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Gait speed as a measure in geriatric assessment in clinical settings: a systematic review by Peel, Nancye M, Kuys, Suzanne S, Klein, Kerenaftali

“…Gait speed is a quick, inexpensive, reliable measure of functional capacity with well-documented predictive value for major health-related outcomes. Numerous…”
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The Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor in People with Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Mackay, Christopher P., Brauer, Sandra G., Kuys, Suzanne S.

“…Objective. To determine the effect of aerobic exercise on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in people with neurological disorders. Data Sources…”
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Is the Wii Fit™ a new-generation tool for improving balance, health and well-being? A pilot study by Nitz, J. C., Kuys, S., Isles, R., Fu, S.

“…Background The Nintendo Wii Fit™ is a new product that is purported to improve balance, strength, flexibility, fitness and general well-being. Currently, there…”
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A systematic review of axillary web syndrome (AWS) by Yeung, W. M., McPhail, S. M., Kuys, S. S.

“…Introduction Axillary web syndrome (AWS) can result in early post-operative and long-term difficulties following lymphadenectomy for cancer and should be…”
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Additional saturday occupational therapy for adults receiving inpatient physiotherapy rehabilitation: a prospective cohort study by Caruana, Erin L, Rowell, David, Kuys, Suzanne S, Brauer, Sandra G

“…The first aim of this study was to investigate the impact of providing an additional four hours of Saturday occupational therapy to patients receiving Saturday…”
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Impact of malnutrition on 12-month mortality following acute hip fracture by Bell, Jack J., Pulle, Ranjeev C., Crouch, Alisa M., Kuys, Suzanne S., Ferrier, Rebecca L., Whitehouse, Sarah L.

“…Background Studies investigating the relationship between malnutrition and post‐discharge mortality following acute hip fracture yield conflicting results…”
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Accelerometer and Global Positioning System Measurement of Recovery of Community Ambulation Across the First 6 Months After Stroke: An Exploratory Prospective Study by Mahendran, Niruthikha, PhD, Kuys, Suzanne S., PhD, Brauer, Sandra G., PhD

“…Abstract Objective To characterize community ambulation and determine if it changes across the first 6 months after discharge from hospital after stroke…”
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Gait Speed in Ambulant Older People in Long Term Care: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Kuys, Suzanne S., PhD, Peel, Nancye M., PhD, Klein, Kerenaftali, PhD, Slater, Alexandra, Hubbard, Ruth E., MD

“…Abstract Background Gait speed, recently proposed as the sixth vital sign of geriatric assessment, is a strong predictor of adverse outcomes. Walking faster…”
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Improving physical activity after stroke via treadmill training and self management (IMPACT): a protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Brauer, Sandra G, Kuys, Suzanne S, Paratz, Jennifer D, Ada, Louise

“…The level of physical activity undertaken by stroke survivors living in the community is generally low. The main objectives of the IMPACT trial are to…”
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High-intensity treadmill training and self-management for stroke patients undergoing rehabilitation: a feasibility study by Brauer, Sandra G, Kuys, Suzanne S, Paratz, Jennifer D, Ada, Louise

“…Physical activity undertaken by stroke survivors is generally low. This trial investigated the feasibility of delivering a high-intensity treadmill and…”
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Using the Barthel Index and modified Rankin Scale as Outcome Measures for Stroke Rehabilitation Trials; A Comparison of Minimum Sample Size Requirements by McGill, Kris, Sackley, Catherine, Godwin, Jon, Gavaghan, David, Ali, Myzoon, Ballester, Belen Rubio, Brady, Marian C, Brady, M.C, Ali, M, Ashburn, A, Barer, D, Barzel, A, Bernhardt, J, Bowen, A, Drummond, A, Edmans, J, English, C, Gladman, J, Godecke, E, Hiekkala, S, Hoffman, T, Kalra, L, Kuys, S, Langhorne, P, Laska, A.C, Lees, K, Logan, P, Machner, B, Mead, G, Morris, J, Pandyan, A, Pollock, A, Pomeroy, V, Rodgers, H, Sackley, C, Shaw, L, Stott, D.J, Sunnerhagen, K.S, Tyson, S, van Vliet, P, Walker, M, Whiteley, W

“…Underpowered trials risk inaccurate results. Recruitment to stroke rehabilitation randomised controlled trials (RCTs) is often a challenge. Statistical…”
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The impact of staffing model in a 6‐day rehabilitation physiotherapy service by Caruana, E. L., Kuys, S.S., Clarke, J., Brauer, S.G.

“…Background and Purpose The impact of staffing model providing weekend physiotherapy rehabilitation has not been evaluated. This study aims to determine the…”
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Factors Affecting the Ability of the Stroke Survivor to Drive Their Own Recovery outside of Therapy during Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation by Lord, Matthew, Kuys, Suzanne S., Brauer, Sandra G., Eng, Xue Wen, Hayward, Kathryn S.

“…Aim. To explore factors affecting the ability of the stroke survivor to drive their own recovery outside of therapy during inpatient rehabilitation. Method…”
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Prediction of Discharge Destination After Stroke Using the Motor Assessment Scale on Admission: A Prospective, Multisite Study by Brauer, Sandra G., PhD, Bew, Paul G., MPhty, Kuys, Suzanne S., BPhty, Lynch, Mary R., MPhty, Morrison, Greg, BPhty

“…Abstract Brauer SG, Bew PG, Kuys SS, Lynch MR, Morrison G. Prediction of discharge destination after stroke using the Motor Assessment Scale on admission: a…”
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Balance Impairment Not Predictive of Falls in Geriatric Rehabilitation Wards by Haines, Terry, Kuys, Suzanne S., Morrison, Greg, Clarke, Jane, Bew, Paul

“…Background. Falls are common among hospital inpatients, particularly in rehabilitation wards. Standing balance impairment is widely held to be a contributing…”
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Does gait speed indicate prosthetic walking potential following lower limb amputation? by Batten, H, Kuys, S, Mandrusiak, A, McPhail, S

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Weekend therapy service provision in a sample of rehabilitation facilities throughout Australia by Caruana, E, Kuys, S, Clarke, J, Brauer, S.G

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Activity Limitations Experienced by People With Stroke Who Receive Inpatient Rehabilitation: Differences Between 2001, 2005, and 2011 by Kuys, Suzanne S., PhD, Bew, Paul G., MPhty(Neuro), Lynch, Mary R., MPhil, Brauer, Sandra G., PhD

“…Abstract Objective To determine whether there were differences in characteristics and activity limitations relevant to physiotherapists among people receiving…”
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Patients Undergoing Subacute Physical Rehabilitation following an Acute Hospital Admission Demonstrated Improvement in Cognitive Functional Task Independence by McPhail, Steven M., Kuys, Suzanne S., Varghese, Paul N.

“…Objective. This study investigated cognitive functioning among older adults with physical debility not attributable to an acute injury or neurological…”
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Development and Validation of the Balance Outcome Measure for Elder Rehabilitation by Haines, Terry, PhD, Kuys, Suzanne S., BPhty, Morrison, Greg, BPhty, Clarke, Jane, BPhty, Bew, Paul, BPhty, McPhail, Steven, BPhty

“…Abstract Haines T, Kuys SS, Morrison G, Clarke J, Bew P, McPhail S. Development and validation of the Balance Outcome Measure for Elder Rehabilitation…”
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