Physical Therapy articles from May 2003

Physical Therapy archives from May 2003

Living with error.(Editorial)
May 1, 2003... Even as we mourn the tragic end of the shuttle Columbia, we can marvel at NASXs incredible history of 10 successful manned Apollo missions and more than 100 successful shuttle missions. In addition to highly trained personnel, spaceflight...

Comparison of the oxygen cost of breathing exercises and spontaneous breathing in patients with stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (Research Report).
May 1, 2003... Due to their increased ventilatory demands, people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a higher resting oxygen consumption ([Vo.sub.2]) than do people without pulmonary disease. (1,2) This higher resting [Vo.sub.2] may be...

Construct validation of a model for professional behavior in physical therapist students. (Research Report).
May 1, 2003... When a student graduates from a physical therapist professional education program, the professional and lay communities, in our opinion, assume that the new practitioner has the cognitive, psychomotor, and behavioral skills necessary to provide...

Psychometric properties of the Dutch Chronic Fatigue Syndrome--Activities and Participation Questionnaire (CFS-APQ). (Research Report).
May 1, 2003... Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is characterized by persistent or relapsing fatigue lasting 6 or more consecutive months. (1,2) To fulfill the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 1994 definition for CFS, (1) any medical condition...

The Hypothesis-Oriented Algorithm for Clinicians II (HOAC II): a guide for patient management. (Perspective).
May 1, 2003... In 1986, Rothstein and Echternach (1) published a clinical decision and documentation guide called the Hypothesis-Oriented Algorithm for Clinicians (HOAC), which they contended offered clinicians a pragmatic, scientifically credible approach to...

Application of the HOAC II: an episode of care for a patient with low back pain. (Case Report).(Hypothesis-Oriented Algorithm for Clinicians II )
May 1, 2003... The Hypothesis-Oriented Algorithm for Clinicians II (HOAC II) (1) is an algorithm designed to aid clinicians in planning and carrying out the elements of patient/client management (1) for any type of patient. It is a step-by-step guide that can...

Evidence in practice.
May 1, 2003... ?Clinical question: Is there evidence that performing joint manipulation under' local anesthetic block might be more effective than continuing a program of joint mobilization, stretching, and mobility exercises in a woman with recalcitrant...

Article titles in rehabilitation literature.(Bibliography)
May 1, 2003... 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 Aberrant protective force generation...

Alzheimer Solutions: a Personal Guide for Caregivers.(Book Review)
May 1, 2003... Knittweis J, Harch J. Sausalito, CA 94965, Lucid Press, 2002, paperback, 177 pp, ISBN: 0-9646184-5-1, $21.95. This is a reader-friendly text that uses a question-and-answer format to offer practical solutions to the typical problems faced...

Peripheral Nerve Injuries in the Athlete.(Book Review)
May 1, 2003... Feinberg JH, Spielholz NI, eds. Champaign, IL 61825-5076, Human Kinetics, 2003, 279 pp, hardcover, illus, ISBN: 0-7360-4490-6, $49. Because most sports medicine-related textbooks focus primarily on injuries to the musculoskeletal system,...

Scoliosis and the Human Spine: a Critical Review of Clinical Approaches to the Treatment of Spinal Deformity in the United States, and a Proposal for Change.(Book Review)
May 1, 2003... Hawes MC. Tucson, AZ 85745, West Press, 2002, paperback, 155 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-9719546-0-7, $74.95. Scoliosis and the Human Spine is intended to be a critical review of published information on the topic of scoliosis and to stimulate...

Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Management of the Lumbar Spine, Pelvis, and Hip Region.(Book Review)
May 1, 2003... Whitman JM, Flynn TW, Wainner RS, Magel J. San Antonio, TX 78234, Manipulations Inc, 2002, CD-ROM, ISBN: 0.9714792-2-4, $99. [System requirements: PC Pentium 350MHz or higher, Windows 95 or later, 32 MB RAM] This CD-ROM uses video clips,...

APTA's Fax-on-Demand directory.(American Physical Therapy Association)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... The APTA Fax-on-Demand service allows you to receive high-demand Association documents within minutes. Simply dial 800/399-2782 and press "1" if you are an APTA member, "2" if you are not a member, or "3" if you would like to join APTA. Then...

Scholarships, fellowships, and grants. (Foundation for Physical Therapy).
May 1, 2003... Hot Tub Use and Low Back Pain: Request For Proposals The Foundation for Physical Therapy is pleased to announce a new request for proposal (RFP) made possible by the National Spa and Pool Institute's Hot Tub Council. This RFP is for...

Activities of daily living: beautiful solutions. (Product News).(Versi Bag )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The Versi Bag is a durable bag that easily snaps on to any walker, wheel chair, or bedrail and holds items such as keys, glasses, money, identification, and reading material. The unisex Versi Bag is available in 3 color combinations; tan/black,...

Exercise equipment: Dynamic Edge. (Product News).(Dynamic Edge Rehab Performance Machine )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The Dynamic Edge Rehab Performance Machine (RPM) is a 3-dimensional lateral rehabilitation machine for co contraction of core muscles. The RPM is a knee strengthener; a shoulder, trunk, and back stabilizer; a dynamic balance trainer; and a...

Exercise equipment: Baltimore therapeutic equipment. (Product News).(Primus computerized rehabilitation device)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The Primus is a versatile computerized rehabilitation device with isotonic, isokinetic, isometric, and CPM modes. It features a task/work simulation system, an extremity system for isolated joint testing and closed kinetic chain exercises, a...

Latex-free exercise bands: Four D rubber. (Product News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Nonlatex resistive exercise bands are made from synthetic KRATON IR polymer. They provide the strength, elasticity, flexibility, and durability of natural rubber latex bands without the allergenic proteins. The bands are avail able in 3...

Mobility product catalog: Altimate Medical. (Product News).(Standing, Positioning and Mobility Catalog in Spanish)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The Standing, Positioning & Mobility Catalog in Spanish features a complete line of standing frames, including new products like the tilt table, Roho seat, and XL Ovation options. The catalog includes detailed product information and a...

Direct ordering: MedDev. (Product News).(Order Assist Program)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Order Assist Program permits patients to order recommended Hand Helper hand therapy products. Patients use the Order Assist form to call MedDev suppliers and place their order directly from the MedDev Order Assist brochure. Circle 105 on...

Spinal exercise equipment: Saunders Group. (Product News).(BodyBow spinal exercise device)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The BodyBow spinal exercise device is designed to encourage optimum spinal exercise, including stretching, strengthening, and stabilization routines. Circle 106 on Reader Service Card or visit www.apta.org/adinfo [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Rehab Products Catalog: OPTP. (Product News).(Health Care Catalog 4)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Health Care Catalog 4 allows patients to order products and resource materials in 6 interest areas: Back and Neck Care, Health and Wellness, Training and Conditioning, Stretching, Balance, and Pilates. The catalog features several new items...

Journal calendar.(American Physical Therapy Association)(Calendar)
May 1, 2003... APTA Business Awards Sep Bylaws Nov Call for Nominations Sep Elected/Appointed Groups Sep Goals Nov In Memoriam ...