A5012918620- Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Occupational Health and Performance
- Sports Performance and Training
- Occupational Therapy Practice and Research
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management
- Muscle activation and electromyography studies
- Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Breast Implant and Reconstruction
- Health Sciences Research and Education
- Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
- Urban Transport and Accessibility
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies
- Clinical Reasoning and Diagnostic Skills
- Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances
- Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare
- Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
- Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health
- Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders
- Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
- Health Policy Implementation Science
IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems
2019-2025
University Hospital Cologne
2025
University of Central Lancashire
2013-2020
Janssen (United Kingdom)
2013-2019
University of Otago
2013
St George Hospital
1999-2007
Sint Maartenskliniek
2007
Semmelweis University
1998
Background Current multimodal approaches for the management of non-specific patellofemoral pain are not optimal, however, targeted intervention subgroups could improve patient outcomes. This study explores whether subgrouping patients, using a series low cost simple clinical tests, is possible. Method The exclusivity and importance potential was assessed by applying à priori test thresholds (1 SD) from seven tests in sample adult patients with pain. Hierarchical clustering latent profile...
Poor bra fit is a global female health issue and partially attributed to poor knowledge, with negative consequences combining physical, psychological, social factors. This study determined women's ability identify correct incorrect as direct measure of knowledge. Twenty-four participants self-reported issues (subjective) researchers carried out an assessment (objective) based on established professional bra-fitting criteria. All failed the objective assessment, 77 identified in total. Large...
Introduction Patellofemoral pain (PFP) can cause significant leading to limitations in societal participation and physical activity. An international expert group has highlighted the need for a classification system allow targeted intervention patients with PFP; we have developed work programme systematically investigating this. We proposed six potential subgroups: hip abductor weakness, quadriceps patellar hypermobility, hypomobility, pronated foot posture lower limb biarticular muscle...
This 2-year study explored the experiences of clinical physical therapists who used a participatory action research (PAR) approach to learn about practice research.The aim this was explore were conducting research, facilitated by PAR approach.A mixed-methods design used.Physical completed questionnaires, interviewed, and participated in focus groups prior after 1-year intervention 1 year later. The facilitator took field notes. Questionnaire data analyzed descriptively, themes developed from...
The evidence base for stroke rehabilitation recommends intensive and repetitive task-specific practice, as well aerobic exercise. However, translating these -evidence-based interventions from research into clinical practice remains a major -challenge.The objective of this study was to investigate factors influencing implementation higher-intensity activity in settings.This qualitative used cross-sectional design.Semi-structured interviews were conducted with therapists 4 sites across 2...
In previous studies, (99m)Tc-recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rt-PA) imaging has had a high sensitivity and specificity for the detection of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). this technique, activation site rt-PA undergoes inactivation but fibrin binding is retained. Uptake (99m)Tc-rt-PA into DVT relies on C-terminal lysine residues fibrin. It postulated that as thrombus ages, fewer sites are available there should be progressive decrease in uptake old thrombi compared with fresh thrombi....
Despite increasing evidence regarding the benefit of intensive task-specific practice and aerobic exercise in stroke rehabilitation, implementation remains difficult. The factors influencing have been explored from therapists' perspectives; however, despite an increased emphasis on patient involvement research, patients' perceptions not yet investigated.The study aimed to investigate higher intensity activity people with compare this perspectives.The design was a cross-sectional qualitative...
Targeted intervention for subgroups is a promising approach the management of patellofemoral pain.Treatment designed according to will improve clinical outcomes in patients unresponsive multimodal treatment.Prospective crossover intervention.Level 3.Patients with pain (PFP; n = 61; mean age, 27 ± 9 years) were enrolled. Patients PFP received standard treatment 3 times week 6 weeks. not responding then classified into 1 (strong, weak and tight, pronated foot) using simple tests. They...
Background: Freezing of gait (FOG) is a serious disorder affecting up to two-thirds people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Cueing has been explored as method generating motor execution using visual transverse lines on the floor. However, impact laser light cue remains unclear. Objective: To determine biomechanical effect cane FOG in participant PD compared healthy age- and gender-matched control. Methods: The control were given task initiating from standing. Electromyography (EMG) data...
The recognition of serious pathologies affecting the musculoskeletal (MSK) system, especially in early stage a disease, is an important but challenging task. prevalence such currently low. However, our progressing aging population, it anticipated that MSK system will be on rise. Physiotherapists, as part wider health care team, can play valuable role pathologies. It at present unknown how accurately Austrian qualified physiotherapists detect presence and therefore determine whether...
A desire to have every student attending our University be aware of, and reflect on, disability in their studies andfuture careers, initiated project explore how enhance awareness within all University’spapers.In this we systematically reviewed pertinent literature ran an action research workshop forstaff. Strategies identified the were presented andverified at interactive conference presentation. Embedding into curricula is challenging;staff considered themselves powerless bring about...
E-bikes have the potential to overcome some of barriers that stroke survivors face with regards physical activity. This study aims explore factors affect e-bike usage by survivors.A mixed methods multiple case studies design, using semi-structured interviews and GPS data. Subject GP approval, participants loaned an or e-trike for up three months. Interviews were undertaken pre post intervention. The COM-B behaviour change model acted as a framework analysis. data relating journey duration...
Purpose: The recognition of pathological processes, which are not appropriate for physiotherapy, is a crucial part the clinical reasoning process. Over recent years, there have been several research efforts investigating qualified physiotherapists and doctoral students' capability in making precise decisions on whether patient's condition suitable physiotherapy intervention (keep), or rather requires medical check-up (refer). No study so far has examined keep/refer decision abilities final...
BACKGROUND:Despite clinical intervention, people with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) experience difficulties in gait and balance on a daily basis. However, the effects these variables of tailored home based exercise programme for this population have not been investig ated. PURPOSE:This case series aims to investigate CIDP. METHODS:Case seven CIDP from neurology department local hospital. Participants took part 6 week Otago programme, which include walking,...
Objectives: Patello femoral Pain (PFP) is the most common lower limb condition encountered in clinical practice.It recently emerged as third highest ranked topic out of 185 Chartered Society Physiotherapy Musculoskeletal Research Priority Project.For a valid assessment knee strength during rehabilitation, isometric test using isokinetic dynamometer (Cybex) and hand-held (HHD) not well received with practice.An alternative way through functional hop tests which clinicians have used to assess...