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Shifting up a Gear: Considerations on Assessment and Rehabilitation of Driving in People with Neurological Conditions. An Extended Editorial
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Source: Physiotherapy Research International - September 7, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Hannes Devos, Abiodun E. Akinwuntan, Isabelle Gélinas, Stacey George, Alice Nieuwboer, Geert Verheyden Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Energy Cost of Walking and Its Association With Gait Parameters, Daily Activity, and Fatigue in Persons With Mild Multiple SclerosisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion. The results support the development and application of rehabilitation strategies to address impaired gait parameters as an approach to improve Cw, daily activities, and fatigue.
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Motl, R. W., Sandroff, B. M., Suh, Y., Sosnoff, J. J. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Longitudinal Analysis of Balance Confidence in Individuals With Stroke Using a Multilevel Model for ChangeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions. Balance confidence after stroke remained lower than controls over the first year. Physical therapies and supportive interventions designed to treat confidence should be initiated at discharge from inpatient rehabilitation.
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Yiu, J., Miller, W. C., Eng, J. J., Liu, Y. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Low-Frequency Repetitive TMS Plus Anodal Transcranial DCS Prevents Transient Decline in Bimanual Movement Induced by Contralesional Inhibitory rTMS After StrokeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions. Inhibitory rTMS over the unaffected hemisphere transiently caused deterioration of bimanual movements for the current task in stroke patients. This short-term decline was prevented by combined administration of low-frequency rTMS over the unaffected hemisphere and anodal tDCS over the affected hemisphere. These responses to bihemispheric stimulation suggest possible caution and opportunities for the rehabilitation of hand function after stroke.
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Takeuchi, N., Tada, T., Matsuo, Y., Ikoma, K. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Theta Burst Stimulation in the Rehabilitation of the Upper Limb: A Semirandomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial in Chronic Stroke PatientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions. Cortical stimulation did not augment the gains from a late rehabilitation program. The effect size anticipated by the authors was overestimated. These results can improve the design of future work on therapeutic uses of TMS.
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Talelli, P., Wallace, A., Dileone, M., Hoad, D., Cheeran, B., Oliver, R., VandenBos, M., Hammerbeck, U., Barratt, K., Gillini, C., Musumeci, G., Boudrias, M.-H., Cloud, G. C., Ball, J., Marsden, J. F., Ward, N. S., Di Lazzaro, V., Greenwood, R. G., Rothwe Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Effects of Fast Functional Exercise on Muscle Activity After StrokeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion. A single session of exercises emphasizing speed of movement can be used to improve muscle activation in persons with mild to moderately severe strokes.
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Gray, V. L., Ivanova, T. D., Garland, S. J. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research
Getting Neurorehabilitation Right: What Can Be Learned From Animal Models?Email this article to a colleague.
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Animal models suggest that a month of heightened plasticity occurs in the brain after stroke, accompanied by most of the recovery from impairment. This period of peri-infarct and remote plasticity is associated with changes in excitatory/inhibitory balance and the spatial extent and activation of cortical maps and structural remodeling. The best time for experience and training to improve outcome is unclear. In animal models, very early (<5 days from onset) and intense training may lead to increased histological damage. Conversely, late rehabilitation (>30 days) is much less effective both in terms of outcome and mor...
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Krakauer, J. W., Carmichael, S. T., Corbett, D., Wittenberg, G. F. Tags: Point of View: Directions for Research Source Type: research
Differences in maturation of the jaw‐opening reflex between rats that received early‐and late‐masticatory stimulationEmail this article to a colleague.
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The jaw‐opening reflex (JOR) plays an important role in the regulation of jaw movement during mastication. Previous study showed that altered masticatory function during growth impedes JOR maturation and thus may affect masticatory performance in adults. However, no studies have compared the benefit of early and delayed correction in terms of functional development. Therefore, this study tested the hypothesis that early‐stimulation of masticatory function during growth can promote JOR maturation better than late‐stimulation during adulthood. Soon after weaning, 120 female Wistar rats were divided into two gro...
Source: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation - September 7, 2012 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Changsiripun, T. Yabushita, K. Soma Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Electromyographic assessment of jaw muscles in patients with All‐on‐Four fixed implant‐supported prosthesesEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study evaluated the electromyographic (EMG) characteristics of masticatory muscles in patients with fixed implant‐supported prostheses according to All‐on‐Four® principles and in control healthy dentate subjects. Twenty‐six subjects aged 50–74 years were examined. Eighteen were edentulous and had been successfully rehabilitated with (i) mandibular All‐on‐Four® implant‐supported fixed prostheses and maxillary complete dentures (10 patients) and (ii) mandibular and maxillary All‐on‐Four® implant‐supported fixed prostheses (eight patients). Eight reference subjects had natural dentition. Surface...
Source: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation - September 7, 2012 Category: Dentistry Authors: C. Dellavia, L. Francetti, R. Rosati, S. Corbella, V. F. Ferrario, C. Sforza Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Normal and pathological gait: what we learn from Parkinson's diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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Gait and balance disorders represent a major therapeutic challenge in Parkinson's disease (PD). These symptoms respond poorly to dopaminergic treatments, except in the early phase of the disease. Currently, no other treatment is particularly efficient and rehabilitation appears to be the most effective approach. Since these gait and balance deficits are resistant to dopaminergic drugs, their occurrence could be related to the development of extradopaminergic lesions in PD patients. We provide a comprehensive description of the clinical features of gait and balance disorders in PD. We also highlight the brain networks invol...
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Grabli, D., Karachi, C., Welter, M.-L., Lau, B., Hirsch, E. C., Vidailhet, M., Francois, C. Tags: Brain stem / cerebellum, Drugs: CNS (not psychiatric), Parkinson's disease Movement disorders Source Type: research
MP 6 Dementia: perspectives from developing countriesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Dr Mathew Varghese is Professor of Psychiatry at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) at Bangalore, India. He did his training in Medicine at the St John's Medical College, Bangalore and specialised in Psychiatry at NIMHANS in 1984. Since then he has been a faculty at the Department of Psychiatry, NIMHANS for over 25 years. His work at NIMHANS involves clinical services, postgraduate teaching, research and administration. At present he heads an Adult Unit, the Geriatric Clinic and Services and the Family Psychiatry Center at the Department. Dr Varghese's areas of interest are psychogeri...
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - September 7, 2012 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Varghese, M. Tags: Long term care, Dementia, Drugs: CNS (not psychiatric), Memory disorders (psychiatry), Psychiatry of old age, Psychotic disorders (incl schizophrenia) BNPA 2012 AGM Source Type: research
Expectation, satisfaction, and predictors of dropout in cardiac rehabilitationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: In the present study we demonstrated a low rate of mainly non-cardiac dropout from outpatient CR in motivated and largely satisfied participants. In order to improve adherence, early attention and close supportive counselling is recommended in patients with low exercise capacity and those who are obese, diabetic, smokers, or bereaved of a partner.
Source: European Journal of Preventive Cardiology - September 7, 2012 Category: Cardiology Authors: Wittmer, M., Volpatti, M., Piazzalonga, S., Hoffmann, A. Tags: Original scientific paper Source Type: research
Recommendations for physical activity, recreation sport, and exercise training in paediatric patients with congenital heart disease: a report from the Exercise, Basic & Translational Research Section of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation, the European Congenital Heart and Lung Exercise Group, and the Association for European Paediatric CardiologyEmail this article to a colleague.
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All children have a natural need to move, play, and perform activities. Physical activity is necessary for optimal physical, emotional, and psychosocial development for healthy children as well as children with congenital heart disease (CHD).
In this paper we provide recommendations for physical activity, recreational sport, and exercise training in children and adolescents with CHD. In general, children with CHD should be advised to comply with public health recommendations of daily participation in 60 min or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity that is developmentally appropriate and enjoyable and involves a va...
Source: European Journal of Preventive Cardiology - September 7, 2012 Category: Cardiology Authors: Takken, T., Giardini, A., Reybrouck, T., Gewillig, M., Hovels-Gurich, H., Longmuir, P., McCrindle, B., Paridon, S., Hager, A. Tags: Reviews Source Type: research
Importance of characteristics and modalities of physical activity and exercise in the management of cardiovascular health in individuals with cardiovascular risk factors: recommendations from the EACPR (Part II)Email this article to a colleague.
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In a previous paper, as the first of a series of three on the importance of characteristics and modalities of physical activity (PA) and exercise in the management of cardiovascular health within the general population, we concluded that, in the population at large, PA and aerobic exercise capacity clearly are inversely associated with increased cardiovascular disease risk and all-cause and cardiovascular mortality and that a dose–response curve on cardiovascular outcome has been demonstrated in most studies. More and more evidence is accumulated that engaging in regular PA and exercise interventions are essential co...
Source: European Journal of Preventive Cardiology - September 7, 2012 Category: Cardiology Authors: Vanhees, L., Geladas, N., Hansen, D., Kouidi, E., Niebauer, J., Reiner, Z., Cornelissen, V., Adamopoulos, S., Prescott, E., Borjesson, M., (on behalf of the writing group) Tags: Reviews Source Type: research
A pragmatic cluster randomized controlled trial of
early intervention for chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease by practice nurse-general
practitioner teams: Study ProtocolEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study will use proven case-finding methods to identify patients with undiagnosed COPDin general practice, where improved care has the potential for substantial benefit in health andhealthcare utilization. The study provides the capacity to trial a new model of team-basedassessment and management of newly diagnosed COPD in Australian primary care.Trial registrationACTRN12610000592044\
Source: Implementation Science - September 7, 2012 Category: Health Management Authors: Jeremy BunkerHelen ReddelSarah DennisSandy MiddletonCP van SchayckAlan CrockettIqbal HasanOshana HermizSanjyot VagholkarGuy MarksNicholas Zwar Source Type: research
Towards more effective robotic gait training for
stroke rehabilitation: a reviewEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
Active subject participation in robot-driven gait therapy is vital to many of the potential recovery pathways and is therefore an important feature of gait training. Higher levels of subject participation and challenge could be promoted through designs with a high emphasis on robotic transparency and sufficient degrees of freedom to allow other aspects of gait such as balance to be incorporated.
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - September 7, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Andrew PennycottVirginia UretaDario WyssHeike ValleryVerena Klamroth-MarganskaRobert Riener Source Type: research
Conservative treatment, plate fixation, or prosthesis for proximal humeral fracture. A prospective randomized studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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DiscussionThis publication presents a prospective, randomized, national multi-center trial. It gives details of patient flow, randomization, aftercare and also ways of analysis of the material and ways to present and publish the results.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01246167
Source: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders - September 7, 2012 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Antti LaunonenVesa LepolaTapio FlinkkiläNiko StrandbergJohanna OjanperäPekka RissanenAntti MalmivaaraVille MattilaPetra EloTimo ViljakkaMinna Laitinen Source Type: research
VA LOVIT II: a protocol to compare low vision rehabilitation and basic low visionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: LOVIT II is the first multicentre RCT comparing the effectiveness and cost‐effectiveness of LVR and basic LV for patients with macular diseases and near normal or moderate levels of visual impairment.
Source: Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics - September 7, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Joan A Stelmack, Xiaoyin C Tang, Domenic J Reda, Kevin T Stroupe, Stephen Rinne, Robert W Massof, Source Type: research
Diabetes Resilience: A Model of Risk and Protection in Type 1 DiabetesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Declining diabetes management and control are common as children progress through adolescence, yet many youths with diabetes
do remarkably well. Risk factors for poor diabetes outcomes are well-researched, but fewer data describe processes that lead
to positive outcomes such as engaging in effective diabetes self-management, experiencing high quality of life, and achieving
in-range glycemic control. Resilience theory posits that protective processes buffer the impact of risk factors on an individual’s
development and functioning. We review recent conceptualizations of resilience theory in the cont...
Source: Current Diabetes Reports - September 6, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Current Diabetes Reports Source Type: research
Cost of acute coronary syndrome in Switzerland in 2008.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSIONS: ACS causes considerable costs in terms of direct medical expenditures, lost production, suffering and premature death, even without taking into account costs for its chronic consequences such as congestive heart failure.
PMID: 22915246 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Swiss Medical Weekly - September 6, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Wieser S, Rã Themann I, De B, Eichler K, Pletscher M, Radovanovic D, Ulle T, Auerbach H Tags: Swiss Med Wkly Source Type: research
Response to Hill et al's LetterEmail this article to a colleague.
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We thank the authors for their comments on our recently published article regarding the validation of the Brief International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) Core Set for Hand Conditions.
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - September 6, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Sandra Kus Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research
The Clinical Utility of the Functional Status Score for the Intensive Care Unit (FSS-ICU) at a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital: A Prospective Cohort Study.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSION::/b>Patients receiving therapy at an LTACH demonstrate significant improvements from admission to discharge using the FSS-ICU. This outcome tool discriminates between discharge settings and successfully documents functional improvements of patients in an LTACH setting.
PMID: 22956427 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - September 6, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Thrush A, Rozek M, Dekerlegand JL Tags: Phys Ther Source Type: research
The Impact of Body-Scaled Information on Reaching.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSIONS:/b>Children had more variability of reaching patterns than adults. A personal constraint such as experience, and a task constraint of accuracy may account for the variability. The results encourage further research on body-scaled information for individuals with different personal constraints, e.g., children with cerebral palsy, and the impact of body-scaled information on emergent actions.
PMID: 22956428 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - September 6, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Huang HH, Fetters L, Ellis TD, Wagenaar RC Tags: Phys Ther Source Type: research
Study protocol: To investigate effects of highly specialized rehabilitation for patients with multiple sclerosis a randomized controlled trial of a personalized, multidisciplinary interventionEmail this article to a colleague.
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The objective of this study is to assess the effects in terms of changes measured by a variety of standardized quality of life, mastery, coping, compliance and individual goal-related endpoints. This combination provides the basis for analyzing the complexity of MS and outcomes of a personalized rehabilitation.
Methods:
Patients with MS referred to hospital rehabilitation services will be randomized to either early admission (within two months) or usual admission (after an average waiting time of eight months). They will complete a battery of standardized health outcome instruments prior to randomization, and again six and...
Source: BMC Health Services Research - September 6, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Jan SorensenAnne LeeBrita LøvendahlMichael NørgaardJette BayPeter RasmussenFinn Boesen Source Type: research
Multiple transitions in sick leave, disability benefits, and return to work. - A 4-year follow-up of patients participating in a work-related rehabilitation programEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:
The process of RTW or of receiving disability pension was complex, and may take several years, with multiple transitions between work and different benefits. Access to reliable register data and the use of a multistate RTW model, makes it possible to describe the developmental nature and the different levels of the recovery and disability process.
Source: BMC Public Health - Latest articles - September 6, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Irene OyeflatenStein Atle LieCamilla IhlebaekHege Eriksen Source Type: research
13. Displaying the motor components of the MSFC as an interval score on a iPhone app with SAGAS 20/10Email this article to a colleague.
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Background: The restrictive emphasis on ambulation and the limited sensitivity to changes figure among the shortcomings of the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS). The MS Functional Composite (MSFC) proposed as an alternative, does not assess the hands separately, depends on the stratification of a reference population and the clinical significance of the Z-score change is poorly defined.Objectives: Hence the need for an assessment tool based on the motor components of the MSFC that would consider hand function separately and that could be expressed using a clearly defined, clinically relevant interval scoring system.M...
Source: Clinical Neurophysiology - September 5, 2012 Category: Neuroscience Authors: C. Vaney, S. Vaney, M. Zeiter, S. Bayard, C. Kuonen, S. Rapillard, T. Rapillard Tags: Society Proceedings Source Type: research
P1. Impact of implementation of a new semi-intensive stroke unit (SU) versus a mobile stroke team system – A prospective study within the Neurocentro (NSI) of Southern SwitzerlandEmail this article to a colleague.
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Introduction: The effectiveness of stroke unit (SU) concept, understood as a place geographically organized and dedicated to patients with acute stroke and with dedicated staff, is given by the meta-analysis of more than 10 clinical trials and observational studies. The precise mechanisms that underlie the effectiveness of the SU, measured in terms of clinical outcome and mortality, remain partly controversial and not fully established. It appears that most of the studies included comparisons between dedicated unit to stroke (without cardiovascular monitoring) compared to ward care in departments of general medicine or gen...
Source: Clinical Neurophysiology - September 5, 2012 Category: Neuroscience Authors: C.W. Cereda, C. Städler, J. Andreotti, L. Pelloni, J. Frangi, V. Pifferini, C. Bassetti Tags: Society Proceedings Source Type: research
Determinants of health-related quality of life after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage: a systematic reviewEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion This study identified a broad range of determinants of HRQoL after aneurysmal SAH. The findings provide clues to tailor multidisciplinary
rehabilitation programs. Further research is needed on participation, psychological characteristics, and environmental factors
as determinants of HRQoL after SAH.
Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-17DOI 10.1007/s11136-012-0236-1Authors
P. E. C. A. Passier, Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience and Centre of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, University Medical Centre Utrecht and Rehabilitation Centre De Hoogstraat, P.O. Box 85500, 3508 GA Utrec...
Source: Quality of Life Research - September 5, 2012 Category: Health Management Tags: Quality of Life Research Source Type: research
Health-related quality of life in Turkish patients with Ankylosing spondylitis: impact of peripheral involvement on quality of life in terms of disease activity, functional status, severity of pain, and social and emotional functioningEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) affects sacroiliac joints at early stages and may involve the axial skeleton at later stages of
disease. Peripheral involvement usually occurs in lower extremities. When it develops early in the disease course, it is a
predictor of more aggressive disease. The aim of this study is to evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in AS and
to assess the impact of peripheral involvement on HRQoL domains in terms of disease activity, functional status, pain, and
social and emotional functioning. Seventy-four AS patients were included. Peripheral involvement was present in ...
Source: Rheumatology International - September 5, 2012 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology International Source Type: research
The relationship between Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) and Timed Up and Go test in patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Both self-reported and physical performance tests are used as outcome measures in knee osteoarthritis (OA). The aim of this
study is to investigate the relationship between Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) and Timed Up and Go (TUG)
test in the patients with symptomatic knee OA. Eighty-nine patients with symptomatic knee OA who admitted to the outpatient
clinic of the hospital were included in the study. All patients had bilateral medial tibiofemoral knee OA. After physical
examination, radiological severity of the disease was evaluated with Kellgren–Lawrence scale. All patients ...
Source: Rheumatology International - September 5, 2012 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology International Source Type: research
The psychological distress and drug abuse among patients in treatment centres, in area of Valparaiso - Chile: implications for policy and programsEmail this article to a colleague.
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The objective was to determine the prevalence of comorbidity among psychological distress and abuse/dependence on drugs on patients in treatment centres. This epidemiological, multicentre, study of cross-section, 107 patients over 18 years old, in treatment by abuse/dependence on drugs, Valparaiso, Chile, treatment centres, showed also other factors involved such as: aspects sociodemographic, functionality family, drug features and aspects of the granted services. The EULAC (Instrument for rapid diagnosis of situation of treatment for problems drug locally) the 10 K and Family Apgar was used for data collection. Results: 4...
Source: Texto e Contexto - Enfermagem - September 5, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
Ulnar nerve measurements in healthy individuals to obtain reference valuesEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study provides normative data of ulnar nerve ultrasonography
and as well as any differences related to age, sex, height, weight, and dominant arm.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00296-012-2527-9Authors
Elif Yalcin, Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital, Ankara, TurkeyBurcu Onder, Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital, Ankara, TurkeyMufit Akyuz, Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
Journal Rheumatology InternationalOnline ISSN 1437-...
Source: Rheumatology International - September 5, 2012 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology International Source Type: research
Pulsed electromagnetic field stimulates osteoprotegerin and reduces RANKL expression in ovariectomized ratsEmail this article to a colleague.
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In conclusion, this study suggests that PEMF can prevent ovariectomy-induced bone loss through
regulating the expression of RANKL and OPG.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00296-012-2499-9Authors
Jun Zhou, Department of Rehabilitation, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, People’s Republic of ChinaShiju Chen, Department of Rehabilitation, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, People’s Republic of ChinaHua Guo, Department of Rehabilitation, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 Sichuan, People’...
Source: Rheumatology International - September 5, 2012 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Rheumatology International Source Type: research
Sports-related concussion: assessment and management.Email this article to a colleague.
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Most major U.S. professional sports and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) have adopted concussion policies. Current National Football League and NCAA guidelines do not permit an athlete with a concussion to return to play on the same day as the injury. No adolescent or high-school athletes with a concussion should be allowed to return to play on the same day regardless of severity.Loss of consciousness is uncommon with concussion.Acute concussion symptoms are generally self-limited, and most symptoms typically resolve within two weeks. Concussion risk and severity may be affected by age, ...
Source: The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American volume - September 5, 2012 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ma R, Miller CD, Hogan MV, Diduch BK, Carson EW, Miller MD Tags: J Bone Joint Surg Am Source Type: research
The Effects of Movement Pattern Modification on Lower Extremity Kinematics and Pain in Females With Patellofemoral Pain.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSION: Avoiding dynamic knee valgus may be an important component of rehabilitation programs in females with patellofemoral pain, as this movement pattern is associated with increased pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, Epub 5 September 2012. doi:10.2519/jospt.2012.4231.
PMID: 22960572 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - September 5, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Salsich GB, Graci V, Maxam DE Tags: J Orthop Sports Phys Ther Source Type: research
A 12-Week Exercise Therapy Program in Middle-Aged Patients With Degenerative Meniscus Tears: A Case Series With 1 Year Follow Up.Email this article to a colleague.
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This study describes a progressive exercise therapy program aiming at improving neuromuscular function and muscle strength in middle-aged patients with degenerative meniscus tears, the outcome over a 12-week period, and the ability to sustain improvements up to 1 year. CASE DESCRIPTION: The first 20 patients (age range, 38-58 years) included in an ongoing randomized controlled trial. OUTCOMES: Outcomes data included the Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), a 7-point global rating of change scale, isokinetic knee muscle strength tests, and 3 lower extremity performance tests. Post intervention there were cli...
Source: Physical Therapy - September 5, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Stensrud S, Roos EM, Risberg MA Tags: J Orthop Sports Phys Ther Source Type: research
Therapeutic Effects of Short-Term Monochromatic Infrared Energy Therapy on Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSION: Short-term MIRE therapy provided no beneficial effects to body functions, activities, participation, and QOL in patients with knee OA. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Ib, therapy. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, Epub 5 September 2012. doi:10.2519/jospt.2012.3881.
PMID: 22960644 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Health Physics - September 5, 2012 Category: Physics Authors: Hsieh RL, Lo MT, Liao WC, Lee WC Tags: J Orthop Sports Phys Ther Source Type: research
Reducing falls among geriatric rehabilitation patients: a controlled clinical trial.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:The intervention programme was effective in reducing falls among geriatric rehabilitation patients.
PMID: 22952303 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - September 5, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Vieira ER, Berean C, Paches D, Caveny P, Yuen D, Ballash L, Freund-Heritage R Tags: Clin Rehabil Source Type: research
Effect of therapist-based constraint-induced therapy at home on motor control, motor performance and daily function in children with cerebral palsy: a randomized controlled study.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:Constraint-induced therapy induced better grasping performance, daily function, and temporal and spatiotemporal control of reaching in children with unilateral cerebral palsy than traditional rehabilitation.
PMID: 22952304 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - September 5, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Chen CL, Kang LJ, Hong WH, Chen FC, Chen HC, Wu CY Tags: Clin Rehabil Source Type: research
Does neuromuscular electrical stimulation enhance the effectiveness of an exercise programme in subjects with knee osteoarthritis? A randomized controlled trial.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:Electrical stimulation treatment to the quadriceps femoris enhanced the effectiveness of an exercise programme in alleviating pain and improving voluntary activation in patients with knee osteoarthritis, but did not enhance its effect on muscle strength or functional performance.
PMID: 22952305 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - September 5, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Elboim-Gabyzon M, Rozen N, Laufer Y Tags: Clin Rehabil Source Type: research
Feasibility of assessing the needs of stroke patients after six months using the GM-SAT.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:Results demonstrate that the GM-SAT is feasible to administer in the community using IAS coordinators and is acceptable to patients and their carers, as well as staff undertaking the assessments. Further research is needed to determine whether the application of the GM-SAT at six months improves outcomes for patients.
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Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - September 5, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Rothwell K, Boaden R, Bamford D, Tyrrell PJ Tags: Clin Rehabil Source Type: research
A systematic review on the pros and cons of using a pushrim-activated power-assisted wheelchair.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:Power-assisted propulsion might be beneficial for subjects in whom independent hand-rim wheelchair propulsion is endangered by arm injury, insufficient arm strength or low cardiopulmonary reserves. Also, subjects who have difficulty propelling a wheelchair in a challenging environment can benefit from power-assisted wheelchair use. Caution is warranted for the additional width and weight in relation to the usual mode of transportation and access to the home environment.
PMID: 22952307 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - September 5, 2012 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Kloosterman MG, Snoek GJ, van der Woude LH, Buurke JH, Rietman JS Tags: Clin Rehabil Source Type: research
Comment on 'The effect of temperature on exhaled breath condensate collection'Email this article to a colleague.
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Abstract
Vyas et al [1] reported that the collection of exhaled breath condensates (EBCs) can be increased 79% by cooling their condenser with dry ice rather than ice water. This was accompanied by what may have been a modest decrease in EBC conductivity and protein concentrations, suggesting that some but not all of the increases in EBC volume were due to the addition of water vapor to the condensate. It is possible that water vapor is trapped more readily than airway droplets at cold temperatures. Alternatively, water vapor in ambient air could have entered through the top of the condenser, which appears to be op...
Source: Biomed Res - September 5, 2012 Category: Research Authors: Effros RM, Casaburi R, Porszasz J, Morales EM, Saraswat A, Rehan V Tags: J Breath Res Source Type: research
Total glossectomy with laryngeal preservation and free flap reconstruction: Objective functional outcomes and systematic review of the literatureEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:Although a potentially morbid treatment, TGLP and free flap reconstruction can provide good swallowing and speech outcomes as well as meaningful long‐term quality of life. Regular attendance of rehabilitation sessions is imperative to optimize functional outcomes.
Source: The Laryngoscope - September 5, 2012 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Peter T. Dziegielewski, Michael L. Ho, Jana Rieger, Prabhjyot Singh, Morgan Langille, Jeffrey R. Harris, Hadi Seikaly Tags: Head and Neck Source Type: research
Effect of weight reduction on the quality of life in obese patients with fibromyalgia syndrome: a randomized controlled trialEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study was a randomized controlled trial. Obese patients with
fibromyalgia were randomly assigned to 6-month dietary weight loss (n = 41) and no weight loss (n = 42) groups. Patients were assessed at baseline and at 6 months. The primary outcome measure was FIQ. Secondary measures
included the tender point (TP) examination, Beck Depression Inventory-II, and Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index. Compared to the
control group, patients who underwent weight reduction obtained significantly better FIQ (p = 0.007), lower mean TP count (p = 0.015), and lower mean TP pain rating in the lower body (p < ...
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - September 4, 2012 Category: Rheumatology Tags: Clinical Rheumatology Source Type: research
Greenfield Health hires new executiveEmail this article to a colleague.
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GreenField Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lancaster has named Darlene Jones Crispell as its new administrator.
Crispell comes to the position with nearly 30 years’ experience as a nursing home administrator, including the past 10 years as administrator at Catholic Health’s Nazareth Nursing Home, St. Francis of Williamsville and the former St. Francis of Buffalo.
Licensed as a nursing home administrator for the past 28 years, she previously spent 18 years as administrator of the former Episcopal…
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - September 4, 2012 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Tracey Drury Source Type: research
The Use of Fragments of Thin Veneers as a Restorative Therapy for Anterior Teeth Disharmony: A Case Report with 3 Years of Follow-up.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: Based on the outcomes of this clinical report, we considered the use of fragments of thin veneers as a successful treatment option after 3 years of follow-up. Clinical significance: The fragments of thin veneers have been established to be an interesting alternative to esthetically restore the anterior teeth with minimal invasiveness. However, since it is a new treatment modality, longitudinal studies are necessary to understand the material's behavior. Keywords: Porcelain, Dental contact lens, Diastema, Oral rehabilitation, Dental esthetic, Clinical case. How to cite this article: Okida RC, Filho AJV, Barao VA...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - September 4, 2012 Category: Dentistry Authors: Okida RC, Filho AJ, Barao VA, Santos DM, Goiato MC Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: research
Editorial.Email this article to a colleague.
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Abstract
It has been proven that the jaw rehabilitation not only has a crucial role in treatment of both trismus and mandibular hypomobility but also in the rehabilitation of surgical conditions of the temporomandibular joint and the jaw.(1) Today, the commercially available jaw motion rehabilitation systems are specifically designed to treat these conditions.(2) These systems utilize repetitive passive motion and stretching to restore mobility and flexibility of the jaw musculature, associated joints and connective tissues. Major advantages of these systems are that they reduce patients' anxiety by allowing them t...
Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - September 4, 2012 Category: Dentistry Authors: Ozturk MB, Aksan T, Uscetin I, Akan IM Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: research
Midtown Exchange a case study for MemphisEmail this article to a colleague.
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A huge, abandoned Sears facility near downtown. A redevelopment plan that recasts the property into a home for a health care organization. Sound familiar?
The city even starts with an "M" — but it's not Minneapolis. Memphis is taking a cue from the 2005 rehabilitation of the former Minneapolis Sears complex into the Midtown Exchange, which is headquarters of Allina Hospitals and Clinics, among other things.
In Memphis, groups like St. Jude Children's Research Center and Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare…
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines - September 4, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Mark Reilly Source Type: research
Myofascial Low Back PainEmail this article to a colleague.
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This article reviews the current evidence regarding the pathophysiology, assessment, and recommended
treatment options for myofascial low back pain.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Myofascial Pain (RD Gerwin, Section editor)Pages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s11916-012-0290-yAuthors
Ryan R. Ramsook, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USAGerard A. Malanga, Overlook Pain Center, 11 Overlook Road, Summit, NJ 07901, USA
Journal Current Pain and Headache ReportsOnline ISSN 1534-3081Print ISSN 1531-3433
Source: Current Pain and Headache Reports - September 4, 2012 Category: Neurology Tags: Current Pain and Headache Reports Source Type: research
