On-line pilates program as an alternative to conventional rehabilitation therapy for people with multiple sclerosis, pilot study
Restrictions in physical activity during Covid-19 pandemic had an impact on exercise activities on people with chronic diseases such as multiple sclerosis, for whom regular exercise is important for managing the disease. Therefore, alternative forms of exercise and rehabilitation were in high demand. The aim of pilot study was to verify the feasibility and potential effect of an online Pilates exercise programme for people with mild to moderate disability due to multiple sclerosis. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - April 18, 2024 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: R. Vetrovska, R. Prochazkova, E. Kubala Havrdova, K. Novotna Source Type: research
A historical cohort study on predictors for successful weaning from prolonged mechanical ventilation and up to 3-year survival follow-up in a rehabilitation center.
We followed prolonged mechanically ventilated (PMV) patients for weaning attempts and explored factors associated with successful weaning and long-term survival. (Source: Respiratory Medicine)
Source: Respiratory Medicine - April 18, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Mila Fradkin, Maya Elyashiv, Amasha Camel, Nirit Agay, Michael Brik, Pierre Singer, Rachel Dankner Source Type: research
Rehabilitation Implications of Cellular Therapy for Cancer
AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis paper aims to explore the rehabilitation implications of hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, addressing the dearth of literature on rehabilitation for CAR T-cell recipients compared to HSCT patients.Recent FindingsWhile HSCT recipients commonly face weakness and deconditioning, CAR T-cell therapy recipients experience unique toxicities like cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS). Prehabilitation, rehabilitation, and prospective surveillance have emerged as crucial components i...
Source: Current Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Reports - April 18, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Clinical evaluation of a patient participation assessment system for upper extremity rehabilitation exercises
Abstract In conventional and robotic rehabilitation, the patient ’s active participation in exercises is essential for the maximum functional output to be received from therapy. In rehabilitation exercises performed with robotic devices, the difficulty levels of therapy tasks and the device assistance are adjusted based on the patient’s therapy performance to improve active participation. However, the existing therapy performance evaluation methods are based on either some specific device designs or certain therapy tasks, which limits their widespread use. In this paper, the effectiveness of a participation assess...
Source: Medical and Biological Engineering and Computing - April 17, 2024 Category: Biomedical Engineering Source Type: research
Profile of paediatric occupational therapy practice in Eastern Mediterranean countries
CONCLUSION: Paediatric occupational therapists are usually exposed to specific age groups and conditions. However, a lack of knowledge practice in some areas and challenges in others exist.SIGNIFICANCE: Within the EM region, knowledge regarding therapists' practices is lacking. Actions should be taken to improve current practice and meet the current needs of clients, and utilise evidence-based practices.PMID:38631391 | DOI:10.1080/11038128.2024.2342536 (Source: Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy - April 17, 2024 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Zainab A Jasem Source Type: research
Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of Implementing Psychological Strategies for Patient Management: A Systematic Review
CONCLUSIONS: Ats have the knowledge to identify when athletes are psychologically affected by injury and can identify common psychological responses. Although Ats acknowledge the value of implementing psychosocial strategies, lack of confidence in implementing basic or advanced techniques, feeling underprepared by their educational program, and lack of clinical training appear to impact the use of psychosocial techniques in clinical practice and the rate of mental health recognition and referral amongst ATs.PMID:38629498 | DOI:10.4085/1062-6050-0705.23 (Source: Journal of Athletic Training)
Source: Journal of Athletic Training - April 17, 2024 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Caitlin Brinkman Elaine Reiche Shelby Baez Source Type: research
Toxicity evaluation of dose-escalation in hypofractionated regional nodal irradiation for breast cancer: a retrospective study
CONCLUSIONS: Patients who received dose-escalation in hypofractionated RNI face a higher risk of developing lymphedema and shoulder stiffness compared to those who received standard-dose hypofractionated RNI. Therefore, it is crucial to implement close and frequent monitoring for early detection, along with timely rehabilitation interventions for these patients.PMID:38631540 | DOI:10.1016/j.ijrobp.2024.04.014 (Source: Health Physics)
Source: Health Physics - April 17, 2024 Category: Physics Authors: Euidam Kim Ji Sung Yoo Yeon-Joo Kim Jungnam Joo Eun Sang Oh Yoonsun Chung Seung Hyun Chung Tae Hyun Kim Source Type: research
Historical technology transfer activities and productivity of NIDLRR grantees
Assist Technol. 2024 Apr 17:1-13. doi: 10.1080/10400435.2024.2324051. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis paper analyzes the technology-related outputs from The National Institute of Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). We seek to answer the questions: What are the types and frequency of assistive technology (AT) technology transfer (ATTT) outputs from NIDILRR grants? How does NIDILRR's ATTT generation compare to other granting organizations? What types of ATTT outputs occur, how, and what is the relative productivity of the most frequently funded universities and small businesses performin...
Source: Assistive Technology - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Erin Higgins Michelle Zorrilla Megan D'Innocenzo Mary R Goldberg Susan K Cohen Nancy Augustine Julie Faieta Kathleen Murphy Jonathan L Pearlman Source Type: research
Health App Review Tool (HART): content validation through expert panel review
Assist Technol. 2024 Apr 17:1-6. doi: 10.1080/10400435.2024.2337857. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe Health App Review Tool (HART) is an evaluation tool that is designed to help the users in evaluation of the health apps for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) population. As the development of the HART continues, the domain items that HART addresses require evaluation to determine if they meet the intended required criteria for the users.To complete content validation of the HART 10 health care professions provided content validation of the HART via a content validation form. Specifically, data collection to...
Source: Assistive Technology - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Sungwoo Moon Krista Best Yong K Choi Julie Faieta Source Type: research
Sex differences and determinants of anxiety symptoms in patients with COPD initiating pulmonary rehabilitation
CONCLUSION: Over a third of COPD patients had clinically relevant anxiety symptoms with a higher prevalence in women than men. Anxiety was associated with younger age, female gender, and impaired QoL. Early recognition and treatment of anxiety in patients with COPD is worthy of consideration for those attending PR, especially women.PMID:38631527 | DOI:10.1016/j.rmed.2024.107633 (Source: Respiratory Care)
Source: Respiratory Care - April 17, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: A M Yohannes R Casaburi S Dryden N A Hanania Source Type: research
Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of Implementing Psychological Strategies for Patient Management: A Systematic Review
CONCLUSIONS: Ats have the knowledge to identify when athletes are psychologically affected by injury and can identify common psychological responses. Although Ats acknowledge the value of implementing psychosocial strategies, lack of confidence in implementing basic or advanced techniques, feeling underprepared by their educational program, and lack of clinical training appear to impact the use of psychosocial techniques in clinical practice and the rate of mental health recognition and referral amongst ATs.PMID:38629498 | DOI:10.4085/1062-6050-0705.23 (Source: J Athl Train)
Source: J Athl Train - April 17, 2024 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Caitlin Brinkman Elaine Reiche Shelby Baez Source Type: research
Clinical effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation and barriers to completion in patients of low socioeconomic status in rural areas: A mixed-methods study
CONCLUSIONS: Cardiac rehabilitation completion was low but effective in reducing mortality/cardiovascular readmissions. Understanding and addressing barriers and needs through mixed methods can help tailor cardiac rehabilitation programmes to vulnerable populations and improve completion and outcomes.PMID:38631370 | DOI:10.1177/02692155241236998 (Source: Clinical Rehabilitation)
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Alline Beleigoli Hila Ariela Dafny Maria Alejandra Pinero de Plaza Claire Hutchinson Tania Marin Joyce S Ramos Orathai Suebkinorn Lemlem G Gebremichael Norma B Bulamu Wendy Keech Marie Ludlow Jeroen Hendriks Vincent Versace Robyn A Clark Source Type: research
Effectiveness of Rehabilitation Interventions in Individuals With Emerging Virtual Respiratory Tract Infectious Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
CONCLUSION: Rehabilitation interventions are promising for survivors of viral respiratory diseases, yet gaps in research remain. Future investigations should focus on personalizing rehabilitation efforts, utilizing remote technology-assisted programs, improving research quality, and identifying specific subgroups for customized rehabilitation strategies to achieve the best outcomes for survivors.PMID:38629433 | DOI:10.1177/02692155241239881 (Source: Clinical Rehabilitation)
Source: Clinical Rehabilitation - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jinming Huang Xu Qiao Kangping Song Rong Liu Shuangshuang Huang Jing He Siyi Zhu Jan D Reinhardt Chengqi He Source Type: research
Bracing treatment for AIS patients with curves more than 40 degrees
Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2024 Apr 17. doi: 10.23736/S1973-9087.24.08498-3. Online ahead of print.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38629934 | DOI:10.23736/S1973-9087.24.08498-3 (Source: European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine)
Source: European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Tianyuan Zhang Zifang Huang Junlin Yang Source Type: research
A self-management program increases the dosage of inpatient rehabilitation by 26 minutes per day: a process evaluation
CONCLUSION: A self-management rehabilitation program was implemented with fidelity for two in three rehabilitation patients, resulting in increased therapy dosage with minimal adaptations.PMID:38627962 | DOI:10.1080/09638288.2024.2339533 (Source: Disability and Rehabilitation)
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - April 17, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Sara L Whittaker Natasha K Brusco Keith D Hill Christina L Ekegren Nicholas F Taylor Source Type: research
