A5063119979- Connective tissue disorders research
- Hip disorders and treatments
- Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders
- Bone fractures and treatments
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Neurogenetic and Muscular Disorders Research
- Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Shoulder Injury and Treatment
- Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors
- Cardiomyopathy and Myosin Studies
- Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Bone health and osteoporosis research
- Hip and Femur Fractures
- Muscle activation and electromyography studies
- Bone health and treatments
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Effects of Vibration on Health
- Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies
- Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries
- Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies
University Hospital of Bern
2014-2023
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
2015-2023
University of Bern
2019
MGH Institute of Health Professions
2018
Boston University
2018
Massachusetts General Hospital
2018
Bern University of Applied Sciences
2013-2016
ETH Zurich
2004-2006
Introduction Neuromuscular weakness resulting in severe functional impairment is common critical care survivors. This study aimed to evaluate effects of an early progressive rehabilitation intervention mechanically ventilated adults at risk. Methods was a parallel, two-arm, assessor-blinded, randomised controlled trial with 6-months follow-up that conducted mixed ICU academic centre Switzerland. Previously independent, ventilated, critically ill expected stay ≥72 hours (n = 115) were control...
Introduction Intensive care unit acquired weakness (ICUAW) may contribute to functional disability in ICU survivors, yet performance-based data for general patients are lacking. This study explored outcomes of (1) and risk factors (2) at discharge. Methods Data from a randomised controlled trial that investigated two early exercise regimes previously independent, ventilated adults (n = 115) without any significant outcome-differences were used the present analysis. ICUAW was clinically...
To determine differences between hypermobile subjects and controls in terms of maximum strength, rate force development, balance.We recruited 13 with hypermobility 18 controls. Rate development maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) during single leg knee extension the right were measured isometrically for each subject. Balance was tested twice on a plate 15-second single-leg stands leg. (N/second) MVC (N) extracted from force-time curve as (= limit Deltaforce/Deltatime) absolute value,...
Prolonged need for intensive care is associated with neuromuscular weakness, termed Intensive Care Unit Acquired Weakness. Those affected suffer from severe functional impairment that can persist years. First studies suggest a positive effect of physiotherapy and early mobilisation. However, the ideal intervention preferential outcome not known. So far no randomised controlled trial has been conducted to specifically evaluate an endurance resistance training in mechanically ventilated,...
Introduction Early rehabilitation is indicated in critically ill adults to counter functional complications. However, the physiological response poorly understood. This study aimed determine cardiorespiratory and investigate effect of explanatory variables on changes during recovery. Methods In a prospectively planned, secondary analysis randomised controlled trial conducted tertiary, mixed intensive care unit (ICU), we analysed 716 physiotherapy-led, pragmatic sessions (including exercise,...
Abstract Aim Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) is a frequent entity, which still not fully understood. Symptoms associated with GJH are musculoskeletal disorders, decreased balance, impaired proprioception and chronic pain. The purpose of this study was to compare the passive anterior tibial translation (TT) in terms distance corresponding force between normomobile (NM) hypermobile (HM) as well NM, symptomatic (HM‐s) asymptomatic (HM‐as) women. Methods A total 195 women, 67 NM 128 HM,...
Abstract Background Generalized joint hypermobility is defined as an excessive range of motion in several joints. Having not a pathology, but when associated with pain and other symptoms, it might affect health function. Evidence for physiotherapy management sparse resistance training be possible intervention. Thus, the effects 12-week resistance-training on muscle properties function women generalized were evaluated. Methods In this single-blind randomized controlled trial between 20 40...
Background: We developed a standardized, comprehensive, ambulatory, hospital-based neurorehabilitation program ("MS-Fit") to improve disability, activities of daily living and quality life in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS).Aim: To assess feasibility, adherence satisfaction the training intervention.Design: Prospective multi-center cohort study analysis.Population: PwMS, aged 18 75 years, complaining about sclerosis-related disability affecting and/or life.Methods: A circuit consisting...
Objective:The aim of the current study was to identify differences in strength, balance and muscle activity between women with normal mobility those generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) without symptoms.Methods: A total 195 women, 67 normomobile (NM) 128 hypermobile (HM), were included this explorative cross-sectional study, whereby 56 classified as symptomatically (HM-s) 47 asymptomatically (HM-as).Peak force (Fmax) rate development (RFD) measured during single-leg maximal voluntary...
Hintergrund: Treppensteigen ist eine wichtige Alltagsaktivität, gesichertes Wissen dazu jedoch rar und die Variabilität der Bodenreaktionskräfte unklar. Die könnte Hinweise auf Stabilität oder Instabilität eines Bewegungsmusters geben.
Objective: Generalized Joint Hypermobility (GJH) is defined as a condition in which several joints move beyond their normal limits. It seems to be associated with musculoskeletal disorders, pain, reduced activity level sports and strength. The aim of the current study was record specific problems disorders hypermobile women build subgroups based on these results. As second objective, aimed identify differences between subgroups. Methods: A total 195 were included this exploratory study: 67...
Osteosynthese nach Humeruskopffraktur, Schultergelenkprothese und Rotatorenmanschetten-Refixation sind häufige OPs am Schultergelenk. 226 Patienten, die für eine dieser in das Berner Inselspital kamen, haben Bettina Haupt Kolleginnen postoperativ zu ihren Schmerzen befragt ihre Beweglichkeit dokumentiert. So entstanden Referenzwerte, helfen, den postoperativen Verlauf einzuschätzen Komplikationen schnell erkennen.
<b>Background:</b> Surgical hip dislocation (SHD) is a common procedure to treat several prob-lems, namely femoroacetabular impingements. After surgery patients are required walk with reduced weight-bearing for six eight weeks. The literature describes important changes in general health and functional state after immobilization but little known about physical recovery of these deficits. aim the study was investigate condi-tional deficits 3 12 months SHD, compare them healthy subjects....