Recurrent laryngeal neuropathy in a systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patient.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation burst duty cycle (BDC) and current type (sinusoidal alternating current [sAC] vs. rectangular alternating current [rAC]) on the electrically induced isometric torque (EIT) and discomfort. Pulsed current (PC) stimulatio...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Szecsi J,Fornusek C

更新日期：2014-02-01 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 6-min walk test (6mWT) is widely used to assess physical performance in cardiac rehabilitation settings. Factors affecting the walked distance before starting physical training have been described, whereas information on factors affecting the increase of the walked distance after physical training is stil...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Polcaro P,Lova RM,Guarducci L,Conti AA,Zipoli R,Papucci M,Garuglieri S,Raimo D,Fattirolli F,Macchi C,Gensini GF

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the effect of a proprioceptive dynamic posture training program on balance in osteoporotic women with kyphotic posture. DESIGN:Subjects were randomly assigned to either a proprioceptive dynamic posture training program or exercise only group. Anthropometric measurements, muscle strength, level of p...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Sinaki M,Lynn SG

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the nature of functional recovery of 67 Turkish survivors of first-episode stroke who were referred for inpatient rehabilitation and to identify the variables that best predict discharge functional status of these patients. DESIGN:A retrospective, descriptive study of the demographic and clinical...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Yavuzer G,Küçükdeveci A,Arasil T,Elhan A

更新日期：2001-04-01 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：OBJECTIVE:We investigated the cardiovascular responses of adult women to the influence of extended quiet sitting and the extent to which these responses may be reversed by micromechanical stimulation of the plantar surface. DESIGN:The cardiovascular responses of 20 healthy adult women (mean age, 55.9 +/- 4.45 yrs) wer...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Madhavan G,Stewart JM,McLeod KJ

更新日期：2005-05-01 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:To compare the treatment effectiveness of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) and phenol blocks in managing lower limb spasticity and gait dysfunction in children with cerebral palsy. DESIGN:This is a case-controlled study that took place in a tertiary center's gait laboratory. A total of 27 ambulatory children w...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Wong AM,Chen CL,Chen CP,Chou SW,Chung CY,Chen MJ

更新日期：2004-04-01 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：:Recent studies have clarified the role of hypoxic-ischemic damage as a secondary factor in traumatic brain injury (TBI). Many trauma centers are now consistently using the Revised Trauma Score (Glasgow Coma Scale, systolic blood pressure, and respiratory rate) to assist with triage of multitrauma patients. This study ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Zafonte RD,Hammond FM,Mann NR,Wood DL,Millis SR,Black KL

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of different glove types on mobility performance in a series of field tests specific to wheelchair rugby. DESIGN:Ten international wheelchair rugby players performed three drills in each glove condition: (i) players' current glove selection, (ii) A...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Mason BS,van der Woude LH,Goosey-Tolfrey VL

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-five men with spinal cord injuries were studied for evaluation of the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis, using corticotropin-releasing hormone and insulin-induced hypoglycemia. Twenty-five age-matched healthy male volunteers served as controls. Three spinal cord-injured subjects had hyperprolactinemia, three ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Huang TS,Wang YH,Lee SH,Lai JS

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess changes over time and responsiveness of the Cochin Hand Function Scale (CHFS) and Mouth Handicap In Systemic Sclerosis (MHISS) scale in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc). DESIGN:This was a prospective longitudinal study. PARTICIPANTS:Participants were drawn from a convenience sample of indivi...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Nguyen C,Bérezné A,Mestre-Stanislas C,Lefèvre-Colau MM,Rannou F,Guillevin L,Mouthon L,Poiraudeau S

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy, across a range of disability groups, of the Craig Handicap Assessment and Reporting Technique (CHART), a measure of societal participation. DESIGN:Cross-sectional analysis survey methodology. A total of 1110 community-based, nonhospitalized Coloradans with spinal cord injury, traumati...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Walker N,Mellick D,Brooks CA,Whiteneck GG

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abnormality of absolute values of median sensory conduction velocities and differences in conduction velocity between median and ulnar nerves are used as criteria for abnormality in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome. Detailed studies of sensory conduction in various median and ulnar branches and segments indicat...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Joynt RL

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine if standardized testing results and other factors correlate with success on the 2001 American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation part 1 board certification examination (POE). DESIGN:An anonymous two-part survey was distributed to 302 senior resident physicians in the American College ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Fish DE,Radfar-Baublitz L,Choi H,Felsenthal G

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to investigate the remote effect of acupuncture (AcP) on the pain intensity and the irritability of the myofascial trigger point in the upper trapezius muscle. DESIGN:Forty-five patients were equally divided into three groups: patients in the placebo control group received sham AcP, those in...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Chou LW,Hsieh YL,Chen HS,Hong CZ,Kao MJ,Han TI

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, we sought to assess the cardiopulmonary functions in three pediatric heart transplant recipients, two of whom are with dilated cardiomyopathy, whereas one is with cyanotic heart disease, in early postoperative period. Cardiopulmonary exercise testing was performed using an incremental cycling at 1 mo af...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Chiu HH,Wu MH,Wang SS,Lan C,Chou NK,Chen SY,Lai JS

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Patients with endstage hip arthritis have poor ambulatory function. The aim of this study was to determine if perioperative exercise programs are well tolerated by these elderly patients and if a customized program can achieve an earlier recovery of normal ambulatory function after total hip arthroplasty. DE...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Wang AW,Gilbey HJ,Ackland TR

更新日期：2002-11-01 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:This study aimed to assess the effects of single and multiple massage treatments on pressure-pain threshold (PPT) at myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in people with myofascial pain syndrome expressed as tension-type headache. DESIGN:Individuals (n = 62) with episodic or chronic tension-type headache were ra...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Moraska AF,Schmiege SJ,Mann JD,Butryn N,Krutsch JP

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myokymia and myokymic discharges are observed in a variety of neurologic conditions. An unusual case of myokymia induced by exercise and febrile illness presented in an 11-yr-old male with congenital spinal stenosis. Myokymia was not generalized, but occurred below the level of his umbilicus. We hypothesize that local...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Colachis SC 3rd,Bobulski RJ

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the magnitude and distribution of the forces, moments, and accelerations acting on an individual sitting in a wheelchair during three possible accidents occurring while negotiating a sidewalk curb, experimental trials were performed in a bioengineering laboratory using a 50th percentile Hybrid III dummy s...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Sosner J,Fast A,Begeman P,Sheu R,Kahan B

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Given the rarity of sural nerve mononeuropathy, this retrospective study reports 20 cases observed during the last 12 yr, with some cases having especially unusual mechanisms of the nerve lesion. Five of the 20 cases were considered S1 root disease until electrodiagnostic findings. In the 14 other cases, the nerve les...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Seror P

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Pain during needle electrode examination (NEE) is often poorly tolerated. No previous studies have evaluated the effect of lidocaine iontophoresis on pain reduction during NEE. Our objective was to determine whether pretreatment with lidocaine iontophoresis mitigates the pain felt during NEE. DESIGN:In this ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Annaswamy TM,Morchower AH

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer diagnosis often substantially affects patient's physical, psychological, and emotional status. Most patients with cancer experience declining of energy, activity levels, social-cultural participation, and relationships. In addition, cancer progression and adverse effects of aggressive cancer treatment often cau...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Anwar SL,Adistyawan G,Wulaningsih W,Gutenbrunner C,Nugraha B

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Trauma is a major cause of mortality throughout the world. In recent years, major advances have been made in the management of trauma, the end result of which has been reduced mortality and enhanced function. One of these areas is pain control. Improved pain management has not only led to increased comfort in trauma p...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Cohen SP,Christo PJ,Moroz L

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to determine the effect of two types of restraining belts (lap belt and a four-point belt) on an instrumented dummy during three situations: wheelchair hitting straight into curb (SIC); wheelchair falling straight off a curb (SOC); wheelchair falling diagonally off a curb (DOC). A fully...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Fast A,Sosner J,Begeman P,Thomas M,Drukman D

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine the association between body mass index (BMI) and clinically diagnosed diabetes in veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders. We also sought to determine whether there is evidence to support a 10% reduction in BMI cut points, which would lower the upper limit of normal BMI from 24.99 to 22....

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Rajan S,McNeely MJ,Hammond M,Goldstein B,Weaver F

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00