An exploration of pain experiences and their meaning in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

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：: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：: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：:This article describes and evaluates initial steps of a gender-sensitive, youth-friendly group intervention model designed for teenage girls and young women who experience stress-related or psychosomatic problems. Fifty-four young women (16-25 years of age) participated in a gender-sensitive physiotherapy stress manag...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Strömbäck M,Wiklund M,Salander Renberg E,Malmgren-Olsson EB

更新日期：2016-01-01 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: Chronic pain management is a challenging area of practice for new graduate physiotherapists entering the workforce. Understanding the readiness and experience of new graduates entering this area of practice is important for informing requirements for preparation for practice.Objective: The aim of this stud...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Forbes R,Ingram M

更新日期：2019-12-01 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：: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：:A retrospective audit was conducted in 1998 and 2000 to review the physiotherapy management of hospitalized children with cystic fibrosis (CF) at the Brisbane Royal Children's Hospital (RCH). The objective was to detect and explore possible changes in patient management in this time period and investigate whether thes...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Farbotko K,Wilson C,Watter P,MacDonald J

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate satisfaction with physiotherapy and perception of change following single physiotherapy consultations in a hospital's outpatient service for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) (PwMS). The consultation included assessment, exploration of treatment, information, and instruction ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

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

更新日期：2012-02-01 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：: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: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：: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：:Background: The rotator cuff muscles are subject to age-related changes, but the effect of aging on glenohumeral joint stability is poorly understood. Objectives: This study aimed to compare glenohumeral joint translation in asymptomatic young and older people. Methods: Twenty young (23.6 ± 5.3 years) and twenty older...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Rathi S,Taylor NF,Green RA

更新日期：2020-12-01 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：:Background: The majority of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are physically inactive. Simple yet accurate assessment of physical activity is important in identifying those in need of intervention. The 'General Practice Physical Activity Questionnaire' (GPPAQ) is a well-used clinical and research tool, but ha...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Wilkinson TJ,Palmer J,Gore EF,Smith AC

更新日期：2020-12-02 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: We examined the effects of three different shoulder positions on the electromyography (EMG) activity of the posterior oblique sling and pelvic rotational angle during right prone hip extension (PHE). Methods: Fifteen healthy males (mean age, 25.4 ± 1.2 years) participated in this study. Three different left...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Ha SM,Jeon IC

更新日期：2019-10-13 00:00:00

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：:There is growing evidence that speed-based exercise training benefits people with Parkinson's disease (PD). The present study investigates the effects of a single session of volitional, high-speed cycling intervals on a battery of timed functional tests selected for their relevance to the symptom of bradykinesia. Ten ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Uygur M,Bellumori M,LeNoir K,Poole K,Pretzer-Aboff I,Knight CA

更新日期：2015-02-01 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：: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：:The objective of this study was to develop a screening instrument for pediatric physiotherapists to distinguish a symptomatic asymmetry in the clinical evaluation of young infants (age <6 months) with an asymmetric head posture. We chose two consensus methods, a two-round Delphi design and an expert meeting using nomi...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Nuysink J,van Haastert IC,Takken T,Helders PJ

更新日期：2011-04-01 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：: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：:This study aimed to assess the interobserver reliability of the Brazilian-Portuguese version of the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), which consists of 14 items that evaluate body balance during daily activities. The assessment was made by physiotherapists with extensive or little clinical experience in noninstitutionalized e...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： de Figueiredo KM,de Lima KC,Cavalcanti Maciel AC,Guerra RO

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：:In part, this is a synopsis of a talk Professor Dean was invited to share with the physical therapy students at the University of Nigeria at Enugu in July 2005. At that time, the students honored her with an Igbo name, 'Chinere' - a true highlight of her career. ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Dean EC

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: The ABILOCO-Kids is a parent-reported outcome measure that quantifies locomotion ability and has been reported to have satisfactory measurement properties. An Arabic version of the scale is needed for Arabic-speaking population. Objectiv...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Alnahdi AH,Alhusaini AA,Yousef B,Alshami A

更新日期：2020-03-03 00:00:00