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The Use Of Neuromuscular Electrical Simulation In Glenohumeral Unidirectional Instability When An Exercise-Based Approach Has Failed: A Case Study, Kunal Bhanot, Navpreet Kaur, J Butler
The Use Of Neuromuscular Electrical Simulation In Glenohumeral Unidirectional Instability When An Exercise-Based Approach Has Failed: A Case Study, Kunal Bhanot, Navpreet Kaur, J Butler
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Purpose of this case study was to report the role of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to restore strength and normal motion in a patient with unidirectional shoulder instability or glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD).
The High-Level Mobility Assessment Tool (Himat) In Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2: A Case Report, Kim B. Smith, Evan M. Pucillo
The High-Level Mobility Assessment Tool (Himat) In Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2: A Case Report, Kim B. Smith, Evan M. Pucillo
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Myotonic dystrophy type 2 (DM2) is a progressive muscular dystrophy with multi-system manifestations and can affect functional mobility, gait, and balance. Currently, there are few reports of functional outcome measures in this population. This case describes the change in function detected by the High-level Mobility Assessment Tool (HiMAT) and 30-second Chair Stand Test (CST) in a high-functioning adult female with DM2 after physical therapy treatment. The patient’s chief complaint was muscular pain and fatigue that affected activities of daily living (ADLs). Multimodal physical therapy focused on neuromuscular re-education, balance and strength training, patient education, and moderate cardiorespiratory training. Improvements were …
Effect Of Stable And Unstable Surfaces On The Serratus Anterior Muscle Activation In A Kinetic-Chain Exercise Among Healthy Adults, Navpreet Kaur, Kunal Bhanot, Germaine Ferreira
Effect Of Stable And Unstable Surfaces On The Serratus Anterior Muscle Activation In A Kinetic-Chain Exercise Among Healthy Adults, Navpreet Kaur, Kunal Bhanot, Germaine Ferreira
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PURPOSE/HYPOTHESIS: The stabilizing action of the serratus anterior (SA) muscle is vital in maintaining proper scapulothoracic rhythm.1,2 Poor activation of SA muscle could lead to many shoulder dysfunctions.1,3 This warrants for exercises that are best to activate the SA muscle. Kinetic-chain recruitment during exercises has demonstrated increased SA activation due to the myofascial connections between various segments of the body.4–6 Variation of surfaces during an exercise has been shown to alter the muscle recruitment patterns.7–9 The primary purpose of this study was to determine if the unstable surface can influence SA muscle activity during the kinetic …
Global Health And Disability: A Review And Call To Action For All Rehabilitation Professions, Evan M. Pucillo, Matthew B. Huish, Quinn Tate, Edward C. O'Bryan, Ty T. Dickerson
Global Health And Disability: A Review And Call To Action For All Rehabilitation Professions, Evan M. Pucillo, Matthew B. Huish, Quinn Tate, Edward C. O'Bryan, Ty T. Dickerson
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The World Health Organization estimates 15% of the world’s population is living with disability and anticipates an increase as the population ages. Disability is a growing healthcare concern and presents a tremendous burden to all nations. The world will soon need to provide health and rehabilitative care for an enormous number of persons with disability. The purpose of this article is to provide a brief narrative review pertaining to global health and rehabilitation, and to motivate the rehabilitation professions in taking immediate action through further investment in global health initiatives to manage both the current and projected burden of disability. …