Reference values for the 6-Min Walking Test in obese subjects.

abstract：PURPOSE:The primary aim of this study was to analyse the predictive value of cognitive and behavioural factors, in relation to pain, disability and quality of life (QoL) one year after lumbar disc surgery. METHOD:The study design was prospective. Fifty-nine patients scheduled for first time lumbar disc surgery were in...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Johansson AC,Linton SJ,Rosenblad A,Bergkvist L,Nilsson O

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Participation throughout one's life plays a significant role for development and emotional well-being. For this reason, there is a need to identify ways to facilitate participation in family activities for children and adolescents with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD). METHODS:The study d...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Axelsson AK,Imms C,Wilder J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: To explore medical doctors' views on what are barriers in providing rehabilitation services for persons with SCI in Mongolia.Methods: A qualitative study with semi-structured interviews was conducted with 12 medical doctors. Participants were purposely sampled. The World Health Organization (WHO)'s report Int...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Dorjbal D,Zanini C,Tsegmid N,Stucki G,Rubinelli S

更新日期：2019-11-30 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:The aim is to examine two aspects of outcome after traumatic brain injury (TBI). Functional outcome was assessed by the Glasgow Outcome Scale - Extended (GOSE) and by clinician ratings, while health-related quality of life (HRQoL) was assessed by the Quality of Life after Brain Injury (QOLIBRI). METHOD:The GOS...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Koskinen S,Hokkinen EM,Wilson L,Sarajuuri J,Von Steinbüchel N,Truelle JL

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe activity level, operationalized as ADL capacity and performance of occupations, and occupational balance, operationalized as time use and satisfaction with occupations, in women with limited systemic sclerosis, and to investigate the relationship between these occupational factors and disease charac...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Sandqvist G,Eklund M

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to examine the validity of the assessment of living skills and resources (ALSAR) and the extent it contributes to and reflects the risk and accomplishment in instrumental activities of daily life for older people. METHOD:The assessment was examined for evidence of construct validity, ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Clemson L,Bundy A,Unsworth C,Singh MF

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: The study aim was to analyze whether ambulatory therapy of chronic stroke patients contains elements that specifically address "Activity and participation", and to what extent participation as a major goal in rehabilitation is realized in ambulatory care.Method: Qualitative and quantitative content analysis o...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Tetzlaff B,Barzel A,Stark A,Ketels G,Scherer M

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In this case study, we investigated the use of repetition in an individual with a neurogenic communication disorder. METHOD:We present an analysis of interaction in natural conversations between a woman with advanced Huntington's disease (HD), whose speech had been described as sometimes characterised by echol...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Saldert C,Hartelius L

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study examines whether the relationships between activity limitations and independence are mediated by coping efficacy. METHOD:Data come from a cross-sectional survey of 286 adults, aged 55 or older, with osteoarthritis (OA) and/or osteoporosis (OP). Physical independence was assessed by asking to what ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Wang PP,Badley EM,Gignac M

更新日期：2004-07-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: To examine associations between neurosegmental and functional level classifications in children with Spina Bifida, and determine which classification best reflects daily walking activity.Materials and methods: A prospective correlational study was conducted. Children with Spina Bifida were given ratings for l...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Rethlefsen SA,Bent MA,Mueske NM,Wren TAL

更新日期：2020-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor disorder characterised by an uncomfortable urge to move the legs. Management is primarily pharmacological. Effects for non-pharmacological, non-surgical options are published but lack systematic examination. Objectives: To synthesise results of non-pharmacol...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Harrison EG,Keating JL,Morgan PE

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to involve older people and physiotherapists in the development of acceptable strategies to promote uptake and adherence with an exercise-based falls prevention programme. METHOD:Focus groups were conducted with older people attending a regional falls and syncope service (3 groups, to...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Robinson L,Newton JL,Jones D,Dawson P

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The term "Living Lab" was coined to reflect the use of sensors to monitor human behavior in real life environments. Until recently such measurements had been feasible only within experimental laboratory settings. The objective of this paper is to highlight research on health care sensing and monitoring devices ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Korman M,Weiss PL,Kizony R

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To examine validity and test-retest reliability of a sensory test developed to evaluate ability of elderly subjects with/out a stroke to discriminate between textures with the sole of their foot. METHODS:Subjects poststroke, old adults and young subjects were tested twice. Twelve materials relevant to foot fun...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Ofek H,Alperin M,Knoll T,Livne D,Laufer Y

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few functional outcomes scales have used Item Response Theory (IRT) for validation. IRT allows individual line item validations and offers substantial advantages over classic methods of scale validation or the simplest from of IRT known as Rasch. Rasch analysis reduces data to dichotomous variables thus decr...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Cook CE,Richardson JK,Pietrobon R,Braga L,Silva HM,Turner D

更新日期：2006-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Minor head injury accounts for 95% of all head injury. In this study 62 patients, hospitalized after minor head injury, were assessed within 48 h, and invited to attend for review and retesting 3 months later. Thirty-five patients were followed up in this way and 11 more were interviewed over the telephone. There was ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Powell TJ,Collin C,Sutton K

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate whether 12 week inspiratory muscle training (IMT) has any impact on pulmonary function, maximum respiratory pressures and diaphragmatic mobility (DM) in morbidly obese subjects. METHOD:Thirty-one morbidly obese individuals were assessed. Volunteers were randomised into two groups. The IMT group ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Tenório LH,Santos AC,Câmara Neto JB,Amaral FJ,Passos VM,Lima AM,Brasileiro-Santos Mdo S

更新日期：2013-01-01 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:The aim of this study is twofold: (1) to explore health service providers' perceptions regarding fibromyalgia patients in Spain and (2) to analyze possible consequences of these perceptions in terms of how health service providers construct the disease and treat their patients. DESIGN:Qualitative study. SUBJE...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Briones-Vozmediano E,Öhman A,Goicolea I,Vives-Cases C

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Incontinentia pigmenti (IP), or Bloch-Sulzberger syndrome, is a rare X-linked dominant genetic disorder with multisystem involvement. To our knowledge, there are no previous reports about rehabilitation in IP adult with intact cognitive development. We report a 20-year-old lady with IP managed and followed into...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Lioce E,Milani P,Bistolfi A,Capacchione P,Nascimbeni A,Massazza G

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:National and International guidelines recommend cognition and mood assessment for all stroke survivors. However, there is no consensus on preferred screening tool or method of assessment. We aimed to describe clinical practice in cognitive and mood assessment across Scottish stroke services. METHOD:We used a q...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Lees RA,Broomfield NM,Quinn TJ

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the present study was to translate the Trinity Amputation and Prosthetics Experience Scale (TAPES) into Persian and to investigate its psychometric properties. METHOD:A sample of 182 Persian-speaker individuals with lower limb amputation completed the TAPES questionnaire, of whom 103 individuals...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Mazaheri M,Fardipour S,Salavati M,Hadadi M,Negahban H,Bahramizadeh M,Khosrozadeh F

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Identify if physiotherapists document the assessment, promotion and prescription of physical activity to older adults attending out-patient rehabilitation and assist them in the transition to an active lifestyle. METHODS:An audit of physiotherapists' documentation in medical records of older adults who attende...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Paim T,Low-Choy N,Dorsch S,Kuys S

更新日期：2020-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Using a Social Judgment Theory approach, mathematical models of clinical decisions can be developed to predict new decisions. However, since these models are often developed under 'laboratory conditions' using hypothetical cases rather than real world client samples, questions may be raised concerning the exter...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Unsworth CA,Thomas SA

更新日期：2003-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To understand the journey of care in the prevention and management of secondary health conditions (SHCs) following spinal cord injury (SCI). METHOD:This was a case study design with 'Ontario' as the case. The Network Episode Model was used as the conceptual framework. Data sources included in depth interviews ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Guilcher SJ,Craven BC,Lemieux-Charles L,Casciaro T,McColl MA,Jaglal SB

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Many patients suffer long term loss of mobility after hip fracture but there is no gold standard method for measuring mobility in this group. We aimed to validate a new mobility outcome measure, the de Morton Mobility Index (DEMMI) in a hip fracture population during inpatient rehabilitation. METHOD:The DEMMI ...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： de Morton NA,Harding KE,Taylor NF,Harrison G

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This study aimed at exploring the perceived benefits and drawbacks of practicing tai chi, an alternative therapy that can be implemented in the community, as part of upper-limb rehabilitation following stroke. METHODOLOGY:Semistructured interviews were carried out with participants with chronic stroke (>6...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Desrochers P,Kairy D,Pan S,Corriveau H,Tousignant M

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: To describe the characteristics and effectiveness of pediatric telerehabilitation interventions offered to children 0-12 years old or to their families.Methods: A systematic review was conducted on randomized control trials published between 2007 and 2018 involving at least one rehabilitation professional who...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Camden C,Pratte G,Fallon F,Couture M,Berbari J,Tousignant M

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To adapt and to combine the self-report Upper Extremity Functional Index and Lower Extremity Function Scale, for the assessment of disability severity in patients with a neuromuscular disease and to examine its psychometric properties in order to make it suitable for indicating disease severity in neuromuscul...

journal_title：Disability and rehabilitation

authors： Bos I,Wynia K,Drost G,Almansa J,Kuks JBM

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00