McConnell taping shifts the patella inferiorly in patients with patellofemoral pain: a dynamic magnetic resonance imaging study.

abstract：Background:Children with cerebral palsy (CP) characteristically present with impairments in balance. Currently, the pattern and timing of the development of balance ability have not been described for children with CP of varying Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) levels. Objective:The purpose of this s...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： LaForme Fiss A,McCoy SW,Bartlett D,Avery L,Hanna SE,On Track Study Team.

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In physical therapist education, the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) is the predominant measure of student success. Because the NPTE is a high-stakes examination, predicting NPTE performance is important for physical therapist students and programs. PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to dete...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Wolden M,Hill B,Voorhees S

更新日期：2020-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Diastasis recti abdominis, or midline separation of the abdominal musculature, has not been investigated scientifically. The purposes of this study were to provide data on the incidence and degree of diastasis recti abdominis, to describe the measurement system used, and to determine the interrater reliability of the ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Bursch SG

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Stair climb power is an important clinical measure of lower-extremity power. The stair climb power test (SCPT) was validated by requiring individuals to climb a full flight of stairs. A 4-step SCPT (4SCPT) would be more clinically feasible and easier to perform, yet its reliability and validity are unknown. ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Ni M,Brown LG,Lawler D,Bean JF

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Balance disability is common after stroke, but there is little detailed information about it. The aims of this study were to investigate the frequency of balance disability; to characterize different levels of disability; and to identify demographics, stroke pathology factors, and impairments ass...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Tyson SF,Hanley M,Chillala J,Selley A,Tallis RC

更新日期：2006-01-01 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:The importance of the biopsychosocial model in assessment and management of chronic musculoskeletal conditions is recognized. Physical therapists have been encouraged to develop psychologically informed practice. Little is known about the process of physical therapists' learning and delivering of psychologic...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Nielsen M,Keefe FJ,Bennell K,Jull GA

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number of bacteria removed from a venous stasis ulcer by whirlpool treatment alone and that removed by whirlpool treatment followed by vigorous rinsing are compared. A single subject received the whirlpool treatment followed by the rinse on 12 separate occasions. The number of bacteria removed was determined by ta...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Bohannon RW

更新日期：1982-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite occupational therapists having strong historical ties to the Canadian military, there are currently no uniformed occupational therapists and only a few permanent occupational therapists employed by Canadian Forces. Occupational therapy is provided, in the main, through civilian occupational therapists. Occupat...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Brown HV,Hollis V

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The vestibular system detects motion of the head and maintains stability of images on the fovea of the retina as well as postural control during head motion. Signals representing angular and translational motion of the head as well as the tilt of the head relative to gravity are transduced by the vestibular end organs...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Schubert MC,Minor LB

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Information contained in a clinical report represents new directions in the practice of physical therapy and provides the stimulus for reseach and growth in the profession. The responsibility of the practitioner to share information on problems and solutions generated in the practice of physical therapy is of paramoun...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Mauser WW

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated the current status of the education of physical therapy students regarding elderly individuals. Data were collected through a questionnaire mailed to the directors of 101 accredited physical therapy education programs; the rate of return was 79%. Nearly all of the program directors (96%) affirmed a nee...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Granick R,Simson S,Wilson LB

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) hyperextension deformity is common in people with diabetic neuropathy and a known risk factor for ulceration and amputation. An MTPJ hyperextension movement pattern may contribute to the development of this acquired deformity. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to deter...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Cheuy VA,Hastings MK,Mueller MJ

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Tuberculous arthritis is not commonly seen by physical therapists in the United States. The purpose of this case report is to describe a case of tuberculous arthritis of the elbow. CASE DESCRIPTION:The patient was a 36-year-old man referred for physical therapy evaluation and intervention for ch...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Dahl CS

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Evidence-based guidelines are needed to inform rehabilitation practice, including the effect of number of exercise training sessions on recovery of walking ability after stroke. Objective:The objective of this study was to determine the response to increasing number of training sessions of 2 interventions-l...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Rose DK,Nadeau SE,Wu SS,Tilson JK,Dobkin BH,Pei Q,Duncan PW

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report describes a program for a child with spastic hemiparesis who had previously received physical therapy with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES). After a year without physical therapy, he returned to continue to receive NMES to strengthen muscles, increase sensory awareness, and improve hand fun...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Carmick J

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Prospective surveillance by physical therapists enables early detection and treatment of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). Strategies to increase access to prospective surveillance could reduce the burden of BCRL on patients and the health system. One potential solution is self-managed surveillance th...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Rafn BS,McNeely ML,Camp PG,Midtgaard J,Campbell KL

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In light of a developing, widespread interest in electromyographic biofeedback as both a clinical and research modality, this article reviews basic factors that the physical therapist must consider for successful biofeedback applications. These factors include the proper use and care of electrodes, correct grounding p...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Wolf SL

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Although physical therapy techniques are used to alleviate pain and stiffness in joint injuries, whether these methods are capable of affecting bone is unknown. For example, can these techniques potentially influence bone formation or resorption? To begin exploring this possibility, this study in...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Wilson AW,Davies HM,Edwards GA,Grills BL

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine whether the time-rate of muscle tension development, the muscle tension-maintaining capacity, and the reciprocal inhibition time of muscles in subjects with multiple sclerosis were significantly different from those of healthy subjects. An isokinetic dynamometer was used to e...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Chen WY,Pierson FM,Burnett CN

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankle arthrodesis has been the treatment of choice for patients who have arthritic or degenerative ankly disease with disabling pain and loss of motion. But the results of long-term retrospective studies show a significant percentage of arthrodeses are unacceptable to patients and considered to be clinically poor or f...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Smith CL

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purposes of this article are to describe the conditions that must be met and the process that must be carried out to develop, implement, and evaluate a quality assurance program. The conditions to be met are administrative support for the program; knowledge of quality assurance theories and components (including s...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Morgenstein S,Simpkins S,Maring J

更新日期：1982-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this review is to provide information about the role of exercise in the prevention of skeletal muscle insulin resistance, that is, the inability of insulin to properly cause glucose uptake into skeletal muscle. Insulin resistance is associated with high levels of stored lipids in skeletal muscle cells. ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Turcotte LP,Fisher JS

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:There is limited research on the effects of the number of exercises a person is told to perform on compliance and performance, as defined by cueing requirements, correct alignment, and quality of movement. Some studies of medication suggest that compliance decreases as the number of medications i...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Henry KD,Rosemond C,Eckert LB

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aging skeletal muscle exhibits decreases in muscle mass and force and changes in contractile properties. The effects of aging on the physiological characteristics of skeletal muscle are fiber type specific. This review describes the aging process in skeletal muscle; specifically, the effects of aging on the biochemica...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Thompson LV

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ability of the Sensory Organization Test (SOT) to detect subtle balance problems has been challenged. The Head-Shake Sensory Organization Test (HS-SOT) has been developed to improve the delineation of balance performance. OBJECTIVE:The purposes of this study were: (1) to examine age-related differences ...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Pang MY,Lam FM,Wong GH,Au IH,Chow DL

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although clinical gait speed may indicate health and well-being in older adults, there is a lack of studies comparing clinical tests with ambulatory gait speed with regard to several health outcomes. OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to examine the associations of clinical gait speed, measured by th...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： De la Cámara MÁ,Higueras-Fresnillo S,Sadarangani KP,Esteban-Cornejo I,Martinez-Gomez D,Veiga ÓL

更新日期：2020-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：:The ankle and foot complex at times must be mobile and at other times must be quite stable. The bony, ligamentous, and muscular structures of the ankle and foot are presented with respect to their mobility and stability functions. Innervation and vascular supply are discussed. Normal anatomy provides a basis and a ref...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Riegger CL

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of functional capacity evaluations (FCEs) appears to be increasing as employers and insurers rely more heavily on them for decision making. To meet credibility requirements, and the American Physical Therapy Association's standards for measurement and documentation, all FCE suppliers need to validate and refi...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： King PM,Tuckwell N,Barrett TE

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on a review of the literature, a theoretical basis for planning learning programs for infants is presented. The prerequisites for effective programming include attention to the characteristics of the learning environment, the infant or learner, and the stimulus-response mechanism. The goals of such a program inc...

journal_title：Physical therapy

authors： Campbell SK,Wilson JM

更新日期：1976-12-01 00:00:00