Physical Therapy articles from March 2005

Physical Therapy archives from March 2005

Research in low back pain: time to stop seeking the elusive "magic bullet".(Guest Editorial)
March 1, 2005... For physical therapists who practice in the area of low back pain (LBP) and pride themselves on being evidence-based practitioners, the period 1995 to 2005 would seem to be the decade of our dreams: * An unprecedented number of randomized...

Trunk muscle stabilization training plus general exercise versus general exercise only: randomized controlled trial of patients with recurrent low back pain.(Research Report)
March 1, 2005... Key Words: Exercise, Low back pain, Randomized controlled trial, Rehabilitation, Stabilization. There is ample evidence that active approaches to the rehabilitation of patients with subacute and chronic low back pain (LBP) are beneficial....

Canadian physical therapists' interest in Web-based and computer-assisted continuing education.(Research Report)
March 1, 2005... Key Words: Computer-assisted education, Continuing education, Distance learning, Internet. In recent years, the expansion of specialized knowledge has led Canadian and other professional organizations and regulatory bodies to expect...

Physical therapy interventions for patients with stroke in inpatient rehabilitation facilities.(Research Report)
March 1, 2005... According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES I, II, and III), there were 3.7 million people aged 25 years or older reporting a history of stroke in the United States in 1991. (1) In 1994 alone, there were...

Bone mineral density during total contact cast immobilization for a patient with neuropathic (Charcot) arthropathy.(Case Report)
March 1, 2005... Key Words: Arthropathy; Diabetes mellitus; Foot diseases; Fractures, neurogenic. Neuropathic arthropathy (Charcot arthropathy) is a complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) that results in fractures, dislocations, subluxations, and the...

The kappa statistic in reliability studies: use, interpretation, and sample size requirements.(Perspective)
March 1, 2005... Key Words: Kappa, Measurement, Reliability, Sample size. In musculoskeletal practice and research, there is frequently a need to determine the reliability of measurements made by clinicians--reliability here being the extent to which...

Evaluation of female pelvic-floor muscle function and strength.(Perspective)
March 1, 2005... Key Words: Evaluation, Function, Measurement, Pelvic-floor muscles, Reliability, Strength, Validity. Urinary incontinence is defined by the International Continence Society (ICS) as the complaint of any involuntary leakage of urine. (1)...

Article titles in rehabilitation literature.
March 1, 2005... This section provides readers with a list of articles on rehabilitation topics that have been recently published in other journals. Articles are listed by the type of study. Outcomes/Effectiveness Aging with spinal cord injury: changes...

Bull's Handbook of Sports Injuries, ed 2.(Book Review)
March 1, 2005... Bull's Handbook of Sports Injuries, ed 2 Roberts WO, ed. New York, NY 10121-2298, McGraw-Hill, Medical Publishing Division, 2004, paperback, 853 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-07-140291-8, $64.95. This compact text contains 45 chapters that encompass...

The Back Pain Revolution, ed 2.(Book Review)
March 1, 2005... The Back Pain Revolution, ed 2 Waddell G Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3AF, Churchill Livingstone Inc, 2004, hardcover, 475 pp, illus, ISBN: 044307227-2, $79.95. The purpose of the long-awaited second edition of Gordon Waddell's The Back...

Profile of excellence.(Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants)
March 1, 2005... Foundation dollars often serve multiple purposes. In recent years, Foundation research grants awarded to recipients from the University of Pittsburgh not only have produced scientific research evidence for the effectiveness of...

New foundation trustee named.(Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... On January 1, 2005, Daniel L Riddle, PT, PhD, FAPTA, began a 3-year term as a member of the Foundation's Board of Trustees. Dr Riddle is a professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and has served as the Assistant Chair for VCU's...

2005 dinner dance silent auction.(Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants)
March 1, 2005... The Foundation's 2005 Annual Dinner Dance Silent Auction will honor APTA's Mary McMillan Lecturers on Thursday, June 9, 2005, 7:00 PM to 12:00 midnight, at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. Reserved seating and special recognition in the...

Nominees for APTA National Office--2005.(Association Business)
March 1, 2005... The Nominating Committee of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has selected the following candidates for national office. The election will take place at the June 2005 House of Delegates meeting in Boston, Mass. A Nominating...

Books, software, and videotapes received.
March 1, 2005... Books, software, and videotapes received for review by the ournal Editorial Office are listed in Physical Therapy on a quarterly basis. The items noted below were received between October 1, 2004, and December 31, 2004. Reviews of many of these...

In memoriam.(Association Business)
March 1, 2005... Paula Lynn Adams M Lynn Ahrens Max Aldredge Leon Anderson Geraldine R Arnold Laurie Autry Richard G Balke Bonnie Anne Barcellona Elizabeth Barnett Carol Anne Bein Judith Machir Blue Janet G...

Pain relief cream.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Winston Laboratories Axsain is a new treatment for neuropathic pain, including diabetic neuropathy and postherpetic neuralgia. The cream provides a high dose of capsaicin (0.25%) in a patented Lidocare vehicle formulated to reduce stinging...

Splint.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Swede-O Inc Swede-O has added the Plantar FXT to its Thermoskin line. The Plantar FXT is designed to relieve pain associated with plantar fasciitis and provide a more comfortable alternative to a night splint that may have a low compliance...

Exercise ball.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Power Systems Inc The Soft Touch Med Ball is designed to provide strength and resistance training for people with arthritis. The pliable weighted balls are 5 inches in diameter and range from 1 to 6 lb and are color-coded by weight. A Soft...

Handle.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Lifeline USA Adjustable Grip-All Handles accept tubing, cord, or latex sheeting, allowing users to adapt their fitness cables for rehabilitation or exercise programs. The resistance can be varied by adjusting the length of tubing, flat...

TENS.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Medical Science Products MSP introduces the Micro-Stim TENS unit designed primarily for relief of acute pain. The Micro-Stim uses subtle, subsensory current frequencies and features simple-to-use controls to enable patients to operate the...

Seat Belt Alarm.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Skil-Care Corp The new Seat Belt Alarm is designed to provide double security for patients who use wheelchairs. The durable nylon belt with easy-release buckle offers safety and autonomy. An alarm sounds when the buckle is released to...

Slide Board.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... Fitter International Inc Fitter has updated the Slide Board's patented design. The Slide Board is used as an off-ice training tool for sports training and rehabilitation and can help develop skills transferable to on-ice performance. ...

Exercise equipment.(Product News)
March 1, 2005... OPTP The new Pro-Roller features heat-sealed closed-cell foam for durability under constant usage and features a textured "waffle" design to reduce slipping during balance exercises. The roller also can be used for myofascial release,...

Journal calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2005... APTA Business Awards Sep Bylaws Nov Call for Nominations Sep Clinical Research Agenda ...