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Critical Reviews™ in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
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2019
Preface: Rehabilitation with a Focus on Pathologies that Significantly Impact the Quality of Life
v-vi
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020033464
Rajani
Mullerpatan
Mahatma Gandhi Mission School of Physiotherapy, MGM Institute of Health Sciences, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai-410209, Maharashtra, India
Markad
Kamath
Department of Medicine, McMaster University, 1200 Main St. West, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3Z5, Canada
musculo skeletal disorders
arthroplasty
low back pain
diabetic neuropathy
preface and therefore no abstract.
Predictors of a Second Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Following Reconstruction−A Systematic Review
293-308
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020032658
Martin Krahn
Thomsen
Sport Sciences-Performance and Technology, Dept. of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
Mark Bruun
Kristensen
Sport Sciences–Performance and Technology, Dept. of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
Martin Landbo
Gregersen
Sport Sciences-Performance and Technology, Dept. of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
Carsten Møller
Mølgaard
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark; Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Aalborg University Hospital, Hobrovej, Aalborg, Denmark
Pascal
Madeleine
Physical Activity and Human Performance group-SMI, Sport Sciences-Performance and Technology, Dept. of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
Mathias
Kristiansen
Sport Sciences-Performance and Technology, Dept. of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
reinjury risk
isokinetic dynamometry
noncontact mechanism
rehabilitation
functional performance
injury prevention
biomechanics
Return to sport following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) exposes individuals to risk of a second ACL injury. A possible explanation for this risk is the limited consensus regarding standardized criteria used to evaluate readiness for a safe return to sport. The aim of this systematic review was to synthesize existing literature concerning predictors of a second ACL injury. A systematic literature search was conducted between September 10, 2019, and September 13, 2019, using the PubMed, SPORTDiscus, and Scopus databases. Demographic information and predictors of a second ACL injury were extracted from each study included in the review. Six prospective studies met the inclusion criteria. Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score-Quality of Life, the shortened version of the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia, and hamstring/quadriceps ratio were found to predict ipsilateral graft rupture. Predictors of a second ACL injury to either limb were identified as net hip internal rotator moment impulse, greater frontal plane knee range of motion, greater knee moment asymmetry in sagittal plane, deficits in postural stability, and patients classified as high-risk based on their performance in the triple hop for distance. Finally, the low quadriceps strength limb symmetry index was found to predict all acute knee reinjuries. The findings of this systematic review identified relevant predictors based on self-reported and objectively measured outcomes identifying the risk of a second ACL injury. The findings contribute guidance to clinicians toward relevant predictors that should be involved in an efficient decision-making process concerning a safe return to sport.
Reporting of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Fish-Processing Workers: A Narrative Review
309-320
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2019030923
Rajesh G. V.
Navada
Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India-576104
Somu
Gangahanumaiah
Department of Hospital Administration, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India-576104
G. Arun
Maiya
Centre for Diabetic Foot Care and Research, Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE University), Manipal India
Vasudeva
Guddattu
Department of Data Science, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India-576104
musculoskeletal disorders
work-related musculoskeletal disorders
prevalence
fish processing workers
fish industry
risk factors
joint complaints
joint manifestation
Background: Industrial work involving static, repetitive, and vibratory movements is associated with considerable risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Fish-processing workers are highly exposed to various occupational hazards that result in work-related musculo-skeletal disorders (WMSDs). However, literature reviews about MSDs are scarce. Therefore, we present a review of the literature on the prevalence of MSDs and the risk factors associated with fish-processing industry workers.
Method: A literature search was conducted in various databases published from inception until 2018. After selection, analysis, and retrieval based on predetermined key words, inclusion, and exclusion criteria, five studies were included. Only articles published in English were considered.
Results: In this review, we demonstrate that fish-processing workers are at an increased risk of MSDs. Among these risks, the prevalence of neck and shoulder injury is high. The risk factors involved include (1) beyond 45 years of age, (2) job experience exceeding 3 years, (3) repetitive-ness, that is, the work of a section receiving a cycle time < 30 seconds, and (4 lifting loads > 25 kg ten times per day.
Conclusion: The review highlights the increased rate of WMSDs reported and the considerable risk factors among fish-processing workers.
Comparison of the Effects of Positional Release Therapy and Lumbar Stabilization Exercises in the Management of Chronic Mechanical Low Back Pain−Randomized Controlled Trial
321-332
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020032738
Usman Usman
Zakari
Department of Physiotherapy, Federal Medical Centre Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, Nigeria
Bashir
Bello
Department of Physiotherapy, Bayero University Kano, Kano State, Nigeria
Ganiyu O.
Sokumbi
Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria
Abdulsalam Mohammed
Yakasai
Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
Musa Sani
Danazumi
Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria; Department of Physiotherapy, Federal Medical Centre Nguru, Yobe State, Nigeria
positional release therapy
lumbar stabilization exercises
mechanical low back pain
rehabilitation
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of positional release therapy (PRT) and lumbar stabilization exercises (LSEs) in individuals with chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP). This was a single-blind randomized controlled trial. A total of 62 individuals diagnosed with CMLBP were randomly allocated into three groups: 21 participants each in the PRT and LSE groups and 20 participants in the control group. Participants were assessed at baseline, and after eight weeks of intervention using the verbal rating scale (VRS), the Short Form-12 Health Survey Questionnaire (SF-12), and the Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI). The Kruskal-Wallis test was used to determine between-group differences, and the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks test was used to determine within-group differences. The results indicated a statistically significant difference across groups in pain intensity (PI) (P < 0.05). Post hoc analysis using the Mann-Whitney U test indicated that PI was statistically lower in the experimental groups at eight weeks of intervention. However, PI did not differ significantly between experimental groups (P > 0.05). The results indicated statistically significant differences (P < 0.05) within the experimental groups in all outcomes. In contrast, there was no significant difference observed within the control group (P > 0.05). The findings of this study indicate that both PRT and LSEs are effective in the management of CMLBP but that neither technique is better than the other.
Rehabilitation Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Review
333-344
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020032318
Neha
Kamath
Dept. of Medical Science, Western University, London, N6A 3K7, ON, Canada
Chaitanya
Karimanasseri
Department of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4K1, Canada
Vivek
Patel
Departments of Interdisciplinary Sciences and Medicine, McMaster University, Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, 10b Victoria St South, Kitchener Ontario, N2G 1C5, Canada; Department of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, L8S 4K1, Ontario, Canada; Departments of Kinesiology and Medicine, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, L8S 4L9, Ontario, Canada
knee
rehabilitation
arthroplasty
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA), the surgical reconstruction of the knee, is one of the most popular elective surgical procedures in the world. The most critical part of the process, however, is postsurgical rehabilitation, which targets maximum joint motion, pain control, and increasing muscle strength.1 Many different methods can be utilized in rehabilitation, but patient-specific needs can pose a challenge in determining the most effective postoperative treatment. This review highlights the variety of techniques available to physicians today, including physical therapy, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, cold compress, balance training, exercise, and emotional support. Rehabilitation is crucial in restoring muscle, increasing mobility, and decreasing postsurgical pain2 to allow patients to return promptly to many everyday activities.
Effects of Electrocompression Therapy on Walking Distance and Pain Reduction in Patients with Diabetic Neuropathy
345-352
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020031158
G. Arun
Maiya
Centre for Diabetic Foot Care and Research, Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE University), Manipal India
Sampath Kumar
Amaravadi
Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health Sciences, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates; Department of Physiotherapy, Institute of Sport, Nursing and Allied Health, University of Chichester, Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6PE, United Kingdom
Esha
Arora
Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India -576104
Shubha
Gundmi
Department of Physiotherapy, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India -576104
L.
Ramachandra
Department of Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India -576104
Manjunath
Hande
Department of General Medicine, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India -576104
diabetic peripheral neuropathic foot
circulatory device
FlowAid
compression therapy
pain
Complications associated with diabetes may be categorized as macrovascular and microvascular. Among them, diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is one of the major complications of the foot. Conservative methods available to treat diabetic neuropathic foot include electrical stimulation and laser therapy. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of a commercial electrocompression device on pain and walking distance in diabetic neuropathic foot. A total of 200 individuals were screened for the study and, on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria, 20 were selected to participate in the study. The participants' basic demographic details were collected along with their diabetic status, and they were screened for diabetic neuropathy. Individuals with respiratory complications, cardiac complications, and neuromuscular disorder which would restrict a six-minute walking test, cancer patients, and foot ulcer patients were excluded. All participants were treated with FlowAid FA-100, a sequential contraction compression therapy device (SCCD). The primary outcome measures pre- and postintervention were 6-min walk distance and visual analog scale (VAS) pain score. The mean age of the participants was 63.05 ± 10; the mean duration of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) was 9.7 ± 4.32 years. The ankle brachial index (ABI) was 0.95 ± 0.17; the toe brachial index (TBI) was 0.58 ± 0.13. We found a statistically significant increase in 6-min walk distance (pre: 161.7 ± 48.2 m; post: 260.09 ± 37.4 m, P-value < 0.001) and a decrease in VAS pain score (pre: 7.5 ± 1.05 m; post: 3.2 ± 0.76 m, P-value < 0.001). Sequential contraction compression therapy administered by a commercially available device was shown to reduce pain, leading to improvement in walking distance.
Comparison of Motor Relearning Program with Bilateral Arm Training on Upper-Extremity Control in Subacute Stroke Survivors
353-361
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020031239
Gurjeet
Kaur
Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India
Prashant S.
Kulkarni
Neurosciences and Research, Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance, Mohali, Punjab, India
Animesh
Hazari
School of Physiotherapy and Paramedical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India-144411; Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance, Mohali, Punjab, India
stroke survivor
upper-extremity function
motor learning program
bilateral arm training
Restoring upper-extremity function is of vital importance to gain independence in the activities of daily living and thus improve quality of life. Most of the manual activities that we perform day in and day out require coordination of both hands, necessitating training in upper-limb coordination and preparing for natural use of both hands. The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of a motor relearning program (MRP) with bilateral task-related training in subacute-phase stroke survivors. Sixteen patients with subacute middle cerebral artery (MCA) stroke (4 weeks to 6 months) who had the first onset of unilateral hemorrhagic (n = 3) or ischemic lesion (n = 6) were recruited into the study by purposive sampling. The study was conducted in three multispecialty hospitals in Jalandhar, Punjab, India. A pre/postanalysis after three weeks of intervention for each group was done to test the efficacy of the motor relearning program and bilateral arm training (BAT) on upper-extremity functions like grasp, grip, pinch, and gross movement on components of the action research arm test (ARAT) and the Fugl Mayer Assessment (FMA). Statistical analysis for pre/posttesting was done using SPSS 16. Post-intervention, both groups improved on the FMA and ARAT, but the motor relearning program showed more significant improvement in bilateral arm training in gross movement, with posttreatment change scores in group comparisons of 4.75 (9.00). The upper-extremity component of the FMA showed significantly more improvement in the bilateral arm training group compared with the motor relearning program. Posttreatment change scores in group comparisons were 21.63 (26.38). The level of significance was set at P < 0.05. According to the findings of the study, grasp, grip, pinch, and gross movement components of the ARAT and FMA in subacute stroke survivors showed significant improvement after application of motor relearning and bilateral arm training. Thus, it is suggested that MRP and BAT are effective for upper-extremity rehabilitation in subacute stroke survivors.
Isokinetic Assessment of the Knee of Amateur Soccer and Amateur Rugby Players
363-374
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020032808
Youness
Abdelfettah
Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University Hospital Mohammed VI Marrakesh; Faculty of Medicine, Cadi Ayad University Marrakesh; Morocco
Davelle Doungou
Ngandzali
Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University Hospital Mohammed VI Marrakesh, Faculty of Medicine, Cadi Ayad University Marrakesh, Morocco
Hasna
Ouazzani
Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University Hospital Mohammed VI Marrakesh, Faculty of Medicine, Cadi Ayad University Marrakesh, Morocco
Brahim
Erouam
Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University Hospital Mohammed VI Marrakesh, Faculty of Medicine, Cadi Ayad University Marrakesh, Morocco
Kassimi
El Hassan
Unit of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Agadir Hospital, Morocco
isokinetic
knee
soccer player
rugby
Introduction: Isokinetic technique is an objective and reproducible assessment of muscle strength. Due to high rates of knee injury among soccer and rugby players, the condition of knee joint muscles is critical not only for physical therapists, but also for improving the performance of the players.
Aims: Comparing the strength of the knee flexors and extensors between amateur soccer players and rugby players as well as the level of strength according to the function occupied on the field.
Materials and Methods: Twelve soccer and 10 rugby players were selected based on occupying different functions on the field and were assessed on the isokinetic dynamometer, Cybex Norm. The isokinetic muscle strength of the quadriceps and hamstrings in the concentric mode was measured at two angular velocities: 60°/s and 180°/s. The parameters studied were peak torque and hamstring on quadriceps ratio.
Results: There was no significant difference in the isokinetic strength of the extensors and flexors between the soccer players and rugby players at both speeds. However, in soccer players, the torque in Newton Meter of the non-dominant knee extensors of the goalkeepers and defenders group at high speed was statistically higher than the torque of the strikers and midfielders group (P < 0.05). Likewise, in rugby players the torque at lowspeed of the non-dominant knee extensors of upper front line players was statistically higher than the torque of the backline players (P < 0.05).
Conclusion: Regardless of the anthropometric characteristics, there is a difference in isokinetic strength depending on the function occupied on the field by the athlete.
The Effect of a 4-Week Wobble Board Training Program on Proprioceptive Acuity
375-383
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.2020031111
Jacqueline
Raymond
The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sydney, Australia
Claire
Hiller
The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sydney, Australia
proprioception
balance training
ankle joint
Background: Wobbleboard (WB) training is frequently used in the rehabilitation of ankle sprains, and improvement in proprioception is considered to underpin training success.
Aim: To determine if proprioceptive acuity, measured as inversion/eversion movement detection, improved with WB training in participants with chronic ankle instability (CAI).
Method: Thirty-two participants with CAI, defined as recurrent ankle sprain, were randomly allocated to either a WB training group (n = 16) or a non-training control group (n = 16). Participants in the WB training group trained for 12 minutes, twice daily, for 4 weeks. Proprioceptive acuity was measured before and after the training intervention or control period as the 70% detection threshold of passive inversion and eversion movements imposed at the ankle joint. Propriocep-tive acuity was measured at three velocities (0.1, 0.5, and 2.5 degrees/sec [deg/s]). The change in proprioceptive acuity from pre- to posttest at each velocity was compared between groups by independent t-test.
Results: WB training significantly improved proprioceptive acuity at 0.1 deg/sec compared to a non-training control (mean change WB group: -1.1 ± 0.92 deg/s, control group: -0.2 ± 0.53 deg/s, P = 0.002). However, there was no significant difference between the groups at either 0.5 deg/s or 2.5 deg/s.
Conclusion: A 4-week WB training program improved proprioceptive acuity in the inversion/eversion direction only at the slowest velocity. This may reflect a training specificity effect rather than an overall proprioceptive change.
Index, Volume 31, 2019
384-390
10.1615/CritRevPhysRehabilMed.v31.i4.100