Clinical and Ambulatory Gait Speed in Older Adults: Associations With Several Physical, Mental, and Cognitive Health Outcomes.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute care physical therapists contribute to the complex process of patient discharge planning. As physical therapists are experts at evaluating functional abilities and are able to incorporate various other factors relevant to discharge planning, it was expected that physical therapists' recommendations of ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Smith BA,Fields CJ,Fernandez N

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:There are some sex differences in the career activities of physical therapists. The purpose of this study was to determine whether these sex differences are reflected in the career expectations of physical therapist students. SUBJECTS:Participants were 919 physical therapist students. METHODS:F...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Johanson MA

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1974 the University of Kentucky was faced with two problems: 1) overburdening of local clinical facilities by students and 2) a large exodus of graduates from the state. The advent of the Area Health Education System offered the opportunity for the clinical education program to develop nontraditional clinical sites...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Clark SL,Schlachter S

更新日期：1981-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of our study was to describe and compare free-speed gait patterns of healthy young women with healthy elderly women. The evaluation was completed with high-speed cinematography using synchronized front and side views of 26 healthy volunteers. One group was composed of 13 subjects 20 to 35 years of age, and...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Hageman PA,Blanke DJ

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The drop vertical jump (DVJ) task has previously been used to identify movement patterns associated with a number of injury types. However, no current research exists evaluating people with chronic ankle instability (CAI) compared with people coping with lateral ankle sprain (LAS) (referred to as "LAS copers...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Doherty C,Bleakley C,Hertel J,Caulfield B,Ryan J,Sweeney K,Patterson MR,Delahunt E

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this paper is to discuss general treatment guidelines for treating patients with acute burns and to review pathophysiology of acute burn injuries. I will discuss skin composition briefly, give a review of acute burn pathophysiology and medical treatment, outline the psychological factors physical therap...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Wright PC

更新日期：1984-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Standardized pediatric assessment tools such as the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI) numerically quantify changes during rehabilitation through test scores, but they are unable to provide client-specific information regarding important changes in function. The purpose of this s...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Iyer LV,Haley SM,Watkins MP,Dumas HM

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:People with peripheral vestibular pathology demonstrate motor impairments when responding and adapting to postural platform perturbations and during performance of sit-to-stand and locomotor tasks. This study investigated the influence of unilateral peripheral vestibular hypofunction on voluntary...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Borello-France DF,Gallagher JD,Furman JM,Redfern MS,Carvell GE

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The Movement Continuum Theory (MCT) provides a potential basis for movement assessment and intervention, but "movement" lacks specificity. The purposes of this study were to propose and evaluate a subdivision of movement into multiple dimensions. SUBJECTS:A convenience sample of 318 adults compl...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Allen DD

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Even though transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is gaining increasing acceptance as a noninvasive method of pain modulation, many professionals have not been adequately instructed in the many techniques involved in electrode placement. Alternative methods are presented that can be used when more commonly used ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Mannheimer JS

更新日期：1978-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of short-term immobilization on isometric muscle strength, movement time, and triphasic integrated electromyographic characteristics were assessed during a simple ballistic elbow flexion and extension movement. The nondominant upper limbs in six subjects (two female, four male) were immobilized in a plaste...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Vaughan VG

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gait and mobility aid assessments are important components of rehabilitation. Given the increasing use of telehealth to meet rehabilitation needs, it is important to examine the feasibility of such assessments within the constraints of telerehabilitation. OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to examine...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Venkataraman K,Amis K,Landerman LR,Caves K,Koh GC,Hoenig H

更新日期：2020-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pain is one of the main symptoms associated with spinal cord injury (SCI) and can be associated with changes to the central nervous system (CNS). PURPOSE:This article provides an overview of the evidence relating to CNS changes (structural and functional) associated with pain in SCIs. DATA SOURCES:A system...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Osinski T,Acapo S,Bensmail D,Bouhassira D,Martinez V

更新日期：2020-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Evidence from dynamic biomechanical analyses of physical activities has greatly expanded our knowledge about the mechanical bases for human movement function with potential implications for further understanding movement dysfunction. The purpose of this review is to relate these findings to present knowledge about the...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Deusinger RH

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Obstacle crossing is compromised following stroke. The purpose of this study was to quantify modifications during obstacle clearance following stroke. SUBJECTS:Twelve subjects with stroke and 12 subjects without stroke participated in the study. METHODS:Kinematic variables were measured while p...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Said CM,Goldie PA,Culham E,Sparrow WA,Patla AE,Morris ME

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Back School program consists of exercises and education designed to reduce back pain. Sixty-six percent of the patients had too much back pain to participate. The purpose of this clinical report is to describe how 24-hour burst transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) treatment enabled these patients wit...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Brill MM,Whiffen JR

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Administration of glucocorticoids results in atrophy and contractile dysfunction in the rat diaphragm. Anabolic steroids may be useful in preventing atrophy and contractile dysfunction. The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of simultaneous administration of testosterone and glucocor...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Eason JM,Dodd SL,Powers SK

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Reports in the surgical and rehabilitation literature suggest that patients with transmetatarsal amputations (TMAs) function well with regular shoes and a toe filler. Functional limitations, however, have not been documented in this population. The purpose of this study was to compare the functio...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Mueller MJ,Salsich GB,Strube MJ

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rehabilitation robotics is a research area, originating in engineering, that has emerged in the last decade. Its broad aim is to use robot technology to assist people with movement dysfunction. The neurologically impaired population might gain considerably from the provision of robots as "assistants" or "therapy aides...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： van Vliet P,Wing AM

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This perspective article explores the utility of active video gaming as a means of reducing sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity among youth with physical disabilities and limitations in lower extremity function who typically are excluded from mainstream exercise options. Youth with physical disabilitie...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Rowland JL,Malone LA,Fidopiastis CM,Padalabalanarayanan S,Thirumalai M,Rimmer JH

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report presents a treatment approach for a patient with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction signs and symptoms. Temporomandibular joint pain, jaw clicking and locking, and postural abnormalities were treated with gentle isometric (static) exercises, coordination exercises, and an easily fitted and read...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Santiesteban AJ

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fourteen pediatricians serving Boston neighborhood health centers and fourteen pediatric neurologists in the greater Boston area were interviewed in order to determine their attitudes toward early intervention for infants with developmental disorders. The two groups differed significantly over the potential of early t...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Esposito RR

更新日期：1978-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:To consistently prepare physical therapist students for their first full-time clinical experience, the entry-level curriculum must provide and assess competency in the essential knowledge, skills, attitudes, and professional behaviors. Objective:The purpose of this Delphi study was to develop consensus on a...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Timmerberg JF,Dole R,Silberman N,Goffar SL,Mathur D,Miller A,Murray L,Pelletier D,Simpson MS,Stolfi A,Thompson A,Utzman R

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Disability in patients with facial paralysis is the result of impairment or loss of complex and multidimensional functions of the face, including expression of emotions, facial identity, and communication. However, the majority of interventions for facial paralysis are unidimensional and impairme...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Prakash V,Hariohm K,Vijayakumar P,Bindiya DT

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:I surveyed by questionnaire a random sample of 585 physical therapists and the administrators of all accredited and developing entry-level educational programs on record with the American Physical Therapy Association in March 1981 to determine attitudes toward, involvement in, and preparation for teaching as a skill i...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： May BJ

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Poststroke spasticity often negatively affects functional activities and daily living and frequently is accompanied by pain, abnormal limb postures, and contractures. The purpose of this case report is to describe the long-term benefit of botulinum toxin A in a patient with poststroke spasticity....

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Patel AT

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Quantitative longitudinal tracking of objectively defined motor behaviors can be used with severely multiply handicapped infants and children to develop treatment curricula and assess the changes occurring as a result of stimulation programs. The frequency or duration of clearly defined motor behaviors can be observed...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Whitney PL

更新日期：1978-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute care physical therapists are at risk for developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) due to manual patient handling. Safe patient handling (SPH) reduces WMSDs caused by manual handling. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to describe the patient handling practices of acute care physi...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Olkowski BF,Stolfi AM

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to determine the intrarater and interrater reliability of measurements of three clinical features of coordination based on the performance of the "finger-to-nose" test. SUBJECTS:Thirty-seven persons with traumatic brain injury (26 male, 11 female), aged 17 to 64 yea...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Swaine BR,Sullivan SJ

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to examine the physical impairments and functional limitations of individuals with total knee arthroplasty (TKA), as compared with individuals with no diagnosed knee disease (control subjects). SUBJECTS:Twenty-nine individuals 1 year following TKA (13 women, 16 men)...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Walsh M,Woodhouse LJ,Thomas SG,Finch E

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00