Special Issue Article “Prosthetics and Orthotics”
Abstract: Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) is a very common cause of disability, pain and stiffness. An important role in the treatment of KOA is played by the use of orthoses. A novel Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO) should alter the lower limb biomechanics...
Keywords: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA); Ankle-foot orthosis (AFO); Hip-knee-angle (HKA); Tibiotalar angle (TTA); Lateral distance to mikulicz-line (LDML); Knee osteoarthritis outcome score (KOOS)
Special Issue Article “Post Polio Syndrome”
Abstract: According to the WHO there are 10-20 million individuals with poliomyelitis worldwide; as they age, some present with late effects of poliomyelitis, which includes Post-Polio Syndrome (PPS). The demographic, medical, and socioeconomic parameters relating to the occurrence...
Keywords: Poliomyelitis; Post-polio syndrome; ADL functions
Special Issue Article “Concussion”
Abstract: The Concussion Office Based Rehabilitation Assessment (COBRA) is a novel tool constructed to ensure a comprehensive assessment of patients who may have sustained a concussion. The SCAT-5 has long been the gold standard for concussion assessment, however, it was designed...
Keywords: Sport related concussion; SCAT-5; Postural; orthostatic tachycardia; Syndrome
Special Issue Article “Plantar Fasciitis”
Abstract: To compare the effectiveness of a novel, patented device which combines calf muscle and intrinsic foot stretching with deep plantar massage and hot/cold therapy against a clinical standard calf stretching therapy for chronic plantar fasciitis. Design: A 6-week cross-over design...
Keywords: Plantar fascia; Plantar fasciitis; Stretching; Achilles
Abstract: To ascertain the correlation between the thickness of the plantar fascia (>4 mm) and chronic unilateral Plantar Fasciitis (PF) as stated in classic diagnostic criteria in a Spanish population. Second objective is to determine if plantar fascia thickness is correlated to foot pain...
Keywords: Plantar fascia thickness; Chronic plantar fasciitis; Ultrasound
Special Issue Article “Degenerative Disc Disease”
Abstract: A 72 year old male with past medical history of common chronic illnesses presented to a rehabilitation clinic with a chief complaint of trouble walking and falls over 6 months. On detailed questioning, he has developed progressive bladder incontinence and unable to achieve erection...
Keywords: Conus medullaris syndrome; Cauda equina syndrome
Special Issue Article “Burn Rehabilitation”
Abstract: Hydrotherapy is a well-known method in the treatment of various diseases, but its efficacy remains unknown after burns. The purpose of this controlled clinical trial was to examine the effect of an existing scar-related local treatment (passive hydrotherapy), and an alternative...
Keywords: Aquatic therapy; Spa; Physical activity; Burns; Cicatrix; Physical examination
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