UV therapy: Physiotherapists' perception of therapeutic efficacy and barriers to usage
This study was conducted to assess the perception of efficacy of ultraviolet (UV) light therapy and barriers to its use among physiotherapists. A purpose-designed questionnaire containing 29 items, seeking information on perception of efficacy of UV therapy and perceived barriers to its use, was administered to physiotherapists in Northwestern Nigeria. With a response rate of 97%, it was demonstrated that almost 70% of the respondents perceived UV therapy to be effective and only 59.3% of them had ever used UV therapy for treatment purposes. In general, the major barrier to the use of the modality was nonavailability of UV...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Clinical tests for differentiating between patients with and without patellofemoral pain syndrome
This study has shown that it is difficult to find specific clinical tests to diagnose PFPS. More research is needed in this important area. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Efficacy of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques versus traditional prosthetic training for improving ambulatory function in transtibial amputees
The objective of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the efficacy of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) techniques in comparison to traditional prosthetic training (TPT) in improving ambulatory function in transtibial amputees. Thirty study participants (19 men and 11 women) with unilateral transtibial amputation participated in the study. They were randomly allocated to either the traditional training group (i.e., TPT) (n = 15) or the PNF training group (n = 15). The treatment in the TPT group consisted of weight-bearing, weight-shifting, balance, and gait exercises for 30 minutes daily for 1...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Effect of different combinations of physiotherapy treatment approaches on functional outcomes in stroke patients: A retrospective analysis
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 32, Issue 1 Author(s): Bryan Ping Ho Chung This retrospective study compared the functional outcomes among stroke patients who had received rehabilitation based on different physiotherapy treatment approaches. The participants were divided into three groups according to the physiotherapist in charge of their treatment. The primary treatment approaches applied in Group A, Group B, and Group C were the functional approach, the Bobath approach, and the motor learning approach, respectively. For each participant, the Berg's Balance Scale score, the...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Flat foot and associated factors among primary school children: A cross-sectional study
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 32, Issue 1 Author(s): C.I. Ezema , U.O. Abaraogu , G.O. Okafor Prevalence of flat foot and its associated personal characteristics among public primary school students was investigated. This cross-sectional study involved 474 public primary school students (253 females and 221 males) between the ages of 6 and 10 years. Flat foot diagnosis was made using Staheli plantar index (PI), where values >1.15 were indicative of flat foot. The number of children diagnosed with flat foot was 106, yielding a prevalence rate of 22.4%. Flexible flat...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Quality of life and burden of informal caregivers of stroke survivors
This study was aimed at determining the level of strain experienced by the caregivers of stroke survivors and the quality of life (QoL) of these caregivers. The QoL and caregiving burden among informal caregivers of stroke survivors seen at the physiotherapy outpatient clinic of two hospitals in south-western Nigeria were documented. Participants completed the Personal Wellbeing index for QoL measurement and Modified Caregivers Strain Index for measurement of Caregivers Burden Score. A total of 130 informal caregivers of stroke survivors participated in this study. The mean age of caregivers was 41.1 ± 14.0 years, while...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Reply to “Letter to the Editor: Reintegration to normal living after stroke”
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 32, Issue 1 Author(s): Adebimpe Obembe , Boladale Mapayi , Olubusola Johnson , Tolulope Agunbiade , Anne Emechete (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Reintegration to normal living after stroke
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 32, Issue 1 Author(s): Jean-Marc Bugnicourt , Ombeline Hamy , Christine Legrand (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Burden of caregivers of individuals with stroke
Publication date: June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, Volume 32, Issue 1 Author(s): Marco Y.C. Pang (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Augmented reality-based postural control training improves gait function in patients with stroke: Randomised controlled trial
Publication date: Available online 3 June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal Author(s): Chi-Ho Lee , Yumi Kim , Byoung-Hee Lee The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of augmented reality (AR)-based postural control training on balance and gait function in stroke patients. Twenty-one stroke patients were assigned to either an experimental group (n = 10) or a control group (n = 11). Patients in both groups received a general physical therapy program for a duration of 30 minutes per session, 5 days per week, for a period of 4 weeks. Participants in the experimental group received additio...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Prediction equations for 6-minute walk distance in apparently healthy Nigerians
Publication date: Available online 14 June 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal Author(s): Olufunke A. Ajiboye , Chikodi N. Anigbogu , Jane N. Ajuluchukwu , Smith I. Jaja The aims of this study were to determine the 6-minute walk distance (6MWD), establish prediction equations for the 6MWD in apparently healthy Nigerians, evaluate any effects regarding participant sex, and compare measured 6MWDs with the predicted 6MWD from reference equations derived from other populations. Four hundred and twenty two (422) apparently healthy Nigerians participated in the study. The 6-minute walk test was carried out accord...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Response to “Professional sexual boundaries – Asian and Western perception: An observational study”
Publication date: Available online 19 July 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal Author(s): Meredith TL. Yeung (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Effect of progressive muscular relaxation exercises versus transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on tension headache: A comparative study
In conclusion, progressive muscular relaxation exercises were more effective in reducing stress level than TENS in patients with TTH. The effect on pain reduction was similar between the two treatment methods. (Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal)
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Patient satisfaction with physiotherapy services in an Asian country: A report from Sri Lanka
Publication date: Available online 10 September 2014 Source:Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal Author(s): Thilini Tennakoon , Piyanjali de Zoysa Patient satisfaction is an important indicator of the quality of care provided to recipients of health services. In Sri Lanka, there is a dearth of research on patient satisfaction, particularly in the arena of physiotherapy services. Such research is important to address any issues in the physiotherapy service, such that patients' needs are better catered for, as well as to improve the marketability of physiotherapy services. The present study aimed to investigate patient sati...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Reliability of the Filipino version of the Parent Satisfaction Scale: A preliminary study
This study aimed to provide preliminary information about the reliability of the Filipino version of the Parent Satisfaction Scale (F-PSS). Research procedures included forward- and backward-translation of the PSS, cognitive interview, and data collection for reliability. These were conducted on primary caregivers of children who were receiving therapy services in a local clinic. Internal consistency and reproducibility of the translated tool were determined. Internal consistency was measured using an ordinal α value based on a polychoric correlation matrix, reproducibility using Randolph's κ, and standard error of measu...
Source: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal - October 12, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
