American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Dec 2016
Case ReportsImproving Walking with an Implanted Neuroprosthesis for Hip, Knee, and Ankle Control After Stroke.
The objective of this work was to quantify the effects of a fully implanted pulse generator to activate or augment actions of hip, knee, and ankle muscles after stroke. ⋯ Advanced ACCREDITATION:: The Association of Academic Physiatrists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Association of Academic Physiatrists designates this activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Dec 2016
Observational StudyChanges over Time and Responsiveness of the Cochin Hand Function Scale and Mouth Handicap in Systemic Sclerosis Scale in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis: A Prospective Observational Study.
To assess changes over time and responsiveness of the Cochin Hand Function Scale (CHFS) and Mouth Handicap In Systemic Sclerosis (MHISS) scale in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc). ⋯ The CHFS and MHISS scores may be useful in detecting changes in location-specific limitations in activity for SSc patients.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Dec 2016
Comparing Comorbidity Indices to Predict Post-Acute Rehabilitation Outcomes in Older Adults.
Compare 5 comorbidity indices to predict community discharge and functional status following post-acute rehabilitation. ⋯ Comorbidity indices were poor predictors of community discharge and functional status in Medicare beneficiaries receiving inpatient rehabilitation.