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Turk J Phys Med Rehab, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This study compared the effectiveness of home-based versus supervised hospital circuit training exercises (CTEs) on functional and cardiovascular outcomes in male wheelchair users with chronic paraple...
KEY FINDING: Both supervised and home-based circuit training exercises improved upper extremity strength, cardiovascular endurance, and lipid profile in men with paraplegia.
IEEE Trans Control Syst Technol, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This paper introduces a tube-based model predictive control (MPC) method for a hybrid neuroprosthesis, combining functional electrical stimulation (FES) and an electric motor to regulate knee joint mo...
KEY FINDING: The tube-based MPC method was proven to have recursive feasibility, compliance to input constraints, and exponentially bounded stability, suggesting its suitability for real-time control applications.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This case report presents a case of adenocarcinoma diagnosed with CT-guided percutaneous biopsy of the C2 body using a posterolateral approach under local anesthesia. Stepwise approach for CT-guided m...
KEY FINDING: The study demonstrates that a minimally invasive posterolateral percutaneous CT-guided approach for C2 biopsy is safe and precise.
International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This study explored case managers’ perceptions of synchronous telerehabilitation versus clinic-based physical therapy for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). The findings revealed a preference ...
KEY FINDING: Case managers showed a significant preference for clinic-based physical therapy services over synchronous telerehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
Neuromodulation, 2021 • September 1, 2021
The study describes the post hoc clinical and neurophysiological assessment of five patients, three of whom were nonresponders in a neuromodulation study aimed at evoking motor response in motor compl...
KEY FINDING: Nonresponders presented with a complete absence of spasticity and absence of leg reflexes.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This study compared two FES systems, MyndMove™ and Compex Motion, in terms of discomfort and preference during torque-matched muscle contractions in able-bodied individuals. The results showed that My...
KEY FINDING: Participants felt less discomfort with MyndMove™ during high-intensity stimulation, suggesting it could make stronger contractions more tolerable.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This study evaluated the feasibility and limited efficacy of an online group PA program designed specifically for persons with SCI. The current pilot study demonstrates the acceptability and limited e...
KEY FINDING: Participants were highly satisfied with the online instruction, content, and platform.
Asian Biomed (Res Rev News), 2021 • September 1, 2021
This systematic review evaluated the validity and reliability of clinical instruments used to assess balance function in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). The review identified 16 articles as...
KEY FINDING: The Functional Reach Test (FRT), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and Mini-Balance Evaluation Systems Test (Mini-BESTest) are frequently assessed in studies evaluating balance in SCI patients.
Spinal Cord Series and Cases, 2021 • August 31, 2021
This study characterizes major neurological complications of the spinal cord or cauda equina which occur as a direct result of spine surgery. The relative rate of major neurologic injury in spine surg...
KEY FINDING: The most common causes of neurologic injury were postoperative fluid collections, malposition of instrumentation, and traumatic decompression.
Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2021 • August 31, 2021
This literature review examines neuro-orthopedic surgical techniques for upper limb spasticity in adults, aiming to evaluate the evidence for their efficacy. The review covers various surgical approac...
KEY FINDING: Most surgical procedures for upper limb spasticity are complex, consisting of several techniques based on the patient's problems and goals, which interferes with evaluating each procedure individually.