Physical Therapy articles from October 2006

Physical Therapy archives from October 2006

Muscle impairments and behavioral factors mediate functional limitations and disability following stroke.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
October 1, 2006... Stroke presents a major public health concern in the United States, with more than 700,000 new or recurrent cases occurring each year. (1) Despite a noteworthy reduction in mortality in the last century, (2) stroke remains the third leading...

Reliability, sensitivity to change, and responsiveness of the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales--Second Edition for children with cerebral palsy.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
October 1, 2006... During the past 20 years, physical therapists have had considerable interest in the development and evaluation of health status outcome measures. (1) Outcome measures are used by researchers and clinicians to assess changes in patients'...

Wrist extensor torque production and discomfort associated with low-frequency and burst-modulated kilohertz-frequency currents.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
October 1, 2006... Although electrical stimulation of nerve and muscle has a long history of use by physical therapists, the use of electrical stimulation for muscle strengthening (increasing the force-generating capacity of a muscle) is a more recent...

Effect of a virtual reality-enhanced exercise protocol after coronary artery bypass grafting.(Research Report)(Clinical report)
October 1, 2006... Research over the past decade has shown that virtual reality (VR)--enhanced programs can be effective in the treatment of patients recovering from brain injury or with psychological disorders. (1-4) Virtual reality technology also can be...

Combined use of repetitive task practice and an assistive robotic device in a patient with subacute stroke.(Case Report)(Case study)
October 1, 2006... Approximately 80% of people with stroke will have some degree of upper-limb involvement. (1) It is not surprising, therefore, to find a large amount of research in recent decades on the rehabilitation of upper-limb impairments in patients with...

Application of combined botulinum toxin type a and modified constraint-induced movement therapy for an individual with chronic upper-extremity spasticity after stroke.(Case Report)(Disease/Disorder overview)
October 1, 2006... Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) has been shown to produce lasting improvements in upper-extremity movement following a stroke. (1-16) The basic components of CIMT involve restraint of the unaffected arm for 90% of the person's waking...

Exercise for women with or at risk for breast cancer-related lymphedema.(Update)(Disease/Disorder overview)
October 1, 2006... Breast cancer accounts for approximately one third of all cancers diagnosed in American women. In 2005, it was estimated that 211,240 women would be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in the United States and 58,490 would be diagnosed with...

Neuroplasticity after spinal cord injury and training: an emerging paradigm shift in rehabilitation and walking recovery.(III STEP Series)
October 1, 2006... The purpose of this perspective is to summarize the evidence supporting an emerging paradigm shift (1) for the rehabilitation of walking after incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI) from compensation for deficits to activity-dependent neural...

Locomotor training in people with Parkinson disease.(III STEP Series)
October 1, 2006... The purpose of this article is to consider the role of the physical therapist in locomotor training for people with idiopathic Parkinson disease (PD), taking into account how therapy can be adapted according to disease progression, medication...

Clinical question: is there evidence that proprioception or balance training can prevent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in athletes without previous ACL injury?(Evidence in Practice)
October 1, 2006... A collegiate-level soccer player was instructed by her coach to incorporate a proprioceptive component into her training program. He suggested that she purchase a balance board and immediately begin a program that he designed. She approached...

On "resting position variables ..." Borstad. Phys Ther. 2006;86(4):549-557.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2006... To the Editor: It was with acute interest that I read John Borstad's recent article. Although the link between postural alignment deviations and musculoskeletal impairment has been suggested, it is indeed critical to support this link with...

Weight-supported treadmill versus over-ground training after spinal cord injury: from a physical therapist's point of view.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2006... To the Editor: In this letter, I would like to address the significance for physical therapy of a recent study by Dobkin et al. (1) This randomized clinical trial investigated the effectiveness of a combination of body-weight-supported...

Initiatives in rehabilitation research.
October 1, 2006... Federal funding of rehabilitation research depends on how much that research is valued, both within the physical therapy profession and among the external groups and individuals who have a stake in the research outcomes. To help advance...

Anatomy and Human Movement: Structure and Function ed 5.(Book review)
October 1, 2006... Anatomy and Human Movement:. Structure and Function, ed 5 Palastanga NP, Field D, Soames R. London, United Kingdom, NW1 7BY, Butterworth Heinemann Inc, 2006, paperback, 717 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-7506-8814-9, $95. This is an effective anatomy...

Pilates for Rehab: A Guidebook to Integrating Pilates in Patient Care.(Book review)
October 1, 2006... Pilates for Rehab: A Guidebook to Integrating Pilates in Patient Care Smith F, Smith K. Minneapolis, MN 55447, OPTP, 2005, spiralbound, 223 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-9764757-8-2, $57.50. Pilates for Rehab targets the professional fitness...

Temporamandibular Disorders: An Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment.(Book review)
October 1, 2006... Temporamandibular Disorders: An Evidence-Based Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment Laskin DM, Greene CS, Hylander WL, eds. Hanover Park, IL 60133, Quintessence Publishing Co Inc, 2006, hardcover, 548 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-86715-447-0, $158....

Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention: A Pocket Handbook.
October 1, 2006... Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention: A Pocket Handbook Dutton M. New York, NY 10121, McGraw-Hill Co, 2005, paperback, 548 pp, illus, ISBN: 0-07-144786-5, $39.95. This pocket handbook is designed to work in partnership with...

Corrections.(Correction notice)
October 1, 2006... "Effects of a Multimodal..." Ince et al. Phys Ther. 2006;85(7):924-935. In the article titled "Effects of a Multimodal Exercise Program for People With Ankylosing Spondylitis" by Ince et al (July 2006), Figures 10 and 11 were mislabeled....

Edelle Field-Fote, PT, PhD.(Foundation Recipients in the News)
October 1, 2006... Edelle Field-Fote, PT, PhD, recipient of a 1994 doctoral student support grant, was recently named chairperson of the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Science Study Section. She is an associate...

Michael C Schubert, PT, PhD.(Foundation Recipients in the News)
October 1, 2006... Michael C Schubert, PT, PhD, recently authored an article based on the findings of his 2005 Foundation-funded research project "Mechanisms of Gaze Stability in Persons With Vestibular Hypofunction." The article "Dynamic Visual Acuity during...

New session.(National Student Conclave Events)
October 1, 2006... A new session titled "The Foundation for Physical Therapy and APTA's Efforts to Maximize Funding for Rehabilitation Research," will be held this year at National Student Conclave in Dallas. Designed to emphasize the importance of rehabilitation...

Pittsburgh-Marquette Challenge.(National Student Conclave Events)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... The Shields-Goldstein session is part of the kickoff for the 2007 Pittsburgh-Marquette Challenge. In its 19th year, the Challenge is a grassroots fundraising effort coordinated and carried out by physical therapy students. The funds raised have...

Clinical Research Network (CRN) update #8: meeting recruitment goals in clinical research--lessons learned (Part Three).(Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants)
October 1, 2006... This month's focus is on the unique recruitment and retention strategies developed by the third project of the CRN, Strengthening and Optimal Movements for Painful Shoulders in Chronic Spinal Cord Injury (STOMPS). STOMPS is evaluating the...

Cane attachment.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Cane Plus Inc Grip 'n Rise, a simple collar attachment for canes, is designed to help patients stand up securely by providing a center of gravity and relieving pressure on the knees. The collar is made from polycarbonate plastic and bears...

Run belt.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Fitness With Joe The patented EZ Run Belt is designed to help patients poststroke immediately improve mobility, balance and control. The belt gives firm foundation and alignment, says the manufacturer, and it prevents hyperextension of the...

Portable biofeedback.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Neurogym Technologies Inc The Neurogym Trainer is a portable, multifaceted biofeedback device designed to help patients relearn motor control and coordination. Using inputs from a variety of sensors to play a video game, targeted muscle...

Wheelchair.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Freedom Designs Inc The TriPod, a manual wheelchair featuring mid-wheel drive, allows the user's hand to fall naturally into place while propelling the chair. The chair features large wheels and a tilting frame that allows the user or...

Tilting table.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Tri W-G Tri W-G's Tilt Table is designed specifically for "expanded capacities" and safely accommodates up to 750 lb, with a 90-degree tilt range, 24-inch-wide foot board, and twin locking, heavy-duty casters for easy mobility. Circle...

Light therapy.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Dynatronics Corp The Dynatron X3TM delivers 3 independent light therapy treatments simultaneously (1 light probe and 2 pads). The physical therapist can choose between 4 Dynatron Solaris Light Probes (combinations of infrared, laser, and...

Sit-to-Stand Trainer.(Product News)
October 1, 2006... Neurogym Technologies Inc The Sit-to-Stand Trainer enables patients to initiate the movement of standing even with weakened or seemingly unsuccessful effort. Through continued training and gradual reduction of the counterweight, a patient...