Physiotherapy clinical educators' perspectives on a fitness to practice initiative.

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this prospective, randomized, controlled study was to investigate the effects of the addition of Pilates-based exercises to standard exercise programs performed after total knee arthroplasty on quality of life and balance. METHOD:Forty-six volunteers were divided into two groups. The control group (...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Karaman A,Yuksel I,Kinikli GI,Caglar O

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: The mini-Balance Evaluation Systems Test (mini-BESTest) is a valid tool for assessing standing balance in people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Its reliability has not yet been investigated with this population. Objective: To assess the test-retest and inter-rater reliability of the mini-BESTest in adults ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Roy A,Higgins J,Nadeau S

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Impairment of global and regional pulmonary ventilations is a well-known consequence of general anesthesia. Positive expiratory pressure (PEP) or incentive spirometry (IS) is commonly prescribed, albeit their efficacy is poorly demonstrated. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of PEP and IS o...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Reychler G,Uribe Rodriguez V,Hickmann CE,Tombal B,Laterre PF,Feyaerts A,Roeseler J

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Breathing retraining (BR) improves symptoms, psychological well-being and quality of life in adults with asthma; but there remains uncertainty as to mechanism of effect. One of the intuitively logical theories is that BR works through altering breathing pattern. There is currently no evidence, however, that BR does re...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Tehrany R BScPT, PhD MCSP,DeVos R BScPT, MCSP,Bruton A BScPT, PhD MCSP

更新日期：2018-04-01 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：:Touch, while ubiquitous and ever present in the practice of physiotherapy, is conspicuously absent from physiotherapy-related research. Based on a theoretical perspective inspired by phenomenology, this article explores and elaborates on the meaning and significance of touch in the practice of physiotherapy. The resea...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bjorbækmo WS,Mengshoel AM

更新日期：2016-01-01 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：:The objective of the present study was to compare the effects of continuous ultrasound (CUS) with pulsed ultrasound (PUS) in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). In this prospective, randomized, double-blind, parallel group study, 40 patients (10 losses) with CRS participated. Patients received either continuou...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Ansari NN,Fathali M,Naghdi S,Hasson S,Jalaie S,Rastak MS

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: The aim of this study is to assess whether Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) improves musculoskeletal pain, movement quality, psychological function, and quality of life. Methods: The effects of BBAT in addition to treatment as usual (TAU) were studied in a randomized controlled trial. Forty-one patien...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bravo C,Skjaerven LH,Espart A,Guitard Sein-Echaluce L,Catalan-Matamoros D

更新日期：2019-10-01 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 effectiveness of exercise programs for chronic low back pain (CLBP) is dependent upon patient adherence which is problematic to measure accurately. This cross-sectional observational study aimed to compare patient-reported levels of adherence with physiotherapists' perceptions of patient adherence; and to explore ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Peek K,Carey M,Mackenzie L,Sanson-Fisher R

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A systematic review by Barclay-Goddard et al (2004) reported that force platform feedback improved stance symmetry but not sway, clinical balance outcomes, or measures of independence in adults with stroke. However, the role of computerized dynamic posturography (CDP) systems was not explored. The purpose of this case...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Hakim RM,Davies L,Jaworski K,Tufano N,Unterstein A

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:External hemipelvectomy (EHP) is an uncommon procedure involving surgical amputation of the lower extremity and hemipelvis. Soft tissue sarcomas of the pelvis are rare and accompanied by a high risk of disease progression after surgical intervention. The purpose of this case report is to describe...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Schaal Wilson RE

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study investigates the type of shoulder conditions presenting to public physiotherapy departments and the outcomes of such presentations. METHODS:Demographic, diagnostic, and outcome data were collected from people with shoulder pain presenting to 10 public outpatient physiotherapy services in NSW, Austra...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Roberts D,Li F

更新日期：2014-07-01 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：: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：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：: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：: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：:Background: Post-stroke survivors with right hemisphere injury have more impairments in postural control and balance. However, the impact of the hemisphere injured on the process of balance reacquisition has not been fully explored. We hypothesized that stroke survivors could learn balance tasks (H1), but right hemisp...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bonuzzi GMG,de Freitas TB,Palma GCDS,Soares MAA,Lange B,Pompeu JE,Torriani-Pasin C

更新日期：2020-02-24 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：:The relationship between subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS) and altered scapular movement has been previously reported. The purpose of this review was to determine the effect of interventions that focus on addressing scapular components to improve shoulder pain, function, shoulder range of motion (ROM), and muscle stren...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Saito H,Harrold ME,Cavalheri V,McKenna L

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: To assess predictors for adherence to a home-based pelvic floor muscle exercise (PFME) program supplemented with three physical therapy sessions in women with urinary incontinence (UI). Design: Secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial of interventions to enhance self-efficacy with respect to PFME...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Sacomori C PT, PhD,Berghmans B PT, MSc, PhD,de Bie R PT, PhD,Mesters I PhD,Cardoso FL PhD

更新日期：2020-01-01 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：:Ashworth Scales are the most widely used tests to assess the severity of muscle spasticity. These scales offer qualitative and subjective information; consequently, there are issues concerning validity and reliability. This article presents the results of a study comparing interrater reliability of the original and of...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Ansari NN,Naghdi S,Moammeri H,Jalaie S

更新日期：2006-06-01 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：:Introduction: To assist with the professional development of physical therapists in Kenya, a post-graduate residency program was developed and implemented in the country.Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore the influence of residency training on the professional development of physical therapists.Methods:...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Cunningham S,Litwin B,Fernandez-Fernandez A,Canbek J

更新日期：2020-03-09 00:00:00

abstract：:In the original description of Asperger's disorder (AD), clumsiness was an associated feature. Several studies of children have shown deficits in motor control, whereas research regarding adults is scarce. The aim of the present study was to compare motor function in adults with AD, with a normal comparison group. Gro...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Sahlander C,Mattsson M,Bejerot S

更新日期：2008-03-01 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:The objective of the present study was to investigate loading of the operated leg during quiet standing and sit-to-stand (STS) movement for 1 year after total hip arthroplasty (THA). METHODS:One hundred and fifty-eight patients with end-stage hip osteoarthritis (OA) who had undergone unilateral primary THA ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Miura N PT, BS,Tagomori K PT, BS,Ikutomo H PT,Nakagawa N PT, PhD,Masuhara K MD, PhD

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00