NeuroRehabilitation
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NeuroRehabilitation · Jan 2014
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyLokomat: a therapeutic chance for patients with chronic hemiplegia.
Treadmill training with partial body weight support has been suggested as a useful strategy for gait rehabilitation after stroke. ⋯ Despite the small number of patients in the study, the present data suggests that the robotic-assisted device, Lokomat, provides innovative possibilities for gait training in chronic hemiplegia rehabilitation by training at higher intensity levels for longer durations than traditional home exercise.
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NeuroRehabilitation · Jan 2014
Controlled Clinical TrialThe effects of pilates on balance, mobility and strength in patients with multiple sclerosis.
Although there are evidences as to Pilates developing dynamic balance, muscle strength and flexibility in healthy people, evidences related to its effects on Multiple Sclerosis patients are insufficient. ⋯ Due to its structure which is made up of balance and strengthening exercises, Pilates training may develop balance, mobility and muscle strength of MS patients. For this reason, we think that, Pilates exercises which are appropriate for the disability level of the patient may be suggested.
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NeuroRehabilitation · Jan 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialThe hypoalgesic effect of remote tactile sensory modulation on the mechanical sensitivity of trigger points: A randomized controlled study.
Sensitivity of the myofascial trigger point (MTrP) can be inhibited by electrical stimulation of remote site. However, it remains unclear whether remote pain control of the MTrP occurs in the same spinal segment or in the supraspinal system. ⋯ MTrP sensitivity is more strongly affected by interventions at remote ipsilateral sites in the same spinal segment than by stimulation of extra-segmental sites.
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NeuroRehabilitation · Jan 2014
Clinical TrialPredictors of functional outcome in patients with traumatic spinal cord injury after inpatient rehabilitation: in Saudi Arabia.
To identify the possible factors influencing motor functional outcome of patients with traumatic spinal cord injury (T-SCI) after inpatient rehabilitation. ⋯ Age was not predictor of motor functional outcome and rehabilitation can be effective in elderly SCI patients. Rehabilitation intervention should begin as soon as possible. The admission motor FIM score, level and severity of injury, interval between onset and admission, anxiety/depression score, and length of stay can be used to predict functional outcomes of rehabilitation in SCI patients.
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NeuroRehabilitation · Jan 2014
Multilevel modeling of partnered relationship trajectories and relationship stability at 1, 2, and 5 years after traumatic brain injury in Norway.
The aims of this study were to examine (a) predictors of partnered relationship probability trajectories and relationship stability across 1, 2, and 5 years after traumatic brain injury, and (b) influences on the slopes of these trajectories. ⋯ The identification of these influences on partnered relationship probability trajectories and stability could help clinicians and researchers develop and refine early interventions to reduce relationship dissolution in the first several years after brain injury.