The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
-
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Nov 2010
Randomized Controlled TrialShort-term effects of hip abductors and lateral rotators strengthening in females with patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
Randomized clinical trial. ⋯ Therapy, level 1b-.
-
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Nov 2010
Electromyographic analysis of transversus abdominis and lumbar multifidus using wire electrodes during lumbar stabilization exercises.
Experimental laboratory study. ⋯ The exercises investigated in this study resulted in a wide range of effort level for all 5 muscles monitored. Many of the exercises also resulted in an asymmetrical (right versus left side) activation level for a muscle, including the TrA.
-
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Nov 2010
Specific mechanical pain hypersensitivity over peripheral nerve trunks in women with either unilateral epicondylalgia or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Case-control study with blinded examiner. ⋯ Bilateral mechanical nerve pain hypersensitivity is related to specific and particular nerve trunks in women with either unilateral LE or CTS. Our results suggest the presence of central and peripheral sensitization mechanisms in individuals with either LE or CTS.
-
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Sep 2010
Outcomes before and after total knee arthroplasty compared to healthy adults.
Prospective cohort study. ⋯ The persistent impairments and functional limitations 6 months after TKA with standard rehabilitation suggest that more intensive therapeutic approaches may be necessary to restore function of patients following TKA to the levels of healthy adults.
-
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Aug 2010
Current concepts in the recognition and treatment of posterolateral corner injuries of the knee.
Injuries to the posterolateral corner of the knee pose a significant challenge to sports medicine team members due to their complex nature. Identifying posterolateral corner injuries is paramount to determining proper surgical management of the injured athlete, with the goal of preventing chronic pain, instability, and/or surgical failure. Postoperative rehabilitation is based on the specific structural involvement and surgical procedures. A firm understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of the structures of the posterolateral corner is essential for successful rehabilitation outcomes. Emphasis is placed on protection of the healing surgical repair/reconstruction, with gradual restoration of range of motion, strength, proprioception, and dynamic function of the knee. The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the anatomy, biomechanics, and mechanism of injury for posterolateral corner injuries, with a review of clinical examination techniques for identifying these injuries. Furthermore, a review of current surgical management and postoperative guidelines is provided. ⋯ Diagnosis/therapy, level 5.