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High-Intensity Interval Training Versus Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training Within Cardiac Rehabilitation (2018)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Coronary artery disease is a leading cause of death around the world. Aerobic capacity is inversely related to cardiovascular mortality and morbidity. The authors sought to determine if high intensity interval training (HIIT) is superior to moderate intensity continuous training (MICT) for improving cardiorespiratory fitness in people with cardiovascular disease. The authors conducted a meta-analysis […]
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Effects of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise in Older Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2018)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
A total of 1028 subjects were assessed for eligibility in the trial. Screening included a phone interview where participants were excluded if they didn’t meet inclusion criteria or met exclusion criteria, such as disease preventing moderate intensity exercise. Subjects who met the inclusion criteria had RA, were aged 65 years or older, had the disease […]
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Assessment of Isometric Muscle Strength and Rate of Torque Development with Hand-Held Dynamometry: Test-Retest Reliability and Relationship with Gait Velocity After Stroke (2018)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Researchers from Australia gathered 63 individuals from the region who had acquired a stroke anywhere other than in the Cerebellum at least three months prior, lacked any cognitive impairment, and did not have additional comorbidities limiting physical activity. The selected subjects were all over the age of 21 and averaged 60 years old. Subjects were […]
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Enriched, Task-Specific Therapy in the Chronic Phase After Stroke: An Exploratory Study (2020)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The study included 39 subjects who had hemiparesis who were willing to participate in a 3 week therapy program in an enriched environment. Subjects included had a wide range of impairment severity and a wide range of age. Actives were scheduled for 5.5 hours per weekday and for 3.5 hours on Saturday. Sundays were programmed […]
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Proximal, Distal, and Contralateral Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on the Lower Extremities: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2017)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The authors of the presently examined study sought to determine if BFRT impacts muscles above the cuff (instead of just below) and if it resulted in muscle growth in the limb contralateral to the cuff. Participants were healthy subjects aged 20 to 40 years old. All were recreational level athletes who were healthy; they were […]
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Influence of Timing of Surgery on Cauda Equina Syndrome: Outcomes at a National Spinal Centre on Cauda Equina Syndrome (2018)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Cauda equina syndrome (CES) significantly affects the quality of life of those who suffer from it and is generally regarded as a surgical emergency despite there being no consensus on the best timing for surgery. The authors of the presently examined retrospective study sought to determine if early decompression and if classification via the British […]
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The Effectiveness of Exergames in Patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2016)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is characterized by spinal deformity and disability. Strategies to maximize compliance with exercise may help improve outcomes in people with AS as exercise may help maintain range of motion and fitness while decreasing disability. Exergames, or active video games, may help to encourage an active lifestyle. The authors therefore wanted to determine […]
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Treatment of Charcot Neuroarthropathy and Osteomyelitis of the Same Foot: A Retrospective Cohort Study (2017)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
In total 40 subjects were selected for inclusion in the study. A total of 60 cases were analyzed since some individuals had multiple occurrences of Charcot Neuroarthropathy and simultaneous osteomyelitis. Subject’s medical history was collected between 2002 and 2012 in a large outpatient, urban orthopedic university hospital. Inclusion criteria were a diagnosis of Charcot Neuroarthropathy, […]
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Moderate-Pain Versus Pain Free Exercise, Walking Capacity, and Cardiovascular Health in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease (2018)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
There were 36 subjects assessed in the article. Each subject had intermittent claudication and a diagnosis of peripheral artery disease. The subjects were not permitted if they had unstable cardiovascular disease, a recent cardiac event, an emergent specialist management, permanent atrial fibrillation, poorly controlled dysrhythmias, pregnancy, or intellectual developmental disorder. The trial was randomized and […]
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Physical and Mental Health Effects of Family Caregiving (2008)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Caregiving is the role of providing for another who is unable to complete tasks independently. Frequently the term is used to describe caring for someone who has had a significant or permanent disability related to a health condition. The role of caregiver is frequently taken on by friends and family of the individual needing assistance. […]
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