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Exercise and Parkinson Disease: Comparing Tango, Treadmill, and Stretching
Conclusions: Contrary to our hypotheses, only treadmill improved forward walking, while backward walking improved with treadmill and stretching. Future research should examine combinations of exercises with a focus on optimizing dosing and examining whether specific characteristics of people with PD correlate with different types of exercise. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A237). (Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - January 1, 2019 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

A High-Intensity Exercise Boot Camp for Persons With Parkinson Disease: A Phase II, Pragmatic, Randomized Clinical Trial of Feasibility, Safety, Signal of Efficacy, and Disease Mechanisms
Background and Purpose: The feasibility, safety, and efficacy of a high-intensity multimodal exercise program (aerobic, strengthening, and balance training) have not been well vetted in persons with Parkinson disease (PD). Thus, the primary aim was to determine whether a high-intensity multimodal exercise boot camp (HIBC) was both feasible and safe in persons with PD. The secondary aim was to determine whether the program would produce greater benefit than a usual care, low-intensity exercise program (UC). An exploratory aim was to determine whether these programs affected putative disease-modifying mechanisms. Methods:...
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - January 1, 2019 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

Determinants of Dual-Task Training Effect Size in Parkinson Disease: Who Will Benefit Most?
Background and Purpose: Dual-task interventions show positive effects in people with Parkinson disease (PD), but it remains unclear which factors determine the size of these benefits. As a secondary analysis of the DUALITY trial, the aim of this study was to assess the determinants of the effect size after 2 types of dual-task practice. Methods: We randomly allocated 121 participants with PD to receive either integrated or consecutive dual-task training. Dual-task walking performance was assessed during (i) a backward digit span task (digit), (ii) an auditory Stroop task (Stroop), and (iii) a functional mobile phone t...
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - January 1, 2019 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

Call for Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Leadership Nominations
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Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Academy News & Notes Source Type: research

Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy 2019 Combined Sections Meeting Poster Presentations: Titles and AuthorsPoster presentations are grouped by content Searchable Poster Abstracts are published on-line in PDF format atwww.JNPT.org
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Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Academy News & Notes Source Type: research

Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy 2019 Combined Sections Meeting Platform Presentations: Platform presentations are grouped by content Searchable Platform Abstracts are published on-line in PDF format atwww.JNPT.org
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Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Academy News & Notes Source Type: research

Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy CSM 2019 Programming
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Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Academy News & Notes Source Type: research

Reviews of Current Literature in Rehabilitation of Persons With Parkinson Disease
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Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Abstracts of Current Literature Source Type: research

Lower Extremity Muscle Strength and Force Variability in Persons With Parkinson Disease
Conclusions: Reduced maximal force production was concomitant with impaired force control within the muscles that are critical for effective ambulation (hip flexion, ankle dorsiflexion, and ankle plantar flexion). These features should be evaluated when considering contributors to reduced mobility and quality of life. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A241). (Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

Auditory Cueing for Gait Impairment in Persons With Parkinson Disease: A Pilot Study of Changes in Response With Disease Progression
Conclusions: This pilot study indicates that people with early PD have small benefits from auditory cues and the benefit increases as disease progresses. Early in disease the benefit of cue may come at the cost of increased variability. Therefore, the time to introduce an auditory cue in PD rehabilitation may be important to optimize therapeutic effect. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A243). (Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

Factors Associated With Responsiveness to Gait and Balance Training in People With Parkinson Disease
Conclusions: The results may suggest that the PwPD with overall lower perceived health, functional mobility, and cognitive functions are the ones most likely to benefit from highly challenging and attention-demanding gait and balance training. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A240). (Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research

Predicting Motor Sequence Learning in People With Parkinson Disease
Conclusions: Participants' skill acquisition characteristics were related to learning a postural motor task. Patient-specific factors, such as the rate of skill acquisition, level of physical function, and medication status, may influence how postural motor practice is delivered during balance rehabilitation. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see the Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1, available at: http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A250). (Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy - December 14, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research