Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sandra Alcaraz-Clariana, Lourdes Garcia-Luque, Juan Luis Garrido-Castro, Cesar Fernandez-de-las-Penas, Cristina Carmona-Perez, Daiana Priscila Rodrigues-de-Souza, Francisco Alburquerque-Sendin
Summary: This study aimed to identify potential differences in muscle mechanical properties and spinal range of motion between patients with acute low back pain or acute neck pain and healthy controls. The results showed that cervical tone was higher in patients with acute neck pain than in controls, while cervical flexion was reduced in both spinal pain groups. Lumbar flexion differentiated patients with acute low back pain and controls, whereas cervical flexion differentiated patients with acute neck pain and controls. The study supports a tendency of the affectation of other spinal regions when only one is affected.
Article
Oncology
Diana D. Shi, Tracy A. Balboni, Monica S. Krishnan, Alexander Spektor, Mai Anh Huynh, Ron Y. Shiloh, Sonia Skamene, Cierra Zaslowe-Dude, Lauren M. Hertan
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the accuracy of pain improvement assessed by the 0-10 pain scale compared to patients' perceived improvement in pain, revealing that up to half of patients reported pain improvement substantially different from the calculated value. Qualitative analysis identified five themes in pain assessment.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Biology
Jacobo Rodriguez-Sanz, Miguel Malo-Urries, Maria Orosia Lucha-Lopez, Jaime Corral-de-Toro, Vanessa Gonzalez-Rueda, Carlos Lopez-de-Celis, Albert Perez-Bellmunt, Cesar Hidalgo-Garcia
Summary: This study compares the effectiveness of manual therapy techniques with exercise therapy in patients with chronic neck pain and mobility deficits in the upper cervical spine. The results show that the manual therapy and exercise group had significant improvements in upper cervical flexion, flexion-rotation test, and pain intensity after intervention.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Karthik Somasundaram, Joseph F. Cusick, Narayan Yoganandan, Frank A. Pintar
Summary: This study evaluated the kinematic differences between normal and degenerated cervical spine specimens, and found that the degenerated group had larger angular rotation and displacement in the extension mode. These findings can potentially assist in the early detection of cervical spine degeneration.
CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rene Lindstrom, Alexander Breen, Ning Qu, Alister du Rose, Victoria Blogg Andersen, Alan Breen
Summary: This study used fluoroscopy to quantify intervertebral motor control in the cervical spine, with results showing the least control and highest variability at the C1-2 level. Further research on neck pain patients is warranted.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ibrahim M. Moustafa, Tamer Shousha, Ashokan Arumugam, Deed E. Harrison
Summary: This study investigated whether thoracic kyphosis is associated with neck pain, neck disability, and sensorimotor control measures in patients with chronic non-specific neck pain. Participants with hyper-kyphosis were compared to those with normal kyphosis. The results showed that participants with hyper-kyphosis had greater neck disability and abnormal sensorimotor control and autonomic nervous system function compared to those with normal kyphosis.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Clinton J. Devin, Anthony L. Asher, Mohammed Ali Alvi, Yagiz U. Yolcu, Panagiotis Kerezoudis, Christopher I. Shaffrey, Erica F. Bisson, John J. Knightly, Praveen V. Mummaneni, Kevin T. Foley, Mohamad Bydon
Summary: The impact of predominant neck pain on patient satisfaction and outcomes after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery was found to be significantly worse compared to patients with predominant arm pain or equal neck and arm pain. However, all three groups showed similar outcomes in terms of return to work after multivariable analysis. The study suggests that predominant pain location, especially neck pain, could be a significant factor in determining functional outcomes and patient satisfaction post-ACDF surgery for degenerative spine disease.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY-SPINE
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Diana Moghaddas, Suzi Edwards, Suzanne J. Snodgrass
Summary: This study analyzed the differences in neck kinematics during functional tasks in individuals with chronic neck pain. The results showed that participants with neck pain maintained a more flexed neck posture, had less sagittal range of motion, and had higher velocity peaks when reaching to the left and right and putting on a seatbelt.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Carina F. Pinheiro, Anamaria S. Oliveira, Tenysson Will-Lemos, Lidiane L. Florencio, Cesar Fernandez-de-las-Penas, Fabiola Dach, Debora Bevilaqua-Grossi
Summary: Episodic and chronic migraines were associated with reduced total range of motion and mean angular velocity of neck movements, while muscle activity during active neck movements did not show significant differences. Neck disability and kinesiophobia were weakly correlated with cervical movement parameters.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Anna L. Falkowski, Balazs K. Kovacs, Robyn M. Benz, Patrick Tobler, Stephan Schoen, Bram Stieltjes, Anna Hirschmann
Summary: The lumbar neuroforamen size decreases in the upright weight-bearing position compared to the supine position, correlating with a decrease in intervertebral disc height. Image quality is superior with CT compared to 3D tomography, particularly in nerve root delineation.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Morsi Khashan, Jesus de Santiago, Itai Pardo, Gilad Regev, Dror Ophir, Khalil Salame, Zvi Lidar, Silviu Brill, Uri Hochberg
Summary: This study evaluated the outcomes of retro-laminar cervical blocks (RLCB) in patients with cervical radiculopathy. The results showed that RLCB could be an alternative to cervical epidural steroid injections (ESI) and decompressive surgery, as it provided significant pain reduction and improved functional outcomes for most patients.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Yasushi Oshima, Kosei Nagata, Hideki Nakamoto, Ryuji Sakamoto, Yujiro Takeshita, Nozomu Ohtomo, Naohiro Kawamura, Masaaki Iizuka, Takashi Ono, Koji Nakajima, Akiro Higashikawa, Takahiko Yoshimoto, Tomoko Fujii, Sakae Tanaka, Hiroyuki Oka, Ko Matsudaira
Summary: The Japanese version of the COMI-Neck is valid and reliable for Japanese-speaking patients with cervical spinal disorders. The COMI summary score showed no floor or ceiling effects preoperatively or postoperatively. Each of the COMI domains and the COMI summary score correlated well with the scores of the reference questionnaires.
EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Ivo J. Lutke Schipholt, Gwendolyne G. M. Scholten-Peeters, Meghan A. Koop, Petra Bonnet, Hetty J. Bontkes, Michel W. Coppieters
Summary: The study found differences in systemic neuroimmune responses between people with neck pain and healthy individuals, with higher levels of inflammatory markers in those with non-specific neck pain and cervical radiculopathy. Additionally, significant associations were observed with clinical, psychological, and lifestyle factors.
FRONTIERS IN MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Tatiana Grasser, Amabile Borges Dario, Patricia Carmo Silva Parreira, Igor Macedo Tavares Correia, Ney Meziat-Filho
Summary: A scoping review found that there is a lack of consensus concerning the definitions of text neck in the academic literature. Posture was identified as the defining characteristic, with adjectives qualifying incorrect posture. Other components of the definitions included overuse, mechanical stress or tensions, musculoskeletal symptoms, and tissue damage. However, there is no scientific evidence linking text neck with neck pain regardless of the definition used, suggesting that adjectives like inappropriate or incorrect should be avoided.
EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Marina Nusser, Sebastian Knapp, Michael Kramer, Gert Krischak
Summary: The results of this study suggest that neck-specific sensorimotor training using virtual reality may have better effects on improving neck pain and range of motion compared to general sensorimotor training or non-specific training. In particular, the improvement in cervical extension was more significant with virtual reality-based training.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Roberta Vella Azzopardi, Ingo Beyer, Kaat De Raedemaeker, Ina Foulon, Sofie Vermeiren, Mirko Petrovic, Nele van den Noortgate, Ivan Bautmans, Ellen Gorus
Summary: This study examined cognitive differences between hearing-aid users and non-users, finding that the association between auditory impairments and cognition is more pronounced in non-users. Additionally, male non-users showed a significant association between hearing impairment and global cognition, processing speed, and selective and alternating attention. There were also significant differences in the correlation between overall cognition and hearing impairment between hearing-aid users and non-users.
AGING & MENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Ina Foulon, Dylen Philips, Elke Lichtert, Ronald Buyl, Vedat Topsakal, Frans Gordts
Summary: This retrospective study aimed to investigate the optimal age and prognostic factors for myringoplasty in children. The results showed that age was not a significant prognostic factor, but the size of the perforation had an impact on the outcome. The study suggested using a different technique for large perforations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Renske Peters, Maarten Schmitt, Bert Mutsaers, Ronald Buyl, Arianne Verhagen, Annelies Pool-Goudzwaard, Bart Koes
Summary: This study compares the prevalence rates of serious and non-serious adverse events after manipulation and mobilization and identifies risk factors for these events in patients with neck pain undergoing different manual therapy treatments. The results indicate that non-serious adverse events are common after manual therapy treatments and are associated with factors such as sex, smoking, and comorbidity.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Anesthesiology
Eva Huysmans, Lisa Goudman, Wouter Van Bogaert, Jo Nijs, Koen Putman, Maarten Moens, Ronald Buyl, Kelly Ickmans, Guillermo Garcia Barajas, Josue Fernandez-Carnero, Iris Coppieters
Summary: This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the associations between pain intensity, cognitions, and quantitative sensory testing in patients scheduled for surgery for lumbar radiculopathy. The study found evidence of impaired inhibitory response to nociceptive stimuli and maladaptive pain cognitions in this population. However, there were no significant relationships between electrical detection thresholds and pain cognitions or pain intensity in these patients.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Veerle Knoop, Axelle Costenoble, Aziz Debain, Bert Bravenboer, Bart Jansen, Aldo Scafoglieri, Ivan Bautmans
Summary: This study aimed to explore the predictive value of muscle endurance and fatigue on changes in activities of daily living (ADL) and gait speed in older adults aged 80 and older. The study found that low muscle endurance combined with high self-perceived fatigue can predict changes in ADL after a 1-year follow-up.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Eva Huysmans, Lisa Goudman, Iris Coppieters, Anneleen Malfliet, Wouter Van Bogaert, Jo Nijs, Maarten Moens, Ronald Buyl, Kelly Ickmans, Koen Putman
Summary: This cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between demographics, pain intensity, and cognitions, and healthcare use in individuals undergoing surgery for lumbar radiculopathy. The results showed that healthcare use was associated with variables such as sex, pain catastrophizing, pain magnification, and leg pain intensity.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Anesthesiology
Eva Huysmans, Lisa Goudman, Iris Coppieters, Wouter Van Bogaert, Maarten Moens, Ronald Buyl, Jo Nijs, Adriaan Louw, Tine Logghe, Koen Putman, Kelly Ickmans
Summary: This study compared the effectiveness of perioperative pain neuroscience education (PPNE) and traditional biomedical education (PBE) in patients undergoing lumbar radiculopathy surgery. The results showed that PPNE was more effective than PBE in terms of pain, quality of life, pain cognition, surgical experience, healthcare use, work resumption, and cost-effectiveness.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIA
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jona Van den Broeck, Martine J. Sealy, Carola Brussaard, Jasmijn Kooijman, Harriet Jager-Wittenaar, Aldo Scafoglieri
Summary: There is a strong correlation between muscle quantity and L3 vertebra level, except for cervical levels in patients with esophageal cancer. The other thoracic and lumbar vertebra levels can serve as a proxy to measure muscle quantity and quality in patients with head and neck, esophageal, lung cancer, and melanoma.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Joeri Vermeulen, Maaike Fobelets, Valerie Fleming, Ans Luyben, Lara Stas, Ronald Buyl
Summary: This study aims to explore the views of Belgian midwives on their current and future autonomy. A total of 312 midwives from different regions and professional settings in Belgium participated in an online survey. The majority of respondents believe that they have a high level of autonomy, but desire more autonomy in the future. Additionally, they express a need for recognition and respect from society and other health professionals in maternity care. It is recommended to prioritize efforts in enhancing midwives' autonomy and addressing the need for increased recognition and respect.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Joeri Vermeulen, Ronald Buyl, Ans Luyben, Valerie Fleming, Maaike Fobelets
Summary: This study aimed to explore the views of maternity care stakeholders on the professional autonomy of Belgian midwives. Focus group interviews were conducted with a heterogeneous group of 27 stakeholders. The analysis resulted in five themes, including the importance of education, competence, experience, safe and quality care, and collaboration. Establishing a collaborative framework and implementing interprofessional education are crucial for ensuring safe and quality care while supporting midwives' professional autonomy and professionalisation.
Article
Acoustics
Jona Van den Broeck, Savanah Hereus, Erik Cattrysse, Hubert Raeymaekers, Michel De Maeseneer, Aldo Scafoglieri
Summary: Measuring muscle quantity and quality is important, but ultrasound has limited field of view. This study evaluated the reliability of extended-field-of-view ultrasound for measuring muscle quantity and quality in nine muscles. Results showed good to excellent intra-rater and inter-rater reliability for most muscle measurements.
ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Axelle Costenoble, Veerle Knoop, Aziz Debain, Ivan Bautmans, Sven Van Laere, Siddhartha Lieten, Gina Rossi, Dominique Verte, Ellen Gorus, Patricia De Vriendt, Gerontopole Brussels Study Grp
Summary: This article investigates the importance of everyday activities, social participation, and psychological resilience in predicting frailty state transitions among older adults. The study found that changes in activities of daily living, social participation, and psychological resilience can predict shifts between frailty states over time.
Editorial Material
Nursing
Joeri Vermeulen, Ronald Buyl, Maaike Fobelets
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MIDWIFERY
(2023)
Review
Anatomy & Morphology
Aldo Scafoglieri, Ellen Wynant, Savanah Hereus, Jona Van den Broeck, Erik Cattrysse
Summary: Upper limb nerve variations can involve the absence of a nerve, an interconnection between two nerves, or a variant course. This review aims to explore the existing literature on these variations and their impact on neurologic diagnosis. A total of 50 articles were included, with two-thirds being cadaver studies and nine being diagnostic studies on symptomatic or healthy individuals. The variations were categorized into those causing different innervation patterns and those related to compression syndromes. Knowledge of these variations is important for accurate diagnosis and examination, as they can mimic classical entrapment syndromes and explain non-classical clinical signs during tests.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MORPHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
E. Van Eetvelde, S. Violon, N. Poortmans, J. Stijns, M. Duinslaeger, M. Vanhoeij, R. Buyl, D. Jacobs-Tulleneers-Thevissen
Summary: This study demonstrates that robotic right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis can be safely implemented without increasing morbidity, although it requires a learning phase with longer procedure times compared to laparoscopy. The conversion rate from laparoscopy to robotic surgery is significantly reduced.
JOURNAL OF ROBOTIC SURGERY
(2023)