Article
Clinical Neurology
Benjamin Nham, Chao Wang, Nicole Reid, Zeljka Calic, Belinda Y. C. Kwok, Deborah A. A. Black, Andrew Bradshaw, GMichael Halmagyi, Miriam S. S. Welgampola
Summary: Quantitative vestibular tests were used to differentiate posterior-circulation stroke (PCS) from vestibular neuritis (VN). By conducting various tests such as video-nystagmography, three-dimensional video head-impulse testing, vestibular-evoked myogenic potentials, and subjective visual-horizontal test, indicators that can distinguish between the two diseases were identified, which could improve diagnostic accuracy in the emergency room.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Jacob J. Capin, Michael J. Bade, Jason M. Jennings, Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Jennifer E. Stevens-Lapsley
Summary: This perspective emphasizes the importance of evaluating outcomes after total knee arthroplasty by focusing on muscle strength and performance-based functional tests in addition to knee range of motion and patient-reported outcomes. Research suggests that muscle strength is crucial for functional recovery, and early rehabilitation targeting quadriceps muscle strengthening can improve outcomes.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ming Li, Yangming Leng, Bo Liu
Summary: Vestibular manifestations in patients with enlarged vestibular aqueduct (EVA) can include reduced caloric response and normal horizontal vHIT. The pattern of angular VOR impairment observed in EVA patients with vertigo is similar to that found in other hydropic ear diseases, with diminished caloric responses and normal vHIT being common.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Berenice Hatat, Romain Boularand, Claire Bringuier, Nicolas Chanut, Christian Chabbert, Brahim Tighilet
Summary: This study tested the antivertigo potential of Acacetin and Fluoxetine in TTA vestibulo-injured rats, and results showed that these compounds did not significantly improve posture and locomotor balance deficits in these animals.
Article
Orthopedics
Pamela M. Dunlap, Patrick J. Sparto, Gregory F. Marchetti, Joseph M. Furman, Jeffrey P. Staab, Anthony Delitto, Brooke N. Klatt, Susan L. Whitney
Summary: This study identified an association between fear-avoidance beliefs and disability in people with vestibular disorders at 3 months, while controlling for demographic and clinical characteristics. Fear-avoidance beliefs were predictive of activity limitations and participation restrictions at 3 months, suggesting the importance of assessing and addressing these beliefs in order to identify individuals at greater risk of disability after a vestibular disorder.
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Erasmo Galeno, Edoardo Pullano, Firas Mourad, Giovanni Galeoto, Francesco Frontani
Summary: Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) affects around 740 cases per 100,000 people. Impairments related to mTBI include vertigo, dizziness, balance, gait disorders, double or blurry vision, and others. The efficacy of vestibular rehabilitation (VR) in reducing these symptoms in the acute or chronic phase and the optimal dosage is unclear.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Birgul Balci, Gulden Akdal
Summary: This study investigated the effects of an individualized vestibular rehabilitation program on balance, gait performance, and self-perceived handicap in vestibular migraine patients with associated anxiety. The findings showed that vestibular exercises improved balance and gait performance and reduced self-perceived handicap, even in patients with anxiety complaints. Therefore, vestibular rehabilitation should be included in the treatment of vestibular migraine patients with both high and low anxiety levels to improve vestibular function.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Mary M. Vargo
Summary: This review examines the current measurement tools used in cancer rehabilitation, with a focus on evaluating function. The SF-36 and EORTC-QLQ-C30 are commonly used patient-reported outcome measures in cancer rehabilitation research. Newer tools such as PROMIS and AMPAC, which incorporate item response theory and offer options for computer-assisted or short form administration, are increasingly being used, particularly PROMIS Physical Function SF and PROMIS Cancer Function Brief 3D. Objective measures of function in cancer patients are also important. The utilization of clinically feasible tools for screening and monitoring rehabilitation treatment efficacy is crucial for further research and improved clinical care for cancer patients and survivors.
CURRENT ONCOLOGY REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kirsten Quadflieg, Ana Machado, Sarah Haesevoets, Marc Daenen, Michiel Thomeer, David Ruttens, Martijn A. Spruit, Chris Burtin
Summary: Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) have a negative impact on patients' health status, including physical function and patient-reported outcomes. This study aimed to explore the associations between physical tests and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in hospitalized patients for an AECOPD. The results showed that during a severe AECOPD, physical tests are generally poorly related to PROMs, indicating the need for a comprehensive assessment in these patients to understand their health status.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Wei Liu, Cheng-Li Pan, Xi-chun Wang, Shuang Sun
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the clinical effect of vestibular rehabilitation on benign paroxysmal positional vertigo through searching relevant trials and conducting meta-analysis to summarize the latest evidence on the treatment effectiveness of VR for patients with BPPV.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Chih-Chung Chen, Ting-Yi Lee, Hsun-Hua Lee, Yu-Hung Kuo, Anand K. Bery, Tzu-Pu Chang
Summary: This retrospective study analyzed the long-term treatment outcome of vestibular paroxysmia (VP) in 29 patients. The study found that low-dose oxcarbazepine monotherapy was effective for VP over the long term, with about 20% of patients experiencing long-term remission off medication.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Fabiane de Castro Vaz, Leonardo Petrus, Wagner Rodrigues Martins, Isabella Monteiro de Castro Silva, Jade Arielly Oliveira Lima, Nycolle Margarida da Silva Santos, Natalia Turri-Silva, Fayez Bahmad Jr
Summary: This study analyzes the effects of cochlear implant surgery on postural stability in adult patients through multiple vestibular function tests. The findings show that vestibular alterations and balance disorders are the most common complications caused by cochlear implant placement. VEMP and caloric test are the most commonly used tests to assess vestibular function.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Pediatrics
Jingqiong Zheng, Lingyan Yu, Wenhui Hu, Yijian Yu
Summary: This study conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate the therapeutic effect of endoscopic sinus surgery on pediatric patients with chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. The results showed that endoscopic sinus surgery was effective in reducing postoperative recurrence and pain, and was considered a safe treatment option.
TRANSLATIONAL PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Regan G. Harrell, Michael C. Schubert, Sara Oxborough, Susan L. Whitney
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, physical therapists in the United States shifted to providing telehealth for patients with vestibular disorders. A survey of physical therapists revealed that more than 80% agreed that telehealth was an effective platform for vestibular physical therapy. Common vestibular diagnoses, including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and vestibular neuritis, were found to be comfortable to treat via telehealth. However, barriers such as testing balance without a caregiver present and providing written home exercise programs were reported by physical therapists.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Ahmet Koc, Elvan Cevizci Akkilic
Summary: This study assessed the effect of Vestibular Rehabilitation (VR) on patients with Vestibular Migraine (VM) and compared the results with patients with vestibular disorders without migraine. The findings showed that VR significantly improved vestibular symptoms and quality of life in VM patients.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Rebecca A. Aslakson, Christopher E. Cox, Judith G. Baggs, J. Randall Curtis
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Adela Wu, Gabriela Ruiz Colon, Rebecca Aslakson, Erqi L. Pollom, Chirag B. Patel
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Bonnie O. Wong, Rebecca Aslakson, Laura M. Holdsworth, Rachel Siden, Holly Tabor, Mae-Richelle Verano, Lidia Schapira
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Adela Wu, Gabriela Ruiz Colon, Rebecca Aslakson, Erqi Pollom, Chirag B. Patel
Summary: Glioblastoma is the most common primary brain malignancy in adults, with a devastating prognosis despite standard treatments. Advance care planning and palliative care are critical for these patients, yet many do not pursue it or have access to these services. More focused and high-quality studies on end-of-life care are needed to address gaps in palliative care resource utilization for glioblastoma patients.
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Critical Care Medicine
Victoria Metaxa, Despina Anagnostou, Savvas Vlachos, Nishkantha Arulkumaran, Sherihane Bensemmane, Ingeborg van Dusseldorp, Rebecca A. Aslakson, Judy E. Davidson, Rik T. Gerritsen, Christiane Hartog, J. Randall Curtis
INTENSIVE CARE MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
May Hua, Hannah Wunsch, Rebecca A. Aslakson
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Karleen F. Giannitrapani, Marzena Sasnal, Matthew Mccaa, Adela Wu, Arden M. Morris, Natalie B. Connell, Rebecca A. Aslakson, Yael Schenker, Scott Shreve, Karl A. Lorenz
Summary: This study identifies four strategies to improve palliative care integration and goals of care conversations in the perioperative period for seriously ill Veterans, including building collaborative relationships, establishing risk assessment processes, involving both PC providers and surgeons at the appropriate time, and providing sufficient resources for interdisciplinary care sharing.
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Anesthesiology
Abigail Wang, Tara Ramaswamy, Rebecca A. Aslakson
ANESTHESIA AND ANALGESIA
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Health Care Sciences & Services
Karleen Giannitrapani, Matthew Mccaa, Marzena Sasnal, Arden Morris, Rebecca Aslakson, Scott T. Shreve, Lorenz Karl
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Health Care Sciences & Services
Karl Lorenz, Rebecca Aslakson, Ariadna Garcia, Derek Boothroyd, Arden Morris, Shipra Arya, Karleen Giannitrapani, Scott Shreve
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rachel Siden, Laura Holdsworth, Bonnie Wong, Mae Verano, Holly Tabor, Rebecca Aslakson
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Health Care Sciences & Services
Laura Holdsworth, Rachel Siden, Bonnie Wong, Mae Verano, Holly Tabor, Rebecca Aslakson
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rebecca Aslakson, Rachel Siden, Mae Verano, Laura Holdsworth, Nathaniel Braun, Holly Tabor, Bonnie Wong, Kathryn Colborn, Shelby Smith, Isaac Lira, Caroline Hallahan, Richard Nudotor, Amn Siddiqi, Elizabeth Harris, Kemba Days-Yancey, Shelley Fuld Nasso, Elizabeth Rickerson, Bridget Fahy, Brittany Waterman, Fabian Johnston, Thomas Smith, Lidia Schapira
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Critical Care Medicine
Jason Leong, Jai Madhok, Melissa Vogelsong, Rebecca Aslakson
CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Danetta Hendricks Sloan, Tamryn F. Gray, Darriel Harris, Theodora Peters, Anne Belcher, Rebecca Aslakson, Janice Bowie
Summary: The study highlights the important role of African American churches in ACP and end-of-life care, emphasizing the positive impact of involving churches in ACP and EOLC training on facilitating planning and care for congregants during illness, dying, and death.
PALLIATIVE & SUPPORTIVE CARE
(2021)