The purpose of this study was to examine a young athletic population update the data regarding epidemiology and disability associated with ankle injuries. At United States Military Academy, all cadets presenting injuries during 2-month period were included in prospective observational study. initial evaluation an extensive questionnaire, physical examination, radiographs. Ankle sprain treatment supervised rehabilitation program. Subjects reevaluated at 6 weeks months subjective assessment,...

Abstract Strength deficits in persons with Parkinson's disease (PD) have been identified as a contributor to bradykinesia. However, there is little research that examines the effect of resistance training on muscle size, force production, and mobility PD. The purpose this exploratory study was examine, PD, changes quadriceps volume, result 12‐week high‐force eccentric program compare effects standard‐care control. Nineteen individuals idiopathic PD were recruited consented participate....

Anterior compartment pressures of the leg as well kinematic and kinetic measures are significantly influenced by running technique. It is unknown whether adopting a forefoot strike technique will decrease pain disability associated with chronic exertional syndrome (CECS) in hindfoot runners.For people who have CECS, lead to decreased this condition.Case series; Level evidence, 4.Ten patients CECS indicated for surgical release were prospectively enrolled. Resting postrunning pressures,...

The authors previously reported that focused eccentric resistance training during the first 15 weeks following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R) induced greater short-term increases in muscle volume, strength, and measures of function relative to standard rehabilitation. purpose this study was evaluate effects early progressive exercise on volume at 1 year after ACL-R.Forty patients who had undergone an ACL-R were randomly assigned 2 groups: a group received (n=20)...

Background: Thigh muscle atrophy is a major impairment that occurs early after reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament and persists for several years. Eccentric resistance training has potential to induce considerable gains in size strength could prove beneficial during postoperative rehabilitation. The purpose this study was evaluate effects progressive eccentric exercise on thigh structure following ligament. Methods: Beginning three weeks ligament, forty patients were randomly...

Study Design Randomized, matched design. Background Optimal rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R) requires safe and effective interventions. Negative work exercise (via eccentric muscle activity) has the potential to be highly at producing large quadriceps size strength gains early after ACL-R. The purpose of this investigation was evaluate short-term safety efficacy adding a progressive negative program via (ECC) ergometry Methods Measures Beginning 3...

It is common clinical practice to assess muscle strength during examination of patients following shoulder injury or surgery. Strength comparisons are often made between the patient's injured and uninjured shoulders, with side used as a reference without regard upper extremity dominance. Despite importance measurements, little known about expected normal baselines shoulder. The purpose this study was report normative values for isometric physically active college-age men women history...

Background: Thigh muscle atrophy is a major impairment that occurs early after reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament and persists for several years. Eccentric resistance training has potential to induce considerable gains in size strength could prove beneficial during postoperative rehabilitation. The purpose this study was evaluate effects progressive eccentric exercise on thigh structure following ligament. Methods: Beginning three weeks ligament, forty patients were randomly...

To determine the immediate effects of Kinesio taping directed to hip and manipulation lumbopelvic region in individuals with unilateral patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).PFPS affects up 25% general population. Despite high prevalence, this condition is not clearly understood, as evidenced by numerous proposed causes recommended treatments. Notwithstanding, recent evidence suggests that treatments at or spine may lead beneficial results.A convenience sample 18 participants (12 men 6 women,...

Case report.To present a progressively increasing negative-work exercise program via eccentric ergometry early after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL-R) and to suggest the potential of negative work amplify return quadriceps size strength.The patient was 26-year-old highly active recreational athlete who sustained an ACL tear while skiing in January 2004 then again February 2005. This individual underwent arthroscopically assisted ACL-R with double-loop semitendinosusgracilis...

Abnormal movement patterns have been identified as important prospective risk factors for lower extremity injury, including anterior cruciate ligament injury. Specifically, poor neuromuscular control during the early landing phase has associated with increased injury risk. Although it is commonly assumed that higher division collegiate athletes generally exhibit better than athletes, few studies compare biomechanical differences on basic tasks such jump between various levels of athletic...

Data generated from telemetry devices, such as acceleration and speed, are used in a variety of industries to determine the risk profile driver. This paper considers addition road gradient contextual variable driving behavior model specifically if driver is influenced by different grades. behavioral demonstrated comparing performance heavy vehicle drivers with without grade variable. done using accelerometer data 48 goods vehicles over an entire month, appending elevation digital (DEM) data,...

Das Begutachtungsverfahren der Medizinischen Dienste Krankenversicherung (MDK) zur Einstufungsempfehlung in gesetzlichen Pflegeversicherung gerät immer wieder die Kritik. Verfahren ist sehr aufwändig und hinsichtlich seiner Validität Reliabilität nicht auf breiter Basis getestet. Es stellt sich Frage, ob ein vergleichbares Ergebnis auch mit einem einfacheren verlässlicheren Instrument erreicht werden kann, beispielsweise dem Barthel-Index.

Lisfranc joint injuries are fairly uncommon; however, few hold such an elevated potential for devastating chronic secondary pain and disability. It is imperative when evaluating injury to the ankle or foot have a high clinical index of suspicion injury, as physical examination findings often subtle.An 18-year-old military cadet reported direct-access sports therapy clinic with pain. Despite negative radiographic findings, there was based on mechanism examination. A computed tomography scan...

A 19-year-old male presented to a direct access physical therapy clinic with complaint of left ankle pain after “rolling it” multiple times on uneven terrain. The therapist, having imaging privileges, ordered radiographs due the patient's severe tenderness and difficulty weight bearing. Except for medial soft tissue swelling, were interpreted as normal by radiologist. however, observed radiographic lucency within talar neck magnetic resonance further evaluate area concern. Magnetic revealed...

The patient was a 39-year-old man who self-referred to physical therapist with chief complaint of right wrist pain after falling backward onto an outstretched hand the previous day. Based on suspicion fracture, radiographs (posterior-to-anterior, lateral, and oblique views) were completed, which revealed comminuted dorsal triquetrum fracture. referred orthopaedic surgeon recommended nonoperative management.

The patient was an 18-year-old male military trainee who presented to a physical therapist with chief complaint of right ankle pain following combined plantar flexion-eversion injury 3 days earlier. Based on the suspicion fracture, radiographs were ordered by therapist. On lateral radiographic view, longitudinal nondisplaced fracture posterior aspect distal tibia appreciated. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2011;41(8):615. doi:10.2519/jospt.2011.0417