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van Engelenburg-van Lonkhuyzen ML, Bols EMJ, Bastiaenen CHG, de Bie RA. Measurement properties of the childhood bladder and bowel dysfunction questionnaire. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2024; 78:592-600. [PMID: 38314913 DOI: 10.1002/jpn3.12152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The childhood bladder and bowel dysfunction questionnaire (CBBDQ) was previously found feasible, structurally valid, with good internal consistency. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the remaining measurement properties according to the COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement INstruments (COSMIN). METHODS A prospective cohort study among parents of children aged 5-12 years was conducted. Calculated were the area under the curve (AUC) (criterion validity, responsiveness, interpretability) and intra-class correlation coefficients (ICCagreement ) (construct validity and test-retest reliability). RESULTS One hundred and seventy-two parents were included from March 2019 to April 2021. Correlating the bladder subscales of the CBBDQ with the Vancouver symptom score for dysfunctional elimination (VSSDES) and proxy-reported pediatric incontinence quality of life (p-PinQ) showed convergent validity (ICCsagreement : 0.76 and 0.74). Divergent validity was found when correlating the bowel subscales of the CBBDQ with the VSSDES (ICCagreement : 0.52). Excellent criterion validity (AUC: 0.98); excellent test-retest reliability (ICCagreement : 0.94) and, at 6 months, fair responsiveness (AUC: 0.74) were found. The minimal important change was 4.5, with cut-off value of 11. CONCLUSION The CBBDQ has been developed according to COSMIN standards. The items were defined using the consensus-based ICCS standards and Rome-III criteria. The measurement properties were identified using enough participants. Although interpretability is not considered a measurement property, interpretability aspects are reported here as they refer to what instrument scores mean. The 18-item-CBBDQ met the measurement properties of validity, reliability, and responsiveness, as defined by COSMIN. The CBBDQ is suitable for self-administration by parents, and completion takes little time.
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- Marieke L van Engelenburg-van Lonkhuyzen
- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Departmentof Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Research Group Autonomy and Participation for Persons with a Chronic Illness and Academy of Physiotherapy, Zuyd University, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Departmentof Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Departmentof Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Hoelen TCA, de Bie RA, Arts JJ, Willems PC. Methodology and application of three-dimensional technology for brace design and production for treatment in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e079673. [PMID: 38070915 PMCID: PMC10729142 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-079673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Conservative treatment for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) using bracing has proven to be effective at reducing curve progression. However, variation in brace design and lack of brace specificity hamper clinical treatment outcomes as well as the predictability and comparison hereof. To overcome this, recent technological developments aim to generate transparent and objective criteria for brace manufacturing by applying computer-aided design software and additive manufacturing to produce braces for scoliosis treatment. Yet, the extent of its applicability and clinical implementation are to be determined. This study will identify and map the available evidence for the methodology and application of three-dimensional technology for the design and production of clinical braces used for treatment in patients with AIS. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This scoping review will be conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews. This scoping review will consider studies on methodology of three-dimensional technological methodology and applications that have been or are currently being applied in brace treatment of AIS. The following databases will be searched: MEDLINE, Web of Science, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews and Embase (OVID). Search limits will be applied; for example, only articles written in the English language published after 2000 will be included. The retrieved articles will be screened independently by two researchers. A third researcher will be consulted in case of disagreement. Data from relevant articles will be independently extracted by two researchers and presented in a tabular manner accompanied by a descriptive narration. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Considering the nature of the study, no ethical approval needed to be requested. The study result will be submitted to a peer-reviewed journal.
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- Thomáy-Claire Ayala Hoelen
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and CAPHRI Research School, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and CAPHRI Research School, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and CAPHRI Research School, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and CAPHRI Research School, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Slotegraaf AI, Gerards MHG, Verburg AC, de van der Schueren MAE, Kruizenga HM, Graff MJL, Cup EHC, Kalf JG, Lenssen AF, Meijer WM, Kool RA, de Bie RA, van der Wees PJ, Hoogeboom TJ. Evaluation of Primary Allied Health Care in Patients Recovering From COVID-19 at 6-Month Follow-up: Dutch Nationwide Prospective Cohort Study. JMIR Public Health Surveill 2023; 9:e44155. [PMID: 37862083 PMCID: PMC10592721 DOI: 10.2196/44155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients recovering from COVID-19 often experience persistent problems in their daily activities related to limitations in physical, nutritional, cognitive, and mental functioning. To date, it is unknown what treatment is needed to support patients in their recovery from COVID-19. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the primary allied health care of patients recovering from COVID-19 at 6-month follow-up and to explore which baseline characteristics are associated with changes in the scores of outcomes between baseline and 6-month follow-up. METHODS This Dutch nationwide prospective cohort study evaluated the recovery of patients receiving primary allied health care (ie, dietitians, exercise therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech and language therapists) after COVID-19. All treatments offered by primary allied health professionals in daily practice were part of usual care. Patient-reported outcome measures on participation, health-related quality of life, fatigue, physical functioning, and psychological well-being were assessed at baseline and at 3- and 6-month follow-up. Linear mixed model analyses were used to evaluate recovery over time, and uni- and multivariable linear regression analyses were used to examine the association between baseline characteristics and recovery. RESULTS A total of 1451 adult patients recovering from COVID-19 and receiving treatment from 1 or more primary allied health professionals were included. For participation (Utrecht Scale for Evaluation of Rehabilitation-Participation range 0-100), estimated mean differences of at least 2.3 points were observed at all time points. For the health-related quality of life (EuroQol Visual Analog Scale, range 0-100), the mean increase was 12.3 (95% CI 11.1-13.6) points at 6 months. Significant improvements were found for fatigue (Fatigue Severity Scale, range 1-7): the mean decrease was -0.7 (95% CI -0.8 to -0.6) points at 6 months. However, severe fatigue was reported by 742/929 (79.9%) patients after 6 months. For physical functioning (Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Physical Function Short Form 10b, range 13.8-61.3), the mean increase was 5.9 (95% CI 5.9-6.4) points at 6 months. Mean differences of -0.8 (95% CI -1.0 to -0.5) points for anxiety (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale range 0-21) and -1.6 (95% CI -1.8 to -1.3) points for depression were found after 6 months. A worse baseline score, hospital admission, and male sex were associated with greater improvement between baseline and 6-month follow-up, whereas age, the BMI, comorbidities, and smoking status were not associated with mean changes in any outcome measures. CONCLUSIONS Patients recovering from COVID-19 who receive primary allied health care make progress in recovery but still experience many limitations in their daily activities after 6 months. Our findings provide reference values to health care providers and health care policy makers regarding what to expect from the recovery of patients who receive health care from 1 or more primary allied health professionals. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04735744; https://tinyurl.com/3vf337pn. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID) RR2-10.2340/jrm.v54.2506.
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- Anne I Slotegraaf
- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Institute, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
- Department of Physical Therapy, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, Netherlands
- Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Lifestyle, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research, Nivel, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Lung Foundation Netherlands, Amersfoort, Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Institute, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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Driehuis F, Bakker-Jacobs A, Staal JB, de Bie RA, Nijhuis-van der Sanden MWG, Hoogeboom TJ. Parents' and healthcare professionals' perspectives on manual therapy in infants: A mixed-methods study. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0283646. [PMID: 37023071 PMCID: PMC10079100 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0283646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Manual therapy in infants is embedded in Dutch healthcare despite inconsistent evidence and ongoing debate about its safety and merits. This study examines decision-making in manual therapy in infants and explores parents' and healthcare professionals' perspectives on this treatment approach. METHODS This mixed-methods study consisted of an online survey among manual physiotherapists and paediatric physiotherapists exploring decision-making on manual therapy in infants and interprofessional collaboration. These data prompted further exploration and were combined with data collected with semi-structured interviews exploring parents' and healthcare professionals' perspectives. Interviews were analysed using an inductive content analysis approach. RESULTS 607 manual physiotherapists and 388 paediatric physiotherapists completed the online survey; 45% and 95% indicated they treat infants, respectively. Collaboration was reported by 46% of manual physiotherapists and 64% of paediatric physiotherapists for postural asymmetry, positional preference, upper cervical dysfunction, excessive crying, anxiety or restlessness. Reasons to not treat or collaborate were: limited professional competence, practice policy, not perceiving added value, lack of evidence and fear of complications. Analysis of interviews with 7 parents, 9 manual physiotherapists, 7 paediatric physiotherapists, 5 paediatricians and 2 maternity nurses revealed that knowledge and beliefs, professional norms, interpersonal relation, treatment experiences and emotions of parents influenced attitudes and decision-making towards choosing for manual therapy in infants. CONCLUSION Parents' and healthcare professionals' attitudes towards manual therapy in infants can be divided as 'in favour' or 'against'. Those who experienced a good interpersonal relation with a manual physiotherapist and positive treatment outcomes reported positive attitudes. Lack of evidence, treatment experience and related knowledge, safety issues due to publications on adverse events and professional norms led to negative attitudes. Despite lacking evidence, positive treatment experiences, good interpersonal relation and parents feeling frustrated and despaired can overrule negative attitudes and directly influence the decision-making process and choosing for manual therapy treatment.
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- Femke Driehuis
- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Group, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Caphri Research School, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Weiss C, Vogels S, Wee L, Janssen L, de Bie RA, Scheltinga MR. Two-Compartment or 4-Compartment Fasciotomy for Lower Leg Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: A Systematic Review. J Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 61:1124-1133. [PMID: 35337738 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2022.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Patients with lower leg chronic exertional compartment syndrome are impaired due to exercise-related pain. Fasciotomy is the surgical gold standard. However, it is unknown whether number of simultaneously opened compartments affects outcome. The purpose of this systematic review was to compare patient-reported outcomes of a 2-compartment fasciotomy with a 4-compartment fasciotomy. Controlled clinical trials (randomized/nonrandomized), cohort studies and case series reporting on outcome following either 2-compartment or 4-compartment fasciotomy for lower leg chronic exertional compartment syndrome were searched until May 31, 2021 in PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane. Results were qualitatively synthesized. Risk of bias and levels of evidence were determined. Seven studies reporting on altogether 194 athletes and military personnel (mean age 24 y) were included. Quality assessment revealed a high risk of bias in all studies. Both 2-compartment and 4-compartment fasciotomy were associated with a 50% to 100% "return to activity" rate (in studies reporting group results separately: 2-compartment 90%-100%; 4-compartment 50%-100%) and a 41% to 100% "return to previous activity" rate (in studies reporting group results separately: 2-compartment 82-100%; 4-compartment 50%-100%) without significant differences. Mean Marx activity score of 1 study found a small significant standardized mean difference (0.196 [0.524,0.916]) favoring 4-compartment fasciotomy. Rate of satisfaction (2-compartment 74%-89%; 4-compartment 75%-100%) and residual symptoms (2-compartment 0%-36%; 4-compartment 0%-50%) indicated no group differences. In conclusion, a 2-compartment fasciotomy or a 4-compartment fasciotomy for lower leg chronic exertional compartment syndrome appears to be equally successful. However, included studies were hampered by methodological shortcomings (low sample size, selection bias, heterogeneity and no uniform outcome measures).
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- Chris Weiss
- Department of Surgery, Máxima MC, Veldhoven, DB, The Netherlands; Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, ER, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Surgery, Alrijne Hospital, Leiderdorp, GA, The Netherlands; Trauma Research Unit, Department of Trauma Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, GD, The Netherlands
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- Clinical Data Science, Maastricht University and Department of Radiotherapy (MAASTRO), GROW School of Oncology, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, ER, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Máxima MC, Veldhoven, DB, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Caphri Care and Public Health Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, MD, The Netherlands
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Weber A, Huysmans SMD, van Kuijk SMJ, Evers SMAA, Jutten EMC, Senden R, Paulus ATG, van den Bergh JPW, de Bie RA, Merk JMR, Bours SPG, Hulsbosch M, Janssen ERC, Curfs I, van Hemert WLW, Schotanus MGM, de Baat P, Schepel NC, den Boer WA, Hendriks JGE, Liu WY, Kleuver MD, Pouw MH, van Hooff ML, Jacobs E, Willems PCPH. Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of dynamic bracing versus standard care alone in patients suffering from osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: protocol for a multicentre, two-armed, parallel-group randomised controlled trial with 12 months of follow-up. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e054315. [PMID: 35613823 PMCID: PMC9125700 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patients with osteoporosis may suffer from a fracture after minimal trauma. Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) are among the most common fractures, often leading to substantial pain. There is a need for evidence-based conservative treatment to aid in the management of OVCFs. The objective of this randomised controlled trial (RCT) is to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of dynamic bracing in addition to standard care for improving quality of life (QoL) in patients suffering from an OVCF. METHODS AND ANALYSIS Ninety-eight postmenopausal women from two academic and four community hospitals with a recent symptomatic thoracolumbar OVCF will be randomised into either the standard care or dynamic bracing group. In the dynamic bracing group, the Spinova Osteo orthosis will be used in addition to standard care. Standard care comprises pain control with analgesics, physical therapy and osteoporosis medication. The primary outcome parameter is QoL 1 year after inclusion, as measured by the Quality of Life Questionnaire of the European Foundation for Osteoporosis (QUALEFFO-41). Secondary outcome parameters are pain, pain medication used, functional disability, sagittal spinal alignment, recurrence rate of OVCFs and physical activity in daily life. A trial-based economic evaluation consisting of both cost-effectiveness analysis and cost-utility analysis will be performed based on empirical data obtained in the RCT. A process evaluation will assess the feasibility of dynamic bracing. All outcomes will be assessed at baseline, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval has been granted by the Medical Ethics Committee, University Hospital Maastricht and Maastricht University (METC azM/UM) (NL74552.068.20/METC 20-055). Patients will be included only after verification of eligibility and obtaining written informed consent. Results will be disseminated via the Dutch National Osteoporosis Patient Society and via publications and conferences. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NL8746.
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- Annemarijn Weber
- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment, Maastricht Universitair Medisch Centrum+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Trimbos Institute, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Nutrition and Movement Sciences, NUTRIM School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), School of Health Professions Education (SHE), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Research School NUTRIM, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Internal Medicine, VieCuri Medical Centre, Venlo, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Finance, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Subdivision Rheumatology, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, VieCuri Medical Centre, Venlo, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, VieCuri Medical Centre, Venlo, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Maxima Medical Centre, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Maxima Medical Centre, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Trauma, Maxima Medical Centre, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, Radboudumc, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics and Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Gerards MHG, Sieben J, Marcellis R, de Bie RA, Meijer K, Lenssen AF. Acceptability of a perturbation-based balance training programme for falls prevention in older adults: a qualitative study. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e056623. [PMID: 35210345 PMCID: PMC8883254 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-056623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Perturbation-based balance training (PBT) is reported to effectively reduce falls in older adults and may even be superior compared with various exercise programmes. Due to the nature of the intervention, requiring unpredictable balance perturbations, the question arises whether acceptability is an issue in PBT. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the acceptability of PBT in older adults with a recent history of falls. DESIGN, METHOD, PARTICIPANTS AND SETTING This is a qualitative study in which semistructured interviews were conducted in 16 older adults (14 women and 2 men, mean age 73.6±6.0 years) who completed a three-session PBT protocol as part of another study in a university medical centre in the Netherlands. Typical case and purposive sampling strategies were applied. Interviews were based on the theoretical framework of acceptability (TFA) alongside context-specific factors and analysed using a template analysis approach. RESULTS The results indicate that this PBT protocol is perceived as acceptable by older adults with a recent history of falls and highlight key areas for potential future modifications. Enjoyment of the novel training and technology, being able to feel safe during training, and perceived impact of increased self-efficacy and balance confidence were identified as facilitating factors. Potential issues included initial apprehension or anxiety during training and perceived impact being predominantly psychological instead of physical. Complementary to the TFA one additional theme emerged which described challenges regarding the training setting, such as preference for group training in some participants and travel to the training location. CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that PBT is perceived acceptable by older adults with a history of falls. Increasing the social aspect of training and sharing the experiences of peers may be considered to enhance acceptability to new participants who initially feel apprehensive or anxious about their ability to participate in future implementation of PBT. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER The article is linked to a randomised clinical trial registered on https://www.trialregister.nl/trial/7680, NL7680; Results.
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- Marissa H G Gerards
- Department of Physical Therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Anatomy and Embryology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Nutrition and Movement Sciences, School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Baschung Pfister P, Tobler-Ammann B, Knols RH, de Bruin ED, de Bie RA. Usability and Acceptance of an Interactive Tablet-Based Exercise Application: A Mixed Methods Study. Front Digit Health 2021; 2:578281. [PMID: 34713051 PMCID: PMC8521963 DOI: 10.3389/fdgth.2020.578281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose: To investigate usability and acceptance of a newly developed interactive, tablet-based exercise application (app) and to explore personal opinions of therapists when using this app in the clinical setting. Methods: Twenty participants (10 therapists and 10 inactive healthy adults) tested usability of this app performing different test tasks, using the think aloud method, and rated overall satisfaction with the System Usability Scale and acceptance with a modified Technology Acceptance Model Questionnaire. For a secondary objective, personal opinions of therapists were evaluated with two focus groups, one for team leaders and one for team members. Results: Overall, the app was judged to be usable. Effectiveness varied between 73 and 90%, overall satisfaction between 70.5 and 85.5/100 points and acceptance between 74 and 80%. Team leader and team member focus groups considered the app as providing a great opportunity for therapy extension, especially because of its blended character. Barriers to its implementation were seen in the existing clinical working processes, personal attitudes of therapists and uncertainty of who would cover expenses for this new form of therapy. Some improvements such as using videos instead of photos, the integration of more interactive tools and the possibility to add additional exercises were suggested in both settings. Conclusion: The app showed high acceptance and usability in trainees and therapists, although some ideas for upgrading functions were formulated. Before this app can be used in clinical practice, feasibility of this blended approach should be evaluated in a clinical setting.
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- Pierrette Baschung Pfister
- Directorate of Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Nursing and Allied Health Profession Office, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- University Clinic of Hand- and Plastic Surgery, Department of Hand and Occupational Therapy Research, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Directorate of Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Nursing and Allied Health Profession Office, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands.,Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Solna, Sweden
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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Bernardes RP, Barroso U, Cordeiro DB, Scremim C, Lonkhuyzen MLVEV, de Bie RA. Translation and cross-cultural adaptation of the Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire (CBBDQ). J Pediatr (Rio J) 2021; 97:540-545. [PMID: 33340462 PMCID: PMC9432152 DOI: 10.1016/j.jped.2020.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Revised: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To translate and cross-culturally adapt the Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire (CBBDQ) for use in Brazilian Portuguese. The CBBDQ is an 18-item tool covering 10 bladder and 8 bowel symptoms that was developed for use with children of 5 to 12 years of age with bowel and bladder dysfunction (BBD). The instrument has already been validated for use in Dutch and English. METHOD In the process of translation and cultural adaptation from English to Portuguese, the CBBDQ was submitted to undergo the required steps as established by the international methodological criteria: forward translation, synthesis, back-translation, expert panel review and pre-testing. RESULTS Ninety-three parents of children with lower urinary tract dysfunction answered the questionnaire. The mean age of the children was 7.6±2.1 years and 54 were female. Internal consistency was excellent, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.91 to 0.96. Additionally, reliability was high, with an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.94 (95%CI: 0.85-0.93; p<0.0001). CONCLUSION The translation and cultural adaptation of the CBBDQ enabled a quantitative evaluation of bladder and bowel symptoms to be performed in Brazilian children. The scores achieved allow the severity of BBD to be evaluated, as well as the patient's progress during treatment. The use of this questionnaire in clinical practice and research will allow more consistent data on BBD to be obtained.
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- Rejane P Bernardes
- Clínica Nefrokids, Departamento de Nefrologia Pediátrica, Curitiba, PR, Brazil.
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- Universidade Federal da Bahia e Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública, Departamento de Uronefrologia, Salvador, BA, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Departamento de Fisioterapia, Curitiba, PR, Brazil
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- Maastricht University, School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Department of Epidemiology, The Netherlands
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Stenneberg MS, Scholten-Peeters GGM, den Uil CS, Wildeman ME, van Trijffel E, de Bie RA. Clinical characteristics differ between patients with non-traumatic neck pain, patients with whiplash-associated disorders, and pain-free individuals. Physiother Theory Pract 2021; 38:2592-2602. [PMID: 34465257 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2021.1962464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BackgroundEvidence is lacking to what extent patients with Whiplash-Associated Disorders (WAD), those with non-traumatic neck pain (NTNP), and pain-free individuals differ regarding type and severity of impairments, disability, and psychological factors.Objective To compare clinical characteristics between patients with WAD, with NTNP, and pain-free individuals in primary care physiotherapy. Additionally, differences between patient groups for both acute and chronic symptoms were assessed.MethodA cross-sectional study was conducted including 168 patients with WAD, 336 matched patients with NTNP, and 336 pain-free individuals. Differences and prevalence rates were calculated for pain intensity, pain distribution, cervical range of motion, neck flexor muscle endurance, self-reported disability, and psychological factors.Results Patients with WAD had higher pain intensity (median 6/10 vs. 5/10 p<.01), had a wider distribution of their neck pain (p=.02), more restricted cervical flexion-extension (-11.9°) and rotation (-12.4°), less muscle endurance (-5.5 seconds), and more disability (+14.0%), compared to patients with NTNP. More patients with WAD reported low back pain (+9.5%) and headache (+12.2%) as musculoskeletal comorbidities. Regarding anxiety, depression, and stress, most patients (>83%) scored in the normal range. No significant differences between the patient groups were observed (p>.16). Both patient groups scored significantly worse than pain-free individuals on all characteristics. Patients with WAD and NTNP experienced different types of activity limitations and participation restrictions.ConclusionWAD is a more severe condition than NTNP and should be considered a separate subgroup. A different approach in clinical practice and research is required for WAD and NTNP.
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- Martijn S Stenneberg
- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Softwareweg, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.,CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy (KIMA), Experimental Anatomy Research Department (EXAN), Laarbeeklaan, Brussel, Belgium
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Softwareweg, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.,Department of Human Movement Sciences, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Van der Boechorststraat, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Softwareweg, Amersfoort, The Netherlands
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Softwareweg, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.,Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy (KIMA), Experimental Anatomy Research Department (EXAN), Laarbeeklaan, Brussel, Belgium.,Ziekenhuisgroep Twente, ZGT Academy, Almelo, Netherlands
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- CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Maastricht University, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht, Netherlands
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Baadjou VAE, Ackermann BJ, Verbunt JAMCF, van Eijsden-Besseling MDF, de Bie RA, Smeets RJEM. Implementation of health education interventions at Dutch music schools. Health Promot Int 2021; 36:334-348. [PMID: 32601665 PMCID: PMC8049544 DOI: 10.1093/heapro/daaa050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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A randomized controlled trial was conducted comparing the effects of a biopsychosocial course (PRESTO-Play) vs. physical activity promotion (PRESTO-Fit) to reduce disability related to musculoskeletal disorders in music students. The current study provides an external validation and a formative and process evaluation, allowing for a better interpretation of results. First, a group of experts was asked to complete a structured evaluation of design and content of the trial. Second, quantitative and qualitative data were analysed from different stakeholders (students, therapists and conservatory staff) using questionnaires, logs, field notes and emails to evaluate fidelity, dose delivered, dose received, reach and context. Results are presented descriptively. Two authors independently identified key responses that were merged into themes. Although no difference in disability was found between interventions, closer evaluation revealed that participants in PRESTO-Play reported that they learned about prevention of physical complaints and were more satisfied with course contents compared with PRESTO-Fit. Study design and contents of the interventions were found to be valid, with an appropriate dose delivered. Feedback from students and logs suggested that behavioural change and psychosocial principles in PRESTO-Play might have not been implemented optimally. Only moderate fidelity in both groups and too little contrast between interventions could have influenced results. Low attendance rates and a presumed lack of generalization further decreased possible effectiveness. Context greatly influenced implementation. Implementing a future health course with closer collaboration with the institution could optimize accessibility and communication, encourage attendance and enhance motivation for behavioural change.
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- Vera A E Baadjou
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Adelante Centre of Expertise in Rehabilitation and Audiology, zandbergsweg 111, 6432 CC, Hoensbroek, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Postal Box 616, 6200 Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Discipline of Biomedical Science, School of Medical Sciences, Sydney University, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Adelante Centre of Expertise in Rehabilitation and Audiology, zandbergsweg 111, 6432 CC, Hoensbroek, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Postal Box 616, 6200 Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Postal Box 616, 6200 Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Musculoskeletal Group, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Postal Box 616, 6200 Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, 6229 ER, Postal Box 616, 6200 Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Libra Rehabilitation and Audiology, Vogelsbleek 1 ingang Land van Horne, 6001 BE, Weert, The Netherlands
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Pfister PB, Knols RH, de Bie RA, de Bruin ED. Feasibility of a blended therapy approach in the treatment of patients with inflammatory myopathies. Arch Physiother 2021; 11:14. [PMID: 34039438 PMCID: PMC8157458 DOI: 10.1186/s40945-021-00108-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Inflammatory myopathies (IMs) are a group of rare conditions characterized by proximal and often symmetrical muscle weakness and reduced muscle endurance. The recommended medical treatment is based on corticosteroids in combination with immunosuppressants. This anti-inflammatory therapy serves to inhibit and prevent inflammation but does not influence impaired muscle strength. Exercise, particularly progressive resistance training, plays therefore an important role in IMs management. Blended therapy, a combination of face-to-face treatment and telerehabilitation, may be a powerful therapy option in improving exercise program adherence in these patients. Methods The feasibility of a 12-week interactive tablet-based home exercise program combined with face-to-face therapy sessions – a ‘blended therapy’ approach - was evaluated using a quasi-experimental one-group pre-post comparison design. Primary outcomes were recruitment, attrition and adherence rates, plus measures of acceptance (Technology Acceptance Model Questionnaire (TAM)) and satisfaction (satisfaction questionnaire). Secondary outcomes comprised potential effects of the intervention on muscle strength and function, activity limitation, disability and health-related quality of life. Results Thirteen of the included 14 participants completed the study without any related adverse events. Mean adherence to exercise program was 84% (range: 25–100%) and participants indicated high acceptance of the intervention with mean TAM scores between 6.1 and 6.5 points. Overall satisfaction with the therapy sessions, the home program, and the technology was good. Approximately half the participants wished for longer training periods and more training sessions per week. There were inconsistent effects on muscle strength, muscle function, activity limitation, disability, and health-related quality of life. Conclusion Blended therapy combining the use of an interactive tablet-based resistance training program with face-to-face therapy sessions is feasible and safe and participants` acceptance with this approach was high. Furthermore, results were obtained that might be useful in selecting appropriate assessments and sample sizes in future trials. Trial registration NCT03713151. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40945-021-00108-z.
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- Pierrette Baschung Pfister
- Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Nursing and Allied Health Professions Office, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.,Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland. .,Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Doodkorte RJP, Vercoulen TFG, Roth AK, de Bie RA, Willems PC. Instrumentation techniques to prevent proximal junctional kyphosis and proximal junctional failure in adult spinal deformity correction-a systematic review of biomechanical studies. Spine J 2021; 21:842-854. [PMID: 33482379 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2021.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2020] [Revised: 01/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Correction of adult spinal deformity (ASD) by long segment instrumented spinal fusion is an increasingly common surgical intervention. However, it is associated with high rates of complications and revision surgery, especially in the elderly patient population. The high construct stiffness of instrumented thoracolumbar spinal fusion has been postulated to lead to a higher incidence of proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) and failure (PJF). Several cadaveric biomechanical studies have reported on surgical techniques to reduce the incidence of PJF/PJK. As yet, no overview has been made of these biomechanical studies. PURPOSE To summarize the evidence of all biomechanical studies that have assessed techniques to reduce PJK/PJF following long segment instrumented spinal fusion in the ASD patient population. STUDY DESIGN A systematic review. METHODS EMBASE and MEDLINE databases were searched for human and animal cadaveric biomechanical studies investigating the effect of various surgical techniques to reduce PJK/PJF following long segment instrumented thoracolumbar spinal fusion in the adult patient population. Studied techniques, biomechanical test methods, range of motion (ROM), intervertebral disc pressure (IDP) and other relevant outcome parameters were documented. RESULTS Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria. Four of these studies included non-human cadaveric material. One study investigated the prophylactic application of cement augmentation (vertebroplasty), whereas the remaining studies investigated semi-rigid junctional fixation techniques to achieve a gradual transition zone of forces at the proximal end of a fusion construct, so-called topping-off. An increased gradual transition zone in terms of ROM compared to pedicle screw constructs was demonstrated for sublaminar tethers, sublaminar tape, pretensioned suture loops, transverse hooks and laminar hooks. Furthermore, reduced IDP was found after the application of sublaminar tethers, suture loops, sublaminar tapes and laminar hooks. Finally, two-level prophylactic vertebroplasty resulted in a lower incidence of vertebral compression fractures in a flexion-compression experiment. CONCLUSIONS A variety of techniques, involving either posterior semi-rigid junctional fixation or the reinforcement of vertebral bodies, has been biomechanically assessed. However, the low number of studies and variation in study protocols hampers direct comparison of different techniques. Furthermore, determination of what constitutes an optimal gradual transition zone and its translation to clinical practice, would aid comparison and further development of different semi-rigid junctional fixation techniques. Even though biomechanics are extremely important in the development of PJK/PJF, patient-specific factors should always be taken into account on a case-by-case basis when considering to apply a semi-rigid junctional fixation technique.
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- Remco J P Doodkorte
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Research School CAPHRI, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, P. Debyeplein1, 6229 HA, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research School CAPHRI, Maastricht University Medical Center, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Wondergem R, Pisters MF, Wouters EJ, de Bie RA, Veenhof C, Visser-Meily JM. The course of physical functioning in the first two years after stroke depends on peoples' individual movement behavior patterns. Int J Stroke 2021; 17:83-92. [PMID: 33724093 PMCID: PMC8739604 DOI: 10.1177/17474930211006293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Deterioration of physical functioning after stroke in the long term is regarded as a major problem. Currently, the relationship between "peoples'" movement behavior patterns (the composition of sedentary behavior and physical activity during waking hours) directly after stroke and the development of physical functioning over time is unknown. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to investigate (1) the course of physical functioning within the first two years after returning home after stroke, and (2) the association between physical functioning and baseline movement behavior patterns. METHOD In the longitudinal RISE cohort study, 200 persons with a first-ever stroke discharged to the home-setting were included. Participants' physical functioning was assessed within three weeks, at six months, and one and two years after discharge using the Stroke Impact Scale (SIS) 3.0 subscale physical and the five-meter walk test (5MWT). Three distinct movement behavior patterns were identified in a previous study at baseline and were used in the current study: (1) sedentary exercisers (sufficiently active and 64% of waking hours sedentary), (2) sedentary movers' (inactive and 63% of waking hours sedentary), and (3) sedentary prolongers (inactive and >78% of waking hours sedentary accumulated in long prolonged bouts). The association between movement behavior patterns and the course of physical functioning was determined using longitudinal generalized estimating equations analyses. RESULTS Overall participants' physical functioning increased between discharge and six months and declined from six months up to two years. Physical functioning remained stable during the first two years after stroke in sedentary exercisers. Physical functioning improved during the first six months after discharge in sedentary movers and sedentary prolongers and deteriorated in the following six months. Only physical functioning (SIS) of sedentary prolongers further declined from one up to two years. A similar pattern was observed in the 5MWT. CONCLUSION Movement behavior patterns identified directly after returning home in people with stroke are associated with and are predictive of the course of physical functioning. Highly sedentary and inactive people with stroke have unfavorable outcomes over time than individuals with higher amounts of physical activity.
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- Roderick Wondergem
- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Research Group Empowering Healthy Behaviour, Department of Health Innovations and Technology, 3170Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Research Group Empowering Healthy Behaviour, Department of Health Innovations and Technology, 3170Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, 3170Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.,7899Tilburg University, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Department of Tranzo, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- 5211Maastricht University, Department of Epidemiology and Caphri research school, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands.,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Expertise Center Healthy Urban Living, Research Group Innovation of Human Movement Care, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Caelers IJMH, de Kunder SL, Rijkers K, van Hemert WLW, de Bie RA, Evers SMAA, van Santbrink H. Comparison of (Partial) economic evaluations of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) versus Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) in adults with lumbar spondylolisthesis: A systematic review. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0245963. [PMID: 33571291 PMCID: PMC7877595 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0245963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2020] [Accepted: 01/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Introduction The demand for spinal fusion surgery has increased over the last decades. Health care providers should take costs and cost-effectiveness of these surgeries into account. Open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) are two widely used techniques for spinal fusion. Earlier research revealed that TLIF is associated with less blood loss, shorter surgical time and sometimes shorter length of hospital stay, while effectiveness of both techniques on back and/or leg pain are equal. Therefore, TLIF could result in lower costs and be more cost-effective than PLIF. This is the first systematic review comparing direct and indirect (partial) economic evaluations of TLIF with PLIF in adults with lumbar spondylolisthesis. Furthermore, methodological quality of included studies was assessed. Methods Searches were conducted in eight databases for reporting on eligibility criteria; TLIF or PLIF, lumbar spondylolisthesis or lumbar instability, and cost. Costs were converted to United States Dollars with reference year 2020. Study quality was assessed using the bias assessment tool of the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions, the Level of Evidence guidelines of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-based Medicine and the Consensus Health Economic Criteria (CHEC) list. Results Of a total of 693 studies, 16 studies were included. Comparison of TLIF and PLIF could only be made indirectly, since no study compared TLIF and PLIF directly. There was a large heterogeneity in health care and societal perspective costs due to different in-, and exclusion criteria, baseline characteristics and the use of costs or charges in calculations. Health care perspective costs, calculated with hospital costs, ranged from $15,867-$43,217 in TLIF-studies and $32,662 in one PLIF-study. Calculated with hospital charges, it ranged from $8,964-$51,469 in TLIF-studies and $21,838-$93,609 in two PLIF-studies. Societal perspective costs and cost-effectiveness, only mentioned in TLIF-studies, ranged from $5,702/QALY-$48,538/QALY and $50,092/QALY-$90,977/QALY, respectively. Overall quality of studies was low. Conclusions This systematic review shows that TLIF and PLIF are expensive techniques. Moreover, firm conclusions about the preferable technique, based on (partial) economic evaluations, cannot be drawn due to limited studies and heterogeneity. Randomized prospective trials and full economical evaluations with direct TLIF and PLIF comparison are needed to obtain high levels of evidence. Furthermore, development of guidelines to perform adequate economic evaluations, specified for the field of interest, will be useful to minimize heterogeneity and maximize transferability of results. Trial registration Prospero-database registration number: CRD42020196869.
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- Inge J. M. H. Caelers
- CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Primary and Community Care, Centre for Family Medicine, Geriatric Care and Public Health, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Services Research, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Centre for Economic Evaluation, Trimbos Institute, Netherlands Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Gerards MHG, Marcellis RGJ, Poeze M, Lenssen AF, Meijer K, de Bie RA. Perturbation-based balance training to improve balance control and reduce falls in older adults - study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. BMC Geriatr 2021; 21:9. [PMID: 33407204 PMCID: PMC7788687 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-020-01944-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Background Falls are a common cause of injuries and hospitalization among older adults. While conventional balance training appears effective in preventing falls, a relatively large number of training sessions are needed and retention of the effects after the training period is hard to accomplish. This may be because these interventions are not sufficiently task-specific for the mechanism of falls. Many falls in older adults occur due to unexpected external perturbations during gait, such as trips. Therefore, there is increasing interest in perturbation-based balance training (PBT), which is a more task-specific intervention to improve reactive balance control after unexpected perturbations. The literature suggests that PBT may be more effective and require fewer training sessions to reduce falls incidence in older adults, than conventional balance training. We aim to evaluate the effect of a three-session PBT protocol on balance control, daily life falls and fear of falling. Secondly, we will evaluate the acceptability of the PBT protocol. Methods This is a mixed-methods study combining a single-blind (outcome assessor) randomized controlled trial (RCT) using a parallel-group design, and qualitative research evaluating the acceptability of the intervention. The study sample consists of community-dwelling older adults aged 65 years and older who have recently fallen and visited the MUMC+ outpatient clinic. Subjects are randomized into two groups. The control group (n = 40) receives usual care, meaning referral to a physical therapist. The intervention group (n = 40) receives usual care plus three 30-min sessions of PBT in the Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment. Subjects’ balance control (Mini-BESTest) and fear of falling (FES-I) will be assessed at baseline, and 4 weeks and 3 months post-baseline. Daily life falls will be recorded with falls calendars until 6 months after the first follow-up measurement, long-term injurious falls will be recorded at 2-years’ follow-up via the electronic patient record. Acceptability of the PBT protocol will be evaluated with semi-structured interviews in a subsample from the intervention group. Discussion This study will contribute to the evidence for the effectiveness of PBT using a training protocol based on the available literature, and also give much needed insights into the acceptability of PBT for older adults. Trial registration Nederlands Trial Register NL7680. Registered 17-04-2019 – retrospectively registered. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12877-020-01944-7.
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- Marissa H G Gerards
- Department of Physical therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+ (MUMC+), Peter Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, the Netherlands. .,Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Peter Debyeplein 1, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands. .,Care and Public Health Research Institute CAPHRI, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Physical therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+ (MUMC+), Peter Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, division of Trauma surgery, MUMC+, Peter Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, the Netherlands.,School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism NUTRIM, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physical therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center+ (MUMC+), Peter Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX, Maastricht, the Netherlands.,Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Peter Debyeplein 1, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands.,Care and Public Health Research Institute CAPHRI, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism NUTRIM, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Department of Movement Sciences, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 50, 6229 ER, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Peter Debyeplein 1, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands.,Care and Public Health Research Institute CAPHRI, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Hoogeboom TJ, Kousemaker MC, van Meeteren NL, Howe T, Bo K, Tugwell P, Ferreira M, de Bie RA, van den Ende CH, Stevens-Lapsley JE. i-CONTENT tool for assessing therapeutic quality of exercise programs employed in randomised clinical trials. Br J Sports Med 2020; 55:1153-1160. [PMID: 33144350 PMCID: PMC8479742 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE When appraising the quality of randomised clinical trial (RCTs) on the merits of exercise therapy, we typically limit our assessment to the quality of the methods. However, heterogeneity across studies can also be caused by differences in the quality of the exercise interventions (ie, 'the potential effectiveness of a specific intervention given the potential target group of patients')-a challenging concept to assess. We propose an internationally developed, consensus-based tool that aims to assess the quality of exercise therapy programmes studied in RCTs: the international Consensus on Therapeutic Exercise aNd Training (i-CONTENT) tool. METHODS Forty-nine experts (from 12 different countries) in the field of physical and exercise therapy participated in a four-stage Delphi approach to develop the i-CONTENT tool: (1) item generation (Delphi round 1), (2) item selection (Delphi rounds 2 and 3), (3) item specification (focus group discussion) and (4) tool development and refinement (working group discussion and piloting). RESULTS Out of the 61 items generated in the first Delphi round, consensus was reached on 17 items, resulting in seven final items that form the i-CONTENT tool: (1) patient selection; (2) qualified supervisor; (3) type and timing of outcome assessment; (4) dosage parameters (frequency, intensity, time); (5) type of exercise; (6) safety of the exercise programme and (7) adherence to the exercise programme. CONCLUSION The i-CONTENT-tool is a step towards transparent assessment of the quality of exercise therapy programmes studied in RCTs, and ultimately, towards the development of future, higher quality, exercise interventions.
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- Thomas J Hoogeboom
- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ healthcare, Radboudumc, Nijmegen, Gelderland, The Netherlands
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- Executive Director, Top Sector Life Sciences & Health (Health~Holland), The Hague; Professor, Dept Anesthesiology, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam; CEO, Topcare, The Netherlands
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- Global Aging, Cochrane Collaboration, London, Oxfordshire, UK
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sports Sciences, Oslo, Akershus, Norway.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Akershus University Hospital, Lorenskog, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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- Institute of Bone and Joint Research, The Kolling Institute, University of Sydney Sydney Medical School, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Limburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, USA.,Eastern Colorado VA Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC), Aurora, Colorado, USA
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Wearing J, Konings P, de Bie RA, Stokes M, de Bruin ED. Prevalence of probable sarcopenia in community-dwelling older Swiss people - a cross-sectional study. BMC Geriatr 2020; 20:307. [PMID: 32847545 PMCID: PMC7448475 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-020-01718-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People has recently defined new criteria for identifying "(probable) sarcopenia" (EWGSOP2). However, the prevalence of probable sarcopenia, defined by these guidelines, has not been determined extensively, especially in the oldest old. This study aims to determine the prevalence of probable sarcopenia in older, community-living people and its association with strength-related determinants. METHODS Handgrip strength and reported determinants (age, height, weight, osteoarthritis of hands, medications, fall history, physical activity, activities of daily living (ADL) and global cognitive function) were collected in a cross-sectional study of 219 community-living Swiss people (75 years and over). Probable sarcopenia was estimated based on cut-off values for handgrip strength as recommended by EWGSOP2. Spearman correlations, binary-regression analyses and contingency tables were used to explore relationships between variables. RESULTS The prevalence of probable sarcopenia in women (n = 137, age 84.1 ± 5.7 years) and men (n = 82, age 82.6 ± 5.2 years) was 26.3 and 28.0%, respectively. In women, probable sarcopenia correlated positively with age and falls (rs range 0.332-0.195, p < .05), and negatively with weight, cognition, physical activity, using stairs regularly, participating in sports activities and ADL performance (rs range = - 0.141 - -0.409, p < .05). The only significant predictor of probable sarcopenia at the multivariate level was ADL performance (Wald(1) = 5.51, p = .019). In men, probable sarcopenia was positively correlated with age (rs = 0.33, p < .05) and negatively with physical activity, participation in sports and ADL performance (rs range - 0.221 - - 0.353, p < .05). ADL performance and age (Wald(1) = 4.46, p = .035 and Wald(1) = 6.30, p = .012) were the only significant predictors at the multivariate level. Men and women with probable sarcopenia were 2.8 times more likely to be dependent in ADL than those without. CONCLUSION Probable sarcopenia affected one in every four community-living, oldest old people and was independently associated with impaired ADL performance in both sexes. This highlights the importance of detection of handgrip strength in this age group in clinical practice. Although prospective studies are required, independence in ADL might help to protect against probable sarcopenia.
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- Julia Wearing
- Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Minderbroedersberg 4-6, 6211, LK, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Adullam Stiftung, Mittlere Strasse 15, 4056, Basel, Switzerland
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- Geriatrische Klinik St. Gallen, Rorschacher Strasse 94, 9000, St. Gallen, Switzerland
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- Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Minderbroedersberg 4-6, 6211, LK, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton, Building 67, Highfield Campus, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK.,Centre for Sport, Exercise and Osteoarthritis Research Versus Arthritis, Nottingham, UK
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- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Insitute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport (IBWS) ETH, ETH Zurich, HCP H 25.1, Leopold-Ruzicka-Weg 4, 8093, Zürich, Switzerland. .,Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Caelers IJMH, Rijkers K, van Kuijk SMJ, van Santbrink H, de Bie RA, van Hemert WLW. Neurological events due to pedicle screw malpositioning with lateral fluoroscopy-guided pedicle screw insertion. J Neurosurg Spine 2020:1-6. [PMID: 32823268 DOI: 10.3171/2020.5.spine20550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The risk of novel postoperative neurological events due to pedicle screw malpositioning in lumbar fusion surgery is minimized by using one of the several image-guided techniques for pedicle screw insertion. These techniques for guided screw insertion range from intraoperative fluoroscopy to intraoperative navigation. A practical technique consists of anatomical identification of the screw entry point followed by lateral fluoroscopy used for guidance during insertion of the screw. This technique is available in most clinics and is less expensive than intraoperative navigation. However, the safety of lateral fluoroscopy-guided pedicle screw placement with regard to novel postoperative neurological events due to screw malposition has been addressed only rarely in the literature. In this study the authors aimed to determine the rate of novel postoperative neurological events due to intraoperative and postoperatively established screw malpositioning during lateral fluoroscopy-assisted screw insertion. METHODS Included patients underwent lateral fluoroscopy-assisted lumbosacral screw insertion between January 2012 and August 2017. The occurrence of novel postoperative neurological events was analyzed from patient files. In case of an event, surgical reports were screened for the occurrence of intraoperative screw malposition. Furthermore, postoperative CT scans were analyzed to identify and describe possible screw malposition. RESULTS In total, 246 patients with 1079 screws were included. Novel postoperative neurological events were present in 36 patients (14.6%). In 8 of these 36 patients (3.25% of the total study population), the neurological events could be directly attributed to screw malposition. Screw malpositioning was caused either by problematic screw insertion with immediate screw correction (4 patients) or by malpositioned screws for which the malposition was established postoperatively using CT scans (4 patients). Three patients with screw malposition underwent revision surgery without subsequent symptom relief. CONCLUSIONS Lateral fluoroscopy-assisted lumbosacral screw placement results in low rates of novel postoperative neurological events caused by screw malposition. In the majority of patients suffering from novel postoperative neurological events, these events could not be attributed to screw malpositioning, but rather were due to postoperative neurapraxia of peripheral nerves, neuropathy, or intraoperative traction of nerve roots.
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- Inge J M H Caelers
- 1CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Limburg.,2Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen/Heerlen, Limburg
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- 2Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen/Heerlen, Limburg.,3Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, Limburg
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- 4Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, Limburg
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- 1CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Limburg.,2Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen/Heerlen, Limburg.,3Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, Limburg
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- 1CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Limburg.,5Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Limburg; and
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- 6Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen/Heerlen, Limburg, The Netherlands
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Rewald S, Lenssen AT, Emans PJ, de Bie RA, van Breukelen G, Mesters I. Aquatic Cycling Improves Knee Pain and Physical Functioning in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2020; 101:1288-1295. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.12.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2019] [Revised: 11/25/2019] [Accepted: 12/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Aydın G, van Engelenburg-van Lonkhuyzen ML, Baktır S, Kaya Mutlu E, Mutlu C, de Bie RA. The Turkish version of the childhood bladder and bowel dysfunction questionnaire (CBBDQ): Cross-cultural adaptation, reliability and construct validity. Turk J Gastroenterol 2020; 31:482-488. [PMID: 32721920 DOI: 10.5152/tjg.2020.19348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Bladder and bowel dysfunction (BBD) are both prevalent health problems in pediatric population. The CBBDQ is a parent-reported tool to evaluate and quantitatively assess bladder and bowel dysfunction symptoms in pediatric patients. This study was designed for the translation the CBBDQ into Turkish and the cultural adaptation of CBBDQ for the use among 5-12-year-old children. Moreover, another aim of this study was that the determination of the reliability and construct validity of the Turkish version. The main hypothesis of our study was that the translation and cultural adaptation of the CBBDQ into Turkish language, so that Turkish parents could understand it. Additionally, we estimated that the Turkish version would have eventual internal consistency and test-retest reliability and admissible construct validity. MATERIALS AND METHODS The CBBDQ was guideline driven translated into Turkish language and administered two times to the parents of children with one week interval to assess test-retest reliability. The internal consistency was determined by using Cronbach's α value and the test-retest reliability was calculated by using the inter-rater correlation coefficient. For the estimation of construct validity, the Dysfunctional Voiding and Incontinence Scoring System (DVISS) and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) in 5-7, 8-12 years old children were used as the external criterias. RESULTS The participants were parents of 5-12-year-old children. The internal consistency was 0.83 that was the Cronbach's α value which reflects a good result. The Turkish-CBBDQ5-12y and the DVISS showed a satisfactory level correlation (r=0.64 P<0.001). There was not any correlation between the Turkish-CBBDQ5-12y and the PedsQL-General Health and PedsQL-Psychological Health (r=-0.17, P=0.1 and r:0.12 P=0.25, respectively). CONCLUSION The Turkish-CBBDQ5-12y version is a reliable and valid instrument in terms of the content and construction and can be confidently used in clinical practice.
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- Gamze Aydın
- Division of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, İstanbul Okan University School of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey;Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Institute of Graduate Education, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Deparment of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Institute of Graduate Education, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, İstanbul University-Cerrahpasa School of Health Sciences, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Bakirkoy Mazhar Osman Training and Research Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Deparment of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Wondergem R, Pisters MF, Heijmans MW, Wouters EJM, de Bie RA, Veenhof C, Visser-Meily JMA. Movement behavior remains stable in stroke survivors within the first two months after returning home. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0229587. [PMID: 32214319 PMCID: PMC7098564 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0229587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2019] [Accepted: 02/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The aim of this study is to investigate changes in movement behaviors, sedentary behavior and physical activity, and to identify potential movement behavior trajectory subgroups within the first two months after discharge from the hospital to the home setting in first-time stroke patients. METHODS A total of 140 participants were included. Within three weeks after discharge, participants received an accelerometer, which they wore continuously for five weeks to objectively measure movement behavior outcomes. The movement behavior outcomes of interest were the mean time spent in sedentary behavior (SB), light physical activity (LPA) and moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA); the mean time spent in MVPA bouts ≥ 10 minutes; and the weighted median sedentary bout. Generalized estimation equation analyses were performed to investigate overall changes in movement behavior outcomes. Latent class growth analyses were performed to identify patient subgroups of movement behavior outcome trajectories. RESULTS In the first week, the participants spent an average, of 9.22 hours (67.03%) per day in SB, 3.87 hours (27.95%) per day in LPA and 0.70 hours (5.02%) per day in MVPA. Within the entire sample, a small but significant decrease in SB and increase in LPA were found in the first weeks in the home setting. For each movement behavior outcome variable, two or three distinctive subgroup trajectories were found. Although subgroup trajectories for each movement behavior outcome were identified, no relevant changes over time were found. CONCLUSION Overall, the majority of stroke survivors are highly sedentary and a substantial part is inactive in the period immediately after discharge from hospital care. Movement behavior outcomes remain fairly stable during this period, although distinctive subgroup trajectories were found for each movement behavior outcome. Future research should investigate whether movement behavior outcomes cluster in patterns.
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- Roderick Wondergem
- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
- Department of Tranzo, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Caphri Research School, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Expertise Center Healthy Urban Living, Research Group Innovation of Human Movement Care, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, University Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Timmer MA, Veenhof C, de Kleijn P, de Bie RA, Schutgens REG, Pisters MF. Movement behaviour patterns in adults with haemophilia. Ther Adv Hematol 2020; 11:2040620719896959. [PMID: 32206245 PMCID: PMC7074509 DOI: 10.1177/2040620719896959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2019] [Accepted: 11/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: Joint bleeds are the hallmark of haemophilia, and can lead to disabling haemophilic arthropathy. Consequently, the movement behaviour of adults with haemophilia differs from that of healthy adults. It seems unlikely that a single outcome is able to reflect all relevant information regarding movement behaviour. The aim of the current study was to identify patterns of movement behaviour within persons with haemophilia (PWH) and compare clinical characteristics between patterns of movement behaviour. Methods: A total of 105 PWH [70% severe haemophilia; median age 43 years (30.0–54.0)] were included in the study. Hierarchical cluster analysis was used to identify patterns of movement behaviour. Clustering variables included seven parameters of movement behaviour: sitting, standing, walking, biking, running, frequency of active bouts and length of active bouts. Clinical characteristics included age, severity of haemophilia, joint health, physical functioning and pain. Clinical characteristics were compared between identified clusters by Kruskall–Wallis test. Movement behaviour was assessed with the Activ8 accelerometer, joint health was assessed on the Haemophilia Joint Health Score, physical functioning on the Haemophilia Activity List and the 40 m self-paced walk test and pain on the Numerical Pain Rating Score. Results: Cluster analysis identified three clusters, which were defined as: ‘sedentary’ (57%), ‘bikers and runners’ (22%) and ‘walkers’ (20%). The ‘bikers and runners’ showed better joint health and experienced fewer limitations in activities than the ‘walkers’ and the ‘sedentary’. The ‘walkers’ perceived fewer limitations in activities than the ‘sedentary’, with comparable joint health. We did not identify differences in pain, walking speed and age between the clusters. Conclusions: We identified three patterns of movement behaviour. The majority of PWH was identified as sedentary, whereas less sitting and regular walking during the day seemed to be more beneficial.
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- Merel A Timmer
- Van Creveldkliniek, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Heidelberglaan 100, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Centre Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Van Creveldkliniek, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Van Creveldkliniek, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Centre for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centres, Utrecht University, the Netherlands
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Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Movement behaviors, that is, both physical activity and sedentary behavior, are independently associated with health risks. Although both behaviors have been investigated separately in people after stroke, little is known about the combined movement behavior patterns, differences in these patterns between individuals, or the factors associated with these patterns. Therefore, the objectives of this study are (1) to identify movement behavior patterns in people with first-ever stroke discharged to the home setting and (2) to explore factors associated with the identified patterns.
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- Roderick Wondergem
- From the Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., M.F.P.).,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., J.M.A.V.-M., M.F.P.).,Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands (R.W., E.M.J.W., M.F.P.)
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- From the Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., M.F.P.).,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., J.M.A.V.-M., M.F.P.).,Expertise Center Healthy Urban Living, Research Group Innovation of Human Movement Care, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands (C.V.)
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands (R.W., E.M.J.W., M.F.P.).,Tilburg University, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Department of Tranzo, the Netherlands (E.M.J.W.)
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- Department of Epidemiology and Caphri Research School, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (R.A.d.B.)
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., J.M.A.V.-M., M.F.P.).,Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht and De Hoogstraat Rehabilitation, the Netherlands (J.M.A.V.-M)
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- From the Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., M.F.P.).,Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Science and Sport, Brain Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, the Netherlands (R.W., C.V., J.M.A.V.-M., M.F.P.).,Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands (R.W., E.M.J.W., M.F.P.)
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Caelers IJMH, Rijkers K, van Hemert WLW, de Bie RA, van Santbrink H. [Lumbar spondylolisthesis; common, but surgery is rarely needed]. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd 2019; 163:D3769. [PMID: 31556497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Lumbar spondylolisthesis is usually asymptomatic. However, symptomatic spondylolisthesis results in back and/or leg pain such as radicular syndrome or neurogenic claudication. Variation in symptoms is caused by different types of spondylolisthesis. Lytic spondylolisthesis, most common at L5S1, is caused by spondylolysis of the pars interarticularis. This results in foraminal nerve compression and radicular symptoms. Degenerative spondylolisthesis, most common at L4L5 in patients >50 years old, is caused by slippage of the vertebral body and lamina, resulting in lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication. Iatrogenic spondylolisthesis develops in 1.6-32.0% of patients after decompression surgery, causing recurrent neurogenic symptoms. It is important to understand the main symptoms patients experience: back or leg pain. In both cases, the preferred treatment is conservative. Surgery is only an option if patients have persistent/progressive leg pain. Shared decision-making is necessary to select the most accurate surgery for each individual patient while also taking into account age, comorbidities and symptoms. Further research is necessary to determine the advantages of each surgery in order to improve advice to patients.
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- Inge J M H Caelers
- Maastricht University, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht
- Contact: I.J.M.H. Caelers
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- Zuyderland Medisch Centrum, afd. Neurochirurgie, Heerlen
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- Maastricht University, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht
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Driehuis F, Hoogeboom TJ, Nijhuis-van der Sanden MWG, de Bie RA, Staal JB. Spinal manual therapy in infants, children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis on treatment indication, technique and outcomes. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0218940. [PMID: 31237917 PMCID: PMC6592551 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0218940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2018] [Accepted: 06/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Studies on effectiveness and safety of specific spinal manual therapy (SMT) techniques in children, which distinguish between age groups, are lacking. OBJECTIVE To conduct a systematic review of the evidence for effectiveness and harms of specific SMT techniques for infants, children and adolescents. METHODS PubMed, Index to Chiropractic Literature, Embase, CINAHL and Cochrane Library were searched up to December 2017. Controlled studies, describing primary SMT treatment in infants (<1 year) and children/adolescents (1-18 years), were included to determine effectiveness. Controlled and observational studies and case reports were included to examine harms. One author screened titles and abstracts and two authors independently screened the full text of potentially eligible studies for inclusion. Two authors assessed risk of bias of included studies and quality of the body of evidence using the GRADE methodology. Data were described according to PRISMA guidelines and CONSORT and TIDieR checklists. If appropriate, random-effects meta-analysis was performed. RESULTS Of the 1,236 identified studies, 26 studies were eligible. Infants and children/adolescents were treated for various (non-)musculoskeletal indications, hypothesized to be related to spinal joint dysfunction. Studies examining the same population, indication and treatment comparison were scarce. Due to very low quality evidence, it is uncertain whether gentle, low-velocity mobilizations reduce complaints in infants with colic or torticollis, and whether high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulations reduce complaints in children/adolescents with autism, asthma, nocturnal enuresis, headache or idiopathic scoliosis. Five case reports described severe harms after HVLA manipulations in four infants and one child. Mild, transient harms were reported after gentle spinal mobilizations in infants and children, and could be interpreted as side effect of treatment. CONCLUSIONS Based on GRADE methodology, we found the evidence was of very low quality; this prevented us from drawing conclusions about the effectiveness of specific SMT techniques in infants, children and adolescents. Outcomes in the included studies were mostly parent or patient-reported; studies did not report on intermediate outcomes to assess the effectiveness of SMT techniques in relation to the hypothesized spinal dysfunction. Severe harms were relatively scarce, poorly described and likely to be associated with underlying missed pathology. Gentle, low-velocity spinal mobilizations seem to be a safe treatment technique in infants, children and adolescents. We encourage future research to describe effectiveness and safety of specific SMT techniques instead of SMT as a general treatment approach.
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- Femke Driehuis
- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
- * E-mail:
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Caphri Research School, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- IQ Healthcare, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
- Research Group Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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Saner J, Bergman EM, de Bie RA, Sieben JM. Low back pain patients' perspectives on long-term adherence to home-based exercise programmes in physiotherapy. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2018; 38:77-82. [PMID: 30317015 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2018.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2017] [Revised: 08/02/2018] [Accepted: 09/03/2018] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Adherence to an exercise programme impacts the outcome of physiotherapy treatment in patients with non-specific low back pain. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to explore the patients' perspectives on long term adherence to such exercise programmes. DESIGN This qualitative study was embedded in a randomised controlled trial (RCT) which compared the effectiveness of two types of exercise programme on patients with nonspecific low back pain. METHODS Answers from 44 participants to three open-ended questions were analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS/FINDINGS Patients' perceptions related to the following themes: 1) the role of knowledge in long-term exercise adherence; 2) strategies to support exercise adherence; 3) barriers to exercise adherence 4) the role of perceived effects of exercise. CONCLUSIONS Adherence to long-term exercise is supported through knowledge of the exercises and correct performance. A self-initiated training strategy is the most successful in the perception of participants. Individually supervised physiotherapy treatment that includes coaching towards strategies for post-treatment long term exercise behaviour is recommended.
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- Jeannette Saner
- Institute of Physiotherapy, School of Health Professions, Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Winterthur, Switzerland; Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands.
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- Zuyderland Academy, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen & Heerlen, the Netherlands.
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Dept. of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands.
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Dept. of Anatomy and Embryology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands.
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Tobler-Ammann BC, Weise A, Knols RH, Watson MJ, Sieben JM, de Bie RA, de Bruin ED. Patients’ experiences of unilateral spatial neglect between stroke onset and discharge from inpatient rehabilitation: a thematic analysis of qualitative interviews. Disabil Rehabil 2018; 42:1578-1587. [DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2018.1531150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Bernadette C. Tobler-Ammann
- Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Research Center, Directorate of Research and Education, University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
- Care and Public Health Research Institute [CAPHRI], Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Institute of Occupational Therapy, University of Applied Sciences of Zurich (ZHAW), Winterthur, Switzerland
- Rehabilitation Center Valens, Valens, Switzerland
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- Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Research Center, Directorate of Research and Education, University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Retired UK-based physiotherapy academic, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, East Anglia, UK
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute [CAPHRI], Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
- Department of Anatomy & Embryology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute [CAPHRI], Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Wondergem R, Pisters MF, Wouters EM, de Bie RA, Visser-Meily JM, Veenhof C. Validation and responsiveness of the Late-Life Function and Disability Instrument Computerized Adaptive Test in community-dwelling stroke survivors. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2018; 55:424-432. [PMID: 30370749 DOI: 10.23736/s1973-9087.18.05359-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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BACKGROUND Follow-up of stroke survivors is important to objectify activity limitations and/or participations restrictions. Responsive measurement tools are needed with a low burden for professional and patient. AIM To examine the concurrent validity, floor and ceiling effects and responsiveness of both domains of the Late-Life Function and Disability Index Computerized Adaptive Test (LLFDI-CAT) in first-ever stroke survivors discharged to their home setting. DESIGN Longitudinal study. SETTING Community. POPULATION First ever stroke survivors. METHODS Participants were visited within three weeks after discharge and six months later. Stroke Impact Scale (SIS 3.0) and Five-Meter Walk Test (5MWT) outcomes were used to investigate concurrent validity of both domains, activity limitations, and participation restriction, of the LLFDI-CAT. Scores at three weeks and six months were used to examine floor and ceiling effects and change scores were used for responsiveness. Responsiveness was assessed using predefined hypotheses. Hypotheses regarding the correlations with change scores of related measures, unrelated measures, and differences between groups were formulated. RESULTS The study included 105 participants. Concurrent validity (R) of the LLFDI-CAT activity limitations domain compared with the physical function domain of the SIS 3.0 and with the 5MWT was 0.79 and -0.46 respectively. R of the LLFDI-CAT participation restriction domain compared with the participation domain of the SIS 3.0 and with the 5MWT was 0.79 and -0.41 respectively. A ceiling effect (15%) for the participation restriction domain was found at six months. Both domains, activity limitations and participation restrictions, of the LLFDI-CAT, scored well on responsiveness: 100% (12/12) and 91% (12/11) respectively of the predefined hypotheses were confirmed. CONCLUSIONS The LLFDI-CAT seems to be a valid instrument and both domains are able to detect change over time. Therefore, the LLFDI-CAT is a promising tool to use both in practice and in research. CLINICAL REHABILITATION IMPACT The LLFDI-CAT can be used in research and clinical practice.
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- Roderick Wondergem
- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands - .,Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands - .,Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands -
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Caphri Research School, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Center of Excellence for Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands.,Expertise Center Innovation of Care, Research Group Innovation of Mobility Care, University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Berghmans DDP, Lenssen AF, Emans PJ, de Bie RA. Functions, disabilities and perceived health in the first year after total knee arthroplasty; a prospective cohort study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:250. [PMID: 30045710 PMCID: PMC6060557 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2159-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2017] [Accepted: 06/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background In end-stage knee osteoarthritis total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is an effective intervention to reduce pain and improve functioning in the majority of patients. However, after TKA some patients still experience pain, loss of function, deficient muscle strength or reduced walking speed. This study systematically assesses patients’ functions, disabilities and health before TKA and at short- (3 months) and long-term (12 months) on all International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health domains. Methods In this prospective cohort study 150 patients underwent the following tests before and at 3 and 12 months after surgery: Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index, Short Form 12, Knee Society Score, Patient Specific Functioning Scale, knee range of motion, quadriceps and hamstring strength, gait parameters, global perceived effect (only after surgery). All data was analyzed with repeated measures ANOVA for all measurement time points. Results Despite increased gait speed, quadriceps strength and scores on questionnaires being above pre surgical levels, patients do not reach levels of healthy persons. Walking speeds approach normal values and are higher in our study compared with the literature. Quadriceps strength stays at around 70 till 80% of norm values. However, dissatisfaction rates are below 10%, which is low compared to the literature. Conclusions Quality of life, activities, muscle strength and gait parameters improve significantly after TKA. However, some complaints regarding activities and walking speed remain. Most striking outcome is the remaining deficit in quadriceps strength.
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- Danielle D P Berghmans
- Department of Physical therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center +, PO 5800, 6202, AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands. .,Maastricht University/CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Physical therapy, Maastricht University Medical Center +, PO 5800, 6202, AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Maastricht University/CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedics, Maastricht University Medical Center +, PO 5800, 6202, AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Maastricht University/CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.,Maastricht University/CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, P.O. Box 616, 6200, MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Stenneberg MS, Busstra H, Eskes M, van Trijffel E, Cattrysse E, Scholten-Peeters GGM, de Bie RA. Concurrent validity and interrater reliability of a new smartphone application to assess 3D active cervical range of motion in patients with neck pain. Musculoskelet Sci Pract 2018; 34:59-65. [PMID: 29328979 DOI: 10.1016/j.msksp.2017.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2017] [Revised: 11/27/2017] [Accepted: 12/13/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is a lack of valid, reliable, and feasible instruments for measuring planar active cervical range of motion (aCROM) and associated 3D coupling motions in patients with neck pain. Smartphones have advanced sensors and appear to be suitable for these measurements. OBJECTIVES To estimate the concurrent validity and interrater reliability of a new iPhone application for assessing planar aCROM and associated 3D coupling motions in patients with neck pain, using an electromagnetic tracking device as a reference test. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. METHODS Two samples of neck pain patients were recruited; 30 patients for the validity study and 26 patients for the reliability study. Validity was estimated using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs), and by calculating 95% limits of agreement (LoA). To estimate interrater reliability, ICCs were calculated. Cervical 3D coupling motions were analyzed by calculating the cross-correlation coefficients and ratio between the main motions and coupled motions for both instruments. RESULTS ICCs for concurrent validity and interrater reliability ranged from 0.90 to 0.99. The width of the 95% LoA ranged from about 5° for right lateral bending to 11° for total rotation. No significant differences were found between both devices for associated coupling motion analysis. CONCLUSIONS The iPhone application appears to be a useful discriminative tool for the measurement of planar aCROM and associated coupling motions in patients with neck pain. It fulfills the need for a valid, reliable, and feasible instrument in clinical practice and research. Therapists and researchers should consider measurement error when interpreting scores.
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- Martijn S Stenneberg
- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands; CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, The Netherlands.
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands; Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Department of Experimental Anatomy, Brussels, Belgium
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands; Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Department of Experimental Anatomy, Brussels, Belgium
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- Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Department of Experimental Anatomy, Brussels, Belgium
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands; Department of Human Movement Sciences, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, The Netherlands
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- SOMT University of Physiotherapy, Amersfoort, The Netherlands; CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, The Netherlands; Maastricht University, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Baschung Pfister P, de Bruin ED, Sterkele I, Maurer B, de Bie RA, Knols RH. Manual muscle testing and hand-held dynamometry in people with inflammatory myopathy: An intra- and interrater reliability and validity study. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0194531. [PMID: 29596450 PMCID: PMC5875759 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0194531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2017] [Accepted: 03/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Manual muscle testing (MMT) and hand-held dynamometry (HHD) are commonly used in people with inflammatory myopathy (IM), but their clinimetric properties have not yet been sufficiently studied. To evaluate the reliability and validity of MMT and HHD, maximum isometric strength was measured in eight muscle groups across three measurement events. To evaluate reliability of HHD, intra-class correlation coefficients (ICC), the standard error of measurements (SEM) and smallest detectable changes (SDC) were calculated. To measure reliability of MMT linear Cohen`s Kappa was computed for single muscle groups and ICC for total score. Additionally, correlations between MMT8 and HHD were evaluated with Spearman Correlation Coefficients. Fifty people with myositis (56±14 years, 76% female) were included in the study. Intra-and interrater reliability of HHD yielded excellent ICCs (0.75–0.97) for all muscle groups, except for interrater reliability of ankle extension (0.61). The corresponding SEMs% ranged from 8 to 28% and the SDCs% from 23 to 65%. MMT8 total score revealed excellent intra-and interrater reliability (ICC>0.9). Intrarater reliability of single muscle groups was substantial for shoulder and hip abduction, elbow and neck flexion, and hip extension (0.64–0.69); moderate for wrist (0.53) and knee extension (0.49) and fair for ankle extension (0.35). Interrater reliability was moderate for neck flexion (0.54) and hip abduction (0.44); fair for shoulder abduction, elbow flexion, wrist and ankle extension (0.20–0.33); and slight for knee extension (0.08). Correlations between the two tests were low for wrist, knee, ankle, and hip extension; moderate for elbow flexion, neck flexion and hip abduction; and good for shoulder abduction. In conclusion, the MMT8 total score is a reliable assessment to consider general muscle weakness in people with myositis but not for single muscle groups. In contrast, our results confirm that HHD can be recommended to evaluate strength of single muscle groups.
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- Pierrette Baschung Pfister
- Directorate of Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Department of Health, Institute of Physiotherapy, Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Winterthur, Switzerland
- Functioning and Rehabilitation, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, 6200 MD Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, SE141 83 Huddinge, Sweden
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- Nursing and Allied Health Professions Office, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, 6200 MD Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Directorate of Research and Education, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Research Center, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Vuurberg G, Hoorntje A, Wink LM, van der Doelen BFW, van den Bekerom MP, Dekker R, van Dijk CN, Krips R, Loogman MCM, Ridderikhof ML, Smithuis FF, Stufkens SAS, Verhagen EALM, de Bie RA, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of ankle sprains: update of an evidence-based clinical guideline. Br J Sports Med 2018. [PMID: 29514819 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2017-098106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 182] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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This guideline aimed to advance current understandings regarding the diagnosis, prevention and therapeutic interventions for ankle sprains by updating the existing guideline and incorporate new research. A secondary objective was to provide an update related to the cost-effectiveness of diagnostic procedures, therapeutic interventions and prevention strategies. It was posited that subsequent interaction of clinicians with this guideline could help reduce health impairments and patient burden associated with this prevalent musculoskeletal injury. The previous guideline provided evidence that the severity of ligament damage can be assessed most reliably by delayed physical examination (4-5 days post trauma). After correct diagnosis, it can be stated that even though a short time of immobilisation may be helpful in relieving pain and swelling, the patient with an acute lateral ankle ligament rupture benefits most from use of tape or a brace in combination with an exercise programme.New in this update: Participation in certain sports is associated with a heightened risk of sustaining a lateral ankle sprain. Care should be taken with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) usage after an ankle sprain. They may be used to reduce pain and swelling, but usage is not without complications and NSAIDs may suppress the natural healing process. Concerning treatment, supervised exercise-based programmes preferred over passive modalities as it stimulates the recovery of functional joint stability. Surgery should be reserved for cases that do not respond to thorough and comprehensive exercise-based treatment. For the prevention of recurrent lateral ankle sprains, ankle braces should be considered as an efficacious option.
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- Gwendolyn Vuurberg
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,VU Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Dutch Society of Rehabilitation, University of Groningen, University Medical Center, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flevoziekenhuis, Almere, The Netherlands
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Radiology, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,VU Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of of Public and Occupational Health VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Wessel RN, Wolterbeek N, Fermont AJM, Lavrijsen L, van Mameren H, de Bie RA. Responsiveness and disease specificity of the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff index. J Orthop 2018; 15:337-342. [PMID: 29881148 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2018.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2018] [Accepted: 02/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The goal of this study was to determine the disease specificity and responsiveness of the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff Index (WORC). Responsiveness, two cut-off points of the minimal important change, the area under the curve, standard error of measurement, the minimal detectable change and the standardized response mean were determined. Patients undergoing a rotator cuff repair need to improve more than 35 points to be considered clinical importantly improved. The WORC is disease specific and has a high responsiveness in patients undergoing rotator cuff repair and patients with disease of the rotator cuff without rotator cuff tears.
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- Ronald N Wessel
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Antonius Ziekenhuis, PO Box 2500, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Antonius Ziekenhuis, PO Box 2500, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Antonius Ziekenhuis, PO Box 2500, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Antonius Ziekenhuis, PO Box 2500, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Caphri research school, Maastricht University, PO Box 616, Maastricht, 6200 MD, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Caphri research school, Maastricht University, PO Box 616, Maastricht, 6200 MD, The Netherlands
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Saedt ERIC, Driehuis F, Hoogeboom TJ, van der Woude BH, de Bie RA, Nijhuis-van der Sanden MWG. Common Manual Therapy Practices in the Netherlands for Infants With Upper Cervical Dysfunction: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2017; 41:52-61. [PMID: 29254625 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2016] [Revised: 08/01/2017] [Accepted: 08/23/2017] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to describe common clinical practices of manual therapists (MTs) in the Netherlands for infants with indications of upper cervical dysfunction (UCD). METHODS A prospective observational cohort study was conducted to gain insight into characteristics, reasons for seeking care, and common clinical practice for infants (<27 weeks) with indications of UCD, referred to MTs. Pre- and posttreatment self-reported questionnaires were used to collect data from parents and MTs. Parents reported on infant characteristics and perceived effect of treatment. Manual therapists reported on diagnostics, therapeutic procedures, and outcomes. RESULTS Between 2006 and 2007, data regarding 307 referred infants (mean age: 11.2 weeks) were collected by parents and 42 MTs. The most frequent reasons for seeking care were positional preference, restlessness, and/or abnormal head position. Manual therapists observed active, spontaneous, and provoked mobility and passive upper cervical mobility. Of the 307 infants, 295 were diagnosed with UCD based on positive outcomes on the flexion-rotation test and/or lateral flexion test. After treatment with mobilization techniques, positive outcomes on the flexion-rotation test decreased from 78.8% to 6.8%. For the lateral flexion test, the positive outcomes decreased from 91.5% to 6.2%. All parents perceived positive treatment effects. No serious adverse events were reported during this study. CONCLUSIONS This is the first study to describe common clinical practice for infants referred for manual therapy. Infants with UCD were treated mainly with upper cervical mobilization techniques, and the greatest perceived effect was observed after approximately 2 treatment sessions.
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- Eric R I C Saedt
- Practice for physical and manual therapy, Saedt and Daanen, Ravenstein, The Netherlands
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- Radboud university medical center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ Healthcare, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
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- Radboud university medical center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ Healthcare, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Practice for manual therapy and (pediatric) physical therapy, Boxmeer, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Caphri research school, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Ammann-Reiffer C, Bastiaenen CHG, de Bie RA, van Hedel HJA. Interrater reliability of two gait performance measures in children with neuromotor disorders across two different settings. Dev Med Child Neurol 2017; 59:1158-1163. [PMID: 28832988 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.13525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/07/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIM To examine the interrater agreement of the two gait performance measures - the Functional Mobility Scale (FMS) and Gillette Functional Assessment Questionnaire - walking scale (FAQ) - within health professionals and parents in children with neuromotor disorders, measured in an inpatient setting and at home. METHOD Seventy-one children with a neuromotor diagnosis (44 males, 27 females; median age 12y 11mo [interquartile range 4y-10mo]) were consecutively recruited when starting an inpatient active gait rehabilitation programme. Physiotherapists and nurses independently scored the level of children's gait performance with the FMS and the FAQ, while parents' scores regarding the children's gait performance at home were obtained by interview or telephone call at the same measurement points. RESULTS Linear weighted kappa coefficients were substantial to almost perfect for all comparisons. Kappa coefficients ranged from 0.62 to 0.85 for the FMS-5, from 0.79 to 0.92 for the FMS-50, from 0.83 to 0.90 for the FMS-500, and from 0.69 to 0.77 for the FAQ. Friedman tests did not reveal significant differences between the different rater groups. INTERPRETATION The unexpectedly high level of interrater agreement between parents, physiotherapists, and nurses demonstrates that the FMS and FAQ can reliably assess gait performance in an inpatient setting. Inpatient scores correspond well to the children's performance in their usual environment. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS The Functional Mobility Scale and Gillette Functional Assessment Questionnaire - walking scale measure gait performance reliably at home and in an inpatient setting. Physiotherapists, nurses, and parents reliably score gait performance. Inpatient gait performance scores correspond well to children's performance at home. Physiotherapists and nurses in an inpatient setting can reliably estimate gait performance at home.
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- Corinne Ammann-Reiffer
- Pediatric Rehab Research Group, Rehabilitation Center for Children and Adolescents, University Children's Hospital Zurich, Affoltern am Albis, Switzerland.,Functioning and Rehabilitation, CAPHRI, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands.,Children's Research Center, University Children's Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Functioning and Rehabilitation, CAPHRI, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Functioning and Rehabilitation, CAPHRI, Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Pediatric Rehab Research Group, Rehabilitation Center for Children and Adolescents, University Children's Hospital Zurich, Affoltern am Albis, Switzerland.,Children's Research Center, University Children's Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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de Kunder SL, van Kuijk SMJ, Rijkers K, Caelers IJMH, van Hemert WLW, de Bie RA, van Santbrink H. Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) versus posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) in lumbar spondylolisthesis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Spine J 2017. [PMID: 28647584 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2017.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) are both frequently used as a surgical treatment for lumbar spondylolisthesis. Because of the unilateral transforaminal route to the intervertebral space used in TLIF, as opposed to the bilateral route used in PLIF, TLIF could be associated with fewer complications, shorter duration of surgery, and less blood loss, whereas the effectiveness of both techniques on back or leg pain is equal. PURPOSE The objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of both TLIF and PLIF in reducing disability, and to compare the intra- and postoperative complications of both techniques in patients with lumbar spondylolisthesis. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING A systematic literature review and meta-analysis were carried out. METHODS We conducted a Medline (using PubMed), Embase (using Ovid), Cochrane Library, Current Controlled Trials, ClinicalTrials.gov and NHS Centre for Review and Dissemination search for studies reporting TLIF, PLIF, lumbar spondylolisthesis and disability, pain, complications, duration of surgery, and estimated blood loss. A meta-analysis was performed to compute pooled estimates of the differences between TLIF and PLIF. Forest plots were constructed for each analysis group. RESULTS A total of 192 studies were identified; nine studies were included (one randomized controlled trial and eight case series), including 990 patients (450 TLIF and 540 PLIF). The pooled mean difference in postoperative Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) scores between TLIF and PLIF was -3.46 (95% confidence interval [CI] -4.72 to -2.20, p≤.001). The pooled mean difference in the postoperative VAS scores was -0.05 (95% CI -0.18 to 0.09, p=.480). The overall complication rate was 8.7% (range 0%-25%) for TLIF and 17.0% (range 4.7-28.8%) for PLIF; the pooled odds ratio was 0.47 (95% CI 0.28-0.81, p=.006). The average duration of surgery was 169 minutes for TLIF and 190 minutes for PLIF (mean difference -20.1, 95% CI -33.5 to -6.6, p=.003). The estimated blood loss was 350 mL for TLIF and 418 mL for PLIF (mean difference -43.9 mL, 95% CI -71.2 to -16.6, p=.002). CONCLUSIONS TLIF has advantages over PLIF in the complication rate, blood loss, and operation duration. The clinical outcome is similar, with a slightly lower postoperative ODI score for TLIF.
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- Suzanne L de Kunder
- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, PO box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands; CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, PO box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment (KEMTA), Maastricht University Medical Center, PO box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, PO box 4446, 6401 CX, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, PO box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, PO box 4446, 6401 CX, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, PO box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands; Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, PO box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, PO box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, The Netherlands; CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, PO box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands; Department of Neurosurgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, PO box 4446, 6401 CX, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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van Engelenburg–van Lonkhuyzen ML, Bols EM, Benninga MA, Verwijs WA, de Bie RA. Bladder and bowel dysfunctions in 1748 children referred to pelvic physiotherapy: clinical characteristics and locomotor problems in primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare settings. Eur J Pediatr 2017; 176:207-216. [PMID: 27995361 PMCID: PMC5243895 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-016-2824-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2016] [Revised: 11/30/2016] [Accepted: 12/08/2016] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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UNLABELLED The aims of this study are to evaluate in a pragmatic cross-sectional study, the clinical characteristics of childhood bladder and/or bowel dysfunctions (CBBD) and locomotor problems in the primary through tertiary health care setting. It was hypothesized that problems would increase, going from primary to tertiary healthcare. Data were retrieved from patient-records of children (1-16 years) presenting with CBBD and visiting pelvic physiotherapists. Prevalence's of dysfunctions were compared between healthcare settings and gender using ANOVA and chi-square test. Agreement between physicians' diagnoses and parent-reported symptoms was evaluated (Cohen's Kappa). One thousand seventy hundred forty-eight children (mean age 7.7 years [SD 2.9], 48.9% boys) were included. Daytime urinary incontinence (P = 0.039) and enuresis (P < 0.001) were more diagnosed in primary healthcare, whereas constipation (P < 0.001) and abdominal pain (P = 0.009) increased from primary to tertiary healthcare. All parent-reported symptoms occurred more frequently than indicated by the physicians. Poor agreement between physicians' diagnoses and parent-reported symptoms was found (k = 0.16). Locomotor problems prevailed in all healthcare settings, motor skills (P = 0.041) and core stability (P = 0.015) significantly more in tertiary healthcare. CONCLUSIONS Constipation and abdominal pain (physicians' diagnoses) and the parent-reported symptoms hard stools and bloating increased from primary to tertiary healthcare. Discrepancies exist between the prevalence's of physicians' diagnoses and parent-reported symptoms. Locomotor problems predominate in all healthcare settings. What is Known: • Childhood bladder and/or bowel dysfunctions (CCBD) are common. • Particularly tertiary healthcare characteristics of CBBD are available What is New: • Characteristics of CBBD referred to pelvic physiotherapy are comparable in primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare settings. • Concomitant CBBD appeared to be more prevalent than earlier reported. • Discrepancies exist between referring physicians' diagnoses and parent-reported symptoms.
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- Marieke L. van Engelenburg–van Lonkhuyzen
- grid.412966.eDepartment of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre (MUMC+), PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- grid.412966.eDepartment of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre (MUMC+), PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Emma Children’s Hospital/Academic Medical Center, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Zuwe Hofpoort Ziekenhuis, Polanerbaan 2, 3447 GN Woerden, the Netherlands
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- grid.412966.eDepartment of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Centre (MUMC+), PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, the Netherlands
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van Engelenburg-van Lonkhuyzen ML, Bols EMJ, Benninga MA, Verwijs WA, de Bie RA. Effectiveness of Pelvic Physiotherapy in Children With Functional Constipation Compared With Standard Medical Care. Gastroenterology 2017; 152:82-91. [PMID: 27650174 DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2016.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2016] [Revised: 09/05/2016] [Accepted: 09/09/2016] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Functional constipation (FC) is a common childhood problem often related to pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. We compared the effectiveness of pelvic physiotherapy (PPT) vs standard medical care (SMC) in children with FC. METHODS We performed a multicenter randomized controlled trial of 53 children (age, 5-16 y) with FC according to the Rome III criteria, at hospitals in The Netherlands from December 2009 to May 2014. Group allocation was concealed using a central computer system. SMC consisted of education, toilet training, and laxatives (n = 26), whereas PPT included SMC plus specific physiotherapeutic interventions (n = 27). Results were obtained from written reports from the subjects' pediatricians and parents. The primary outcome was absence of FC, according to Rome III criteria, after a 6-month follow-up period. Secondary outcomes were global perceived effect (range, 1-9; success was defined as a score ≥ 8), numeric rating scales assessing quality of life (parent and child; scale, 1-10), and the strengths and difficulties questionnaire (SDQ). RESULTS Treatment was effective for 92.3% of the children receiving PPT and for 63.0% of the children receiving SMC (adjusted odds ratio for success of PPT, 11.7; 95% confidence interval, 1.8-78.3) (P = .011). Significantly more children undergoing PPT stopped using laxatives (adjusted odds ratio, 6.5; 95% confidence interval, 1.6-26.4) (P = .009). Treatment success (based on global perceived effect) was achieved for 88.5% of subjects receiving PPT vs 33.3% of subjects receiving SMC) (P < .001). PPT also produced larger adjusted mean differences, before vs after treatment, in numeric rating scales to assess quality of life: an increase of 1.8 points for parents (P = .047) and 2.0 points for children (P = .028). Results from the SDQ did not differ significantly between groups (P = .78). CONCLUSIONS In a randomized controlled trial of children with FC, PPT was more effective than SMC on all outcomes measured, with the exception of findings from the SDQ. PPT should be considered as a treatment option for FC in children 5-16 years old. Dutch Clinical Trial Registration no: NL30551.068.09.
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Emma Children's Hospital/Amsterdam Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Paediatrics, Zuwe Hofpoort Hospital, Woerden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Oerbekke MS, Stukstette MJ, Schütte K, de Bie RA, Pisters MF, Vanwanseele B. Concurrent validity and reliability of wireless instrumented insoles measuring postural balance and temporal gait parameters. Gait Posture 2017; 51:116-124. [PMID: 27744250 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2016.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2015] [Revised: 09/09/2016] [Accepted: 10/05/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The OpenGo seems promising to take gait analysis out of laboratory settings due to its capability of long-term measurements and mobility. However, the OpenGo's concurrent validity and reliability need to be assessed to determine if the instrument is suitable for validation in patient samples. METHODS Twenty healthy volunteers participated. Center of pressure data were collected under eyes open and closed conditions with participants performing unilateral stance trials on the gold standard (AMTI OR6-7 force plate) while wearing the OpenGo. Temporal gait data (stance time, gait cycle time, and cadence) were collected at a self-selected comfortable walking speed with participants performing test-retest trials on an instrumented treadmill while wearing the OpenGo. Validity was assessed using Bland-Altman plots. Reliability was assessed with Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (2,1) and smallest detectable changes were calculated. FINDINGS Negative means of differences were found in all measured parameters, illustrating lower scores for the OpenGo on average. The OpenGo showed negative upper limits of agreement in center of pressure parameters on the mediolateral axis. Temporal reliability ICCs ranged from 0.90-0.93. Smallest detectable changes for both stance times were 0.04 (left) and 0.05 (right) seconds, for gait cycle time 0.08s, and for cadence 4.5 steps per minute. INTERPRETATION The OpenGo is valid and reliable for the measurement of temporal gait parameters during walking. Measurements of center of pressure parameters during unilateral stance are not considered valid. The OpenGo seems a promising instrument for clinically screening and monitoring temporal gait parameters in patients, however validation in patient populations is needed.
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- Michiel S Oerbekke
- Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands; Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, The Netherlands
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- Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands; Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, The Netherlands
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- Department of Kinesiology, Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Department of Sport Science, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Physical Therapy Research, Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands; Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, The Netherlands; Department of Health Innovation and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Kinesiology, Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Department of Health Innovation and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
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Bruls VEJ, Jansen NWH, de Bie RA, Bastiaenen CHG, Kant IJ. Towards a preventive strategy for complaints of arm, neck and/or shoulder (CANS): the role of help seeking behaviour. BMC Public Health 2016; 16:1199. [PMID: 27894287 PMCID: PMC5126821 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-016-3853-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2016] [Accepted: 11/18/2016] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background When developing an effective early preventive strategy for employees and students with CANS (Complaints of Arm, Neck or Shoulder, not caused by acute trauma or systemic disease), insight in help seeking behaviour and knowledge of factors associated with help seeking behaviour within the target population, is a prerequisite. The aim of this study was to examine whether perceived hindrance is associated with help seeking behaviour, specifically in employees and students identified with CANS. Additionally, the associations of factors related to functioning and participation, work-environment and demographics with help seeking behaviour were explored in these groups. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among employees and students of two universities in the South of the Netherlands. The questionnaire included questions to assess (1) demographics, work/study and activity related factors (2) experience of CANS (3) perceived hindrance (4) help seeking behaviour. A subpopulation of the survey, consisting of those employees and students with self-reported CANS, received additional questionnaires to examine the impact of (1) participant characteristics (2) complaint and health related variables (3) functioning and participation (4) work-environment and social support, on help seeking behaviour. Results 37.3% of the employees and 41.4% of the students reported CANS. Of these, respectively 43.3% and 45.5%, did not seek help and had no intention to seek help either. Employees and students who had not sought help reported less hindrance, less perceived disabilities and shorter duration of complaints, compared those who did seek help. Employees and students within this group who had also no intention to seek help, perceived fewer disabilities and reported shorter duration of complaints. Conclusion The absence of help seeking behaviour in respondents with CANS is a bottleneck for implementation of preventive strategies. In employees and students with CANS, help seeking behaviour is primarily determined by factors related to experienced hindrance. Our findings emphasize the need to tailor preventive strategies, in order to optimize screening and participation in early interventions for CANS.
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- Vivian E J Bruls
- Department of Epidemiology, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, Maastricht, MD, 6200, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, Maastricht, MD, 6200, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, Maastricht, MD, 6200, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, Maastricht, MD, 6200, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Care And Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 40, Maastricht, MD, 6200, The Netherlands
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Ottenheijm RPG, Cals JWL, Winkens B, Weijers RE, de Bie RA, Dinant GJ. Ultrasound imaging to tailor the treatment of acute shoulder pain: a randomised controlled trial in general practice. BMJ Open 2016; 6:e011048. [PMID: 27872111 PMCID: PMC5128954 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2016-011048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2016] [Revised: 07/18/2016] [Accepted: 09/06/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine the clinical effectiveness of ultrasound tailored treatment in patients with acute subacromial disorders. DESIGN Pragmatic randomised controlled trial. SETTING Dutch general practice. PARTICIPANTS Patients aged 18-65 years with acute (duration <3 months) unilateral shoulder pain and no previous treatment, in whom the general practitioner suspected a subacromial disorder was enrolled. INTERVENTIONS All patients underwent ultrasound imaging of the affected shoulder. Patients who were still symptomatic after a qualification period of 2 weeks with standard treatment were randomised to treatment tailored to ultrasound diagnosis (disclosure of the ultrasound diagnosis) or usual care (non-disclosure of the ultrasound diagnosis). PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURE Patient-perceived recovery using the Global Perceived Effect questionnaire at 1 year. RESULTS 129 patients were included. 18 patients recovered during the 2-week qualification period, resulting in 111 randomised patients; 56 were allocated to ultrasound tailored treatment and 55 to usual care. After 1 year, no statistically significant differences in recovery were found between the ultrasound tailored treatment group (72.5% (37/51)) and the usual care group (60% (30/50), OR 2.24 (95% CI 0.72 to 6.89; p=0.16)). Also, healthcare use was similar. CONCLUSIONS This study has shown no clinically significant difference in the primary outcome measure between the ultrasound tailored treatment and usual care groups. Furthermore, there was no overall difference in healthcare resources used between groups. Although no formal cost data are included, one can only assume that the ultrasound examinations are additional costs for the intervention group, which cannot be justified in routine practice based on this trial. Based on this study, no change in current pragmatic guidelines to incorporate early ultrasound imaging can be recommended. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NTR2403; Results.
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- Ramon P G Ottenheijm
- Department of Family Medicine, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Family Medicine, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Methodology and Statistics, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Family Medicine, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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van Lieshout R, Pisters MF, Vanwanseele B, de Bie RA, Wouters EJ, Stukstette MJ. Biofeedback in Partial Weight Bearing: Usability of Two Different Devices from a Patient's and Physical Therapist's Perspective. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0165199. [PMID: 27798674 PMCID: PMC5087887 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0165199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2016] [Accepted: 10/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background Partial weight bearing is frequently instructed by physical therapists in patients after lower-limb trauma or surgery. The use of biofeedback devices seems promising to improve the patient’s compliance with weight-bearing instructions. SmartStep and OpenGo-Science are biofeedback devices that provide real-time feedback. For a successful implementation, usability of the devices is a critical aspect and should be tested from a user’s perspective. Aim To describe the usability from the physical therapists’ and a patients’ perspective of Smartstep and OpenGo-Science to provide feedback on partial weight bearing during supervised rehabilitation of patients after lower-limb trauma or surgery. Methods In a convergent mixed-methods design, qualitative and quantitative data were collected. Usability was subdivided into user performance, satisfaction and acceptability. Patients prescribed with partial weight bearing and their physical therapists were asked to use SmartStep and OpenGo-Science during supervised rehabilitation. Usability was qualitatively tested by a think-aloud method and a semi-structured interview and quantitatively tested by the System-Usability-Scale (SUS) and closed questions. For the qualitative data thematic content analyses were used. Results Nine pairs of physical therapists and their patients participated. The mean SUS scores for patients and physical therapists were for SmartStep 70 and 53, and for OpenGo-Science 79 and 81, respectively. Scores were interpreted with the Curved Grading Scale. The qualitative data showed that there were mixed views and perceptions from patients and physical therapists on satisfaction and acceptability. Conclusion This study gives insight in the usability of two biofeedback devices from the patient’s and physical therapist’s perspective. The overall usability from both perspectives seemed to be acceptable for OpenGo-Science. For SmartStep, overall usability seemed only acceptable from the patient’s perspective. Implication The study findings could help clinicians to decide which biofeedback device is appropriate for their given situation and provide information for future development of biofeedback devices.
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- Remko van Lieshout
- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Physical Therapy Research, Clinical Health Sciences & Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Physical Therapy Research, Clinical Health Sciences & Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
- Human Movement Biomechanics Research Group, Department of Kinesiology, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Center for Physical Therapy Research and Innovation in Primary Care, Julius Health Care Centers, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Physical Therapy Research, Clinical Health Sciences & Department of Rehabilitation, Nursing Science and Sport, Brain Center Rudolf Magnus, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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Wondergem R, Pisters MF, Wouters EJ, Olthof N, de Bie RA, Visser-Meily JM, Veenhof C. The Course of Activities in Daily Living: Who Is at Risk for Decline after First Ever Stroke? Cerebrovasc Dis 2016; 43:1-8. [DOI: 10.1159/000451034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2016] [Accepted: 09/16/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background: Stroke is not only an acute disease, but for the majority of patients, it also becomes a chronic condition. There is a major concern about the long-term follow-up with respect to activities of daily living (ADL) in stroke survivors. Some patients seem to be at risk for decline after a first-ever stroke. The purpose of this study was to determine the course of ADL from 3 months after the first-ever stroke and onward and identify factors associated with decline in ADL. Methods: A systematic literature search of 3 electronic databases through June 2015 was conducted. Longitudinal studies evaluating changes in ADL from 3 months post stroke onward were included. Cohorts including recurrent strokes and transient ischemic attacks were excluded. Regarding the course of ADL, a meta-analysis was performed using random-effects model. A best evidence synthesis was performed to identify factors associated with decline in ADL. Results: Out of 10,473 publications, 28 unique studies were included. A small but significant improvement in ADL was found from 3 to 12 months post stroke (standardized mean difference (SMD) 0.17 (0.04-0.30)), which mainly seemed to occur between 3 and 6 months post stroke (SMD 0.15 (0.05-0.26)). From 1 to 3 years post stroke, no significant change was found. Five studies found a decline in ADL status over time in 12-40% of patients. Nine factors were associated with ADL decline. There is moderate evidence for being dependent in ADL and impaired motor function of the leg. Limited evidence was found associated with insurance status, living alone, age ≥80, inactive state and having impaired cognitive function, depression and fatigue with decline in ADL. Conclusion: Although on an average patients do not seem to decline in ADL for up to 3 years, there is considerable variation within the population. Some modifiable factors associated with decline in ADL were identified. However, more research is needed before patients at risk of deterioration in ADL can be identified.
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Heuts PHTG, de Bie RA, Dijkstra A, Aretz K, Vlaeyen JWS, Schouten HJA, Hopman-Rock M, van Weel C, van Schayck CP. Assessment of readiness to change in patients with osteoarthritis. Development and application of a new questionnaire. Clin Rehabil 2016; 19:290-9. [PMID: 15859530 DOI: 10.1191/0269215505cr814oa] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Objective: To develop a self-report measure for assessment of the stage of change in patients with osteoarthritis, in order to identify patients who would benefit from a self-management programme. Methods: According to the ‘stages of change’ model a questionnaire was developed with three groups of items corresponding to the precontemplation stage (Pre), the contemplation (Cont) and the action (Act) stage. Internal consistency and factor structure of this questionnaire were investigated by assessing Cronbach's alphas and by performing factor analysis. Subjects and setting: The questionnaire was offered to 273 patients who entered a randomized clinical trial on self-management in a general health care setting. Results: Factor analysis revealed that most items corresponded to the a priori described groups, while some items were not loading on the presumed factor. In each subgroup some items were deleted, resulting in a 15-item questionnaire. After this item reduction Cronbach's alphas were 0.72 (Pre), 0.76 (Cont) and 0.79 (Act) and all factor loadings were satisfactory (above 0.35). Classification revealed some differences between parts of the total group, for example in the proportion of patients in the preparation stage (recruited by general practitioner 33.6%; advertisement 49.2%). Conclusions: The Stages of Change Questionnaire in Osteoarthritis, a 15-item questionnaire to assess the ‘stage of change’ of a patient with osteoarthritis showed good internal consistency and adequate factor structure. These findings warrant further studies on validity and applicability in a clinical context.
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Hulzebos EHJ, van Meeteren NLU, van den Buijs BJWM, de Bie RA, Brutel de la Rivière A, Helders PJM. Feasibility of preoperative inspiratory muscle training in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery with a high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications: a randomized controlled pilot study. Clin Rehabil 2016; 20:949-59. [PMID: 17065538 DOI: 10.1177/0269215506070691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective: To determine in a pilot study the feasibility and effects of preoperative inspiratory muscle training in patients at high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications who were scheduled for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Design: Single-blind, randomized controlled pilot study. Setting: University Medical Centre Utrecht, the Netherlands. Subjects: Twenty-six patients at high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications were selected. Intervention: The intervention group ( N = 14) received 2-4 weeks of preoperative inspiratory muscle training on top of the usual care received by the patients in the control group. Main measures: Primary outcome variables of feasibility were the occurrence of adverse events, and patient satisfaction and motivation. Secondary outcome variables were postoperative pulmonary complications and length of hospital stay. Results: The feasibility of inspiratory muscle training was good and no adverse events were observed. Treatment satisfaction and motivation, scored on 10-point scales, were 7.9 (± 0.7) and 8.2 (± 1.0), respectively. Postoperative atelectasis occurred in significantly fewer patients in the intervention group than in the control group (ϰ2DF1 = 3.85; P = 0.05): Length of hospital stay was 7.93 (± 1.94) days in the intervention group and 9.92 (± 5.78) days in the control group ( P = 0.24). Conclusion: Inspiratory muscle training for 2-4 weeks before coronary artery bypass graft surgery was well tolerated by patients at risk of postoperative pulmonary complications and prevented the occurrence of atelectasis in these patients. A larger randomized clinical trial is warranted.
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- Erik H J Hulzebos
- Section Rehabilitation, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience, University Medical Center Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Bendermacher BLW, Teijink JAW, Willigendael EM, Bartelink ML, Peters RJG, de Bie RA, Büller HR, Boiten J, Langenberg M, Prins MH. A clinical prediction model for the presence of peripheral arterial disease — the benefit of screening individuals before initiation of measurement of the ankle—brachial index: an observational study. Vasc Med 2016; 12:5-11. [PMID: 17451087 DOI: 10.1177/1358863x07076827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Measurement of the ankle—brachial index (ABI) can provide important information about the presence of subclinical atherosclerosis. Performing the ABI in the overall population is not feasible, but it can be used in a selected population. A simple prediction rule could be of much use to estimate the risk of an abnormal ABI. This was designed as an observational study in the setting of 955 general practices in The Netherlands. A total of 7454 patients aged ≥ 55 years presenting with at least one vascular risk factor (smoking, hypertension, diabetes, and hypercholesterolemia) and no complaints of intermittent claudication were included. Patients were selected by the general practitioner during visiting hours and from medical records. Main outcome measures included the prevalence of PAD, defined as an ABI below 0.9, which was related to vascular risk factors using regression analyses on which the PREVALENT clinical prediction model was developed. The overall prevalence of PAD was 18.4%. Since the treatment of individuals with a history of coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular disease will not be influenced by the finding of asymptomatic PAD, these individuals were not taken into account for the development of the clinical prediction model. Analyses showed a significantly increased risk for PAD with increasing age, smoking, and hypertension. The clinical prediction model giving risk factor points per factor (age: 1 point per 5 years starting at 55 years; ever smoked: 2 points; currently smoking: 7 points; and hypertension: 3 points), showed a proportional increase of the PAD prevalence with each increasing risk profile (range: 7.0—40.6%). In conclusion, based on the PREVALENT clinical prediction model, the general practitioner is able to identify a high-risk population in which measurement of ABI is useful.
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- Bianca L W Bendermacher
- Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Atrium Medical Centre, Heerlen, The Netherlands
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Tobler-Ammann BC, de Bruin ED, Brugger P, de Bie RA, Knols RH. The Zürich Maxi Mental Status Inventory (ZüMAX): Test-Retest Reliability and Discriminant Validity in Stroke Survivors. Cogn Behav Neurol 2016; 29:78-90. [PMID: 27336805 DOI: 10.1097/wnn.0000000000000094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine discriminant validity and test-retest reliability of the Zürich maxi mental status inventory (ZüMAX) in patients with stroke. BACKGROUND The ZüMAX is a novel domain-specific cognitive assessment tool to screen for disturbances in neuropsychological function. The test can be used in stroke rehabilitation to estimate severity of cognitive impairment. Because evidence for validity and reliability is lacking, the tool's clinical use is limited. METHODS We administered the ZüMAX in a test-retest design to 33 community-dwelling stroke survivors, and once to 35 healthy controls matched for age and sex. RESULTS We found significant group differences in subscores for the cognitive domains of executive functions and language as well as total score (P=0.001 to 0.004); we did not find group differences for the domains of praxia (defined as the ability to perform purposeful actions), visual perception and construction, or learning and memory. Test-retest reliability of the total score was good (intraclass correlation coefficient=0.81), with the individual domain subscores ranging from poor to fair (0.59 to 0.79). The ZüMAX could detect changes in patients with low smallest detectable differences in executive functions, language, and praxia (0.05 to 1.49) and total score (0.09). CONCLUSION The ZüMAX has moderate to good test-retest reliability. Furthermore, the tool might discriminate between healthy persons and chronic stroke survivors on three of five subscales. The ZüMAX shows promise in measuring neuropsychological disturbances in stroke survivors; however, further trials are required with larger samples.
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- Bernadette C Tobler-Ammann
- *Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Research Center, Directorate of Research and Education, University Hospital Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland ∥Neuropsychology, Department of Neurology, University Hospital Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland ‡Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule (ETH) Zürich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), Zürich, Switzerland †Department of Epidemiology, Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI) School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands §Centre for Evidence Based Physiotherapy, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Rogan S, Radlinger L, Baur H, Schmidtbleicher D, de Bie RA, de Bruin ED. Sensory-motor training targeting motor dysfunction and muscle weakness in long-term care elderly combined with motivational strategies: a single blind randomized controlled study. Eur Rev Aging Phys Act 2016; 13:4. [PMID: 27239241 PMCID: PMC4884400 DOI: 10.1186/s11556-016-0164-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2015] [Accepted: 05/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This study evaluated the effects of a combined innovative training regime consisting of stochastic resonance whole-body vibration (SR-WBV) and a dance video game (DVG) on physical performance and muscle strength in long-term-care dwelling elderly. METHODS Thirthy long-term-care elderly were randomly allocated to an intervention group (IG; n = 16) receiving combined SR-WBV training and DVG, or a sham group (SG; n = 14). IG performed five sets one minute of SR-WBV, with one minute rest between sets (base frequency 3 Hz up to 6 Hz, Noise 4) during the first five weeks on three days per week. From week five to eight a DVG was added to SR-WBV for IG on three days per week. SG performed a five-set SR-WBV program (1 Hz, Noise 1) lasting five times one minute, with one minute rest in between, three days a week. From week five to eight stepping exercises on a trampoline were added on three days per week. PRIMARY OUTCOME Short physical performance battery (SPPB). Secondary outcome: isometric maximal voluntary contraction (IMVC), and sub phases of IMVC (Fsub), isometric rate of force development (IRFD) and sub time phases of IRFD (IRFDsub) were measured at baseline, after four and eight weeks. ANOVA with repeated measures was used for analyses of time and interaction effects and MANOVA determined between group intervention effects. RESULTS Between group effects revealed significant effects on the SPPB primary outcome after four weeks F(1, 27) = 6.17; p = 0.02) and after eight weeks F(1,27) = 11.8; p = 0.002). Secondary muscle function related outcome showed significant between group effects in IG on IRFD, Fsub 30 ms, 100 ms, 200 ms and IRFDsub 0-30 ms, 0-50 ms, 0-100 ms and 100-200 ms compared to SG (all p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Eight weeks SR-WBV and DVG intervention improved lower extremity physical function and muscle strength compared to a sham intervention in long-term-care elderly. SR-WBV and DVG seems to be effective as a training regime for skilling up in long-term-care elderly.
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- Slavko Rogan
- Discipline Physiotherapy, Health, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Bern, Switzerland ; Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Discipline Physiotherapy, Health, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Bern, Switzerland
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- Discipline Physiotherapy, Health, Bern University of Applied Sciences, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht, The Netherlands ; Centre for Evidence Based Physiotherapy, Maastricht University, PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, Maastricht University, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht, The Netherlands ; Centre for Evidence Based Physiotherapy, Maastricht University, PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, The Netherlands ; Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Institute of Human Movement Sciences and Sport, ETH Zurich, Switzerland Wolfgang-Pauli-Str. 27, HIT J 31.2, CH-8093 Zurich, Switzerland
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Rewald S, Mesters I, Lenssen AF, Emans PJ, Wijnen W, de Bie RA. Effect of aqua-cycling on pain and physical functioning compared with usual care in patients with knee osteoarthritis: study protocol of a randomised controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2016; 17:88. [PMID: 26887576 PMCID: PMC4758142 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-016-0939-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2015] [Accepted: 02/10/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Background Over the last decade aquatic exercise has become more and more popular. One of the latest trends is aqua-cycling, where participants sit on a water-resistant stationary bike and, while immersed chest deep in the water, combine continuous cycling with upper body exercises that utilise water resistance. Since stationary cycling and aquatic exercises are frequently recommended to patients with knee osteoarthritis, combining both would seem an obvious step, and an aqua-cycling exercise programme for patients with knee osteoarthritis has indeed been developed. This study protocol gives a detailed description of the exercise programme and the methodology of a study to compare this programme with treatment involving usual care only. Methods The study is a single-blind, parallel-group, randomised controlled trial of Maastricht University Medical Centre+, the Netherlands. Inclusion criteria: knee pain of four to seven on a 10-point pain rating scale; a Kellgren/Lawrence score between one to three; ability to cycle; good mental health; sufficient language skills; indication for physical therapy in conjunction with impairments due to OA. Exclusion criteria: any contra-indication for aquatic exercise; planned total knee replacement; corticosteroid injection <3 months and/or hyaluronic acid injection <6 months; severe joint complaints (other than knee joint); symptomatic and radiological apparent hip OA; inflammatory joint diseases; inability to safely enter and exit the pool; fear of water. Participants will receive two 45-min moderate intense aqua-cycling sessions weekly over a period of 12 weeks in addition to usual care or usual care only. Usual care consists of an individual intervention plan comprising lifestyle recommendations, medication routine and referral to a physical therapist. Participants will be assessed at baseline, and at 12 and 24 weeks after baseline. The primary outcome is self-reported knee pain and physical functioning. Secondary outcomes are lower limb muscle strength, functional capacity, self-reported disease severity, physical activity level, quality of life, self-efficacy and fear of movement. Daily diaries will collect information on knee pain, physical functioning, level of physical activity, pain medication routine and physical therapy (control group only) or exercise participation over two 30-day periods (during the intervention period). Discussion To our knowledge the present study is the first randomised controlled trial evaluating the effects of aqua-cycling in the pre-surgical stage of knee osteoarthritis. This trial will demonstrate if the newly designed aqua-cycling intervention, in supplement to usual care, can help to improve impairments due to knee osteoarthritis. Trial registration Netherlands Trial Register NTR3766 (21-12-2012). Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12891-016-0939-5) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre+, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Epidemiology, CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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