The McKenzie Method and its association with psychosocial outcomes in low back pain: a systematic review.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Patient perceived level of force is commonly used to regulate exercise load. This study determined the accuracy of perceived force as a method of regulating exercise load for the cervical flexors and extensors. METHODS:Thirty healthy individuals performed submaximal isometric cervical flexion and extension e...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： O'Leary S PT, PhD,Cush AM PT,Ng WYW PT,Taanevig C PT,Tan JE PT,McPhail SM PT, PhD

更新日期：2019-06-01 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：: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: 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

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to determine the inter-rater reliability of glenohumeral internal rotation (GIR) range of motion (ROM) and pressure measurements among four measurement methods: (1) Manual stabilization of the humeral head and coracoid process (MSHC) without applying consistent pressure (ACP) to bot...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Hwang UJ,Kwon OY,Jeon IC,Jung SH,Kim MH

更新日期：2019-06-01 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：: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：:Intermittent claudication can seriously limit an individual's walking capacity. Walking programs are known to improve this limitation but could be limited by a person's ability to carry his or her own full body weight to perform the walking. We theorized that decreasing body weight, through mechanical unloading, might...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Swisher AK,Long H,Dyer B,Gilleland D,Bonner D

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was conducted to determine the test-retest reliability of measurements of grip strength obtained with the MicroFET 4 dynamometer. Measurements did not differ significantly between days and had high intraclass correlation coefficients (>.970). The technical error of measurement was low (< or =22.7 newtons). ...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Bohannon RW

更新日期：2006-09-01 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

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

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：CONTEXT:Health practitioner registration boards require health professionals to evaluate and maintain "fitness to practice" (FTP). This encompasses the professional behavior, clinical competence, and freedom from impairment required for safe and effective service provision. We developed and implemented policies to prom...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lo K,Curtis H,Francis-Cracknell A,Maloney S,Nickson W,Bearman M,Keating JL

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Vulvar edema is a condition rarely reported and without defined treatment that may result in functional limitation. The aim of the report is to describe a case series of patients with disabling vulvar edema of different etiologies that were treated with manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and multi...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Pinto e Silva MP,Bassani MA,Miquelutti MA,Marques Ade A,do Amaral MT,de Oliveira MM,Ferreira Nde O

更新日期：2015-01-01 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：:Purpose: To verify the effects of 12, 24, 36 hippotherapy sessions over time on postural balance while sitting in children with cerebral palsy as well the effects of treatment after one interruption period of 45 days. Methods: Hippotherapy program with a twice-weekly treatment with a total of 13 children aged 5-10 yea...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Moraes AG PT, MSc,Copetti F PhD,Ângelo VR BS,Chiavoloni L BS,de David AC PhD

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Body mass index, pain, female sex, and age have been reported as predictors of physical activity in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). However, no reports have examined the psychological factors associated with physical activity in people with LSS. Purpose: To use psychological assessments to iden...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Minetama M,Kawakami M,Teraguchi M,Kagotani R,Mera Y,Sumiya T,Nakagawa M,Yamamoto Y,Matsuo S,Sakon N,Nakatani T,Kitano T,Nakagawa Y

更新日期：2020-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to examine how risks and benefits of cervical spine manipulation (CSM) were framed and discussed in the context of mentorship and their impact on the perception of safe practice of CSM in clinical physiotherapy settings. A multi-method qualitative approach was employed, including a document a...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Yamamoto K,Condotta L,Haldane C,Jaffrani S,Johnstone V,Jachyra P,Gibson BE,Yeung E

更新日期：2018-02-01 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：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 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：BACKGROUND:The Figure-of-8 Walk Test (F8W) is a valid measure of walking skill in older adults with a mobility disability. Use of the F8W in assessing walking skill in persons with Parkinson's disease (PWP) is unknown. PURPOSE:We examined the validity of the F8W by associations with mobility, and cognitive and physica...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Lowry K,Woods T,Malone A,Krajek A,Smiley A,Van Swearingen J

更新日期：2020-06-16 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：:In 2004, Mälardalen University, Sweden, introduced a new undergraduate entry-level physiotherapy program. Program developers constructed the curriculum with behavioral medicine content that reflected the contemporary definition and values of the physiotherapy profession aligning it with current best practices, evidenc...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Sandborgh M,Dean E,Denison E,Elvén M,Fritz J,Wågert PVH,Moberg J,Overmeer T,Snöljung Å,Johansson AC,Söderlund A

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Physiotherapists (PTs) are responsible for the prevention and promotion of physical and mental health. Their beliefs toward mental illness (MI) are important to disclose stigmatization. Purpose: To investigate the b...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Yildirim M,Balci B

更新日期：2021-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose was to explore the feasibility of whole body vibration (WBV) on polio survivors with/without post-polio syndrome (PPS) by studying its effects on walking speed (10-m walk test), endurance (2-min walk test), pain severity/interference (Brief Pain Inventory [BPI]), sleep quality (Pittsburg Sleep Quali...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Da Silva CP,Szot CL,deSa N

更新日期：2019-06-01 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：:Low back pain resulting from lumbar disc herniation is a common reason for referral for physical therapy. There is no evidence to support the management of lumbar disc herniation and derangement using mechanical traction combined with lumbar extension exercises. Therefore, the purpose of this case report was to descri...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Gagne AR,Hasson SM

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Milwaukee brace had been a standard of nonsurgical treatment for scoliosis since 1954. Milwaukee brace 23-hours wearing protocol was most effective for the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. However, Milwaukee brace 23-hours wearing showed an impact on psychosocial functioning of the patients. Moreover,...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Maruyama T,Takesita K,Kitagawa T,Nakao Y

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) presents with both musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory pathophysiological manifestations. Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) may be a useful intervention to address deficits in respiratory and functional status. CASE DESCRIPTION:A 25-year-old male with AS initially sought treatment for lo...

journal_title：Physiotherapy theory and practice

authors： Wong ML,Anderson RG,Garcia K,Housmann EM,McHale E,Goldberger GS,Cahalin LP

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00