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Filter by:The prevalence and adverse effect of diaphragm dysfunction (DD) after bilateral-lung transplant (LT) are still unclear, despite a well-known negative impact on weaning and outcome in other cohorts of critically ill and surgical patients. Objects: The primary aim is investigating the prevalence of DD, assessed using point-of-care ultrasound and defined as diaphragm thickening fraction (TFdi) < 29%, at the first weaning trial after LT. Secondary aims are investigating the impact of DD on weaning (defined success or failure according to pre-defined criteria, neuroventilatory efficiency (EAdi or NVE), perioperative (14-day) pneumonia, ICU length of stay (LOS), in-hospital mortality, and identifying potential risk factors for DD. Moreover, we aim to study the correlation between TFdi versus EAdi/NVE and the rapid shallow breathing index (RSBI), respectively.
The primary purpose of the study is to assess the muscle contractility and sensitivity of lumbar erector spinae, biceps femoris, and gluteus maximus short-term response to Tabata kettlebell swing protocol.
INTRODUCTION: There are several ways to assess muscle strength: not only subjective ways, but also high standard equipment, such as isokinetic dynamometers. These, however, are expensive, and require extensive training. Over the years, manual dynamometers were produced, portable equipment that simplify its use. Among them, a national equipment was developed, but its reliability and validation are yet to be confirmed, compared to equipment already used, such as the Lafayette®. OBJECTIVE: Assess the reliability of a new manual dynamometer - Medeor® device (SP Tech model) -, in relation to the gold standard, Lafayette® device (model 01165), already validated, in the evaluation of muscle strength of the knee and hip groups. METHODS: A total of 26 recruits of both sexes were selected. Muscle strength was measured by Lafayette® and Medeor® dynamometers in the following groups: knee flexors and extensors; flexors, extensors, abductors, adductors, hips internal and external rotators. Each data was collected 3 times, and then the average was calculated.
to compare the effects of the Mirror therapy and fine motor activities on hand function in chronic stroke patients
This research trial studies the effect of an online, live and interactive strength training program on physical function and strength in older adults with prediabetes.
The postpartum period is excessively weak and have hypotonic abdominal muscles, making the ligaments and connective tissue softer and more elastic. The importance of exercise in the postpartum period is very important in this regard. This study will be a Randomized control trial used to compare the effects of diaphragmatic breathing with and without abdominal muscles strength training program on pelvic floor strength and endurance and quality of life in postnatal women. Subjects meeting the inclusion and exclusion criteria will be divided into two groups using lottery method. Assessment will be done using PERFECT scheme questionnaire and SF- 36 quality of life questionnaire. Subjects in one group will receive diaphragmatic breathing exercises along with pelvic muscle strength training and subjects in other group will receive only diaphragmatic breathing exercises. Each subject will receive 12 treatment sessions for 4 weeks. Results will be analyzed for any change by using SPSS25.
Postoperative pulmonary complications after thoracotomy cause morbidity and mortality. Although the causes of postoperative pulmonary complication are multifactorial, respiratory muscle dysfunction is a contributing factor to the development of postoperative pulmonary complication. This phenomenon has been explained by changes in respiratory muscle mechanics and operative function. Exercise interventions following lung resection have been shown to be associated with benefits on functional capacity, quality of life, shoulder pain, and shoulder function. Following thoracotomy, postoperative pulmonary complications are a significant cause of morbidity and cause significant increase in health care costs, intensive care and hospital stay, and patient discomfort. Conventional physiotherapy and rehabilitation program applied after thoracotomy reduces hospital stay and incidence of atelectasis. Thoracotomy may also result in long-term limitation of shoulder function and range of motion, reduced muscle strength, chronic pain, and reduced health-related quality of life. Physiotherapy program; It provides some benefits such as reduction of pain, improvement of shoulder function and physical components of quality of life. Based on these findings; It is recommended that physiotherapists provide a postoperative exercise program aimed at reducing shoulder dysfunction and pain, including progressive shoulder and rib cage exercises and a home program after discharge. In recent years, the popularity of Tai Chi, Qigong and yoga, also known as body-mind exercises in the treatment of chronic diseases, has increased.
Intensive care unit-acquired muscle weakness (ICUAMW) is a common problem following an ICU admission and is associated with prolonged hospitalization, delayed weaning and increased mortality. Up to 25% of patients requiring mechanical ventilation (MV) for greater than 7 days develop ICUAW, and this figure may rise to 50-100% in the septic population. Long-term follow-up studies of survivors of critical illness have demonstrated significantly impaired health-related quality of life and physical functioning up to 5 years after ICU discharge, with weakness being the most commonly reported physical limitation. Early rehabilitation has been shown to be safe and feasible; however, commencement is often delayed due to a patient's inability to cooperate. An intervention that begins early in ICU admission without the need for patient volition may be beneficial in attenuating muscle wasting. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation and early physical activity on ICU acquired muscle weakness in mechanically ventilated patient
The aim of this study is to examine the prevalence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and the relationship between functional level, posture, muscle strength, pelvic floor muscle control, participation in activities of daily living, and quality of life that may be associated with these symptoms. Forty-five children with DMD between the ages of 5-18 (Age: 9.00±3.32 years, Weight: 31,10±12,59 kg, Height: 125,87±18,46 cm) and their families were included in the study. LUTS was assessed with Dysfunctional Voiding And Incontinence Scoring System, functional level with Brooke Upper Extremity Functional Classification and Vignos Scale, posture with the New York Posture Assessment Questionnaire, Baseline Bubble Inclinometer (10602, Fabrication Enterprises Inc. New York, USA) and Baseline Digital Inclinometer (12-1057, Fabrication Enterprises Inc, New York, USA), participation in activities of daily living was assessed with the Barthel Index and quality of life was assessed with the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory 3.0 Neuromuscular Module. Also, using the Hoggan microFET2 (Hoggan Scientific, LLC, Salt Lake City UT, USA) device, hip flexors, quadriceps femoris muscles, shoulder flexors, elbow extensors, elbow flexors, trunk extensors and flexors were evaluated in terms of muscle strength. Evaluations were made once, and the associated factors were compared in the group with and without LUTS, and the relationship between the factors and the severity of LUTS was examined.
A few recent observational studies show that despite the lack of clear recommendations, many individuals with myasthenia participate in exercise. However, no link has been found between exercise and the severity of myasthenia symptoms, measured by the Muscle Myasthenia Score or the Myasthenia Gravis Composite Score. This suggests that there are other factors that may limit or prevent some individuals from being active, or factors which may facilitate participation in exercise. Studies in other diseases have shown that there are internal (beliefs, motivation, etc.) and external (cost, accessibility, etc.) factors unrelated to the disease which may play a role in exercise participation. The aim of this study is to identify factors that facilitate or limit exercise in individuals with autoimmune myasthenia gravis, congenital myasthenia syndrome and Lambert-Eaton syndrome.