Article
Clinical Neurology
Peii Chen, Kimberly Hreha, Chris Gonzalez-Snyder, Timothy J. Rich, Robert W. Gillen, Devan Parrott, A. M. Barrett
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the number of prism adaptation treatment (PAT) sessions and improvement in spatial neglect (SN) as well as rehabilitation outcomes. The results showed that a greater number of PAT sessions predicted greater improvement in SN and rehabilitation outcomes. The dosage of PAT had a significant impact on patients' rehabilitation progress.
NEUROREHABILITATION AND NEURAL REPAIR
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Dmitry Esterov, Emily Hines, Alyssa A. Neumann, Kristin C. Mara, Amy L. Weaver
Summary: This population-based study aims to assess the association between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the development of psychiatric disorders among individuals who sustained traumatic brain injury (TBI) before the age of 10. The findings suggest that children who experienced ACEs are at an increased risk of developing mood or anxiety disorders.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Review
Rheumatology
Maarten H. P. Butink, Casper Webers, Suzanne M. M. Verstappen, Louise Falzon, Neil Betteridge, Dieter Wiek, Anthony D. Woolf, Tanja A. Stamm, Gerd R. Burmester, Johannes W. J. Bijlsma, Robin Christensen, Annelies Boonen
Summary: A systematic review found that non-pharmacological interventions have small effects on work participation in people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. The effectiveness of these interventions depends on contextual factors such as disease, population risk status, intervention characteristics, and outcome of interest.
Article
Rehabilitation
Katie Coakley, Laura Friedman, Kaitlyn McLoughlin, Amy Wozniak, Paul Hutchison
Summary: The study describes the function of COVID-19 patients admitted to an acute care hospital early in the pandemic and characterizes the change in function among ICU and non-critical care patients. ICU patients receiving therapy showed a higher likelihood of impaired cognition, strength, and sensation compared to non-ICU patients receiving therapy. Conclusion: COVID-19 patients admitted to the hospital experience significant functional impairments but also demonstrate improvement during their hospitalizations. This study can raise awareness among healthcare providers about the detrimental functional effects of COVID-19 and the potential role of rehabilitation services.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Bilgehan Tekin Dal, Gonca Bumin, Songul Aksoy, Riza Onder Gubatdin
Summary: In this study, it was found that an activity-based home program was more effective at improving home management tasks, occupational tasks, and balance in patients with chronic peripheral vestibular disorders compared to an exercise-based home treatment program. The results were based on a single-blind randomized controlled trial conducted at university dizziness management clinics with participants between 18 and 65 years old. The study used outcome measures such as Visual Analog Scale, Vestibular Disorders Activities of Daily Living Scale, and computerized dynamic posturography before and after the treatment program.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Yuan-yi Wang, Jin Cheng, Ya-dong Liu, Yi-peng Wang, Qi-wei Yang, Nan Zhou
Summary: Neurological disorders have a significant impact on patients' quality of life. Traditional surgical and medical approaches have limited effectiveness, leading to the widespread use of neurorehabilitation protocols. However, neural regeneration is often limited, necessitating the introduction of regenerative rehabilitation. Exosomes, released by stimulated cells, play a crucial role in neurorehabilitation by promoting neural regeneration. Combining exosome therapy with neurorehabilitation approaches can effectively repair neural tissue damage.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2023)
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Audrey Aldridge, Cindy L. Bethel
Summary: Brain injuries can result in permanent disabilities, but art therapy proves to be an effective method of treatment. Studies emphasize the importance of artistic subject matter, sensory stimulation, and measurable performance outcomes in assessing the impact of art therapy on motor impairment in virtual reality. Despite limitations, research suggests that art therapy can be feasibly utilized for neurorehabilitation purposes in virtual reality.
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Signe Hulsbaek, Carsten Juhl, Alice Ropke, Thomas Bandholm, Morten Tange Kristensen
Summary: The meta-analysis shows that exercise therapy has a moderate effect on mobility, activities of daily living, lower limb muscle strength, balance, and health-related quality of life in older patients following hip fracture, both in short-term and long-term outcomes.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES A-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Christiaan Gmelig Meyling, Olaf Verschuren, Ingrid R. Rentinck, Raoul H. H. Engelbert, Jan Willem Gorter
Summary: This study synthesized evidence on physical rehabilitation interventions for children and young people with acquired brain injuries, finding varying characteristics of frequency and duration, and overall positive results in functional recovery. Further well-designed studies are needed to optimize rehabilitation practice and outcomes.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Dong-Yup Yoo, Jung-Kyu Choi, Chang-Yoon Baek, Jung-Bin Shin
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of intensive rehabilitation on the long-term prognosis of patients with stroke. Through analyzing data from the National Health Insurance Service database, it was found that stroke patients who received both physical therapy and occupational therapy had a better long-term prognosis compared to those who received only one treatment. This study emphasizes the importance of intensive rehabilitation in stroke patients.
Review
Rehabilitation
Adam R. Kinney, Kelly A. Stearns-Yoder, Adam S. Hoffberg, Addie Middleton, Jennifer A. Weaver, Eric J. Roseen, Lisa A. Juckett, Lisa A. Brenner
Summary: This study synthesized data to identify the barriers and facilitators of adopting evidence-based occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT) interventions in real-world practice. It also examined whether there were differences in adoption determinants across disciplines, settings, and use of theoretical frameworks. The findings can inform efforts to improve the quality of OT and PT and enhance patient outcomes.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Amanda Mack, Monica Arrigo, Twyla Fink, Karla Garrity, David Cox, Lauren Kwasnowski, John Wong
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between CRF severity upon admission and functional gains following standard rehabilitation care in an inpatient oncology rehabilitation population. Results showed that despite high prevalence of CRF among patients, there was significant improvement in basic mobility and daily activity function during their admission. However, no significant correlation was found between CRF severity on admission and change in functional impairment.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Baris Ercal, Thomas L. Rodebaugh, Marghuretta D. Bland, Peggy Barco, Emily Lenard, Catherine E. Lang, J. Philip Miller, Michael Yingling, Eric J. Lenze
Summary: This study found that greater functional improvement in older adults undergoing rehabilitation with Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation was more significant when executive function was intact, while general cognitive abilities, depression, medical comorbidities, and readiness for rehabilitation were neither predictors nor moderators of functional improvement.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Louise Brennan, Grainne Sheill, Linda O'Neill, Louise O'Connor, Emily Smyth, Emer Guinan
Summary: Physical therapists in cancer care face barriers in delivering and developing services, but investment in oncology physical therapy and international standards of care can help meet the rehabilitation needs of cancer survivors.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ettore Beghi, Heinrich Binder, Codruta Birle, Natan Bornstein, Karin Diserens, Stanislav Groppa, Volker Homberg, Vitalie Lisnic, Maura Pugliatti, Gary Randall, Leopold Saltuari, Stefan Strilciuc, Johannes Vester, Dafin Muresanu
Summary: This study reviews the impact of early pharmacological support on neurorehabilitation after stroke, recommending certain interventions and advising against others for clinical use. The findings aim to assist healthcare professionals in making informed decisions for stroke survivors' recovery.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2021)