Documento de estudio

1. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
Articles
Older Persons' Experiences of a Home-Based Exercise Program With
Behavioral Change Support
M Arkkukangas et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 905-913. 2017 Aug
16.
With support from physiotherapists (PTs), home-based exercise can be
adapted to individual circumstances in a meaningful way. Including
exercises in everyday life and daily routines could support the experience of
being stronger, result in better physical functioning, and give hope for an
extended a ...
Effects of a Low-Resistance, Interval Bicycling Intervention in Parkinson's
Disease
M Uygur et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 897-904. 2017 Aug 16.
Previous studies have shown that people with Parkinson's disease (PD)
benefit from a variety of exercise modalities with respect to symptom
management and function. Among the possible exercise modalities,
speedwork has been identified as a promising strategy, with direct
implications for the rate an ...
The Effects of Exergaming and Treadmill Training on Gait, Balance, and
Cognition in a Person With Parkinson's Disease: A Case Study
S Vallabhajosula et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 920-931. 2017 Aug
16.
Eight weeks of treadmill and exergaming intervention with a person with PD
improved static and dynamic postural control measures, but not gait,
cognition, endurance, and clinical measures of balance. Longer and more
intense multimodal intervention may be warranted.
A Longitudinal Study Investigating How Stroke Severity, Disability, and
Physical Function the First Week Post-Stroke Are Associated With Walking
Speed Six Months Post-Stroke
MK Aaslund et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 932-942. 2017 Aug 17.
PASS, PWS, and age the first week predicted PWS at 6 months post-stroke
for participants with the best walking ability, and PASS alone predicted PWS
at 6 months post-stroke for participants with the poorest walking ability.
Final Year Physiotherapy Student's Reliability in Chest X-Ray Interpretation
V Ball et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 54-57. 2017 Aug 17.
Final year physiotherapy students were not able to reliably interpret CXRs.
These findings were consistent with previous published research involving
medical students. Therefore on graduation before starting "on call" duties it
is recommended newly qualified physiotherapists receive additional train ...

2. Effect of Home-Based Rehabilitation on Activities of Daily Living and Gait in
Older Adults With Heart Failure at Risk for Falling: A Retrospective Cohort
Study
FY Asiri et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 943-953. 2017 Aug 21.
Patients with heart failure receiving home-based rehabilitation services make
significant improvements in ADL function and gait performance. Greater ADL
improvements are associated with younger age, faster gait speed at
baseline, and greater impairment of baseline ADL scores. Age, baseline gait
spee ...
The Active Engagement Model of Applied Ethics as a Structure for Ethical
Reflection in the Context of Course-Based Service Learning
KC Nesbit et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 1-12. 2017 Aug 30.
This case report illustrates attributes of the active engagement model which
have implications for teaching ethical reflection: scaffolding for ethical
reflection, use of narrative for reflection, reflection in action, and illumination
of relevant themes. Each of these attributes leads to the develo ...
Treatment of Axillary Web Syndrome Using Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue
Mobilization and Thoracic Manipulation for Associated Thoracic Rotation
Dysfunction
P Crane et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 74-78. 2017 Aug 30.
Utilization of an impairment-based physical therapy approach to treat a
patient with AWS and thoracic dysfunction yielded positive outcomes.
Further research on the efficacy of IASTM and physical therapy
management of AWS is warranted.
An Algorithmic Approach to Rehabilitation Following Arthroscopic Surgery
for Arthrofibrosis of the Knee
BJ Eckenrode. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 66-74. 2017 Sep 01.
Arthroscopic debridement of knee joint arthrofibrosis after ACLR in
conjunction with a postoperative physical therapy algorithmic approach to
maximizing knee joint extension ROM can be beneficial in gaining
symmetrical knee extension range of motion and improved function. Further
studies may help to ...
Unisensory and Multisensory Self-Referential Stimulation of the Lower Limb:
An Exploratory fMRI Study on Healthy Subjects
AI Vieira et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 22-40. 2017 Sep 01.
This specific multisensory stimulation produces a brain activation map in
regions that are responsible for multisensory Self-processing and may
represent the Core-Self. We recommend the use of this specific
multisensory stimulation as a physiotherapy intervention strategy that might
promote the Self ...
Improvements in Cardiometabolic Risk Markers, Aerobic Fitness, and
Functional Performance Following a Physical Therapy Weight Loss Program
A Sabbahi et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 13-21. 2017 Sep 01.

3. This study indicates the importance and significance of weight loss in
improving physical function and cardiometabolic risk profiles across a cohort
of outpatient physical therapy patients. Our study also suggests that weight
loss can be achieved in a comprehensive exercise intensive physical therap
...
Physiotherapy Clinical Educators' Perspectives on a Fitness to Practice
Initiative
K Lo et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 41-53. 2017 Sep 01.
The benefits of a student-centered FTP approach included clarity and
consistency in managing FTP issues and facilitation of student awareness
through active engagement in maintaining their FTP. To our knowledge, this
paper is the first to report a comprehensive approach to the range of FTP
issues in ...
Home-Based Circuit Training Program for an Adolescent Female With
Severe Traumatic Brain Injury: A Case Report
D Tiwari et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 137-145. 2017 Sep 06.
Adolescents with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are often discharged from
physical therapy (PT) services without transitioning into exertional
conditioning programs. Active participation in physical activities with peers at
school is essential to achieve a sense of accomplishment and acceptance.
Facto ...
Abdominal Draw-In Maneuver Combined With Simulated Weight Bearing
Increases Transversus Abdominis and Internal Oblique Thickness
JS Kim et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 954-958. 2017 Sep 06.
The abdominal draw-in maneuver (ADIM) is a method commonly used to
reestablish neuromuscular control of the deep spine muscles among
individuals with musculoskeletal problems. The purpose of this study was to
evaluate the effect of ADIM combined with simulated weight-bearing (SWB)
activities in the ...
Concurrent Validity of Inclinometer Measures of Scapular and Clavicular
Positions in Arm Elevation
PR Camargo et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 121-130. 2017 Sep 06.
Concurrent validity in assessing scapular upward rotation and clavicle
elevation with an inclinometer was shown when compared with
electromagnetic tracking. However, the inclinometer method may not have
adequate concurrent validity to clinically measure scapular anterior/posterior
tilting.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Following Surgical Repair for Superior Canal
Dehiscence Syndrome: A Complicated Case Report
WJ Carender et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 146-156. 2017 Sep 11.
Superior Canal Dehiscence Syndrome (SCDS) causes auditory and
vestibular symptoms. Following surgical repair of the dehiscence, patients
often experience dizziness and imbalance. This case report describes a

4. postoperative vestibular exercise program, focusing on the principles of
central compensatio ...
The Validity and Reliability of the Sphygmomanometer for Hip Strength
Assessment in Australian Football Players
LA Toohey et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 131-136. 2017 Sep 11.
A sphygmomanometer is a cost-efficient device that appears to be both
reliable and valid for the assessment of hip strength, offering clinicians an
alternate and easily accessible option to obtain objective strength data. A
ceiling effect may limit the application of the sphygmomanometer as a streng
...
Effects of Kinesio Tape in Individuals With Lateral Epicondylitis: A Deceptive
Crossover Trial
IPH Au et al. Physiother Theory Pract 33 (12), 914-919. 2017 Sep 12.
Neither facilitatory nor inhibitory effects were observed between different
application techniques of KT in patients with LE. Hence, alternative
intervention should be used to manage LE.
The Efficacy of Stretching Exercises to Reduce Posterior Shoulder
Tightness Acutely in the Postoperative Population: A Single Blinded
Randomized Controlled Trial
PA Salamh et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 111-120. 2017 Sep 13.
The horizontal adduction stretch is more effective at reducing acute PST in
the postoperative shoulder population when compared to the supine sleeper
stretch and no stretch at all. Knowledge of efficacious stretching methods
may serve to reduce the potential morbidity associated with postoperative s
...
Repeated Split-Belt Treadmill Walking Improved Gait Ability in Individuals
With Chronic Stroke: A Pilot Study
M Betschart et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 81-90. 2017 Sep 13.
This study investigated the effects of repeated split-belt treadmill (SBT)
walking on gait ability in individuals poststroke. Twelve individuals with a first
unilateral cerebral stroke (10 males; mean age 53 (SD 8.74); mean time
poststroke 25 months (SD 23.5); 9 left-sided stroke) and initial step l ...
Reliability and Criterion Validity of Measurements Using a Smart Phone-
Based Measurement Tool for the Transverse Rotation Angle of the Pelvis
During Single-Leg Lifting
SH Jung et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (1), 58-65. 2017 Sep 18.
Measurement of the transverse rotation angle of the pelvis using the SBMT
showed excellent reliability and criterion validity compared with the 3DMAS.
Supraorbital Electrical Stimulation in Management of Chronic Type Tension
Headache: A Randomized Controlled Study
NS Hamed. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 101-110. 2017 Sep 18.
SOES had positive therapeutic results for treatment of CTTH.

5. Effect of Dry Needling on Myofascial Pain Syndrome of the Quadratus
Femoris: A Case Report
S Anandkumar. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (2), 157-164. 2017 Sep 18.
This case report describes a 40-year-old male who presented with posterior
thigh pain managed unsuccessfully with massage therapy, chiropractic
adjustments, and physical therapy. The diagnosis of myofascial pain
syndrome (MPS) involving the quadratus femoris (QF) was purely clinical,
based on palpat ...
Magnitudes of Muscle Activation of Spine Stabilizers in Healthy Adults
During Prone on Elbow Planking Exercises With and Without a Fitness Ball
JW Youdas et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (3), 212-222. 2017 Sep 18.
Prone planking exercises have been used by rehabilitation professionals to
activate torso muscles in healthy persons and those with low back pain. The
aim of this study was to compare the magnitude of electromyographic (EMG)
muscle activation from 10 right-sided muscles as demonstrated by the
percen ...
Clinical Outcomes Following Conservative Management of Chronic
Traumatic Cervical Myelopathy: A Case Report
J Bridges et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (3), 231-240. 2017 Sep 18.
This case report suggests that conservative management of chronic
traumatic cervical myelopathy was effective in helping to improve pain,
sleep, and function in this patient with a traumatic mechanism of injury.
Lung Function, Functional Capacity, and Respiratory Symptoms at
Discharge From Hospital in Patients With Acute Pulmonary Embolism: A
Cross-Sectional Study
JS Danielsbacka et al. Physiother Theory Pract 34 (3), 194-201. 2017 Sep
22.
This study indicates that patients with PE have a reduced lung function,
reduced functional capacity, and experience respiratory symptoms as pain
and dyspnea at discharge. Further studies are needed concerning long-term
follow-up of lung function, functional capacity, and symptoms after PE.
Neurodynamic Mobilization in a Collegiate Long Jumper With Exercise-
Induced Lateral Leg and Ankle Pain: A Case Report