Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Relevance of stimulation parameters to neurophysiological and hypoalgesic effects.

abstract：:The physiatrist can now be instrumental in prolonging the survival of individuals with neuromuscular disease by using respiratory muscle aids. As a result, morbidity and mortality from cardiomyopathy are likely to increase for patients with generalized myopathies. One hundred consecutive patients with dystrophin-defic...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Ishikawa Y,Bach JR,Ishikawa Y,Minami R

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Given their capacity to regenerate cells lost through injury or disease, stem cells offer new vistas into possible treatments for degenerative diseases and their underlying causes. As such, stem cell biology is emerging as a driving force behind many studies in regenerative medicine. This review focuses on the current...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Maldonado-Soto AR,Oakley DH,Wichterle H,Stein J,Doetsch FK,Henderson CE

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate testosterone and free testosterone levels in male patients after spinal cord injury (SCI) in comparison with healthy subjects, the effects of free testosterone on Functional Independence Measure (FIM) instrument, and their relationship between time since injury, spinal cord injury levels, and ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Celik B,Sahin A,Caglar N,Erhan B,Gunduz B,Gultekin O,Karabulut M

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound-guided cervical medial branch block (CMBB) is commonly performed to diagnose and treat head, neck, and shoulder pain. However, its use at the C7 level has been shown to be less accurate than at other levels, which may increase the chance of injury owing to the imprecision of needle site provided by the ultr...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Park D,Seong MY,Kim HY,Ryu JS

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between physical function and fall-related self-efficacy in older patients with a hip fracture who are undergoing an intensive rehabilitation program. DESIGN:We used a prospective cohort study over 12 mo to determine the effect of a specialized hip ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Petrella RJ,Payne M,Myers A,Overend T,Chesworth B

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this essay was to show the impact that driving forces have had on the emergence of rehabilitation as a health strategy in the United States. Specifically, this essay (1) identifies the driving forces that have addressed the development of rehabilitation, (2) examines how the rehabilitative strategy has been...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Caracheo A,Bickenbach J,Stucki G

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Visual deficits after cerebral injury are common. The variability in the types of injury sustained as well as their impact on function in the environment have produced multiple approaches at corrective intervention. To assess the effectiveness of these vision interventions, an extensive literature search was completed...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Riggs RV,Andrews K,Roberts P,Gilewski M

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the treatment effectiveness of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) and phenol blocks in managing lower limb spasticity and gait dysfunction in children with cerebral palsy. DESIGN:This is a case-controlled study that took place in a tertiary center's gait laboratory. A total of 27 ambulatory children w...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Wong AM,Chen CL,Chen CP,Chou SW,Chung CY,Chen MJ

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lumbar-stabilization exercise programs have become increasingly popular as a treatment for low-back pain. In this article, we outline an evidence-based medicine approach to evaluating patients for a lumbar-stabilization program. We also discuss typical clinical components of this type of program and the rationale for ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Barr KP,Griggs M,Cadby T

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Foot deformities are one of the most common musculoskeletal problems in children with cerebral palsy (CP). These deformities affect the walking ability and function of the patients. Talar cartilage is the hyaline joint cartilage of the tibiotalar joint that plantarflexes and dorsiflexes of the ankle. The aim ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Aras B,Kesikburun S,Yilmaz V,Demirtaş EYG,Yaşar E

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 50-yr-old man arrived at our department for a rehabilitation prescription after a right knee medial collateral ligament sprain. Magnetic resonance imaging showed medial collateral ligament partial rupture and medial femoral condyle increased signal intensity indicating bone edema. After treatment, the patient still ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Chaler J,Torra M,Dolz JL,Müller B,Garreta R

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of antigravity treadmill training on gait, balance, and fall risk in children with diplegic cerebral palsy. DESIGN:Thirty children with diplegic cerebral palsy were selected for this randomized controlled study. They were randomly assigned to (1) an experi...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： El-Shamy SM

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of ultrasound-guided intraarticular and periarticular joint injections as compared with landmark-guided injections technique. METHODS:A systematic literature search was performed in Medline, Web of Science, Embase, the Cochrane Central Regi...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Huang Z,Du S,Qi Y,Chen G,Yan W

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We measured the surface electromyographic activities of vastus medialis obliquus and vastus lateralis in 16 subjects with patellofemoral joint pain syndrome. DESIGN:Each subject performed bilateral static knee extension exercises at 60% of his or her maximal voluntary effort under different combinations of h...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Lam PL,Ng GY

更新日期：2001-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Data were collected prospectively over a 10-yr period from 53 subjects with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) to provide a profile of impairment and disability. Manual muscle testing (MMT) indicated greater involvement of proximal musculature, although a subgroup demonstrated early weakness of the ankle do...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Kilmer DD,Abresch RT,McCrory MA,Carter GT,Fowler WM Jr,Johnson ER,McDonald CM

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fatigue is the most commonly reported and most disabling of all post-polio sequelae (PPS). Bromocriptine mesylate (Parlodel) was employed in a placebo-controlled trial in five survivors of paralytic polio who continued to report moderate to severe daily fatigue after complying with the conservative treatments prescrib...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Bruno RL,Zimmerman JR,Creange SJ,Lewis T,Molzen T,Frick NM

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article was written for the Academic Affairs Committee to help candidates for physical medicine and rehabilitation chair positions to effectively negotiate the new position. The article summarizes negotiation strategies provided from personal interviews and other communication via e-mail and phone with experience...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Braddom-Ritzler C

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a case of median sensory neuropathy after a carpal tunnel steroid injection for the management of carpal tunnel syndrome. Symptoms developed immediately after the injection. Nonoperative management was offered, and the median nerve was serially evaluated by performing ultrasonographic, sonoelastogra...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Park GY,Kim SK,Park JH

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Analyzing multiple nerve conduction study parameters individually is statistically problematic. The goal of this study was to develop a useful factor analysis scheme for assessment of nerve conduction study abnormalities in diabetic neuropathy. Hypotheses were: (1) factor analysis produces a few physiologically meanin...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Robinson LR,Rubner DE,Wahl PW,Fujimoto WY,Stolov WC

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To conduct a pilot study of amantadine in children with impaired consciousness caused by acquired brain injury, to establish design feasibility, and to assess the effect on level of arousal and consciousness. DESIGN:Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial. Seven subjects (mean age, 12.7 ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： McMahon MA,Vargus-Adams JN,Michaud LJ,Bean J

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three boys with muscular dystrophy with known osteoporosis were each treated for 1 yr with weekly alendronate and daily calcium and vitamin D. Measurements of lumbar spine and proximal femur using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry were obtained at the initiation of the alendronate, at 6 mos, and at 1 yr. All three boys...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Apkon S,Coll J

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To document the relationship between sleep disturbance and chronic low back pain in patients referred to a physical medicine and rehabilitation clinic. DESIGN:This is a prospective cross-sectional survey of 268 patients 18 yrs or older being evaluated for low back pain of greater than 6 months at a tertiary ...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Marin R,Cyhan T,Miklos W

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Correlation of muscle function, muscle mass and endurance, and exercise tolerance in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). DESIGN:Sixteen COPD patients (forced expiratory volume during the first second 38 +/- 15% predicted) and 6 controls underwent magnetic resonance imaging of the thigh, muscle stre...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Vilaro J,Rabinovich R,Gonzalez-deSuso JM,Troosters T,Rodríguez D,Barberà JA,Roca J

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The so-called bone-derived growth factor, beta2-microglobulin, has a regulatory function in bone metabolism by stimulating osteoclast activity. We undertook this study because osteoclast activity is known to be enhanced in patients with immobilized stroke, suggesting that their beta2-microglobulin concentrati...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Sato Y,Kuno H,Kaji M,Tsuru T,Saruwatari N,Oizumi K

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The growing number of medical graduates seeking residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) has made the resident selection process increasingly difficult. This circumstance has prompted a search for more efficient selection criteria. Forty-one PM&R residency program directors in the United State...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Garden FH,Smith BS

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of inpatients in a contiguous hospital area designated the Arthritis Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) as opposed to the treatment of patients on units discretely spaced throughout the hospital was studied by means of independent retrospective audit of randomly chosen charts with the primary diagnosis of rheumat...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Cosgrove JL,Nicholas JJ,Barmak J,Brewer C,Mientus JM,McConnell RL,Rinaldo D

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Electrodiagnostic study (EDX) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are commonly used in the diagnosis of brachial plexopathy, but the agreement between these 2 studies is unknown. The aim of this study was to evaluate the agreement of EDX and MRI in patients with brachial plexopathy. DESIGN:The records of 69...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Kang S,Yoon JS,Hong SJ,Yang SN

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article evaluates six mobility-related device classifications for their ability to support assistive technology outcomes research. Our evaluation considered classifications that had been created for various purposes, including those created to support third-party reimbursement decisions, consumer education and sa...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Shoemaker LL,Lenker JA,Fuhrer MJ,Jutai JW,Demers L,DeRuyter F

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on the results of gait analysis in a patient with bilateral knee disarticulation amputations who used short nonarticulated prosthetic limbs (stubbies) to meet his ambulation needs over an extended period. To compensate for the loss of knee and ankle articulations, exaggerated pelvic obliquity (hip hiking), t...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Gitter A,Paynter K,Walden G,Darm T

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Equine-assisted therapies, such as therapeutic riding and hippotherapy, are believed to have positive physical and emotional effects in individuals with neuromotor, developmental, and physical disabilities. The purpose of this review was to determine whether therapeutic riding and hippotherapy improve balance...

journal_title：American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

authors： Stergiou A,Tzoufi M,Ntzani E,Varvarousis D,Beris A,Ploumis A

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00