Articles: pain-measurement.
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Most children experience pain in hospitals; and their parents report dissatisfaction with how well pain was managed. Engaging patients and families in the development and evaluation of pain treatment plans may improve perceptions of pain management and hospital experiences. ⋯ By leveraging interactive patient care technologies, patients and families were engaged to take an active role in pain treatment plans and evaluation of treatment outcomes. Improved active communication and partnership with patients and families can effectively change organizational culture to be more sensitive to patients' pain and patients' and families' hospital experiences.
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Eur J Phys Rehabil Med · Jun 2018
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyThe effect of interferential current therapy on patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: a randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled study.
Although interferential current (IFC) is a common electrotherapeutic modality used to treat musculoskeletal pain, there is not any randomized controlled trial investigating its clinical efficacy in subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS). ⋯ Our study responds to the needs of the lack of evidence in the field of rehabilitation. IFC therapy does not provide additional benefit for the treatment of SAIS.
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A valid and reliable instrument is needed to assess acute pain in critically ill patients unable to self-report and who may be transitioning between critical care and other settings. ⋯ The MOPAT can be used in the critical care setting as a helpful tool to assess pain in non-communicative patients. The MOPAT is unique in that the instrument can be used over time and across settings.
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · Jun 2018
Observational StudyOptimal Screening for Prediction of Referral and Outcome (OSPRO) for Musculoskeletal Pain Conditions: Results From the Validation Cohort.
Study Design Observational, prospective cohort. Background Musculoskeletal pain is a common reason to seek health care, and earlier nonpharmacological treatment and enhancement of personalized care options are 2 high-priority areas. Validating concise assessment tools is an important step toward establishing better care pathways. ⋯ The additional variance explained was small, and future research is necessary to determine whether these tools can be used as measurement adjuncts to improve management of musculoskeletal pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2018;48(6):460-475. Epub 7 Apr 2018. doi:10.2519/jospt.2018.7811.
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Eur J Phys Rehabil Med · Jun 2018
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyRandomized controlled trial of maximal strength training vs. standard rehabilitation following total knee arthroplasty.
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) alleviates pain, but muscle strength and function is reduced for a long period postoperatively. ⋯ Exercises after TKA should be performed with high intensity and target the operated leg specifically.