A review of the efficacy of neuromuscular electrical stimulation in critically ill patients.

abstract：:Chronic pain is prevalent in the western world; however fear of pain often has a greater impact than the degree of initial injury. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between knowledge of the neurophysiology of pain and fear avoidance in individuals diagnosed with chronic pain. Twenty-nine people wit...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Fletcher C,Bradnam L,Barr C

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The primary objective of this study was to determine the accuracy of physiotherapists' predictions of mobility for people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Five physiotherapists and 47 patients from two SCI units were recruited. Two sets of predictions about mobility at 1 year were made for each patient shortly after the...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Harvey LA,Chu J,Adams R,Batty J,Barratt D,Kwok S

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was performed to examine the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of ABILHAND-Kids questionnaire which assesses manual functions of children with neuromuscular diseases (NMDs). A cross sectional survey study design and Rasch analysis were used to assess the reliability and validity of the Turkish...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Öksüz Ç,Alemdaroglu I,Kilinç M,Abaoğlu H,Demirci C,Karahan S,Yilmaz O,Yildirim SA

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this article is to describe the delivery and acceptability of a short, structured training course for critical care physiotherapy and its effects on the knowledge and skills of the participants in Sri Lanka, a lower-middle income country. METHODS:The two-day program combining short didactic sessi...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Tunpattu S,Newey V,Sigera C,De Silva P,Goonarathna A,Aluthge I,Thambavita P,Perera R,Meegahawatte A,Isaam I,Dondorp AM,Haniffa R

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The main goal was to investigate changes in muscle activity and joint moments related to step length (SL) symmetry improvements in individuals poststroke following repeated split-belt treadmill (SBT) walking. Twelve individuals with a first unilateral cerebral stroke presenting initial SL asymmetry (ratio = 1.10-2.05)...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Betschart M,McFayden BJ,Nadeau S

更新日期：2020-09-01 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：:Exercise is an established treatment to alleviate pain and improve function among adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). However, long-term adherence to exercise is poor and effective approaches to support adherence are limited. Here, we report on an ancillary study to a randomized controlled trial (RCT) where the pri...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Ledingham A,Cohn ES,Baker KR,Keysor JJ

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Our report describes the effect of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) combined with body weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT) on independent gait recovery in a patient with incomplete spinal cord injury (iSCI). CASE DESCRIPTION:The patient was a 31-year-old male, household ambulator (ai...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Nogueira F,Shirahige L,Brito R,Monte-Silva K

更新日期：2020-08-12 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：: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：:Assessment prior to both individual and group interventions is fundamental to neurological physiotherapy practice. However, knowledge is limited regarding how assessments are carried out, particularly assessments conducted prior to group interventions, which have recently gained increasing attention in clinical resear...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lahelle AF PT, MSc, PhD (candidate),Øberg GK PT, PhD,Normann B PT, PhD

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Many individuals with stroke express desires to resume activities involving deep knee flexion, such as daily living, work-related, and sports activities. However, training methods for improving deep flexion activities have not commonly been reported in the stroke rehabilitation literature. The pu...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Hariohm K,Prakash V

更新日期：2014-04-01 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：INTRODUCTION:The patient was referred to an outpatient physical therapy clinic for lumbar radiculopathy by a primary care physician and subsequently referred for imaging due to suspicion of cervical myelopathy. The case highlights the clinical reasoning of the physical therapist differentiating between lumbar stenosis,...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Mansfield CJ

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background and Purpose: After stroke, asymmetric weight distribution is common with decreased balance control in standing and walking. The six-spot step test (SSST) includes a 5-m walk during which one leg shoves wooden blocks out of circles marked on the floor, thus assessing the ability to take load on each leg. The...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Arvidsson Lindvall M,Anderzén-Carlsson A,Appelros P,Forsberg A

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obesity is regarded as a modern lifestyle problem, causing illness, stigma, discrimination, and psychological problems. To help patients avoid these problems, physiotherapists increasingly engage in lifestyle programs specialized in weight loss. OBJECTIVE:To explore how physiotherapists' encounters with pat...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Groven KS,Heggen K

更新日期：2018-05-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To determine if subscores based on grouping Stroke Impact Scale 16 (SIS-16) items according to International Classification of Functioning, Health and Disability (ICF) components are more accurate in identifying individuals with a history of falls than the total SIS-16 score. DESIGN:Case series. SUBJECTS:43...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Beninato M,Parikh V,Plummer L

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Numerous pathologic conditions of the shoulder result in loss of range of motion with lateral rotation being one of the most affected movements. Therefore, it is essential to know the reliability of the methods to measure this motion from a treatment evaluation perspective. The purpose of this study was to examine the...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Piotte F,Gravel D,Nadeau S,Moffet H,Bédard C

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose: The effects of preoperative respiratory muscle training (RMT) on postoperative complications in patients with pulmonary resection have recently attracted the attention of researchers. More studies are obviously needed to clarify the effects of RMT after pulmonary resection. The aim of this study was to evalua...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Taşkin H PT, MSc,Telli Atalay O PT, PhD,Yuncu G MD,Taşpinar B PT, PhD,Yalman A PT,Şenol H MSc

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Forward flexed posture is an impairment in body structure commonly seen among older adults and those with pathologies such as ankylosing spondylitis and osteoporosis. Accurate measurement of forward flexed posture is important as it is related to pain, mobility limitations, and falls. Our purpose was to ex...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Tudini FT,Myers BJ,Bohannon RW

更新日期：2020-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Provision of out of regular business hours (OBH) physiotherapy to hospital inpatients is widespread in the hospital setting. This systematic review evaluated the effect of additional OBH physiotherapy services on patient length of stay (LOS), pulmonary complications, discharge destination, discharge mobility status, q...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Brusco NK,Paratz J

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Treatment of chronic pain is challenging and there is often failure of recovery, with the need to look at different approaches in its management. Central mechanisms may contribute to chronicity (i.e. disturbance in body schema). Laterality judgment is dependent on body schema and can determine affected cen...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Ravat S PT, MSc,Olivier B PT, PhD,Gillion N PT, MSc,Lewis F PT, MSc

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Study Design: Case Series. Background: Shoulder pain is a prevalent problem in health care. Traditionally, treatment is based on a pathoanatomical diagnosis determined through the use of special tests. The validity of these special tests is questionable and minimal evidence exists to support these tests to guide treat...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Somerville K,Walston Z,Marr T,Yake D

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are common in sports including a significant failure rate following reconstruction. The iliotibial band (ITB) is an important stabilizer of the lateral portion of the knee and also an important lateral rotator of the tibia. Both the tensor fascia lata (TFL) and gluteus maximus...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Cibulka MT,Bennett J

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neck proprioception is one of the information sources that helps regulate postural balance. However, it is believed to be impaired as patients with both idiopathic neck pain (INP) and whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) have been shown to have a more unstable balance than healthy controls. This systematic review aims ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Silva AG,Cruz AL

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: There is evidence that interventions based on a behavioral medicine approach to physical therapy (BMPI) are beneficial for older adults living with chronic pain; however, knowledge of the perceptions of older people regarding their participation in BMPI is lacking. Aim: The aim of this study was to describ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Cederbom S,Nortvedt L,Lillekroken D

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The primary purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a14-week aquatic exercise program on gross motor function and walking endurance in children with cerebral palsy (CP). The secondary purpose was to evaluate changes in functional strength, aerobic capacity and balance. METHOD:A prospec...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Fragala-Pinkham MA,Smith HJ,Lombard KA,Barlow C,O'Neil ME

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing age, numbers, and complexity of care are potentially impacting physiotherapy service delivery for adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). PURPOSE:This study aimed to describe physiotherapy service provision, scope of practice, and skill mix in a large tertiary adult CF center, and determine if services...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Hall K,Maxwell L,Cobb R,Chambers R,Roll M,Bell SC,Kuys S

更新日期：2020-06-11 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