Physical Therapy articles from May 2008

Physical Therapy archives from May 2008

Climbing out of our silos to improve practice.(Editorial)(Editorial)
May 1, 2008... When I sit back to "take in" the content of our May issue, several thoughts come to mind that I want share with you. First and foremost, each article is relevant to our readers, regardless of the breadth of the content represented. I know how...

Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale in stroke rehabilitation: a systematic review.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale in Stroke Rehabilitation Stroke often results in impaired balance. Balance is essential for optimal functioning of the locomotor system and the performance of many activities of daily living. (1)...

Persistence of altered movement patterns during a sit-to-stand task 1 year following unilateral total knee arthroplasty.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... The joint most commonly affected by osteoarthritis (OA) is the knee. (1,2) Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) often is performed to relieve the pain of end-stage knee OA following the failure of nonsurgical management. Over time, most subjects with...

Locomotor training restores walking in a nonambulatory child with chronic, severe, incomplete cervical spinal cord injury.(Research Report)(Case study)
May 1, 2008... Locomotor training (LT) is a promising experimental approach that has been translated to humans to promote the recovery of walking after incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI). (1,2) By using a treadmill as the environment in which to stimulate...

Reference curves for the Gross Motor Function Measure: percentiles for clinical description and tracking over time among children with cerebral palsy.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders affecting the development of movement and posture and causing activity limitations that are attributed to nonprogressive disturbances that occurred in the developing fetal or infant brain. (1)...

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in physical therapists: a prospective cohort study with 1-year follow-up.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... There is evidence that work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have a significant impact on physical therapists. In prior studies, (1-6) physical therapists reported taking sick time, changing practice habits, changing work settings, or...

Influence of different footwear on force of landing during running.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... It has been reported that running patterns changed when mileage was increased and, in particular, that foot pronation increased during landing. (1-4) Some authors (5) speculated that, with less active eccentric control of the foot invertor...

Pediatric physical therapists' perceptions of their training in assistive technology.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... Assistive technology (AT) is any product that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. Assistive technology devices can range from a simple suction cup rattle to sophisticated...

Temporal and spatial characteristics of gait during performance of the dynamic gait index in people with and people without balance or vestibular disorders.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... People with balance or vestibular disorders frequently demonstrate gait disorders, frequently report postural instability, and fall more frequently than community-living adults without vestibular dysfunction. (1-4) People with vestibular...

Reproducibility and minimal detectable change of three-dimensional kinematic analysis of reaching tasks in people with hemiparesis after stroke.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
May 1, 2008... Stroke is the leading cause of disability in adults in the United States, (1) affecting an estimated 730,000 people per year. (1,2) Upper-extremity (UE) function is commonly impaired after stroke, with approximately 80% of people experiencing...

Keitel functional test for patients with rheumatoid arthritis: translation, reliability, validity, and responsiveness.(Research Report)
May 1, 2008... Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common inflammatory joint disease characterized by pain, swelling, and reduced mobility of the joints, followed by various degrees of functional impairment. In all stages of the disease, physical therapy...

On "Diagnosis of fall risk in Parkinson disease..." Dibble et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88:323-332.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
May 1, 2008... Dibble et al (1) have addressed an important question regarding the methods used for determining the risk for falling in patients with Parkinson disease. My reason for writing this letter is not to take issue with their methods and findings,...

On "Modified constraint-induced therapy..." Page et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88:333-340.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
May 1, 2008... Over the past 6 years, Stephen J Page, PhD, FAHA, has shown a remarkable level of research productivity with considerable efforts directed toward a modification of constraint-induced movement therapy (mCIMT)--or constraint-induced therapy...

Corrections.(Correction notice)
May 1, 2008... "Still 'Not Satisfied'... Yet." Craik RL, Maher C. Phys Ther. 2008;88:423-425. In the print and PDF versions of this editorial, the URL in reference 7 is incorrect. The correct URL is http://www.consort-statement.org/index.aspx?o=1068 and...

Recipients in the news.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2008... Michael Schubert, PT, PhD, recipient of a Promotion of Doctoral Studies (PODS) II scholarship in 2000 and a research grant in 2005, has published 2 articles and 1 presentation based on findings of his Foundation-funded research project titled...

Foundation-funded research presentation at CSM 2008.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2008... Eight platform and 5 poster presentations reported findings from Foundation-funded research at CSM 2008. These presentations were made possible by your financial commitment to physical therapy research and to the future of the profession.

Platform.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2008... Geriatrics Sarcopenia in Frail Elderly Obese Participants: Role of Excess Skeletal Muscle Lipid. Tiffany Frimel, PT, PhD Validation of the Late Life Function and Disability Index (LLFDI) and Gait Efficacy Scale (GES) With...

Poster.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2008... Neurology Development of the Emory Clinical Vestibular Chair Test. Susan Herdman, PT, PhD, FAPTA Sleep Enhances Motor Skill Memory Consolidation in Individuals Post Stroke. Catherine Siengsukon, PT, MPT Orthopaedic ...

Paris to "makes waves" in English channel swim for foundation.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stanley Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA, will attempt to enter the Guinness World Records in July 2008 as the oldest person to swim across the English Channel. Paris is making this record-breaking attempt to raise funds for...

Foundation campaign aims for $4 million for research by June.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... "Destination: Research Excellence--Roadmap for the Future of Physical Therapy," will strengthen the physical therapy profession--now and in the future--by growing the endowment funds available for research. Endowments provide a permanent fund...

Foundation dinner dance.(Scholarship, Fellowships, and Grants)
May 1, 2008... The Foundation will pay tribute to physical therapists and the military patients they treat during the "Healing Our Heroes" 2008 Dinner Dance on June 12 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio. Special guests will include physical therapists and...

PT 2008 session to offer advice on applying for foundation funding.(Scholarship, Fellowships, and Grants)(Brief article)
May 1, 2008... The Foundation will once again offer the opportunity for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who are considering applying for Foundation scholarships, fellowships, and grants to obtain expert advice and helpful tips at PT...

Posture strap.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The EZ Posture Strap is designed to draw the shoulder blades down and back to help relieve tension and restriction in the shoulder, shoulder girdle, and neck. This small, lightweight strap can be used for a...

Glider seat.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... Altimate Medical [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Full Range Seat for the EasyStand Evolv Glider has hinged breakaway sections for each leg that provide 30 degrees or more of range of motion, allowing full leg extension during gliding to...

Hand exerciser.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... Clinically Fit Inc [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Xtensor is a handheld therapeutic device used to help rehabilitate people who have or are at risk for hand, wrist, or elbow problems. This device can be used to treat patients with ailments...

Posters.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OPTP offers exercises from the best-selling book, Foam Roller Techniques, in one convenient poster set. Broken down by upper-and lower-body exercises, the 18 in x 24 in posters are designed as a resource...

Pilates equipment.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... Balanced Body [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Pilates Studio Reformer is built of solid maple and designed for smooth, quiet operation and durability. The standard reformer features heavy-duty hardware and a precision carriage system....

Therapy pool.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... Swim-Ex [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 470-T Aquatic Therapy Pool is designed to meet the specific therapeutic needs of skilled nursing facilities and assisted living centers. The 470-T features a flat bottom with a nonskid surface and a...

Software.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... BioEx Systems [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fitness Maker is an integrated software system designed specifically to aid in fitness assessment, testing, goal achievement, and development of fitness programs. Features include capture and...

Orthotic insoles.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... KLM Labs [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SUPERSTEP orthotic insoles are based on System Rx Technology. The insoles feature a polypropylene shell and a comfortable, shock-absorbing top and bottom cover. They come in 3 levels of flexibility and...

Diathermy.(Product News)
May 1, 2008... International Medical Electronics [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Magnatherm from IME is designed to provide no-hassle, pulsed shortwave diathermy with deep therapeutic heat. This versatile, easy-to-use, diathermy unit offers maximal deep...