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Simpson LA,Eng JJ,Chan M

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Choosing an appropriate outcome measure for the assessment of balance among people with cerebellar ataxia is currently challenging as no guidelines are available. There is a need for further investigation with clinical experts in order to derive a set of standardized outcome measures with high clinical utility....

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Winser SJ,Smith C,Hale LA,Claydon LS,Whitney SL

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To develop screening protocols to detect depression and anxiety after stroke in a community setting and train therapists to administer them. METHOD:Psychologists and a community therapist met to design a system suitable for screening for anxiety and depression in all those with stroke, including people with co...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Kneebone II,Neffgen LM,Pettyfer SL

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to determine the feasibility of providing a community-based aquatic exercise programme and to examine the effects of a group aquatic exercise programme in individuals with multiple sclerosis. This study illustrates the implementation of a multidisciplinary community-based programme...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Salem Y,Scott AH,Karpatkin H,Concert G,Haller L,Kaminsky E,Weisbrot R,Spatz E

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To synthesize qualitative studies on adjusting after stroke, from stroke survivors' and carers' perspectives, and to outline their potential contribution to an understanding of resilience. METHODS:A systematic review of qualitative studies in peer reviewed journals from 1990 to 2011 was undertaken. Findings fr...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Sarre S,Redlich C,Tinker A,Sadler E,Bhalla A,McKevitt C

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Exercise therapy is effective in a wide range of chronic diseases. Comorbid disease necessitates adaptations to exercise therapy. Guidance on how to develop such adaptations is currently not available. We present an innovative strategy for the development of comorbidity-related adaptations to exercise therapy i...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Dekker J,de Rooij M,van der Leeden M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Epidemiological studies made within the western countries indicate an incidence of 200-300 traumatic head injuries per 100 000 residents each year. Severe head injuries account for 5-25% of all head injuries; 10-14% of all severe head-injured patients develop into a vegetative state, in which a sleep-wake rhythm is ap...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Grossman P,Hagel K

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: The aim of this study was to clarify the association of scoliosis and windswept hips with immobility, lying position, and time in lying, in adults with cerebral palsy (CP).Methods: This cross-sectional study included 830 adults (469 males and 361 females) with a diagnosis of CP, 16-73 years, and classified ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Ágústsson A,Sveinsson T,Pope P,Rodby-Bousquet E

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe sexual functioning and its relationship with psychological measures in chronic pain patients. METHOD:It is a self report survey with a convenience sample. Seventy consenting chronic pain patients responded to a questionnaire. Mean age was 49.9 years (range 29-74); mean pain duration was 146.7 month...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Monga TN,Tan G,Ostermann HJ,Monga U,Grabois M

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To determine whether functional ability at admission and demographics predict discharge placement after inpatient rehabilitation for older adults recovering from stroke. METHOD:In this retrospective study, we examined records of 31,910 adults 65 years of age and older who were admitted for inpatient rehabilita...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Pohl PS,Billinger SA,Lentz A,Gajewski B

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To present a conceptual model of optimal participation in recreational and leisure activities for children with physical disabilities. METHODS:The conceptualization of the model was based on review of contemporary theories and frameworks, empirical research and the authors' practice knowledge. A case scenario ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Kang LJ,Palisano RJ,King GA,Chiarello LA

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In this report, the 3-year rehabilitation of a 43-year-old male patient, who have pelvic 'open book' fracture, urinary bladder and urethral injury, lumbosacral plexus avulsion trauma and right lower extremity monoparesis is explained. METHOD:Rehabilitation of these injuries is absolutely essential to ensure op...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Cakmak A

更新日期：2004-04-08 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Little is known concerning changes in neuromuscular fatigue following a stroke. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of a stroke on fatigue-related changes in upper limb torque patterns and electromyographic signals. METHOD:The paretic and non-paretic upper limb of 10 adults (51-79 years) who h...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Riley NA,Bilodeau M

更新日期：2002-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aimed to explore the perspectives of working-aged adults with post-stroke aphasia (PWA) towards what has or would help them in living well with aphasia (LWA). This paper reports the findings in relation to stroke care and its relevance for LWA. MATERIALS AND METHODS:This qualitative study was design...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Manning M,MacFarlane A,Hickey A,Galvin R,Franklin S

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the variables per International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)-domain that are associated with upper limb (UL) function in women after breast cancer surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS:PubMed and Web of Science were searched until 7 January 2020. Eligibility criteria were:...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： De Groef A,Van der Gucht E,Dams L,Evenepoel M,Teppers L,Toppet-Hoegars J,De Baets L

更新日期：2020-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Rural Australians comprise a third of the population. However, there are relatively few research studies that have focused on issues for children with developmental disabilities in rural regions. In particular, there is very limited research that gives voice to parents regarding challenges faced by them due to ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Hussain R,Tait K

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In 1981, eight countries and the World Health Organization (WHO) reached consensus about applying a similar disability questionnaire in their health surveys that was related to the ICIDH. In 1992 a revised version, the WHO-disability questionnaire, was recommended. In this paper the concurrent validity of 10 it...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Wijlhuizen GJ,Ooijendijk W

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study has had two main aims, the first to investigate and gather knowledge of the major job functions of Swedish rehabilitation workers, the second to study the frequency of use of these functions in the VR process. METHOD:Structured questionnaires were sent to Swedish rehabilitation workers from public a...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Millet PB,Vaittinen P

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Community participation is of importance to people with aphasia, who are at risk of becoming socially isolated. This study investigates the content of measures of community and social participation for this population by crosswalking items to the ICF. This will evaluate: (1) to what extent the included assessme...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Brandenburg C,Worrall L,Rodriguez A,Bagraith K

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00