Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jun 2014
Comparative StudyLong-term participation in peer-led fall prevention classes predicts lower fall incidence.
To investigate the association between length of participation in Steady As You Go (SAYGO) peer-led fall prevention exercise classes for older adults and 12-month fall incidence. ⋯ SAYGO appears to be an effective fall prevention intervention with a high attendance rate and a lower fall incidence with long-term participation. Prospective controlled studies on long-term participation in peer-led fall prevention exercise programs are needed to confirm and extend these findings.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jun 2014
Comparative Study Observational StudyOccurrence of adverse events in long-term intrathecal baclofen infusion: a 1-year follow-up study of 158 adults.
To assess the frequency and types of adverse events (AEs) related to intrathecal baclofen (ITB) therapy in adults, and associated risk factors. ⋯ The AE rate was relatively low in this cohort. This has to be balanced against the clinical, functional, and quality-of-life improvements, which are expected from ITB therapy.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jun 2014
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyEffects of repetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation on upper-limb spasticity and impairment in patients with spastic hemiparesis: a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled study.
To investigate short-term and long-term effects of repetitive peripheral magnetic stimulation (rpMS) on spasticity and motor function. ⋯ Therapy with rpMS increases sensory function in patients with severe limb paresis. The magnetic stimulation, however, has limited effect on spasticity and no effect on motor function.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jun 2014
Comparative StudyAdditive effect of age on disability for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
To examine the additive effect of age on disability for adults with spinal cord injury (SCI). ⋯ These findings indicate that age moderately influences disability for some individuals with SCI: the older the age at the time of injury, the greater the influence age has on disability. The findings serve as an important empirical foundation for the evaluation and development of interventions designed to augment accelerated aging experienced by individuals with SCI.
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jun 2014
Comparative StudyFrequency and cost of claims by injury type from a state workers' compensation fund from 1998 through 2008.
To determine which work-related injuries are the most frequent and costly. ⋯ Successful prevention and management of back, knee, and shoulder injuries could lead to a substantial reduction in the burden associated with work-related injuries.