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New technique may help severely damaged nerves regrow and restore function

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:27:44 -0500

Engineers at the University of Sheffield, UK have developed a method of assisting nerves damaged by traumatic accidents to repair naturally, which could improve the chances of restoring sensation and movement in injured limbs.

Scientists have discovered genes that increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:26:35 -0500

Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy in Sweden have identified the genetic variations that are believed to cause osteoporosis. The study, published in Nature Genetics and involving leading researchers from around the world, shows that women with a higher proportion of genetic variations associated with osteoporosis have a more than 50 percent increased fracture risk.

Nouveau service au centre Lucie-Bruneau - Des chiens MIRA pour la réadaptation

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:25:29 -0500

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital launches new clinical trial in robotic therapy

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:25:01 -0500

New standards for treating traumatic shoulder injuries improve patient care

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:24:46 -0500

Two home exercises to treat vertigo - School of Medicine researcher devises new exercise that ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:24:16 -0500

The Effectiveness of Resistance Training Using Unstable Surfaces and Devices for Rehabilitation

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:23:46 -0500

The effectiveness of instability resistance training (IRT) for optimal sport performance training has been questioned based on the findings of impaired kinetic measures. This clinical commentary explores the resistance training literature, which implements the use of unstable surfaces and devices to determine the suitability of IRT for rehabilitation.

The Impact of Severe Obesity on Post-Acute Rehabilitation Efficiency, Length of Stay, and ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:22:10 -0500

This retrospective observational study examines the influence of severe obesity on length of stay, rehabilitation efficiency, and hospital costs post-acute rehabilitation in a population-based, tertiary care, publicly-funded regional rehabilitation center. The researchers followed 42 severely obese subjects and 42 non-obese controls and found that severe obesity was an independent predictor of total length of stay.

Cervical radiculopathy: a systematic review on treatment by spinal manipulation and measurement ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:20:25 -0500

The author calls attention to the paucity of evidence to support contraindicating high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) spinal manipulation in the treatment of cervical radiculopathy (CR). This review suggests that spinal manipulation may be cautiously considered as a therapeutic option for patients suffering from CR.

Falls in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:19:04 -0500

This article provides an overview of the incidence, prevalence, and impact of falls in facilities that provide inpatient rehabilitation. It looks at some key factors to be considered in the assessment of patients admitted to rehabilitation facilities for risk factors associated with falling. And it identifies strategies that can help reduce the risk of falling in patients admitted to a facility.

Systematic Reviews for Informing Rehabilitation Practice: An Introduction (restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:17:52 -0500

Systematic reviews are an effective way to keep up with new research findings. This article describes how systematic reviews are created, indicates where rehabilitation clinicians may find them, and refers to a resource that may be of use in evaluating their quality and applicability.

European study of research and development in mobility technology for persons with disabilities ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:16:39 -0500

In the Fall of 2010, the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health and the US Veteran's Administration jointly supported a review of mobility technology in Europe. Three papers were produced from their observations and exchanges and are published in this thematic issue.

A review of wearable sensors and systems with application in rehabilitation

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:13:21 -0500

Safety Precautions in the Rehabilitation Medicine Prescription (restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:13:00 -0500

A Model of Integrative Care for Low-Back Pain

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:12:24 -0500

While previous studies focused on the effectiveness of individual complementary and alternative medical (CAM) therapies, the value of providing patients access to an integrated program involving multiple CAM and conventional therapies remains unknown. The objective of this study is to explore the feasibility and effects of a model of multidisciplinary integrative care for subacute low-back pain (LBP) in an academic teaching hospital. Authors observed that it was feasible for a multidisciplinary, outpatient IC team to deliver coordinated, individualized intervention to patients with subacute LBP. Results showed a promising trend for benefit of treating patients with persistent LBP with this IC model, and warrant evaluation in a full-scale study.

The Prognosis of Acute Low Back Pain in Primary Care in the United States: A 2-Year Prospective ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:09:05 -0500

This study looks at the prognosis of patients presenting with acute low back pain (LBP) in a primary care setting in the US. Patients seeking medical care for acute LBP were followed for 2 years and assessed on perceived recovery and pain intensity. The authors found that the prognosis is less favourable than commonly stated in practice guidelines based on failure to return to work.

Rehabilitation After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: Current Concepts Review And ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:04:29 -0500

This article provides an overview of the characteristics and timing of rotator cuff healing, and offers an update on treatments used in rehabilitation of rotator cuff repairs. The authors describe a rotator cuff rehabilitation protocol that incorporates currently available scientific literature.

Factors associated with physical activity in patients with osteoarthritis of the hip or knee: a ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:03:16 -0500

The authors conducted an extensive systematic literature search to identify factors related to the level of physical activity in patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA). For patients with knee OA there is limited evidence that a lower level of physical function is associated with a lower level of physical activity. For patients with hip OA there is limited evidence that higher age, higher body mass index (BMI) and a low level of physical function is associated with a low level of physical activity.

A classification of methods for assessing and/or preventing the risks of musculoskeletal ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:01:20 -0500

A randomized controlled trial of electrostimulation effects on effussion, swelling and pain ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:00:50 -0500

Clinical Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy as an Adjunct to Eccentric Exercise for the ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 02:00:23 -0500

Guide à lintention des personnes ayant subi un traumatisme crânien léger

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:59:35 -0500

Le Programme des atteintes cérébrales chez les enfants et les adolescents de lInstitut de réadaptation en déficience physique de Québec a produit ce guide afin qu'il soit remis aux patients lorsqu'une commotion cérébrale est diagnostiquée à l'hôpital. Le guide contient de linformation sur les symptômes courants à la suite dune commotion cérébrale, et des recommandations pour faciliter la récupération et la reprise des activités sportives.

Efficacy of executive function interventions after stroke: a systematic review (Restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:58:34 -0500

This systematic review aims to determine whether executive function intervention is more effective than no or alternative intervention in improving executive functions and functional abilities in the acute, subacute, and chronic stages post stroke. Findings suggest that persons with stroke may possibly benefit from specific executive function training and learn compensatory strategies to reduce the consequences of executive impairments.

Working with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Voices from the Field

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:57:06 -0500

The 1.2 million individuals who sustain traumatic brain injuries each year face a range of cognitive, psychological, and physical consequences for which rehabilitation protocols are being developed and implemented. Professionals in a range of therapeutic settings have practice wisdom that has yet to be shared in the professional literature. This qualitative study aimed to fill this gap by exploring the experiences and insights of rehabilitation professionals serving these patients in outpatient settings.

Comparison of embedded and added motor imagery training in patients after stroke: results of a ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:55:17 -0500

Motor imagery (MI), when combined with physiotherapy, can offer functional benefits after stroke. Outpatients after first stroke participated in a single-blinded, randomised controlled trial with MI embedded into physiotherapy, MI added to physiotherapy, and a control group (CG). No between group differences were found. The authors feel that a larger study could provide conclusive evidence of a superior MI integration strategy.

Multisensory Stimulation in Stroke Rehabilitation

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:50:57 -0500

This review article looks at currently used multisensory stimulation methods in stroke rehabilitation, including motor imagery, action observation, training with a mirror or in a virtual environment, and various kinds of music therapy. Non-invasive brain stimulation has shown promising preliminary results in aphasia and neglect, but the author identifies a need to refine patient selection and the timing of interventions.

Robotic Resistance Treadmill Training Improves Locomotor Function in Human Spinal Cord Injury: ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:49:40 -0500

Bimanual Training and Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy in Children with Hemiplegic Cerebral ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:49:17 -0500

The Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist as a Screening Measure for Posttraumatic Stress ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:48:42 -0500

This study aimed to determine the profile of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among outpatients with burn injuries referred to psychology in a rehabilitation hospital, and the utility of the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist-Civilian Version (PCL-C) as a screening measure for PTSD.

Focused Review of Interdisciplinary Pain Rehabilitation Programs for Chronic Pain Management ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:47:09 -0500

This article examines components of interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation programs, discusses desirable features of successful programs and teams, and more closely reviews four established outpatient pain programs in the US.

Quantitative classification of primary progressive aphasia at early and mild impairment stages ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:46:15 -0500

The characteristics of early and mild disease in primary progressive aphasia are poorly understood. This report is based on 25 patients with aphasia quotients >85%, 13 of whom were within 2 years of symptom onset. One goal was to determine whether recently published classification guidelines could be implemented at these early and mild disease stages. The author feels that an emphasis on early diagnosis will promote a better characterization of the disease stages where therapeutic interventions are the most likely to succeed.

The One-Year Attributable Cost of Poststroke Aphasia (restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:43:54 -0500

Advancing the health and quality-of-life of girls and women after traumatic brain injury: ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:39:41 -0500

A workshop was held prior to the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Conference 2010 to highlight the unique health issues experienced by women after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), identify research, education and policy gaps and develop strategies to promote women's health. This article was produced to disseminate findings from the workshop regarding priority issues for girls and women's health and quality-of-life after sustaining a TBI.

Opportunities for research to improve employment for people with spinal cord injuries ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:34:38 -0500

This paper reviews the literature pertaining to the employment of people who experience spinal cord injury (SCI) in the US. The literature reviewed indicates that researchers understand the work demands for people with SCI and may help to identify suitable supports, training and job opportunities.

The role of positive affect on social participation following stroke (restricted access)

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:33:23 -0500

This study examines the association between positive affect and social participation in adults with first-time stroke after in-patient medical rehabilitation. The authors found that high positive affect at discharge from in-patient medical rehabilitation was associated with higher levels of social participation 3 months post-discharge.

Improving quality of life of children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review of clinical ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:31:46 -0500

This paper systematically reviews the impact of different interventions on quality of life (QoL) for children with cerebral palsy. It finds that current reviews suggest that positive effect was shown in medicinal and motor control interventions on QoL. However, no single interventional approach can demonstrate a consistent positive impact on QoL across different studies.

An evidence-based review on the influence of aging with a spinal cord injury on subjective ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:29:58 -0500

Do exercise interventions designed to prevent falls affect participation in life roles? A ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:29:07 -0500

Recherche et développement - Veille informationnelle

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:28:32 -0500

Ce site produit par l'Institut Nazareth et Louis-Braille (INLB) cherche à outiller les intervenants dans la recherche de meilleures pratiques et propose des documents-synthèse de veille informationnelle, qui traitent de sujets variés en lien avec la réadaptation en déficience visuelle. Ces documents-synthèse de traduction des connaissances sont produits afin de fournir et de rendre plus facilement accessibles certaines informations, sélectionnées en fonction de leur lien direct avec les besoins d'information exprimés par les intervenants et les gestionnaires de létablissement.

Quality Indicators in Physical Therapist Practice (podcast)

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:25:49 -0500

This podcast discusses the implications of Use of Quality Indicators in Physical Therapist Practice: An Observational Study, by Diane Jette and Dianne Jewell. Direct link to podcast: http://ptjournal.apta.org/content/suppl/2012/03/22/92.4.507.DC2/ptj_201204_discussion_quality.mp3

Mesures par ultrasons des muscles profonds du tronc - Évaluation de la fidélité intra et ...

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:23:03 -0500

Des chercheurs de lInstitut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail (IRSST) ont entrepris cette étude afin dimporter une expertise en mesure par ultrasons dans lévaluation des muscles profonds dans son groupe de recherche, de développer les outils danalyse nécessaires pour extraire les mesures requises des images produites, et dévaluer la fidélité intra- et inter-évaluateur de ces mesures.

Colloque interprofessionnel en traumatologie 2012

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:14:51 -0500

27 et 28 septembre 2012, Montréal, Québec

Annual Conference of the Brain Injury Association of Canada

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:14:11 -0500

September 26 - 28, 2012, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

4e Colloque sur l'éthique et l'intégrité scientifique en recherche médicale

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:03:22 -0500

13 - 14 septembre 2012, Montréal, Québec

International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) 2012

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:02:47 -0500

September 3 - 5, 2012, London, United Kingdom

The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities How to Use it

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:01:48 -0500

18th 23rd June 2012, Galway, Republic of Ireland

Rendez-vous de la réadaptation - Laboratoire vivant de réadaptation

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:01:21 -0500

30 mai 2012, Montréal, Québec

Salon Prendre sa place

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:00:34 -0500

29 au 31 mai 2012, Montréal, Québec

Effective Delivery Styles and Content for Self-management Interventions for Chronic ...

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:54:04 -0500

De la réadaptation en déficience visuelle à Lévis

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:39:32 -0500

Jusquà présent, les résidents de la Rive-Sud et de la Chaudière-Appalaches souffrant dune déficience visuelle devaient se rendre à Québec pour obtenir des services de réadaptation. Le 13 avril, le journal Le Soleil annonce que le Centre de réadaptation à Charny a commencé son agrandissement qui servira à loger les services en réadaptation en déficience visuelle.