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Does outcome of neuropsychological treatment in patients with unilateral spatial neglect after stroke affect functional outcome?
CONCLUSIONS: The outcome of the whole rehabilitation resulted affected by the outcome of neuropsychological treatment in patients with USN, being a low score at Barrage test at the beginning of therapy a negative predictor of USN recovery.
CLINICAL REHABILITATION IMPACT: Patients with USN after stroke can benefit of a specific training for reducing USN also in terms of functional outcome. Further, the simple use of Barrage test could provide important prognostic information about recovery.
PMID: 25739509 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine - February 26, 2015 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Matano A, Iosa M, Guariglia C, Pizzamiglio L, Paolucci S Tags: Eur J Phys Rehabil Med Source Type: research
Investigating the Validity of the Environmental Framework Underlying the Original and Modified Dynamic Gait Index.
CONCLUSIONS: Support for the environmental framework underlying the mDGI extends its usefulness as a clinical measure of functional mobility by providing a rationale for interpretation of scores that can be used to direct treatment and infer change in mobility function.
PMID: 25524870 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - December 18, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Shumway-Cook A, Matsuda PN, Taylor C Tags: Phys Ther Source Type: research
Half a million California seniors fall repeatedly but many don’t seek medical attention
More than half a million older Californians — 12.6 percent of the state’s senior population — fall more than once a year, but nearly 60 percent of them fail to seek medical attention afterward, according to a new study by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research.
The study also found that among those who did seek treatment, 40 percent did not receive counseling from a medical provider about how to prevent future falls.
Falls are the leading injury-related cause of death and need for medical care among Californians age 65 and older, according to the study. In 2012, more than 1,800 seniors died after falling and se...
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - November 21, 2014 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Kinesthetic taping improves walking function in patients with stroke: a pilot cohort study.
CONCLUSION: The results of this study indicate that kinesthetic taping of the anterior thigh and knee provides an immediate improvement in walking function in patients with stroke. Such a positive effect on motor function could be a valuable adjunct in physical therapy and rehabilitation of patients with stroke.
PMID: 25467397 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation - November 1, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Boeskov B, Carver LT, von Essen-Leise A, Henriksen M Tags: Top Stroke Rehabil Source Type: research
The DARS (Dopamine Augmented Rehabilitation in Stroke) trial: protocol for a randomised controlled trial of Co-careldopa treatment in addition to routine NHS occupational and physical therapy after stroke
DiscussionThe DARS trial will provide evidence as to whether Co-careldopa, in addition to routine NHS occupational and physical therapy, leads to a greater recovery of motor function, a reduction in carer dependency and advance rehabilitation treatments for people with stroke.Trial registration: ISRCTN99643613 assigned on 4 December 2009.
Source: Trials - August 8, 2014 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Bipin BhaktaSuzanne HartleyIvana HollowayJ CouzensGary FordDavid MeadsCatherine SackleyMarion WalkerSharon RuddockAmanda Farrin Source Type: research
Predictors and Biomarkers of Treatment Gains in a Clinical Stroke Trial Targeting the Lower Extremity Clinical Sciences
Conclusions—
A multimodal model incorporating behavioral and fMRI measures best predicted treatment-induced changes in gait velocity in a clinical trial setting. Results also suggest potential use of fMRI measures as biomarkers of treatment gains.
Source: Stroke - July 28, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Burke, E., Dobkin, B. H., Noser, E. A., Enney, L. A., Cramer, S. C. Tags: Exercise/exercise testing/rehabilitation, Other Treatment, Behavioral Changes and Stroke, Computerized tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Rehabilitation, Stroke Clinical Sciences Source Type: research
Selecting measures for balance and mobility to improve assessment and treatment of individuals after stroke.
This article utilizes a case-based approach to describe the benefits of using a common set of outcome measures and a process for selecting optimal measures across body structure/function, activity, and participation domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model and stages of stroke recovery. Specific measures for use in acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient, and home health care settings are discussed based on StrokEDGE task force recommendations by the Neurology Section of the American Physical Therapy Association.
PMID: 25150662 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation - July 1, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Kegelmeyer DA, Kloos AD, Siles AB Tags: Top Stroke Rehabil Source Type: research
Reliability and Validity of the Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest) in People With Subacute Stroke.
CONCLUSION: The BESTest is reliable, valid, and sensitive and specific in assessing balance in persons with subacute stroke across all levels of functional disability.
PMID: 24925073 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Physical Therapy - June 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Chinsongkram B, Chaikeeree N, Saengsirisuwan V, Viriyatharakij N, Horak FB, Boonsinsukh R Tags: Phys Ther Source Type: research
Functional Motor Recovery In Stroke Survivors - Determinants In A Stroke Unit in Sub-Saharan Africa. (P3.045)
CONCLUSIONS:Frequent and effective visits to the physical therapist and to wit attainment of good and functional motor recovery may be hampered by its financial burden in resource poor settings where health insurance scarcely existStudy Supported by:NONEDisclosure: Dr. Imarhiagbe has nothing to disclose.
Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Imarhiagbe, F. Tags: Neural Repair and Neuro-rehabilitation: Clinical Source Type: research
What Causes Muscle Weakness?
Discussion
Muscle tone is the slight tension that is felt in a muscle when it is voluntarily relaxed. It can be assessed by asking the patient to relax and then taking the muscles through a range of motion such as moving the wrists, forearm and upper arm. Muscle strength is the muscle’s force against active resistance. Impaired strength is called weakness or paresis. There are 5 levels of muscle strength.
0 = No muscle contraction detected
1 = Barely detected flicker of contraction
2 = Active movement with gravity eliminated
3 = Active movement against gravity
4 = Active movement against gravity and some resistance
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Source: PediatricEducation.org - December 9, 2013 Category: Pediatrics Authors: pediatriceducationmin Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Six‐month prospective study of fall risk factors identification in patients post‐stroke
ConclusionsFear of falling was the best indicator of falling. Receiving physical therapy after a stroke seems to highly contribute to improved functional independence of activities in daily living, and increased self‐confidence and cognitive function. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2013; ●●: ●●–●●.
Source: Geriatrics and Gerontology International - October 28, 2013 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Chutima Jalayondeja, Patricia E Sullivan, Sopa Pichaiyongwongdee Tags: Original Article: Epidemiology, Clinical Practice and Health Source Type: research
A comprehensive exercise program for a young adult male with Down syndrome who experienced a stroke.
Conclusion: Improved cardiorespiratory fitness, strength, balance and mobility provide preliminary evidence of the trainability of individuals with both DS and stroke. Future studies are warranted to investigate the role of exercise in risk factor reduction for primary and secondary prevention of stroke in people with DS. Implications for Rehabilitation Individuals with Down syndrome (DS) may be at heightened risk of stroke due to a combination of physiological conditions and lifestyle choices which contribute to reduced exercise capacity, accelerated aging patterns, moyamoya syndrome and physical inactivity as well as hig...
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - September 10, 2013 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Casey AF, Mackay-Lyons M, Connolly EM, Jennings C, Rasmussen R Tags: Disabil Rehabil Source Type: research
Noninvasive strategies to promote functional recovery after stroke.
Abstract
Stroke is a common and disabling global health-care problem, which is the third most common cause of death and one of the main causes of acquired adult disability in many countries. Rehabilitation interventions are a major component of patient care. In the last few years, brain stimulation, mirror therapy, action observation, or mental practice with motor imagery has emerged as interesting options as add-on interventions to standard physical therapies. The neural bases for poststroke recovery rely on the concept of plasticity, namely, the ability of central nervous system cells to modify their structure a...
Source: Neural Plasticity - July 19, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Faralli A, Bigoni M, Mauro A, Rossi F, Carulli D Tags: Neural Plast Source Type: research
Balance is associated with quality of life in chronic stroke.
CONCLUSION: In the chronic stroke population, balance impairment and fall risk are associated with lower QOL scores. If balance can be improved and maintained into the chronic phases of stroke, it is likely that individuals will benefit with improved QOL.
PMID: 23893833 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation - July 1, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Schmid AA, Van Puymbroeck M, Altenburger PA, Miller KK, Combs SA, Page SJ Tags: Top Stroke Rehabil Source Type: research
