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Filter by:The present project aims to test the feasibility of a new management mechanism for inter-visit monitoring of adolescent patients with idiopathic scoliosis that improves the quality and safety of current orthopedic treatments using information and communication technologies (ICT).
It has been reported that the head protrudes forward relative to the body from the sagittal plane associated with the anterior shifting of the line of gravity (LOG) relative to the base of support (BOS). On the other hand, the center of gravity (COG) has changed with the forward head posture (FHP) and is related to mechanical and musculoskeletal modifications due to postural control, which affects the whole body balance. Griegel-Morris et al. Reported that, after evaluating eighty-eight healthy participants, 66% had a forward head posture (FHP). In addition, he stated that the inverted head posture in the forward head posture will not only cause neck problems, but also can extend to the shoulder joint and thoracic spine. As a result, it causes a general imbalance in the musculoskeletal system. Jung-Ho Kang and his colleagues examined the effect of daily sitting times of computer users on dynamic and static balance and stated that balance ability decreased in heavy computer users. Another study on forward head posture (IBP) revealed that it limits ankle joint movement, especially in ankle plantarflexion.
Based on the hypothesis that the chest wall was still pliable in adolescence and could be reshaped in a normal position with the external suppressor applied on the chest, a pressure orthosis was started to be used in the pectus carinatum. It is the focus of attention as it is an alternative method to surgery for patients. However, the patient's compliance with the orthosis is difficult. Therefore, in our study, we aimed to investigate the Turkish Validity and Reliability of the Pectus Carinatum Evaluation Questionnaire, which is a questionnaire investigating the compliance with orthosis treatment in patients diagnosed with Pectus Carinatum by the doctor.
In children with severe pectus carinatum, a significant loss of self-esteem, impairment in social behavior due to a decrease in quality of life associated with physical appearance and mental health has been reported. However, a questionnaire measuring these problems specific to this disease is not available in Turkish. Therefore, in our study, we aimed to investigate the validity and reliability of the Pectus Carinatum Body Image Quality of Life Questionnaire (PeCBI-QOL) in patients with Pectus Carinatum.
Despite the high prevalence of low back pain, little is still known about its underlying pathology. Only a small proportion of people (~1%) have a diagnosable pathoanatomical entity causing low back pain. The other types of back pain are classified as non-specific low back pain. Thus, current back pain management typically focuses on relieving symptoms. This is largely ineffective without understanding the cause. Yet, there are some pathologies which are thought to be associated with low back pain. Vertebral bone marrow oedemas are now known to be a hallmark feature for low back pain. There are three types of vertebral bone marrow oedemas. Type I oedemas are dynamic lesions that may progress to a higher grade, stop, or even return to normal. Although the precise cause of type I oedemas is not well understood, loading on the spine plays a key role in its development. Lumbar braces are known to reduce loads on the spine. Thus, they may reduce the size of oedema by modifying loads on the spine. The investigators already know that wearing a lumbar brace reduces pain in people with back pain and type I vertebral bone marrow oedemas. Unfortunately, there is no study showing that pain reduction with bracing is associated with a reduction of oedema. The goal of this study is to determine if wearing a lumbar brace for six weeks will reduce the dimensions of type I vertebral bone marrow oedema.
Low back pain accounts for billions of dollars in health care expenditures. Most cases of back pain do not have a clear cause. Thus, low back pain management methods usually rely on targeting people' pain and discomfort. Painkillers, including opioids, are usually prescribed in the emergency departments for people with low back pain. But, like all medications, painkillers can have side effects, and some of those can be serious. There are also serious concerns about the overuse of painkillers. Thus, newer pain management methods are needed to reduce the use of painkillers in people with low back pain. Lumbar braces are one of the underutilized low back pain management methods in the emergency departments. Like crutches for leg and ankle injuries, they can minimise movements of the spine. This may decrease people pain and improve their function. This may also reduce the use of painkillers. In support of this approach, two recent studies conducted in a primary-care setting observed a reduction in the use of painkillers in people with low back pain who wore lumbar braces. The investigators are conducting this study to determine if wearing a lumbar brace for 4 weeks following emergency department presentation will reduce people's pain and discomfort and increase spine function. This may decrease the use of painkiller and future use of healthcare resources. This research study may also assist emergency-department staff with offering new recommendations to improve the quality of clinical decisions.