Physical Therapy articles from May 2009

Physical Therapy archives from May 2009

The bottom line.(Report)
May 1, 2009... The Bottom Line is a translation of study findings for application to clinical practice. It is not intended to substitute for a critical reading of the research article. Bottom Lines are written by invitation only. Song CY, Lin YF, Wei TC,...

Surplus value of hip adduction in leg-press exercise in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomized controlled trial.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
May 1, 2009... Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common musculoskeletal problem of the knee. Patients with PFPS often have retropatellar or peripatellar pain. (1) This pain is aggravated by activities that increase patellofemoral compressive force,...

Interventions associated with an increased or decreased likelihood of pain reduction and improved function in patients with adhesive capsulitis: a retrospective cohort study.(Research Report)(Report)
May 1, 2009... Adhesive capsulitis, or "frozen shoulder," is a soft tissue disorder that results in pain, stiffness, and progressive loss of active and passive range of motion (AROM and PROM) in the glenohumeral joint. (1,2) The patient frequently has...

Clinical reasoning in musculoskeletal practice: students' conceptualizations.(Research Report)(Report)
May 1, 2009... Clinical reasoning (CR) is the thinking and decision-making process used by practitioners. (1) Research on CR in the health sciences has evolved over 3 distinct, but overlapping, phases, in which the shifts in focus have been accompanied by...

Short-term efficacy of upper-extremity exercise training in patients with chronic airway obstruction: a systematic review.(Research Report)(Report)
May 1, 2009... The upper extremities (UEs) play an important role in performing many activities of daily living (ADL), both in the domain of basic self-care and in everyday jobs. Patients with chronic airway obstruction (CAO) frequently experience marked...

Physical therapists' use of cognitive-behavioral therapy for older adults with chronic pain: a nationwide survey.(Research Report)(Survey)
May 1, 2009... Chronic pain is a highly prevalent and often disabling condition among older adults. (1-3) Prior research has demonstrated strong associations between chronic pain and substantial morbidity, including depression and functional disability, (4-8)...

Rapid and long-term adaptations in gait symmetry following unilateral step training in people with hemiparesis.(Research Report)(Report)
May 1, 2009... Despite substantial recovery of independent ambulation in individuals following unilateral stroke, persistent gait abnormalities are observed in a large percentage of these individuals and are a priority for rehabilitation interventions. (1,2)...

The Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest) to differentiate balance deficits.(Research Report)
May 1, 2009... Balance deficits are one of the most common problems treated by physical therapists. Therapists need to identify who has a balance problem and then decide the best approach to rehabilitation. Current standardized clinical balance assessment...

Neuroprosthesis peroneal functional electrical stimulation in the acute inpatient rehabilitation setting: a case series.(Report)(Brief article)
May 1, 2009... Studies have suggested that peroneal nerve functional electrical stimulation (peroneal FES) during walking increases gait speed and facilitates normal tibialis anterior muscle electromyographic (EMG) activity among people with stroke. (1-5)...

On "Ilial anterior rotation ..." Vaughn HT, Nitsch W. Phys Ther. 2008;88:1578-1590.(Letters to the Editor)(Report)
May 1, 2009... I was surprised by the content of the article by Vaughn and Nitsch (1) and the inductive and often contradictory logic used throughout the case report. The current evidence-based literature on low back pain is leaning heavily toward a...

Celebrating 30 years of research success.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(Brief article)
May 1, 2009... This year, the Foundation for Physical Therapy celebrates 30 years of advancing physical therapy through research, doctoral scholarships, and fellowships. This timeline lists just a few of the many highlights as the Foundation funding programs...

Nominations for Scientific Review Committee.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2009... 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...

Applications opening for 2009 Florence P Kendall doctoral scholarships and 2010 research grant opportunities.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)
May 1, 2009... Applications for the Foundation for Physical Therapy's 2009 Florence P Kendall doctoral scholarships and 2010 research grants will be opening shortly. Go to www.Foundation for PhysicalTherapy.org, and click on "Program Information" to obtain...

Foundation Dinner Dance at PT 2009--celebrating 30 years of research.(News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy)(physical therapy)(Brief article)
May 1, 2009... Join the Celebration on June 11 during APTA's Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. Individual tickets are $150 ($100 for students). Tables of 8 are $1,600 and include a listing of your name, company, or organization in the program. Contact...

Balance Platform.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... Bailey Manufacturing Co [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bailey introduces the Multi Exercise Balance Platform No. 3100, featuring adjustable height with handrails to provide stability when used with either balance or lower-extremity...

Positioning bar.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... Sammons Preston [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,...

Air pillow.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Back Vitalizer is a 16 in x 12 in, fully adjustable, air-filled pillow with multiple uses. With the user seated on the pillow, it helps activate the deep stabilizing muscles attached to the spine, or can...

Equipment repair.(Product News)(Health Equipment Services)(Brief article)
May 1, 2009... Health Equipment Services [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HES specializes in the repair of most shippable modalities from major manufacturers and is an authorized service center for Chattanooga, Excel, and Mettler, providing under-warranty...

Lower back and neck rehabilitation.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... The Hygenic Corp [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hygenic announces the TheraBand Lower Back Rehab Kit and the Thera-Band Neck/Cervical Rehab Kit as solutions for patient home exercise programs. Each kit includes Thera-Band resistance exercise...

Weight control and nutrition.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... PrePak Products Inc. PrePak offers a free Internet technology, NutriMirrorREFLECTION, that provides measured feedback and guidance for successfully managing the behaviors that determine body weight and nutritional balance. NutriMirror is...

Pilates and yoga wedge.(Product News)(Brief article)
May 1, 2009... OPTP [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This exercise prop can be used in several ways for added comfort and to allevate overstretching or pressure on the joints. Patients and clients can use the wedge under heels, knees, or "sit bones" in...

Therapy pools.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... SwimEx [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SwimEx offers 9 aquatic therapy pools with lengths rang-hag from 8 to 18 feet and widths from 6.5 to 10 feet. The multi-piece 1000-T, 700-T, 600-T, 500-T, and 470-T models are designed for installation in...

Gel bottle warmers.(Product News)
May 1, 2009... Parker Laboratories Inc [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Parker offers 2 Thermasonic Gel Warmers: a single-bottle gel warmer and a newly designed 3-bottle gel warmer. The warmers allow couplants to be applied at body temperature, promoting...