Role of spiritual beliefs on disability and health-related quality of life in acute inpatient rehabilitation unit.

abstract：:Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive, neurodegenerative movement disorder that is often accompanied by impaired balance and walking and reduced quality of life (QoL). Recent studies indicate that dance may be an effective alternative to traditional exercise for addressing these areas of concern to individuals with ...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Earhart GM

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increasing prevalence of disability worldwide is a big challenge for society and for health systems. It leads to an increase of unmet needs for rehabilitation worldwide, particularly in low and middle-income countries. In order to support and achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No 3, in early Februar...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Gutenbrunner C,Nugraha B

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reports the case of a a 29-year-old girl with a right-sided sciatica. Magnetic resonance imaging of the lumbar vertebrae and the pelvic region detected a right L5-S paracentral disc herniation with descending S1 nerve root compression and atrophy in the right piriformis muscle. Magnetic resonance images o...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Malas FU,Ozçakar L,Kerimoõlu U,Yörübulut M

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is the leading cause of spinal surgery in people over 65-years old. In people with LSS, generic self-administered questionnaires are the most commonly used PROs to assess health-related quality of life, global activity limitation, and low back pain-located activity limitation. A...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Masi C,Couraud G,Daste C,Jouffriault J,Poiraudeau S,Lefevre-Colau MM,Rannou F,Nguyen C

更新日期：2020-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the objectives of the Professional Practice Committee (PPC) of the Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) Section of the Union of European Medical Specialists (UEMS) is the development of the field of competence of PRM physicians in Europe. To achieve this objective, UEMS PRM Section PPC has adopted a syste...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Valero R,Varela E,Küçükdeveci AA,Oral A,Ilieva E,Berteanu M,Christodoulou N,UEMS-PRM Section Professional Practice Committee.

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Telemedicine has changed over the last years, becoming an integrated service used in various clinical settings such as stroke units or radiological departments, but also as an important tool for home rehabilitation. Assessment of usefulness and efficiency of performing teleconsultations to manage stroke from...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Molteni F,Gaffuri M,Guidotti M,Checcarelli N,Colombo M,Lorenzon C,Giovanzana C,Specchia A,Cannaviello G

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Since 2007 we have been focusing our attention to EJPRM as the best available clinical evidence as offered by the Cochrane Collaboration. Due to the absence of a specific Rehabilitation Group (only a Field does exist), some reviews in the field of PRM are not easy to find. Consequently, the EJPRM lists and presents...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Zaina F,Negrini S

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Management of the lower urinary tract is crucially important in patients with spinal cord injuries in order to prevent damage to the upper urinary tract and to preserve renal function. AIM:This study was designed to compare the use of standard polyvinyl chloride (PVC), hydrophilic-coated, and gel-lubricated...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Sarica S,Akkoc Y,Karapolat H,Aktug H

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-pharmacological approaches to PD disease management seem to be a growing and promising field of investigation. Indeed interesting new perspectives are forthcoming from studies on physical rehabilitation and on physical exercise. AIM:To qualitatively describe the rehabilitation experience of Parkinson Di...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Giardini A,Pierobon A,Callegari S,Bertotti G,Maffoni M,Ferrazzoli D,Frazzitta G

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In patients affected by multiple sclerosis (MS) the disabilities increase during the progression of the disease, with a negative impact on quality of life. Rehabilitation improves motor performances, but remains unclear the role of psychological variables on motor recovery. AIM:The aim of this study was to ...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Fanciullacci C,Straudi S,Basaglia N,Chisari C

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), the association of ankle muscle impairment with knee, hip and abdominal weakness causes complex alterations of static (postural) and dynamic (walking) balance, increasing the risk of recurrent falls. Stereophotogrammetric system and body-worn gyroscopes w...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Aprile I,Padua L,Iosa M,Gilardi A,Bordieri C,Frusciante R,Russo G,Erra C,De Santis F,Ricci E

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessment of rehabilitation outcome is based on measuring the change in Functional Independence Measure (FIMTM) score between the start and end of rehabilitation. However, the raw FIMTM score gain is subject to a ceiling effect. Proposed solutions to this problem have incongruities that limit their use. AI...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Lanzillo B,Matarazzo G,Calabrese C,Vitale DF

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Performance measures are tools aimed to directly evaluate social function in older adults. The authors present the standardization of a new direct performance measure for patients with dementia, the functional living skills assessment (FLSA). METHODS:FLSA was conceived to detect functional impairment in very mild ...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Farina E,Fioravanti R,Pignatti R,Alberoni M,Mantovani F,Manzoni G,Chiavari L,Imbornone E,Villanelli F,Nemni R

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0) is a well-known questionnaire used to evaluate disability. We can not only evaluate disability but also obtain additional information by using the standardized WHODAS 2.0 scores. AIM:To predict the institutionalization of the pati...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Hu HY,Chi WC,Chang KH,Yen CF,Escorpizo R,Liao HF,Huang SW,Liou TH

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this article was to describe the use of noninvasive inspiratory and expiratory muscle aids to prevent chest wall deformities including pectus excavatum, to prevent respiratory complications of vertebral surgery, to prevent acute and long-term ventilatory insufficiency and failure in children with paraly...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Ishikawa Y,Bach JR

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hip dislocation is common in children with cerebral palsy (CP). At birth they do not have musculoskeletal deformities but they develop over time due to the combined effects of the movement disorder and impaired gross motor function. Early detection and treatment of a hip at risk is needed to modify the natur...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Picciolini O,LE Métayer M,Consonni D,Cozzaglio M,Porro M,Gasparroni V,Panou A,Mosca F,Portinaro NM

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article describes the certification pathways for Physiatrists in the United States, reviews the licensure, certification and accreditation pathways for rehabilitation facilities in the United States, examines the evolving models of health care in the United States, evaluates the impact of health care reform withi...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Wu SS,Welch DG,Hoppe KM,Weinstein SM

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, inflammatory, progressive, disabling autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system. Symptoms and signs of MS vary widely and patients may lose their ability to walk. To date the benefits of aquatic therapy often used for rehabilitation in MS patients have not...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Corvillo I,Varela E,Armijo F,Alvarez-Badillo A,Armijo O,Maraver F

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is quickly spreading, putting under heavy stress health systems worldwide and especially Intensive Care Units (ICU). Rehabilitation Units have a crucial role in reducing disability in order to reintroduce patients in the community. AIM:The aim of this study is to...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Curci C,Pisano F,Bonacci E,Camozzi DM,Ceravolo C,Bergonzi R,De Franceschi S,Moro P,Guarnieri R,Ferrillo M,Negrini F,de Sire A

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lower limb paresis is one of the main determinants of postural transferring, standing and walking disability in patients with stroke. Early prognosis of recovery of lower limb function and of related functional disability is an important issue in neurorehabilitation clinical practice. AIM:Aim of this study ...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Smania N,Gambarin M,Paolucci S,Girardi P,Bortolami M,Fiaschi A,Santilli V,Picelli A

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:New technologies, such as telerehabilitation and gaming devices offer the possibility for patients to train at home. This opens the challenge of safety for the patient as he/she is called to exercise neither with a therapist on the patients' side nor with a therapist linked remotely to supervise the sessions...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Held JP,Ferrer B,Mainetti R,Steblin A,Hertler B,Moreno-Conde A,Dueñas A,Pajaro M,Parra-Calderón CL,Vargiu E,Josè Zarco M,Barrera M,Echevarria C,Jódar-Sánchez F,Luft AR,Borghese NA

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Decreased range of motion is a common secondary complication of motor neuron disease (MND) that can contribute to functional decline and decreased participation in daily activities. AIM:The purpose of this study was to develop and assess the effectiveness of educational brochures and videos aimed at improvi...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Burke K,De Marchi F,Ellrodt AS,Doyle M,Koul M,Comeau O,Adelson E,Walter R,Kusy M,Amaya F,Anderson C,Honda J,Chan J,Berry J,Paganoni S

更新日期：2020-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent proposals of classification for cerebral palsy (CP), mainly revised for epidemiological purposes, suggest to abandon the use of the term diplegia. Conversely, in this paper data are presented to support the proposal to maintain the distinction between spastic tetraplegia and diplegia, and to subdivide this latt...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Cioni G,Lodesani M,Pascale R,Coluccini M,Sassi S,Paolicelli PB,Perazza S,Ferrari A

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The growth and popularity of complementary physical therapies for Parkinson's disease (PD) attempt to fill the gap left by conventional exercises, which does not always directly target wellbeing, enjoyment and social participation. AIM:To evaluate the effects of complementary physical therapies on motor per...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Alves Da Rocha P,McClelland J,Morris ME

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are commonly observed in the neck, parascapular region, and upper back muscles of patients with cervical pathology. AIM:To assess the frequency of latent and active myofascial trigger point (aMTrP) in the neck and upper back muscles in patients with cervical radiculopathy a...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Sari H,Akarirmak U,Uludag M

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common knee problem characterised by retropatellar or peripatellar pain, which particularly affects adolescents and young adults. Exercise therapy is often prescribed. AIM:To assess the effects of exercise therapy in people with PFPS. DESIGN:Systematic review. SETT...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Van Der Heijden RA,Lankhorst NE,Van Linschoten R,Bierma-Zeinstra SM,Van Middelkoop M

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pain is very common in neurorehabilitation, where it may be a target for treatment and have a negative effect on rehabilitation procedures and outcomes. Promising preliminary preclinical data support certain therapeutic approaches to pain, but there is a strong need of adequate preclinical models, experimental setting...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Porro CA,Sandrini G,Truini A,Tugnoli V,Alfonsi E,Berliocchi L,Cacciatori C,LA Cesa S,Magrinelli F,Sacerdote P,Valeriani M,Tamburin S

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the occurrence of nocturnal polyuria (NP) in spinal cord injured (SCI) patients and the definitions which are preferable in this population. AIM:To determine the occurrence of NP in SCI patients during in-patient rehabilitation in the Ghent University Hospital. To study the influence o...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Viaene A,Denys MA,Goessaert AS,Claeys J,Raes A,Roggeman S,Everaert K

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effects of swallowing therapy (ST) on long-term clinical outcomes in patients with post-stroke dysphagia (PSD) remain unclear. AIM:This study explores the effect of ST, initiated within 6 months of the stroke onset, on long-term pneumonia-free and overall survival rates in PSD patients. DESIGN:Retrospe...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Lo YK,Fu TC,Chen CP,Yuan SS,Hsu CC

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this paper was to determine whether the injection of alcohol or phenol into the tibialis posterior nerve relive the symptoms and signs of ankle plantar flexor spasticity. METHODS:Twenty patients with hemiplegic stroke were included. Patients were randomly assigned to receive a single treatment of alcoho...

journal_title：European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine

authors： Kocabas H,Salli A,Demir AH,Ozerbil OM

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00