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Steurer H, Albrecht F, Gustafsson JK, Razi A, Franzén E, Schalling E. Speech and neuroimaging effects following HiCommunication: a randomized controlled group intervention trial in Parkinson's disease. Brain Commun 2024; 6:fcae235. [PMID: 39051026 PMCID: PMC11267236 DOI: 10.1093/braincomms/fcae235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
Abstract
Speech, voice and communication changes are common in Parkinson's disease. HiCommunication is a novel group intervention for speech and communication in Parkinson's disease based on principles driving neuroplasticity. In a randomized controlled trial, 95 participants with Parkinson's disease were allocated to HiCommunication or an active control intervention. Acoustic analysis was performed pre-, post- and six months after intervention. Intention-to-treat analyses with missing values imputed in linear multilevel models and complimentary per-protocol analyses were performed. The proportion of participants with a clinically relevant increase in the primary outcome measure of voice sound level was calculated. Resting-state functional MRI was performed pre- and post-intervention. Spectral dynamic causal modelling and the parametric empirical Bayes methods were applied to resting-state functional MRI data to describe effective connectivity changes in a speech-motor-related network of brain regions. From pre- to post-intervention, there were significant group-by-time interaction effects for the measures voice sound level in text reading (unstandardized b = 2.3, P = 0.003), voice sound level in monologue (unstandardized b = 2.1, P = 0.009), Acoustic Voice Quality Index (unstandardized b = -0.5, P = 0.016) and Harmonics-to-Noise Ratio (unstandardized b = 1.3, P = 0.014) post-intervention. For 59% of the participants, the increase in voice sound level after HiCommunication was clinically relevant. There were no sustained effects at the six-month follow-up. In the effective connectivity analysis, there was a significant decrease in inhibitory self-connectivity in the left supplementary motor area and increased connectivity from the right supplementary motor area to the left paracentral gyrus after HiCommunication compared to after the active control intervention. In conclusion, the HiCommunication intervention showed promising effects on voice sound level and voice quality in people with Parkinson's disease, motivating investigations of barriers and facilitators for implementation of the intervention in healthcare settings. Resting-state brain effective connectivity was altered following the intervention in areas implicated, possibly due to reorganization in brain networks.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hanna Steurer
- Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Division of Speech and Language Pathology, Karolinska Institutet, 141 86 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
- Research & Development Unit, Stockholms Sjukhem, 112 19 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, 141 83 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
- Women’s Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Medical Unit Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, 141 57 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Division of Speech and Language Pathology, Karolinska Institutet, 141 86 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
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- School of Psychological Sciences, Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, 3800, Australia
- Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging, Institute of Neurology, University College London, London WC1N 3AR, UK
- CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program, CIFAR, Toronto, ON M5G 1M1, Canada
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- Research & Development Unit, Stockholms Sjukhem, 112 19 Stockholm, Sweden
- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, 141 83 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
- Women’s Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Medical Unit Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, 141 57 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Division of Speech and Language Pathology, Karolinska Institutet, 141 86 Huddinge, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Speech-Language Pathology, Uppsala University, 751 22 Uppsala, Sweden
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Zheng Y, Shen Y, Feng R, Hu W, Huang P. Research progress on the application of anti-gravity treadmill in the rehabilitation of Parkinson's disease patients: a mini review. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1401256. [PMID: 38882698 PMCID: PMC11176542 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1401256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
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Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor and non-motor symptoms. It is the second most common chronic progressive neurodegenerative disease. PD still lacks a known cure or prophylactic medication. Current treatments primarily address symptoms without halting the progression of PD, and the side effects of dopaminergic therapy become more apparent over time. In contrast, physical therapy, with its lower risk of side effects and potential cardiovascular benefits, may provide greater benefits to patients. The Anti-Gravity Treadmill is an emerging rehabilitation therapy device with high safety, which minimizes patients' fear and allows them to focus more on a normal, correct gait, and has a promising clinical application. Based on this premise, this study aims to summarize and analyze the relevant studies on the application of the anti-gravity treadmill in PD patients, providing a reference for PD rehabilitation practice and establishing a theoretical basis for future research in this area.
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- Yalin Zheng
- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China
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Malmir K, Ashrafganjooie M. Effects of HiBalance training program on physical function of individuals with idiopathic Parkinson disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur Geriatr Med 2023; 14:1273-1288. [PMID: 37698784 DOI: 10.1007/s41999-023-00860-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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PURPOSE The effectiveness of the HiBalance training program for individuals with Parkinson disease (PD) remains debated, prompting a systematic investigation. This study aims to assess whether the HiBalance training program yields favorable outcomes on physical function and self-reported function measures in PD individuals. METHODS A systematic search across PubMed, Cochrane Library, Ovid, Scopus, and PEDro databases identified studies exploring HiBalance training's impact on physical function in idiopathic PD. Publication date restrictions were not applied. Two independent reviewers evaluated bias risk using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool and study quality using the PEDro scale. Effect size (standardized mean difference, SMD) and heterogeneity (Higgins I2) were determined. RESULTS Six studies underwent qualitative analysis, with two randomized-controlled trials and one multi-center clinical trial being included in the meta-analysis. HiBalance training exhibited a significant impact on physical function (SMD = 0.49; P = 0.0003). The Mini-BESTest score and gait velocity displayed improvements with moderate-effect sizes. However, solely gait velocity showed clinical enhancement. Yet, these benefits did not remain at the 6- and 12-month follow-ups post-intervention. Self-reported function measures showed no alteration post-HiBalance training. Publication bias was absent. CONCLUSION HiBalance training led to clinically significant improvements solely in gait velocity, though these gains waned over time. The findings suggest the necessity of refining the HiBalance program to sustain positive outcomes and ensure lasting enhancements. This underscores the importance of post-HiBalance training exercise programs to maintain benefits in the long term. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER The protocol of this review and meta-analysis was registered at PROSPERO (CRD42022325649). Available from: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42022325649 .
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- Kazem Malmir
- School of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Department, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, P. O. Box: 113635-1683, Tehran, Iran.
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- School of Paramedical Sciences, Physical Therapy Department, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Khalil H, Rehan R, Al-Sharman A, Aburub AS, Darabseh MZ, Alomari MA, Aburub A, El-Salem K. Exercise capacity in people with Parkinson's disease: which clinical characteristics are important? Physiother Theory Pract 2022:1-9. [PMID: 35192419 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2042634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND People with Parkinson's (PwP) are suffering from reduced exercise capacity. However, little information is known about clinical correlates of exercise capacity in this population. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate correlations between motor and non-motor symptoms with exercise capacity in PwP. METHODS A total of 50 individuals with Parkinson's disease participated in the study. Exercise capacity was measured by 6 minutes' walk test (6MWT). Besides, the Movement Disorder Society-Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale-Part III used to evaluate disease motor severity, Berg Balance Scale to assess balance, Montréal Cognitive Assessment to evaluate cognitive status, hospital anxiety and depression scale to assess depression and anxiety, Modified Fatigue Impact scale to evaluate fatigue, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index to evaluate sleep quality. RESULTS The results showed that exercise capacity, when measured by the 6MWT, can be significantly predicted by balance, disease motor severity, anxiety, and age (R2 = 0.61 P < .0001). CONCLUSION These results suggest that exercise capacity in PwP is multifactorial and can potentially be predicted by balance, motor severity, anxiety, and age.
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- Hanan Khalil
- College of Health Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Isra University, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Allied Medical Sciences, Division of Physiotherapy, Aqaba University of Technology, Aqaba, Jordan.,Centre of Musculoskeletal Sciences and Sport Medicine, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Isra University, Amman, Jordan.,School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Keele University, Newcastle Under Lyme, UK
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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Kinesiophobia Levels in Patients with Parkinson's Disease: A Case-Control Investigation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18094791. [PMID: 33946205 PMCID: PMC8124702 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18094791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background: Kinesiophobia can be an obstacle to physical and motor activity in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD affects patients’ independence in carrying out daily activities. It also impacts a patient’s biopsychosocial well-being. The objective of this study was to analyze the levels and scores of kinesiophobia in PD patients and compare them with healthy volunteers. Methods: We deployed a case-control study and recruited 124 subjects (mean age 69.18 ± 9.12). PD patients were recruited from a center of excellence for Parkinson’s disease (cases n = 62). Control subjects were recruited from the same hospital (control n = 62). Kinesiophobia total scores and categories were self-reported using the Spanish version of the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK-11). Results: Differences between cases and control groups were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U test. Statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) were shown between groups when comparing kinesiophobia categories (or levels) and total scores, revealing higher kinesiophobia symptoms and levels in PD patients. All of the PD patients reported some degree of kinesiophobia (TSK-11 ≥ 18), while the majority of PD patients (77.3%) had kinesiophobia scores rated as moderate to severe (TSK-11 ≥ 25). On the other hand, ~45.1% of controls reported no or slight kinesiophobia and 53.2% reported moderate kinesiophobia. Conclusions: Total kinesiophobia scores were significantly higher in PD patients compared with healthy controls, with moderate to severe kinesiophobia levels prevailing in PD patients. Therefore, individuals living with PD should be evaluated and controlled in order to detect initial kinesiophobia symptoms.
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Keshner EA, Lamontagne A. The Untapped Potential of Virtual Reality in Rehabilitation of Balance and Gait in Neurological Disorders. FRONTIERS IN VIRTUAL REALITY 2021; 2:641650. [PMID: 33860281 PMCID: PMC8046008 DOI: 10.3389/frvir.2021.641650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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Dynamic systems theory transformed our understanding of motor control by recognizing the continual interaction between the organism and the environment. Movement could no longer be visualized simply as a response to a pattern of stimuli or as a demonstration of prior intent; movement is context dependent and is continuously reshaped by the ongoing dynamics of the world around us. Virtual reality is one methodological variable that allows us to control and manipulate that environmental context. A large body of literature exists to support the impact of visual flow, visual conditions, and visual perception on the planning and execution of movement. In rehabilitative practice, however, this technology has been employed mostly as a tool for motivation and enjoyment of physical exercise. The opportunity to modulate motor behavior through the parameters of the virtual world is often ignored in practice. In this article we present the results of experiments from our laboratories and from others demonstrating that presenting particular characteristics of the virtual world through different sensory modalities will modify balance and locomotor behavior. We will discuss how movement in the virtual world opens a window into the motor planning processes and informs us about the relative weighting of visual and somatosensory signals. Finally, we discuss how these findings should influence future treatment design.
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- Emily A. Keshner
- Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
- Correspondence: Emily A. Keshner,
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- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Virtual Reality and Mobility Laboratory, CISSS Laval—Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital Site of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal, Laval, QC, Canada
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