Accuracy of physiotherapists' predictions for mobility outcomes at 1-year post spinal cord injury.

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose was to explore the feasibility of whole body vibration (WBV) on polio survivors with/without post-polio syndrome (PPS) by studying its effects on walking speed (10-m walk test), endurance (2-min walk test), pain severity/interference (Brief Pain Inventory [BPI]), sleep quality (Pittsburg Sleep Quali...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Da Silva CP,Szot CL,deSa N

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: Evaluate inter-observer reliability of trained physiotherapists administering the Chilean-Spanish version of the Functional Status Score for the Intensive Care Unit (FSS-ICU).Methods: Six adult patients in a medical-surgical ICU were assessed and video-recorded by 1 of 2 expert physiotherapists. Twelve physio...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： González-Seguel F,Camus-Molina A,Cárcamo M,Hiser S,Needham DM,Leppe J

更新日期：2020-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Novel, short-lived upper limb tasks performed by young adults have been used to investigate the role of transversus abdominis (TrA) in maintaining postural stability. Little information exists concerning the behaviour of TrA in older adults during protracted postural challenges. The primary aim of this study was to de...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Fulton I,McEvoy M,Pieterse J,Williams M,Thoirs K,Petkov J

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The hospitals' outpatient clinics for people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) are important in the health care. Research regarding physiotherapy in such clinics is limited. The purpose was to investigate how PwMS perceive movement during single sessions of physiotherapy in a hospital's outpatient clinic, and what do the...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Normann B,Sørgaard KW,Salvesen R,Moe S

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) and pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) occurs commonly with aging; however, little is known about what leads to these changes. Objective: We aimed to investigate and compare the presence or absence of DRA and PFD in peri- and postmenopausal women. Methods: This cross-sectional...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Harada BS,De Bortolli TT,Carnaz L,De Conti MHS,Hijaz A,Driusso P,Marini G

更新日期：2020-12-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Among older adults, low back pain (LBP) is common, costly, and disabling. Trunk muscle training (TMT) and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) have both been found to be effective in reducing LBP, but studies among older adults have been limited. An 83-year-old female with left-sided chronic LBP participated in...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Pugliese JM,Sions JM,Velasco TO,Hicks GE

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aims of this study were to evaluate the influence of breathing when measuring lumbar postural control during a clinical progressive lumbar stabilization test (LST) and to estimate the intrasession reliability of the LST. The lumbar postural control index was calculated by using a biofeedback pressure unit. The LST...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lafond D,Dimmock M,Champagne A,Descarreaux M

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of present study was to investigate important measurement properties of the Body Awareness Rating Questionnaire (BARQ) subscales: Function; Mood; Feelings; and Awareness. Samples of 50 patients with prolonged musculoskeletal pain and psychosomatic disorders, and 50 gender and age-matched healthy persons pa...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Tove D,Målfrid R,Liv Inger S

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The benefit of exercise for breast cancer-treated women is well documented. However, studies of cardiovascular fitness training for women with breast cancer-related arm lymphedema are rare. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of intensive pole walking on arm lymphedema in women treated for breast ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Jönsson C,Johansson K

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a chronic musculoskeletal pain and fatigue condition. Despite extensive research, there is currently no known therapy leading to a cure for FMS. Although studies have reported that some patients can regain their health, little is known about their personal process of becomi...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Eik H,Kirkevold M,Solbrække KN,Mengshoel AM

更新日期：2020-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Oxygen uptake (V̇O2) kinetics have been shown to be slowed in adolescents with cystic fibrosis (CF) during heavy-intensity cycling and maximal exercise testing. Objectives: This study investigated V̇O2 kinetics in adolescents with CF compared to control adolescents (CON) during a treadmill-walking exercise...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Combret Y,Medrinal C,Prieur G,Robledo Quesada A,Gillot T,Gravier FE,Bonnevie T,Lamia B,Le Roux P,Reychler G

更新日期：2021-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Publicly funded community-based physical therapy (PT) services in Canada's most populous province of Ontario were partially delisted, or deinsured, in April 2005. Two previous studies examined the short-term effects from the client and provider perspectives; and in this study, we follow up with participants from these...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Paul J,Park L,Ryter E,Miller W,Ahmed S,Cott CA,Landry MD

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background and Purpose: The Groningen Meander Walking time (GMW-sec) test has not been clinically validated as a feasible assessment to test functional mobility skills. The purpose of this study was to determine the concurrent validity of the GMW-sec test with the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test in older adults with dement...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lee HS,Ko M,Park SW,Braden H

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: This paper arises from a larger study exploring early professional socialization across five professions: physiotherapy, nursing; dentistry; pharmacy; and medicine. Purpose: To explore the process of physiotherapy student professional identity development and the evolution of expectations and views of inte...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Harman K,Sim M,LeBrun J,Almost J,Andrews C,Davies H,Khalili H,Sutton E,Price S

更新日期：2019-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Some respiratory muscles work in synergy with the pelvic floor (PF). Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is characterized by weak PF muscles and has been associated with worse pulmonary ventilation function in women. To date no studies have investigated the association between respiratory muscle strength and POP. This study a...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Azevedo IG,Sousa SLO,Viana ESR,Dantas DS,Maciel ÁCC,Da Câmara SMA

更新日期：2019-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to examine how risks and benefits of cervical spine manipulation (CSM) were framed and discussed in the context of mentorship and their impact on the perception of safe practice of CSM in clinical physiotherapy settings. A multi-method qualitative approach was employed, including a document a...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Yamamoto K,Condotta L,Haldane C,Jaffrani S,Johnstone V,Jachyra P,Gibson BE,Yeung E

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Milwaukee brace had been a standard of nonsurgical treatment for scoliosis since 1954. Milwaukee brace 23-hours wearing protocol was most effective for the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. However, Milwaukee brace 23-hours wearing showed an impact on psychosocial functioning of the patients. Moreover,...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Maruyama T,Takesita K,Kitagawa T,Nakao Y

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain is a common symptom in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which negatively influences quality of life and psychological well-being. However, our understanding of how those with COPD interpret the experience of pain is very limited. OBJECTIVES:To explore how individuals with modera...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lee AL BPhysio, MPhysio, PhD,Harrison SL BSci, MPT, PhD,Goldstein RS MB, ChB, FRCP(UK), FRCP(C), FCCP,Brooks D BSci, MSci, PhD

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The increasing popularity of activity tracking devices presents an opportunity to monitor physical activity in patients after stroke. We sought to determine the reliability and accuracy of the Garmin Vivofit and Fitbit Zip for adults after stroke. METHODS:Twenty-four participants with stroke-induced...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Schaffer SD,Holzapfel SD,Fulk G,Bosch PR

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Body mass index, pain, female sex, and age have been reported as predictors of physical activity in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). However, no reports have examined the psychological factors associated with physical activity in people with LSS. Purpose: To use psychological assessments to iden...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Minetama M,Kawakami M,Teraguchi M,Kagotani R,Mera Y,Sumiya T,Nakagawa M,Yamamoto Y,Matsuo S,Sakon N,Nakatani T,Kitano T,Nakagawa Y

更新日期：2020-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To systematically determine the specific impact of therapeutic alliance (TA) on chronic musculoskeletal pain, identify factors influencing TA between physical therapists and patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain, and determine the working definition of TA across studies. Data Sources: Databases, includin...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Kinney M,Seider J,Beaty AF,Coughlin K,Dyal M,Clewley D

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hydrotherapy and whirlpool are used to increase skin blood flow and warm tissue. However, recent evidence seems to show that part of the increase in skin blood flow is not due to the warmth itself but due to the moisture content of the heat. Therefore, two series of experiments were accomplished on 10 subjects with an...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Petrofsky J,Gunda S,Raju C,Bains GS,Bogseth MC,Focil N,Sirichotiratana M,Hashemi V,Vallabhaneni P,Kim Y,Madani P,Coords H,McClurg M,Lohman E

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to use a questionnaire based on the discrepancy model to assess the factors contributing to satisfaction and dissatisfaction with private outpatient physiotherapy services in Sydney; to test the applicability of the "consumer model" to physiotherapy practice, and to identify the criteria ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Knight PK,Cheng AN,Lee GM

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Meningiomas are the most common form of benign brain tumors in adults. Due to a wide range of symptom presentation, tumors can be difficult to diagnose. For physical therapists, it is important to be aware that brain tumors can mimic other diagnoses and present in conjunction with other musculoskeletal disor...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Pottkotter K,Briggs MS,Di Stasi S

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background and Purpose: Limited research exists regarding physical therapy management for patients with cervical dystonia (CD). The purpose of this case report is to describe the clinical management of a patient with CD using manual techniques, cervical traction, and laser-guided postural reeducation. Case Description...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bradley B,Haladay D

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this paper is to provide an argument for the place of mixed methods research across practice settings as an effective means of supporting evidence-based practice in physiotherapy. Physiotherapy practitioners use both qualitative and quantitative methods throughout the process of patient care-from histor...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Shaw JA,Connelly DM,Zecevic AA

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Visual and proprioceptive cues are important for body orientation to maintain correct posture. This study investigated the effects of exercise training on subjective visual, postural, and haptic perception of verticality in patients with scoliosis. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:Thirty-two female adolescents with modera...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Yagci G,Yakut Y,Simsek E

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Low back pain resulting from lumbar disc herniation is a common reason for referral for physical therapy. There is no evidence to support the management of lumbar disc herniation and derangement using mechanical traction combined with lumbar extension exercises. Therefore, the purpose of this case report was to descri...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Gagne AR,Hasson SM

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services has specifically targeted total joint replacements with a retrospective bundled payment program called the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) model to improve collaboration between providers and decrease costs associated with the surgery and subseq...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bolt W PT, DPT,Wendland DM PT, DPT, PhD, CPed

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: To compare the segmental and extrasegmental hypoalgesic effects of TENS, IFC and Aussie current on pressure pain threshold (PPT) during and after stimulation in healthy subjects. The second objective was to compare the sensory comfort related to electrical stimulation. Material and Methods: 120 healthy subj...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Rampazo da Silva ÉP,Silva VRD,Bernardes AS,Matuzawa F,Liebano RE

更新日期：2019-08-12 00:00:00