American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Mar 1995
Case ReportsPsychogenic cough treated with biofeedback and psychotherapy. A review and case report.
Psychogenic cough is a barking or honking cough, which is persistent and disruptive to normal activity. The cough may be a debilitating condition that interferes with work and social relationships. Although the frequency of this condition is low, it is not rare. ⋯ The patient was treated with a combination of biofeedback-assisted relaxation training, psychotherapy, and physical therapy. Review of the literature revealed only one report on adults, in which three of four patients were successfully treated with a combination of speech therapy, relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and psychotherapy. Our success suggests a possible future use of this treatment protocol for cases of psychogenic cough.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Mar 1995
Resident versus program director perceptions about PM&R research training.
A survey of all residents and residency program directors in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) was done to assess perspectives of residents and directors regarding research training, resources, mentorship, and encouragement available to residents. A response rate of 55% was obtained from 1188 resident mailings, and 83% of 77 program directors responded. A number of discrepancies in perceptions of residents v program directors responded. ⋯ Only 19% of residents knew of access to a research coordinator/grant writer, 36% for statistical support, and 67% for library assistance. The corresponding numbers for program directors were 31%, 69%, and 97%. Additional results of the survey are summarized, and suggestions for further study to improve the resident research training experience are given.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Mar 1995
Fellowship training in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Developed by the Association of Academic Physiatrists.
The AAP supports the development of fellowships, especially those that enhance research in areas relevant to PM&R. If possible, research training within fellowship programs should be acknowledged. As accredited fellowships develop, the AAP acknowledges potential risks to residency training and supports accreditation standards that consider the importance of coexisting fellowships and residency programs.