Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Inger Ekman, Zahra Ebrahimi, Patricia Olaya Contreras
Summary: An interdisciplinary group in Sweden established the University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-Centred Care (GPCC) to study person-centred care (PCC) in long-term illness, with a focus on three 'simple routines'. This position paper was accepted for publication in EJCN, and this review aims to present how PCC has been used in research and published in EJCN over the past five years, along with clinical implications and suggestions for future research in PCC.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Christelle Nguyen, Isabelle Boutron, Alexandra Roren, Philippe Anract, Johann Beaudreuil, David Biau, Stephane Boisgard, Camille Daste, Isabelle Durand-Zaleski, Benedicte Eschalier, Charlotte Gil, Marie-Martine Lefevre-Colau, Remy Nizard, Elodie Perrodeau, Hasina Rabetrano, Pascal Richette, Katherine Sanchez, Jordan Zalc, Emmanuel Coudeyre, Francois Rannou
Summary: This study compared the effects of multidisciplinary prehabilitation and usual care on functional independence and activity limitations in patients undergoing total knee replacement surgery for osteoarthritis. The results showed that multidisciplinary prehabilitation did not improve short-term functional independence or reduce activity limitations in the midterm after surgery.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Apostolos Z. Skouras, Dimitrios Antonakis-Karamintzas, Charilaos Tsolakis, Argirios E. Tsantes, Georgia Kourlaba, Ioannis Zafeiris, Fotini Soucacos, Georgios Papagiannis, Athanasios Triantafyllou, Dimitra Houhoula, Olga Savvidou, Panagiotis Koulouvaris
Summary: Hip fractures are a major health concern, especially for older adults, with negative impacts on quality of life, mobility, and mortality. This study aims to investigate the short-term benefits of a supervised preoperative aerobic moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) program and the added effect of an 8-week postoperative MIIT aerobic exercise program. The study also aims to explore the amelioration of surgical outcomes and hemostatic balance through exercise.
Article
Rehabilitation
Nicola M. Kayes, Christina Papadimitriou
Summary: This article aims to reflect on challenges to the practice of person-centred rehabilitation and proposes opportunities for its development. Although person-centred practice is widely recognized and considered important in rehabilitation, the rhetoric of this approach does not always translate into meaningful practice. System, organisational, and professional factors compete with person-centred rehabilitation. Four key recommendations are proposed for the development of person-centred rehabilitation, including developing a principles-based approach, moving away from the dichotomy of person-centred rehabilitation, building person-centred cultures of care, and learning from diverse perspectives.
CLINICAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Clare Killingback, Carol Clark, Angela Green
Summary: This study investigated the experiences of a service user in physiotherapy encounters over time, highlighting the role of time, personal and social factors, and the influence of environment. The results underscore the importance for physiotherapists and healthcare providers to consider their impact on user experiences, and the necessity for early philosophy development and reflection in the training of pre-registration physiotherapy students.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Editorial Material
Orthopedics
Scott D. Tagliaferri, Patrick J. Owen, Clint T. Miller, Ulrike H. Mitchell, Katja Ehrenbrusthoff, Daniel L. Belavy
Summary: Low back pain classification systems have limited effects on pain intensity and disability, potentially due to a failure to assess multidimensional factors, reliance on clinician judgement, low accessibility, and poor classification reliability. Overcoming these limitations is critical to determine the efficacy of classification systems.
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC & SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Daniel A. Shipton, Amy M. Dennett, Alesha M. Sayner, Clarice Y. Tang
Summary: This study aimed to identify and describe physiotherapy service provision for cancer survivors in Australia and the scope of these services. The results showed that designated physiotherapy services for cancer survivors are limited in Australia, with disparities between metropolitan and regional/rural areas. There is a need for increased resources to establish oncology physiotherapy services.
ASIA-PACIFIC JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Helen Carruthers, David Derry, Felicity Astin
Summary: This study examines the experiences and interpretations of physiotherapists delivering person-centred rehabilitation in Intensive Care. The findings suggest that physiotherapists strive to develop a partnership with their patients by connecting on a human level and addressing their biopsychosocial needs, thus promoting person-centred care.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Orla McCourt, Abigail Fisher, Joanne Land, Gita Ramdharry, Anna L. Roberts, Georgios Bekris, Kwee Yong
Summary: This study explored the experiences of participation in cancer rehabilitation research during active cancer treatment through qualitative semi-structured interviews. The findings revealed that participants were motivated by both altruistic and personal gain reasons. Furthermore, disparities in experience of recovery and the impact of the intervention on participants were observed.
Article
Oncology
Orla McCourt, Abigail Fisher, Gita Ramdharry, Joanne Land, Anna L. Roberts, Neil Rabin, Kwee Yong
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the feasibility of a physiotherapist-led exercise intervention during the autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT) pathway for myeloma patients in the UK. The results showed that exercise intervention before, during, and after ASCT can improve patients' quality of life, fatigue levels, and functional capacity.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Javier Courel-Ibanez, Fernando Estevez-Lopez, Ciara Hughes, Nicola Adams, Brona M. Fullen, Gareth Davison, Ashley Montgomery, Fiona Cramp, Cristina Maestre, Denis Martin, Joseph G. McVeigh
Summary: The study aimed to establish proof of concept for a prehabilitation intervention in people with fibromyalgia (FM), which combined education and behavioural change preceding a physical activity programme. Results showed that this intervention was feasible and acceptable to individuals with FM.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Sara Bernini, Elena Ballante, Federico Fassio, Silvia Panzarasa, Silvana Quaglini, Chiara Riccietti, Alfredo Costa, Stefano F. Cappa, Cristina Tassorelli, Tomaso Vecchi, Sara Bottiroli
Summary: The study aimed to identify factors influencing preference for either cognitive telerehabilitation (TR) or in-person cognitive training (CT) programs in older adults with risk of dementia or early cognitive impairment. The results suggest that socio-demographic characteristics and lifestyle habits play a significant role in influencing treatment preferences.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Maria Belen Martin-Sanz, Rosa Maria Salazar-de-la-Guerra, Juan Nicolas Cuenca-Zaldivar, Maria Salcedo-Perez-Juana, Cristina Garcia-Bravo, Domingo Palacios-Cena
Summary: This study aims to describe the perspectives and perceived barriers and enablers of individuals with stroke regarding the person-centred care (PCC) model in stroke rehabilitation. The findings highlight the importance of recognizing the individual behind the patient label, prioritizing their preferences and expectations, and providing training for healthcare professionals to implement PCC.
ANNALS OF MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Orthopedics
Wilhelmus Johannes Andreas Grooten, Carina Bostrom, Asa Dedering, Marie Halvorsen, Roman P. Kuster, Lena Nilsson-Wikmar, Christina B. Olsson, Graciela Rovner, Elena Tseli, Eva Rasmussen-Barr
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of different types of common exercise used in chronic low back pain (CLBP) on pain and disability. The study found that the effects of various exercise types on pain and disability varied, but there were no major differences between exercise types. Many of the included systematic reviews had low-to-moderate quality and were based on randomized controlled trials with high risk of bias. The conflicting results undermine the certainty of the findings, leading to very low-to-moderate quality of evidence for the results. Future systematic reviews should focus on improving quality to minimize resource waste.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Review
Biology
Boon Chong Kwok, Justin Xuan Li Lim, Pui Wah Kong
Summary: Exercise is crucial in aiding the rehabilitation of individuals with chronic low back pain. Clinical Pilates, a combination of two effective exercise methods, shows potential in achieving faster recovery for individuals, but lacks sufficient research to support its clinical translation.
Article
Rehabilitation
T. Mol, C. A. M. van Bennekom, E. W. M. Scholten, J. M. A. Visser-Meily, H. Beckerman, P. E. C. A. Passier, R. J. E. M. Smeets, H. R. Schiphorst Preuper, M. W. M. Post
Summary: The purpose of this study was to develop and explore the dimensions and psychometric features of the Self-Regulation Assessment (SeRA), and to examine its associations with disability-management self-efficacy, type of diagnosis, and type of rehabilitation. The results showed that the SeRA consisted of four components and exhibited small differences between different diagnostic groups. Further research is needed to establish the validity and reliability of the SeRA.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ute Jesberg, Annelie Gutke
Summary: This study aimed to translate the German Pelvic Floor Questionnaire for pregnant and postpartum women into Swedish and test its validity and reliability in a Swedish population. The Swedish version of the questionnaire showed good face and content validity, as well as adequate internal consistency and discriminant validity.
INTERNATIONAL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Orthopedics
A. J. A. Koke, C. H. G. Bastiaenen, J. Kleijnen, I. Telgenkamp, R. J. E. M. Smeets, L. W. M. E. Beckers
Summary: This mapping review examined the measurement properties of frequently used tools in Dutch pain rehabilitation practice for chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) patients. The findings revealed significant knowledge gaps in both original and translated versions, with a focus on validity. The Pain Disability Index, Pain Catastrophizing Scale, and the 12-Item Short Form Health Survey were the most studied measurement tools, while there were no results available for the Checklist Individual Strength, Illness Perception Questionnaire, and Utrecht Coping List. Caution should be exercised in the use and interpretation of PROMs in daily practice.
JOURNAL OF BACK AND MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION
(2023)
Review
Anesthesiology
Sophie Vervullens, Lotte Meert, Mira Meeus, Isabel Baert, Christiaan H. W. Heusdens, Cleo Caethoven, Nina Charpentier, Amber Vervliet, Rob J. E. M. Smeets
Summary: Surgery is often recommended for musculoskeletal pain conditions when conservative treatment fails, but a significant number of patients still experience chronic pain after surgery. Previous studies on somatosensory processing system (SPS) signs as predictors for chronic postsurgical pain have yielded inconsistent results. This study aimed to summarize research on the evolution of SPS signs after nociceptive targeted surgery in musculoskeletal disorders and identify predictors for this evolution. The analysis of 21 studies showed no consistent evolution of SPS signs between preoperative and postoperative values, and the predictors for this evolution in musculoskeletal disorders were unclear. However, improvement in dynamic quantitative sensory testing (QST) was commonly observed after surgery. Future research should focus on high-quality studies that account for pain improvement and investigate preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative predictors of SPS sign evolution.
Article
Orthopedics
Lieke Brauers, Rob Smeets, Peter Feys, Andrew M. Gordon, Yvonne Janssen-Potten, Els Ortibus, Hilde Feys, Eugene Rameckers, Katrijn Klingels
Summary: The study aimed to investigate differences in static and dynamic motor fatigability during grip and pinch tasks between children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (USCP) and children with typical development (TD), as well as between preferred and nonpreferred hands. Higher static fatigability was found in USCP group for grip and pinch, both within and between hands. Dynamic motor fatigability showed inconsistent results, with higher levels of fatigability in TD group for grip in nonpreferred hands and in the ratio of number of peaks in preferred hands. The findings suggest that static motor fatigability should be considered in comprehensive upper limb assessments and as a target for individualized interventions.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Martine Verwoerd, Harriet Wittink, Francois Maissan, Sander M. J. van Kuijk, Rob J. E. M. Smeets
Summary: The study aims to identify the predictors of chronic pain development in patients with acute or subacute nonspecific idiopathic, non-traumatic neck pain. These predictors will be used to develop a prognostic prediction model.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Han van Dijk, Albere J. A. Koke, Stefan Elbers, Jurgen Mollema, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, Harriet Wittink
Summary: This scoping review aimed to investigate and map the barriers and facilitators that physiotherapists working in primary care reportedly face when treating patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain from a biopsychosocial perspective. Eight groups of barriers and facilitators were identified, thematically clustered in six themes: knowledge, skills, and attitudes; environmental context and resources; role clarity; confidence; therapeutic alliance; and patient expectations. The results of this review can be used to inform the development of implementation programs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
James E. Eubanks, Cristiane Carlesso, Meenakshi Sundaram, Geronimo Bejarano, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, Richard Skolasky, Maria Vanushkina, Rose Turner, Michael J. Schneider
Summary: This study aimed to identify and describe the interventions used in preoperative programs for spine surgery. The findings suggest that prehabilitation programs are feasible and have the potential to improve physical and psychological outcomes for patients undergoing spine surgery. More studies are needed to determine optimal patient characteristics and intervention strategies.
Article
Rehabilitation
Mellanie Geijen, Caroline Bastiaenen, Andrew Gordon, Rob Smeets, Eugene Rameckers
Summary: The study aims to investigate relevant parameters and their test-retest reliability in the push button task of the TAAC for children with unilateral CP. The results showed moderate to good test-retest reliability for all parameters, with mean peak force and number of successful attempts being the most relevant and functional parameters for clinical practice.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Annika Svahn Ekdahl, Annelie Gutke, Monika Fagevik Olsen, Kaisa Mannerkorpi
Summary: Pregnant women with pelvic girdle pain delay seeking physical therapy until their situation becomes unmanageable and they express needs and expectations for professional management and advice tailored to their individual situation. PGP has a significant impact on their everyday life and they seek help from a physical therapist who can see them as individuals and provide appropriate advice.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Abner Sergooris, Jonas Verbrugghe, Liesbet De Baets, Mira Meeus, Nathalie Roussel, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, Katleen Bogaerts, Annick Timmermans
Summary: This systematic review examined the association between contextual factors and outcomes in the activity and participation domain after total hip arthroplasty (THA). The study found a consistent negative association between anxiety and activities and participation after THA, while the associations with other contextual factors were inconclusive.
ANNALS OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Sophie Vervullens, Lotte Meert, Isabel Baert, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, Peter Verdonk, Frank Rahusen, Mira Meeus
Summary: This study analyzed whether non-surgical, non-pharmacological prehabilitation in patients with knee osteoarthritis awaiting total knee arthroplasty was stratified based on clinical phenotypes or specific individual characteristics and summarized and compared the long-term effects of stratified and non-stratified care on pain, satisfaction, function, and quality of life. The study found that stratified prehabilitation targeting specific clinical phenotypes had a positive impact on function at 6 months, while stratified prehabilitation targeting specific individual characteristics had a positive impact on satisfaction. Non-stratified prehabilitation had positive effects on pain and function.
ANNALS OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Fredrick Zmudzki, Rob J. E. M. Smeets
Summary: Chronic musculoskeletal pain affects approximately 20% of the global population, leading to pain, fatigue, restricted social and employment capacity, and reduced quality of life for patients. Interdisciplinary multimodal pain treatment programs have shown positive outcomes by helping patients modify their behavior, improve pain management, and focus on specific patient valued goals rather than fighting pain.
FRONTIERS IN PAIN RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Tanja I. Mol, Eline W. M. Scholten, Coen A. M. Van Bennekom, Johanna M. A. Visser, Michiel F. Reneman, Vincent De Groot, Meijer Jan-Willem G, Rob J. E. M. Smeets, M. Marcel W. M. Post
Summary: This study aimed to explore the associations between self-regulation, participation, and health-related quality of life in a diverse group of rehabilitation patients. The results showed that self-regulation was more strongly associated with satisfaction with participation and mental health, compared to restrictions in participation and physical health.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Nora Bakaa, Douglas P. Gross, Lisa C. Carlesso, Joy MacDermid, Kenneth Thomas, Florence Slomp, Alison Rushton, Maxi Miciak, Rob Smeets, Raja Rampersaud, Andrew Nataraj, Brian Drew, Pahuta Markian, Daipayan Guha, Aleks Cenic, Luciana Macedo
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the feasibility of an eHealth prehabilitation program for individuals undergoing spinal stenosis surgery and explore the perioperative patient experience and recovery trajectory through qualitative research.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PAIN-REVUE CANADIENNE DE LA DOULEUR
(2022)