Physical Therapy articles from May 2007

Physical Therapy archives from May 2007

Focus and value added: the new case report.(Editorial)
May 1, 2007... In the early 1990s, Editor in Chief Emeritus Jules Rothstein, PT, PhD, FAPTA, and the Physical Therapy (PTJ) Editorial Board recognized the need for more case reports in the physical therapy literature. Descriptions of physical therapist...

Use of outpatient physical therapy services by people with musculoskeletal conditions.
May 1, 2007... Background and Purpose Because musculoskeletal conditions contribute to functional decline and activity limitation, physical therapy intervention may be an appropriate health care resource. The purpose of this research was to identify...

Preliminary examination of a proposed treatment-based classification system for patients receiving physical therapy interventions for neck pain.
May 1, 2007... Neck pain is a common condition, with an annual incidence estimated at about 15%. (1) Patients with neck pain frequently are treated without surgery by primary care and physical therapy providers. (2-4) Within physical therapy, there appears to...

Tai Chi and perceived health status in older adults who are transitionally frail: a randomized controlled trial.
May 1, 2007... About 30% of older adults living in the community fall each ear. (1) Of those who fall, approximately 5% will sustain fractures, and an additional 5% to 11% will sustain other serious injuries. (2) Among older adults who sustain hip fractures,...

Evaluation of two preventive interventions for reducing musculoskeletal complaints in operators of video display terminals.
May 1, 2007... The presence of musculoskeletal disorders is a widespread problem among the operators of video display terminals (VDTs). (1-3) The particular characteristics that promote the onset of these disorders are repetitive movements, sustained...

Effect of aerobic training on walking capacity and maximal exercise tolerance in patients with multiple sclerosis: a randomized crossover controlled study.
May 1, 2007... Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic demyelinating disease of the central nervous system characterized by disturbances in nerve conduction and manifested by various clinical features. People with MS often complain of poor exercise tolerance and...

Sensory-specific balance training in older adults: effect on position, movement, and velocity sense at the ankle.
May 1, 2007... Falls occur in approximately one third of adults over the age of 65 years and account for 65% of all injuries in this group. (1) Research aimed at recognizing and reducing risk factors leading to postural instability and falls among this group...

Biomechanics of submaximal recumbent cycling in adolescents with and without cerebral palsy.
May 1, 2007... Children with cerebral palsy (CP) typically have progressive impairments that affect their function as children and later as adults, and they have decreased fitness levels versus children with typical development (TD). Cycling has been...

Communicating with patients: what happens in practice?(physical therapy)
May 1, 2007... Communication has been described as the most important aspect of practice that health professionals have to master (1) and an essential requirement underpinning any successful encounter. (2) It has been widely studied within the fields of...

Thoracic kyphosis affects spinal loads and trunk muscle force.
May 1, 2007... The thoracic spine can be a source of pain and dysfunction for many individuals across the life span. (1-3) Pain in this region has been associated with reduced quality of life and functional capacity. (2,4,5) Compared with the cervical and...

On "prospective evaluation of the AM-PAC-CAT ...".(Letter to the editor)
May 1, 2007... On "Prospective Evaluation of the AM-PAC-CAT..." Jette et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87:385-398. To the editor: The authors are to be complimented for a strong paper describing a methodologically complex process in an understandable manner....

Scientific Evidence for Musculoskeletal, Bariatric, and Sports Nutrition.(Book review)
May 1, 2007... Scientific Evidence for Musculoskeletal, Bariatric, and Sports Nutrition Kohlstadt I, ed. Boca Raton, FL, 33487, CRC Press, 2006, hardcover, 644 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-8493-3724-0, $139.95. This book is a timely and comprehensive evidence-based...

Integumentary Essentials: Applying the Preferred Physical Therapist Practice Patterns[SM].(Book review)
May 1, 2007... Integumentary Essentials: Applying the Preferred Physical Therapist Practice Patterns[SM] Moffatt M, ed; Biggs Harris K, associate ed. Thorofare, NJ 08086, Slack Inc, 2006, paperback, 160 pp, illus, ISBN: 1-55642-670-4; $50.95. This book...

Cancer Prevention and Management Through Exercise and Weight Control.(Book review)
May 1, 2007... Cancer Prevention and Management Through Exercise and Weight Control McTiernan A, ed. Boca Raton, FL 33487, CRC Press, 2006, hardcover, 608 pp, illus, ISBN: 1-57444-907-9, $139.95. This book is the fifth in a series of titles that address...

Therapeutic Exercise: Treatment Planning for Progression.(Book review)
May 1, 2007... Therapeutic Exercise: Treatment Planning for Progression Huber FE, Wells CL. St Louis, MO 63146, Saunders, 2006, paperback (with DVD), 400 pp, illus, ISBN: 072164077X; $49.95. The authors developed this text to provide an evidence-based...

Corrections.(Correction notice)
May 1, 2007... "Rehabilitation of the Spine: A Practitioner's Manual, ed 2" [book review]. Phys Ther. 2007;87:479. The digital object identifier (DOI) for this book review should be 10.2522/ptj.2007.87.4.479. The correct DOI for the review appears at...

Recipients in the news.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Laura C. Schmitt, Joanne M. Wagner,)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Laura C Schmitt, PT, PhD, a Promotion of Doctoral Studies (PODS) II recipient (2004 and 2005) was recently awarded her PhD from the University of Delaware. The topic of her dissertation was "Knee Stabilization and Medial Knee Osteoarthritis."...

Nominations for Scientific Review Committee due June 22.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2007... The Foundation is seeking recommendations for individuals to serve on its Scientific Review Committee (SRC). Well-qualified physical therapist researchers will review doctoral, fellowship, and research grant applications received by the...

Clinical Research Network (CRN) update #13--choosing the appropriate comparison group: considerations from PTClinResNet.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2007... The barriers to conduct randomized clinical trials (RCTs) are not unique in rehabilitation. However, there are unique issues related to the development and implementation of trials in rehabilitation. For example, multidisciplinary or multifocal...

Foundation PT2007 events not to be missed.(Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants)
May 1, 2007... Register for the Foundation's "Farewell to Frank" Dinner Dance Don't miss the annual Foundation Dinner Dance on June 28 at PT 2007 in Denver, Colorado. Share in an evening of tributes and country music as the Foundation honors APTA's...

Poster.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Altimate Medical Inc Altimate now offers a free 18-in x 24-in poster on the medical benefits of standing. This poster shows how assisted standing addresses the secondary complications created by prolonged wheelchair use. These posters can...

Therapy device.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Medispec Ltd Medispec announces the Radialspec, a radial wave therapy device that can be used to provide 5-minute treatments for muscle aches, low back pain, and tendinosis of the shoulder, biceps, and Achilles heel. The Radialspec is...

Abdominal binder.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Dale Medical Products Inc Dale introduces a larger size abdominal binder designed to provide comfortable postoperative support for patients who are obese. The Dale Abdominal Binder is made from a latex-free, all-elastic material that...

Removable back.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Altimate Medical Inc EasyStand Evolv now is available with a removable back option to help transfer patients into the Evolv stander from the back of the unit using a lift. Four different back options are available (contoured or flat, 13-in...

Restraining belt.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Advent Product Development Inc The CPM Anchor is a specially designed restraining belt that is configured for use with continuous passive motion devices to prevent them from slipping and to provide a more efficient and comfortable workout...

Foam roller.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... OPTP The Standard White Foam Roller now is available in an 18-in x 6-in size. Made from the same material as OPTP's other foam rollers, this new size is designed for self-massage, balance, and core stability exercises. Circle Reader...

Conductive pads.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Swede-O Inc Swede-O introduces Thermoskin Conductive Pads and Garments designed to promote uniform delivery of electrical stimulation to various parts of the body. The pads and garments can be used for treatment of sports and work-related...

OPTP.(Product News)
May 1, 2007... Multipurpose elastic tape Strintex Tape can be used for sports injuries, postsurgical swelling, joint stability, or postural awareness. The nylon tape is elastic in every direction, breathable, and prestretched. Strintex tape is available...