Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jul 2007
Factors affecting short-term rehabilitation outcomes of disabled elderly patients with proximal hip fracture.
To identify factors associated with postacute rehabilitation outcome of disabled elderly patients with proximal hip fracture. ⋯ Cognitive function, nutritional status, preinjury functional level, and depression were the most important prognostic factors associated with rehabilitation success of older patients with proximal hip fracture. Of these, depression and nutritional status are correctable, and early intervention may improve rehabilitation outcome.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jul 2007
The sensitivity of the seated straight-leg raise test compared with the supine straight-leg raise test in patients presenting with magnetic resonance imaging evidence of lumbar nerve root compression.
To compare the sensitivity of 2 methods of performing the straight-leg raise (SLR) test, one in the supine position and the other in the seated position, in patients presenting with signs and symptoms consistent with lumbar radiculopathy. ⋯ The traditional SLR test performed in a supine position is more sensitive in reproducing leg pain than the seated SLR test in patients presenting with signs of and symptoms consistent with lumbar radiculopathy and MRI evidence of nerve root compression.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jul 2007
Evaluation and pharmacologic management of symptoms in cancer patients undergoing acute rehabilitation in a comprehensive cancer center.
To identify cancer patients' symptoms at admission and on discharge from an acute rehabilitation unit, to document the discharge medications used for symptom management, and to assess how symptoms affect lengths of stay (LOS). ⋯ Assessment of symptoms revealed significant symptom burdens in cancer patients undergoing rehabilitation. Pharmacologic interventions for management of symptoms were frequently needed.