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Differences in Predictors of Return to Work Among Long-Term Sick-Listed Employees with Different Self-Reported Reasons for Sick Leave
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Conclusions Tailoring for different reasons for sick leave might improve the effects of new interventions because the predictors of full
RTW differ among groups. Enhancement of partial RTW and RTW self-efficacy may be relevant components of any intervention,
as these were predictors of full RTW in at least two groups.
Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s10926-011-9351-zAuthors
Jenny J. J. M. Huijs, TNO, Behavioural and Societal Sciences, Participation and Social Cohesion, P.O. Box 718, 2130 AS Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsLando L. J. Koppes, TNO, Behavioural and Societal Sciences, Participation and Soc...
Source: Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation - February 3, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Swisslog Lands First Rehabilitation Facility Order for MedRover™Email this article to a colleague.
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Rehabilitation facility in New Jersey to replace stationary medication cabinets with innovative mobile dispensing solution.(PRWeb February 01, 2012)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Bacharach/MedRover/prweb9154150.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - February 3, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Validation of a Mechanism to Balance Exercise Difficulty in Robot-Assisted Upper-Extremity Rehabilitation after StrokeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Our results support that Fitts' Law indeed constitutes a powerful mechanism for task difficulty adaptation and can be incorporated into exercises for upper-extremity rehabilitation. (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - February 3, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Lukas ZimmerliCarmen KrewerRoger GassertFriedemann MullerRobert RienerLars Lunenburger Source Type: research
Development of an automated method to detect sitting pivot transfer phases using biomechanical variables: toward a standardized methodEmail this article to a colleague.
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The relative threshold-based algorithm used to automatically detect the four distinct phases of the SPT, is rapid, accurate and repeatable. A quantitative and thorough description of the precise phases of the SPT is prerequisite to better interpret biomechanical findings and measure task performance. The algorithm could also become clinically useful to refine the assessment and training of SPTs. (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - February 3, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Guillaume DesrochesMartin VermettePhilippe GourdouDany Gagnon Source Type: research
Wearing a safety harness during treadmill walking influences lower extremity kinematics mainly through changes in ankle regularity and local stabilityEmail this article to a colleague.
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Wearing a harness during treadmill walking marginally influences lower extremity kinematics, resulting in more or less subtle changes in certain kinematic variables. However, in cases where differences in gait patterns would be expressed through modifications in these variables, having subjects walk with a harness may mask or reinforce such differences. (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - February 3, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Leslie DeckerFabien CignettiNicholas Stergiou Source Type: research
Vitamin D deficiency in geriatric patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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(Deutsches Aerzteblatt International) The great majority of geriatric patients in a German rehabilitation hospital were found to have vitamin D deficiency. Stefan Schilling presents his study results in this week's issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 3, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
Profile of Child Labor in Indian RailwaysEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions This study, first of its kind, attempted to delineate a distinctive socio-medical profile in a special group of children.
It might, on the behalf of social pediatrics, increase the awareness and help the society to formulate a rehabilitation policy
in collaboration with national and international organizations.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s12098-012-0685-0Authors
Rakesh Mondal, Department of Pediatrics, NBMCH, Darjeeling, IndiaSumantra Sarkar, Department of Pediatrics, IPGMER, Kolkata, IndiaSomnath Bhattacharya, Department of Chest Medicine, ...
Source: Indian Journal of Pediatrics - February 2, 2012 Category: Pediatrics Tags: Indian Journal of Pediatrics Source Type: research
“From Bench to Practice”, ESC Congress set for Munich this summerEmail this article to a colleague.
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In response to feedback from delegates, this year’s congress will kick off on Saturday with a fuller day of scientific sessions. The grand finale on Wednesday will be a two-hour highlight session in which world leading experts summarise all the new and exciting developments in basic, clinical and population sciences presented at the congress. Read more about this year's event....
Topics:
Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS), Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Basic Science, Cardiac Tumours, Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Risk Assessment and Management, Cardiovascular Nursing, Cardi...
Source: European Society of Cardiology - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news
Save on EuroPRevent registration until 6 FebruaryEmail this article to a colleague.
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EuroPRevent is the ideal occasion for clinicians, general practitioners, cardiologists in training, nurses and allied professionals to connect, network and discuss the latest topics in preventive cardiology.
Don't miss this opportunity - Deadline is Monday 6 February
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Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Risk Assessment and Management, Rehabilitation and Exercise Physiology (Source: European Society of Cardiology)
Source: European Society of Cardiology - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news
Assessment of dual tasking has no clinical value for fall prediction in Parkinson’s diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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The objective of this study is to investigate the value of dual-task performance for the prediction of falls in patients with
Parkinson’s disease (PD). Two hundred sixty-three patients with PD (H&Y 1–3, 65.2 ± 7.9 years) walked two times along a 10-m
trajectory, both under single-task and dual-task (DT) conditions (combined with an auditory Stroop task). To control for a
cueing effect, Stroop stimuli were presented at variable or fixed 1- or 2-s intervals. The auditory Stroop task was also performed
alone. Dual-task costs were calculated for gait speed, stride length, stride time, stride time variab...
Source: Journal of Neurology - February 1, 2012 Category: Neurology Tags: Journal of Neurology Source Type: research
Treatment of Neurocritical Care Emergencies in PregnancyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Opinion statement Neurologic emergencies are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in pregnant women. In part because the patient population
is young, the nihilistic approach that often accompanies neurologically devastating disorders in other contexts is largely
absent. A number of studies have demonstrated improved patient outcomes in the setting of aggressive care delivered by neurointensivists
in a specialty-specific environment. It stands to reason that young, pregnant women who suffer from neurologically devastating
disorders and who have a wide range of prognosis may also benefit from such speciali...
Source: Current Treatment Options in Neurology - February 1, 2012 Category: Neurology Tags: Current Treatment Options in Neurology Source Type: research
The interaction between the location of lower extremity muscle fatigue and visual condition on unipedal postural stabilityEmail this article to a colleague.
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In conclusion, fatigue in both
proximal and distal musculature of the lower extremity yielded decreased postural stability during unipedal quiet standing
in healthy young women. This effect was more accentuated when visual information was eliminated. Withdrawing vision following
fatigue to the proximal musculature, led to a significantly greater impairment of postural stability compared to the fatigue
of more distal muscles.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00421-012-2330-zAuthors
Manijeh Soleimanifar, Department of Physical Therapy, University of Social Welfare and Reha...
Source: European Journal of Applied Physiology - February 1, 2012 Category: Physiology Tags: European Journal of Applied Physiology Source Type: research
Sinus Imaging for Diagnosis of Chronic Rhinosinusitis in ChildrenEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a relatively common disease in children but is often overlooked because at times the clinical
symptoms are subtle and nonspecific. This makes imaging very important in the diagnosis. Among the different techniques, plain
radiography has limited utility, whereas CT scan and MRI have a major role in evaluating the modifications caused by the disease.
In particular, a CT scan provides higher resolution of bone and soft tissue and removes the overlapping structures that are
present in conventional radiography. CT is recommended in isolated sphenoid sinusitis, is essential...
Source: Current Allergy and Asthma Reports - February 1, 2012 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Current Allergy and Asthma Reports Source Type: research
The Economic Cost of Chronic Noncancer Pain in Ireland: Results From the PRIME Study, Part 2Email this article to a colleague.
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Abstract: To assess the economic cost of chronic pain in Ireland, information was gathered from 140 people with chronic pain. Direct and indirect costs attributable to chronic pain and medical conditions of which chronic pain was a feature were recorded retrospectively for 12 months. Mean cost per chronic pain patient was estimated at €5,665 per year across all grades of pain, with mean costs increasing according to the severity of pain. A small proportion of patients account for the bulk of costs—the top 5% most expensive patients accounted for 26.4% of costs, with a mean cost per patient of €29,936, and the 10% mos...
Source: The Journal of Pain - February 1, 2012 Category: Materials Science Authors: Miriam N. Raftery, Padhraig Ryan, Charles Normand, Andrew W. Murphy, Davida de la Harpe, Brian E. McGuire Tags: Original Reports Source Type: research
From “Sex Toy” to Intrusive Imposition: A Qualitative Examination of Women's Experiences with Vaginal Dilator Use Following Treatment for Gynecological CancerEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions. Rehabilitative vaginal dilator use is a complex, multifaceted, and personal phenomenon that carries deep psychological and emotional implications that make it intrusive. These findings may enhance the way in which vaginal dilators are introduced and help healthcare providers address better women's difficulties and concerns with the dilators. Ultimately, it may also lead to improved health maintenance and quality of life for women recovering from gynecological cancer. Cullen K, Fergus K, DasGupta T, Fitch M, Doyle C, and Adams L. From “sex toy” to intrusive imposition: A qualitative examination of women'...
Source: The Journal of Sexual Medicine - February 1, 2012 Category: Sexual Medicine Authors: Kimberley CullenKaren FergusTracey DasGuptaMarg FitchCatherine DoyleLauran Adams Source Type: research
Functional and Biomechanical Outcomes After Using Biofeedback for Retraining Symmetrical Movement Patterns After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Case ReportEmail this article to a colleague.
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DISCUSSION: This case report describes the use of a novel rehabilitation protocol intended to improve walking biomechanics and functional outcomes after TKA. Restoration of symmetrical movement patterns could improve long-term outcomes of TKA. Further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of similar rehabilitation strategies in a wide range of patients after TKA. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapy, level 4. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2012;42(2):135-144. doi:10.2519/jospt.2012.3773KEY WORDS: motion analysis, osteoarthritis, physical therapy, rehabilitation, total knee replacement (Source: The Journal of...
Source: The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy - February 1, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: February 2012 Volume 42, No. 2 Source Type: research
Using staffing ratios for workforce planning: evidence on nine allied health professionsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:
The evidence for use of staffing ratios for allied health practitioners is scarce and lags behind the fields of nursing and medicine. (Source: Human Resources for Health)
Source: Human Resources for Health - February 1, 2012 Category: Health Management Authors: Linda CartmillTracy ComansMichele ClarkSusan AshLorraine Sheppard Source Type: research
Editors' Selections From This IssueEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Frontmatter Source Type: research
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Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Frontmatter Source Type: research
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Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Frontmatter Source Type: research
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Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Frontmatter Source Type: research
American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine: Request for ProposalsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Organization News Source Type: research
Archives Editor-in-Chief Position AnnouncementEmail this article to a colleague.
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(Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Organization News Source Type: research
Prediction of Postinjury Employment and Percentage of Time Worked After Spinal Cord InjuryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
The factors precipitating PE are not identical to those associated with a greater portion of time employed after SCI onset. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: James S. Krause, Joseph V. Terza, Mujde Erten, Kendrea L. Focht, Clara E. Dismuke Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
Short-Term Effect of Superficial Heat Treatment on Paraspinal Muscle Activity, Stature Recovery, and Psychological Factors in Patients With Chronic Low Back PainEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Use of the heat wrap was associated with a decrease in muscle activity and a short-term improvement in certain aspects of well-being for the CLBP patients. The results confirm the link between the biomechanical and psychological outcome measures. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Sandra E. Lewis, Paul S. Holmes, Steve R. Woby, Jackie Hindle, Neil E. Fowler Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Preliminary Evaluation of a Commercially Available Videogame System as an Adjunct Therapeutic Intervention for Improving Balance Among Children and Adolescents With Lower Limb AmputationsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
In-home, videogame-based balance training therapies can achieve excellent compliance in children and adolescents with lower limb amputation. With proper instructions and monitoring, the therapeutic intervention can be safely administered. Some improvements in postural control characteristics were seen in children and adolescents with balance deficits immediately postintervention, but long-term retention remains unclear. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jan Andrysek, Susan Klejman, Bryan Steinnagel, Ricardo Torres-Moreno, Karl F. Zabjek, Nancy M. Salbach, Kim Moody Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Low Impact of Congenital Hand Differences on Health-Related Quality of LifeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Children with CHDs report similar HRQoL as healthy peers. HRQoL decreased in the presence of comorbidity but increased with higher ease of activity performance. Scores on some subdomains were improved by the number of affected digits, but were reduced by age, ethnicity, bilateral involvement, and surgery. Although HRQoL is an important health outcome, it may not be sensitive to detect changes over time or changes after treatment in children with CHDs. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Monique S. Ardon, Wim G. Janssen, Steven E. Hovius, Henk J. Stam, Ruud W. Selles Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Validity of an Exercise Test Based on Habitual Gait Speed in Mobility-Limited Older AdultsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract:
Li X, Forman DE, Kiely DK, LaRose S, Hirschberg R, Frontera WR, Bean JF. Validity of an exercise test based on habitual gait speed in mobility-limited older adults.
Objective:
To evaluate whether a customized exercise tolerance testing (ETT) protocol based on an individual's habitual gait speed (HGS) on level ground would be a valid mode of exercise testing older adults. Although ETT provides a useful means to risk-stratify adults, age-related declines in gait speed paradoxically limit the utility of standard ETT protocols for evaluating older adults. A customized ETT protocol may be a useful alternative to th...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Xin Li, Daniel E. Forman, Dan K. Kiely, Sharon LaRose, Ronald Hirschberg, Walter R. Frontera, Jonathan F. Bean Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Prevalence of Anatomic Impediments to Interlaminar Lumbar Epidural Steroid InjectionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Anatomic impediments to interlaminar LESI were common in this community-based population, particularly at the L5-S1 spinal level. Because of the high overall prevalence of anatomic impediments, and differences in prevalence by spinal level, knowledge of the distribution and frequency of these impediments may aid in aspects of decision-making for the interventional spine physician. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Farah Hameed, David J. Hunter, James Rainville, Ling Li, Pradeep Suri Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Role of Fear of Movement in Cancer Survivors Participating in a Rehabilitation Program: A Longitudinal Cohort StudyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Fear of movement is associated with the perceived global health status of cancer survivors. Fear of movement decreases after rehabilitation with graded activity in high scorers on baseline fear of movement. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Miranda J. Velthuis, Petra H. Peeters, Brigitte C. Gijsen, Jan-Paul van den Berg, Ria A. Koppejan-Rensenbrink, Johan W. Vlaeyen, Anne M. May Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Incidence of Nontraumatic Spinal Cord Injury: A Spanish Cohort Study (1972–2008)Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Nontraumatic SCI shows a relatively even sex distribution and tends to affect older adults. Injuries are mainly attributable to age-related conditions and result mostly in incomplete lesions, which present with paraplegia. This study revealed that although incidence rates for nontraumatic SCI are similar to those previously reported for traumatic SCI in the same area and during the same period, demographic and clinical characteristics are different. These findings have important implications regarding the delivery of rehabilitation and support services to this group of patients, and suggest the need for healt...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Maayken E.E. van den Berg, Juan M. Castellote, Ignacio Mahillo-Fernandez, Jesús de Pedro-Cuesta Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Impact of Fatigue on the Health-Related Quality of Life in Persons With Spinal Cord InjuryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
The Iowa Fatigue Scale data suggest over 50% of the SCI group had elevated fatigue, which was associated with significantly reduced HR-QOL. Research is needed that identifies factors that raise vulnerability to fatigue, and strategies designed to address the negative impacts of fatigue need to be evaluated. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Nirupama Wijesuriya, Yvonne Tran, James Middleton, Ashley Craig Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Behavioral Factors Related to Fatigue Among Persons With Spinal Cord InjuryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
We identified several behavioral predictors of disabling fatigue, including cardiovascular risk factors, prescription medication use, and alcohol use. These factors are important because they are able to be modified and could be potential factors for prevention or intervention. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Lee L. Saunders, James S. Krause Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Predictors of Functional Outcome Change 18 Months After Anterior Ulnar Nerve TranspositionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
CuTS is predominantly a clinical diagnosis. Electrophysiologic studies are important supplemental examinations for the diagnosis of CuTS because they not only contribute to diagnosis, but are also important prognostic features. Females may have more improvement with regard to functional outcomes than males when undergoing surgical intervention. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Qiyun Shi, Joy MacDermid, Ruby Grewal, Graham J. King, Kenneth Faber, Thomas A. Miller Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Multifidus Atrophy Is Localized and Bilateral in Active Persons With Chronic Unilateral Low Back PainEmail this article to a colleague.
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The results of this study indicate that despite a low level of disability and an activity level similar to that of matched control subjects, considerable localized, bilateral multifidus atrophy is present. Such impaired size of the multifidus will likely reduce its capacity to control intersegmental motion, thus increasing the susceptibility to further injury. Unlike acute unilateral low back pain (LBP), muscle size is reduced bilaterally in persons with chronic unilateral LBP. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: George J. Beneck, Kornelia Kulig Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Dual-Task Complexity Affects Gait in People With Mild Cognitive Impairment: The Interplay Between Gait Variability, Dual Tasking, and Risk of FallsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Dual-task load significantly increased gait variability in the MCI group compared with the control group, an effect that was larger than the changes in gait velocity. The magnitude of this impairment on gait stability was related to the complexity of the dual task applied. Our findings help to explain the high risk of falls recently described in older adults with MCI, and may help in the identification of fall risk in cognitively impaired persons. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Manuel Montero-Odasso, Susan W. Muir, Mark Speechley Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Development of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder After Mild Traumatic Brain InjuryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Rates of PTSD in civilian MTBI in this study are consistent with prior research. Results suggest that personality characteristics and attribution regarding the injury may impact the development of PTSD. Early interventions addressing risk factors may prevent or reduce the likelihood of developing PTSD. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jeanne M. Hoffman, Sureyya Dikmen, Nancy Temkin, Kathleen R. Bell Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Effect of Duration, Participation Rate, and Supervision During Community Rehabilitation on Functional Outcomes in the First Poststroke Year in SingaporeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract:
Koh GCHK, Saxena SK, Ng TP, Yong D, Fong NP. Effect of duration, participation rate, and supervision during community rehabilitation on functional outcomes in the first poststroke year in Singapore.
Objective:
To examine the effect of duration, participation rate, and supervision during community rehabilitation on functional outcome during the first poststroke year.
Design:
Prospective longitudinal study with interviews at admission, discharge, 1 month, 6 months, and 1 year after discharge.
Setting:
Two subacute inpatient rehabilitation units and the community after discharge in Singapore.
Participants:
...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Gerald Choon-Huat Koh, Sanjiv K. Saxena, Tze-Pin Ng, David Yong, Ngan-Phoon Fong Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Concussions in Wheelchair BasketballEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
The current investigation was consistent with previous research in that women were more likely to sustain a concussion than men, and injury rates were similar to those in able-bodied basketball. Further work is needed in concussion assessment in persons with disability, as well as greater education concerning concussion in disability sports. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Karla K. Wessels, Steven P. Broglio, Jacob J. Sosnoff Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Prediction of Failure to Retain Work 1 Year After Interdisciplinary Functional Restoration in Occupational InjuriesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
This study identified demographic, psychosocial, and occupational factors that were predictive of failure to retain work. These risk factors may be used to individualize treatment plans for CDOMD patients in order to provide optimal functional restoration. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Emily Brede, Tom G. Mayer, Robert J. Gatchel Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Full Kinetic Chain Manual and Manipulative Therapy Plus Exercise Compared With Targeted Manual and Manipulative Therapy Plus Exercise for Symptomatic Osteoarthritis of the Hip: A Randomized Controlled TrialEmail this article to a colleague.
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There were no statistically significant differences in the primary or secondary outcome scores when comparing full kinematic chain MMT plus exercise with targeted hip MMT plus exercise for mild to moderate symptomatic hip OA. Consequently, the nonsignificant findings suggest that there would also be no clinically meaningful difference between the 2 groups. The results of this study provides guidance to musculoskeletal practitioners who regularly use MMT that the full kinematic chain approach does not appear to have any benefit over targeted treatment. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: James W. Brantingham, Gregory Parkin-Smith, Tammy Kay Cassa, Gary A. Globe, Denise Globe, Henry Pollard, Katie deLuca, Muffit Jensen, Stephan Mayer, Charmaine Korporaal Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
No Specific Effect of Whole-Body Vibration Training in Chronic Stroke: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled StudyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract:
Brogårdh C, Flansbjer UB, Lexell J. No specific effect of whole-body vibration training in chronic stroke: a double-blind randomized controlled study.
Objective:
To evaluate the effects of whole-body vibration (WBV) training in individuals after stroke.
Design:
A double-blind randomized controlled study with assessments pre- and posttraining.
Setting:
A university hospital rehabilitation department.
Participants:
Participants (N=31; mean age ± SD, 62±7y; 6–101mo poststroke) were randomized to an intervention group or a control group.
Interventions:
Supervised WBV training (2 sessions/wk for 6wk; 1...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Christina Brogårdh, Ulla-Britt Flansbjer, Jan Lexell Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Examination of Assumptions in Using Time Tradeoff and Standard Gamble Utilities in Individuals With Spinal Cord InjuryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Among patients with SCI, there was a nonlinear relation between the TTO and life expectancy that violated the fundamental assumption of risk neutrality toward life years. Accordingly, TTO utilities elicited for different life expectancies should not be compared in quality-of-life assessments or used in cost-utility analyses. In contrast, SG utilities remained stable at different lengths of life expectancy in SCI patients. Moreover, certain patient characteristics such as age, time lapse since the injury, neurologic severity, risk attitudes, and depressive status can account for some TTO and SG variations amon...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Mau-Roung Lin, Wen-Yu Yu, Shih-Chieh Wang Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Effect of Exercise on Physical Function, Daily Living Activities, and Quality of Life in the Frail Older Adults: A Meta-AnalysisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Exercise is beneficial to increase gait speed, improve balance, and improve performance in ADLs in the frail older adults. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Chih-Hsuan Chou, Chueh-Lung Hwang, Ying-Tai Wu Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Diagnostic Accuracy of Clinical Tests for Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisEmail this article to a colleague.
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This systematic review quantifies the diagnostic accuracy of 5 clinical tests for SIS, in particular the lift-off test. Accurate diagnosis of SIS in clinical practice may serve to improve appropriate treatment and management of individuals with shoulder complaints. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Marwan Alqunaee, Rose Galvin, Tom Fahey Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Clinical Reality of Measuring Upper-Limb Ability in Neurologic Conditions: A Systematic ReviewEmail this article to a colleague.
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The Box and Block and the Action Research Arm Tests produce robust data and are feasible for use in clinical practice. Future development of new or existing measures should ensure the construct and content validity of the measure is clearly identified, standardized guidelines are easily available, and ensure that it is individualized and contemporary. Attention to measures of upper-limb activity for people who are unable to grip objects is also needed. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Louise A. Connell, Sarah F. Tyson Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Building on Transformative Learning and Response Shift Theory to Investigate Health-Related Quality of Life Changes Over Time in Individuals With Chronic Health Conditions and DisabilityEmail this article to a colleague.
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Barclay-Goddard R, King J, Dubouloz CJ, Schwartz CE, on behalf of the Response Shift Think Tank Working Group. Building on transformative learning and response shift theory to investigate health-related quality of life changes over time in individuals with chronic health conditions and disability.
A major goal of treatment for people living with chronic illness or disability is self-management leading to optimized health-related quality of life. This change process has been described in the adult education literature as transformative learning, while in health-related quality of life research, response shift has...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Ruth Barclay-Goddard, Judy King, Claire-Jehanne Dubouloz, Carolyn E. Schwartz, Response Shift Think Tank Working Group Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Swallowing Neurorehabilitation: From the Research Laboratory to Routine Clinical ApplicationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Doeltgen SH, Huckabee M-L. Swallowing neurorehabilitation: from the research laboratory to routine clinical application.
The recent application of neurostimulation techniques to enhance the understanding of swallowing neural plasticity has expanded the focus of rehabilitation research from manipulation of swallowing biomechanics to manipulation of underlying neural systems. Neuromodulatory strategies that promote the brain's ability to reorganize its neural connections have been shown to hold promising potential to aid the recovery of impaired swallowing function. These techniques include those applied to the br...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Sebastian H. Doeltgen, Maggie-Lee Huckabee Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Longer Versus Shorter Daily Durations of Electrical Stimulation During Task-Specific Practice in Moderately Impaired StrokeEmail this article to a colleague.
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One hundred and twenty minutes a day of RTP augmented by ESN use elicits the largest and most consistent UE motor changes in moderately impaired stroke subjects. (Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Stephen J. Page, Linda Levin, Valerie Hermann, Kari Dunning, Peter Levine Tags: Featured Articles Source Type: research
Facts, Theories, Values: Shaping the Course of Neurorehabilitation. The 60th John Stanley Coulter Memorial LectureEmail this article to a colleague.
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Cicerone KD. Facts, theories, values: shaping the course of neurorehabilitation. The 60th John Stanley Coulter memorial lecture.
We have seen an increase in efforts to establish evidence-based parameters for the practice of rehabilitation. This effort has been placed in a broader context involving the role of theory in advancing rehabilitation science, particularly in relation to specifying the active ingredients and mechanisms of action of interventions. One approach to cognitive rehabilitation is through direct training of cognitive functions such as working memory, which purportedly relies on mechanisms of ne...
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - February 1, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Keith D. Cicerone Tags: The John Stanley Coulter Memorial Lecture Source Type: research
