Search Results - "Journal of hand therapy"

Epidemiology of distal radius fractures and factors predicting risk and prognosis by MacIntyre, Norma J., BScPT, MSc, PhD, Dewan, Neha, MPT, PhD Candidate

“…Abstract Study design Literature Review. Introduction For optimal Distal Radius Fracture (DRF) rehabilitation and fracture prevention, it is important to…”
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Leap Motion Controller–based training for upper extremity rehabilitation in children and adolescents with physical disabilities: A randomized controlled trial by Tarakci, Ela, Arman, Nilay, Tarakci, Devrim, Kasapcopur, Ozgur

“…Randomized controlled trial. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), cerebral palsy (CP), and brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) are the most common disorders…”
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Assessment of upper extremity impairment, function, and activity after stroke: foundations for clinical decision making by Lang, Catherine E., PT, PhD, Bland, Marghuretta D., DPT, MSCI, NCS, Bailey, Ryan R., MSOT, OTR/L, Schaefer, Sydney Y., PhD, Birkenmeier, Rebecca L., OTD, OTR/L

“…Abstract The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive approach for assessing the upper extremity (UE) after stroke. First, common UE impairments…”
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Diagnostic accuracy of examination tests for lateral elbow tendinopathy (LET) – A systematic review by Karanasios, Stefanos, Korakakis, Vasileios, Moutzouri, Maria, Drakonaki, Eleni, Koci, Klaudia, Pantazopoulou, Vasiliki, Tsepis, Elias, Gioftsos, George

“…•Cozen's test and grip strength difference between elbow flexion and extension provide high accuracy for the diagnosis of lateral elbow tendinopathy…”
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Proprioception: How is it affected by shoulder pain? A systematic review by Ager, Amanda L., Borms, Dorien, Deschepper, Lode, Dhooghe, Robin, Dijkhuis, Jason, Roy, Jean-Sébastien, Cools, Ann

“…Proprioception encompasses the submodalities of joint position sense (JPS), kinesthesia, sense of force, and velocity. Owing to the vast mobility of the…”
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Utilization of 3D printed orthoses for musculoskeletal conditions of the upper extremity: A systematic review by Schwartz, Deborah A., Schofield, Katherine A.

“…●A systematic review was performed on studies utilizing 3D printed orthoses for musculoskeletal conditions of the elbow, wrist, hand and digits in clinical…”
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A pilot study on the design and validation of a hybrid exoskeleton robotic device for hand rehabilitation by Haghshenas-Jaryani, Mahdi, Patterson, Rita M., Bugnariu, Nicoleta, Wijesundara, Muthu B.J.

“…An iterative design process was used to obtain design parameters that satisfy both kinematic and dynamic requirements for the hand exoskeleton. This design was…”
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Kinematic evaluation and reliability assessment of the Nine Hole Peg Test for manual dexterity by Temporiti, Federico, Mandaresu, Serena, Calcagno, Alessandra, Coelli, Stefania, Bianchi, Anna Maria, Gatti, Roberto, Galli, Manuela

“…•The Nine Hole Peg Test is one of the most used tools to assess manual dexterity.•Kinematic indexes during Nine Hole Peg Test were reliable.•Jerk revealed the…”
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The role of diagnostic ultrasound in the examination of carpal tunnel syndrome: an update and systematic review by Erickson, Mia, Lawrence, Marsha, Lucado, Ann

“…•Intra- and interrater reliability and known-group validity of cross-sectional area (CSA) measurements of the median nerve taken at the carpal tunnel inlet are…”
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Predictors of outcomes after rotator cuff repair—A meta-analysis by Raman, Jayaprakash, PT, PhD, Walton, David, PT, PhD, MacDermid, Joy C., PT, PhD, Athwal, George S., MD, FRCSC

“…Abstract Study Design Systematic review. Introduction Clinical outcomes associated with rotator cuff repair (RCR) are generally favorable, but no study has…”
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Investigation of reliability, validity, and cutoff value of the Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test by Sığırtmaç, İlkem Ceren, Öksüz, Çiğdem

“…This is a cross-sectional study. The Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test (JTHFT) evaluate the efficacy of treatment and assess a broad range of hand functions…”
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Applying principles of motor learning and control to upper extremity rehabilitation by Muratori, Lisa M., PT, EdD, Lamberg, Eric M., PT, EdD, CPed, Quinn, Lori, PT, EdD, Duff, Susan V., PT, OT, EdD, CHT

“…Abstract The purpose of this article is to provide a brief review of the principles of motor control and learning. Different models of motor control from…”
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Tendon Biomechanics and Mechanobiology—A Minireview of Basic Concepts and Recent Advancements by Wang, James H-C., PhD, Guo, Qianping, MS, Li, Bin, PhD

“…Abstract Due to their unique hierarchical structure and composition, tendons possess characteristic biomechanical properties, including high mechanical…”
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The interaction between pain and movement by Merkle, Shannon L., Sluka, Kathleen A., Frey-Law, Laura A.

“…Clinical commentary. Pain and movement are universally relevant phenomena that influence human experiences in readily observable ways. Improved understanding…”
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An introductory study of common grasps used by adults during performance of activities of daily living by Vergara, Margarita, PhD, Eng, Sancho-Bru, J.L., PhD, Eng, Gracia-Ibáñez, V., MSc, Eng, Pérez-González, A., PhD, Eng

“…Abstract This paper presents the results of a descriptive survey on human grasps. Sixty-four videos were selected to represent tasks performed in the main…”
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Comparison of two relative motion extension approaches (RME with versus without an additional overnight orthosis) following zones V-VI extensor tendon repairs: A randomized equivalence trial by Hirth, Melissa J, Hunt, Ian, Briody, Kelly, Milner, Zoe, Sleep, Kate, Chu, Angela, Donovan, Emily, O'Brien, Lisa

“…Study designMulti--center randomized controlled trial with two intervention parallel groups. An equivalence trial.IntroductionRelative motion extension (RME)…”
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Effectiveness of virtual reality in the treatment of hand function in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review by Rathinam, Chandrasekar, Mohan, Vikram, Peirson, Janet, Skinner, Jane, Nethaji, Kalidass Subash, Kuhn, Isla

“…Systematic review. Children with cerebral palsy (CP) may have limited use of their hands for functional activities and for fine motor skills. Virtual reality…”
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Wrist proprioception—An update on scientific insights and clinical implications in rehabilitation of the wrist by Hagert, Elisabet, Rein, Susanne

“…The field of wrist proprioception, as it relates to rehabilitation and surgery, has gone through a period of intense growth in the past decade. From being…”
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Effectiveness of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation therapy and strength training among post-menopausal women with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis. A randomized trial by Campos-Villegas, Cristina, Pérez-Alenda, Sofía, Carrasco, Juan J., Igual-Camacho, Celedonia, Tomás-Miguel, José Manuel, Cortés-Amador, Sara

“…•Improvements in disability scores were clinically relevant with both programs.•Mobility improved by 29% and pain was reduced by 57% in the combined…”
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Shoulder proprioception: How is it measured and is it reliable? A systematic review by Ager, Amanda L., MSc, PT, Roy, Jean-Sébastien, PT, PhD, Roos, Marianne, M.Mus, Belley, Amélie Fournier, MSc, Cools, Ann, PT, PhD, Hébert, Luc J., PT, PhD

“…Abstract Study Design Systematic review. Introduction Constituents of proprioception include our awareness of the position (joint position sense [JPS]) and…”
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