Physical Therapy articles from January 2009

Physical Therapy archives from January 2009

Macedo LG, Maher CG, Latimer J, McAuley JH.: Motor control exercise for persistent, nonspecific low back pain: a systematic review.(The Bottom Line)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Macedo LG, Maher CG, Latimer J, McAuley JH. Motor Control Exercise for Persistent, Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review. Phys Ther. 2009;89:9-25. What problems did the researchers set out to study, and why? The authors of the...

Cleland JA, Fritz JM, Brennan GP, Magel J.: Does continuing education improve physical therapists' effectiveness in treating neck pain? A randomized clinical trial.(The Bottom Line)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Cleland JA, Fritz JM, Brennan GP, Magel I. Does Continuing Education Improve Physical Therapists' Effectiveness in Treating Neck Pain? A Randomized Clinical Trial. Phys Ther. 2009;89:38-47. What problems did the researchers set out to...

Motor control exercise for persistent, nonspecific low back pain: a systematic review.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
January 1, 2009... Low back pain (LBP) is one of the main causes of disability, and, despite its high prevalence, the source of pain is not established in the majority of cases and the term "nonspecific low back pain" is used. (1-4) One factor that has been...

Nonsurgical management of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction with orthoses and resistive exercise: a randomized controlled trial.(Research Report)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a well-recognized source of pain and walking dysfunction (1,2) and is one of the leading causes of acquired flatfoot deformity in the adult population. (3-9) Descriptively, the various presentations...

Does continuing education improve physical therapists' effectiveness in treating neck pain? A randomized clinical trial.(Research Report)(Report)
January 1, 2009... More than 50% of all patients with neck pain are referred t to physical therapists, and this population comprises approximately 25% of all patients seeking outpatient physical therapy for musculoskeletal conditions. (1,2) An abundance of...

Continuing education and treatment of neck pain.(Invited Commentary)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Continuing education and professional development are hallmarks of professional practice. The concept of the 5-year half-life of knowledge in health care professions is well recognized, (1) as is the fact that tertiary professional...

Effects of early progressive eccentric exercise on muscle size and function after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a 1-year follow-up study of a randomized clinical trial.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
January 1, 2009... The restoration of muscle volume and strength (force-generating capacity) following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R) continues to be a rehabilitation challenge. Interventions that can safely and effectively overload muscle...

Stepping responses of infants with myelomeningocele when supported on a motorized treadmill.(Research Report)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Myelomeningocele (MMC) is the most common neural tube defect in the United States, affecting 1,500 to 2,000 of the more than 4 million babies born in the country each year. (1) In recent years, the incidence of MMC has decreased in many...

Lower-extremity strength differences predict activity limitations in people with chronic stroke.(Research Report)(Report)
January 1, 2009... The consequences of stroke can be understood in the context of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model. (1,2) In this model, health condition represents both healthy body systems and disorders or...

Physical therapist management of acute and chronic low back pain using the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health.(Case Report)(Case study)
January 1, 2009... Low back pain (LBP) is among the most ubiquitous and expensive health conditions affecting the developed world. (1-4) Low back pain also is among the most common musculoskeletal conditions treated by physical therapists. (5) As a complex...

Advancements in contemporary physical therapy research: use of mixed methods designs.(Perspective)(Report)
January 1, 2009... Mixed methods research designs have gained popularity in health care professions such as nursing, health services, and public health over the last few decades due to their utility in applied research, the high-quality inferences they yield, and...

Sexuality and health care: are we training physical therapy professionals to address their clients' sexuality needs?(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
January 1, 2009... According to Couldrick, "Sexuality is an integral part of being human." (1(p493)) Sexual well-being of clients is regarded as a health care concern, which is highlighted in the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health...

Congratulations on the diabetes special issue!(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
January 1, 2009... You are to be commended for this excellent special issue of PTJ concerned with diabetes. Given the apparent expertise of the physical therapists involved as authors of many of the papers in this issue, it is both amazing and tragic that...

Corrections.(Correction notice)
January 1, 2009... Marcus RL, Smith S, Morrell G, et al. "Comparison of combined aerobic and high-force eccentric resistance exercise..." Phys Ther. 2008;88:1345-1354. Table 3 contains incorrect footnote symbols for within-group differences for thigh lean...

Foundation awards $150,000 in research grants and doctoral scholarships.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
January 1, 2009... The Foundation for Physical Therapy recently awarded $120,000 in research grants to physical therapists to evaluate the effectiveness of physical therapy interventions. In October 2008, the Foundation's Scientific Review Committee reviewed...

Foundation announces Florence P Kendall doctoral Scholarship Recipients.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Brief article)
January 1, 2009... The Foundation for Physical Therapy's Board of Trustees recently awarded a total of $30,000 in doctoral scholarships to 6 physical therapists. Recipients of the $5,000 Florence P Kendall Doctoral Scholarships for the 2008-2009 academic year...

Paris' "Make Waves" campaign raises $52,000.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Stanley Paris)(Brief article)
January 1, 2009... Stanley Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA, raised awareness of the Foundation and the need for physical therapy research through his attempt to swim the English Channel last summer. More than 500 people donated more than $52,000 in honor of his effort! ...

Foundation offers new fellowship in health services.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
January 1, 2009... Applications are being accepting until January 27, 2009, for the Foundation for Physical Therapy's newly created fellowship in health services. The New Investigator Fellowship Training Initiative (NIFTI) in Health Services Research offers...

Session to offer advice on applying for foundation funding.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
January 1, 2009... Members of the Foundation for Physical Therapy's Scientific Review Committee (SRC) will offer suggestions for preparing a successful grant, scholarship, or fellowship application during an educational session at the Combined Sections Meeting in...

Practice management software.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Eclipse/MPN Software Systems Eclipse practice management software has been in daily use at thousands of locations for more than 20 years. Eclipse includes billing, scheduling, electronic health records, daily notes, an extensive alerts...

Hand exerciser.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Magister Corp [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Eggsercizer Hand Exerciser now can be imprinted with your clinic logo and can become a marketing tool for your clinic. The hand exercisers are designed for rehabilitation and strengthening of...

Support belt.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Si-Loc belt features wide, medical-grade, nonslip pads to help it stay in place. This tapered, lightweight belt is wider at the innominates for even pressure distribution and has a nonbulky, breathable...

Pediatric stander.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Altimate Medical [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Altimate introduces the EasyStand Bantam, a pediatric stander that has a supine option, giving the child even more positioning options. The Bantam is available in 2 different seating systems and...

Cold therapy gel.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... North Coast Medical [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PhysioIce is a long-lasting, penetrating gel designed to enhance cold therapy treatments. This pain-relieving, analgesic gel can provide quick, temporary relief of aching joints and muscles...

Exercise device.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Stirrup Ankle Anchor is designed for lower-extremity strengthening with resistance tubing. The device can be used for strengthening, balance, and proprioception exercises preformed in multiple positions...

Prone positioning bar.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Maddak Inc [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Taylorbar Roll Restrictor was developed to assist children with limited core muscle strength in developing upper-body strength without interfering with range of motion. The lightweight bar,...

Exercise device.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Technogym [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Technogym introduces new equipment configurations and training programs in its Kinesis Circuit training products, which are designed to allow free and natural movement. Kinesis technology now is...

Flexible cold and heat.(Product News)
January 1, 2009... Tri W-G [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Ultimate Coldn'Hot Pack is designed to provide a solution for patients who need pain relief without drugs. When frozen, the pack stays therapeutically flexible. The packs are sold directly to health...