Predictive validity of Hong Kong Chinese Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Screening Questionnaire
Publication date: December 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 33, Issue 2 Author(s): R. Tsang, J. Lau, T. Wong, E. Lee, S. Kwong, M. Poon, E. So, R. Law (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - November 19, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Early integration of physiotherapy knowledge acquired into simulated acute care management
Publication date: December 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 33, Issue 2 Author(s): W.M. Lo, S.P.C. Ngai, M. Mak (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - November 19, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Using STarT Back Screening Tool for managing chronic low back pain and treatment for subgroup with high risk of psychosocial factors
Publication date: December 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 33, Issue 2 Author(s): J. Lau, A. Yeung, I. Wong (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - November 19, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Spinal Cord Independence Measure Version III as an effective predictor for discharge destination and walking status in patients with spinal cord injury in Hong Kong
Publication date: December 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 33, Issue 2 Author(s): S.P.J. Chan, M.W.R. Chau, Y.W.E. Wong, M.C.G. Ho, M.Y.P. Lau (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - November 19, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Effects of combined Adeli suit and neurodevelopmental treatment in children with spastic cerebral palsy with gross motor function classification system levels I and II
Conclusion These results provide evidence for the greater effectiveness of combined AST/NDT than NDT alone in improving spatiotemporal gait parameters but not GMFM, PBS, and TUG test. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - November 19, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Functional ability and health status of community-dwelling late age elderly people with and without a history of falls
Conclusion Although the cross-sectional findings may be unable to clearly confirm the causal relationship of the outcomes, the data support the influence of intrinsic impairments and can be used to promote functional ability and minimise fall risk in these individuals. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 9, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Clinical applicability of rTMS in the treatment of unilateral neglect of patients with acute stroke
Publication date: Available online 1 October 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal Author(s): Doris Y.K. Chong (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 2, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Musculoskeletal pain among postmenopausal women in Nigeria: Association with overall and central obesity
Conclusion Lower extremity and back pain symptoms were the most prevalent. For overall and central obesity directly associated with MSP, WHtR seemed the best obesity screening tool for MSP in postmenopausal women. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - July 26, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
The effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on unilateral neglect of acute stroke patients: A randomised controlled trial
Conclusion The current study findings indicated that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation may be beneficial in decreasing the unilateral neglect of stroke patients. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - June 13, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Relationship between personal psychological capitals, stress level, and performance in marathon runners
Conclusion Our findings suggested that psychological factors affect stress levels the most, and marathon runners with a lower performance were more prone to stress than those who perform better. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - May 29, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Validity and reliability of the 20-m run, horizontal leap, and four-bound tests measuring high-level mobility in neurologically impaired patients
Conclusion The 20-m run, horizontal leap, and four-bound tests are valid and reliable objective measures of HLM when administered in people with neurological conditions. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - May 29, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Catastrophising, pain, and disability in patients with nonspecific low back pain
Conclusion Clinicians should screen patients with nonspecific LBP for a heightened level of catastrophic thinking and endeavour to manage such when present. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - May 1, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Immediate effect of Kinesio taping on shoulder muscle strength and range of motion in healthy individuals: A randomised trial
Conclusion Overall, KT did not cause significant difference in shoulder external rotation peak torque, and shoulder internal and external range of motion in healthy individuals. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - March 27, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Therapeutic efficacy of Lofnac Gel via phonophoresis in the management of chronic nonspecific low back pain: A randomised controlled trial
Conclusion Exercise combined with Lofnac phonophoresis was more effective in the management of patients with chronic low back pain than exercise and ultrasound alone. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - March 18, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
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Publication date: June 2015 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 33, Issue 1 (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - March 12, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
