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...ncourages improved standards of education and clinical practice throughout the world. == How does IFOMPT serve the physiotherapy profession? ==

...cal use consistent with guidelines? A systematic review and meta-analysis. The Spine Journal. 2018 Dec 1;18(12):2266-77.</ref> ...pean Journal of Physiotherapy. 2018 Oct 10:1-6.</ref> This page will cover the four diagnostic imaging modalities commonly used in lumbar spine disorders.

...yields a decrease in shoulder pain and overall improvements in function of the shoulder.<ref>Haik MN, Alburquerque-Sendín F, Silva CZ, Siqueira-Junior AL ...capability.<ref>MacDermid JC, Ramos J, Drosdowech D, Faber K, Patterson S. The impact of rotator cuff pathology on isometric and isokinetic strength, func

'''Original Editor '''- [[User:Sanne Delporte|Sanne Delporte]] as part of the [[Vrije Universiteit Brussel Evidence-based Practice Project|Vrije Universi ...culoskelet Disord. 2003 May 30;4:10</ref><ref name="HOOS">Koos.nu. What is the HOOS? Available from: http://www.koos.nu/ (Last accessed 08/09/2022)</ref>.

...sability across all ethnic groups and importantly has been shown to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases, such as Coronary Heart Disease, Type 2 D ..."><ref>National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine. Peter Carruthers | The Importance of Exercise. Available from: https://youtu.be/RbJ0K75SmMM[last a

...monly applied to the knee, but there are versions for other joints such as the hip, shoulder and elbow. ...-operative period and was combined with physiotherapy for maximum results. The device was well tolerated, without interfering with open wounds, nursing ca

...22(18), 2128-2156. https://doi.org/10.1097/00007632-199709150-00012</ref>. The main reasons for IDD therapy advocacy are; # chronic neck and back pain are the major causes of disability,

[[Image:1st mtp gout.jpg|thumb|Gout: slight redness in the MTP joint of the big toe]] ...ref>. Most patients with gout have other [[Multimorbidity|comorbidities]]. The prevalence of gout is higher among individuals with chronic diseases such a

...ex Injuries|TFCC]]) located on the ulnar aspect of the wrist joint between the lunate, triquetrum, and ulnar head. <ref>Pulos N, Bozentka DJ. [https://pub ...nih.gov/1735212/ The blood supply of the human distal radioulnar joint and the microvasculature of its articular disk]. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related

Content Development Projects have been contributing to the growth of Physiopedia since it launched in 2009. ...and offers a place for Physiotherapists and Physical Therapists throughout the world to contribute, share, and gain knowledge as part of a formal project.

'''Original Editors ''' - [[User:Ward Willaert|Ward Willaert]] as part of the [[Vrije Universiteit Brussel Evidence-based Practice Project|Vrije Universi ...fected by an arthropathy (arthropathy is a general term for any disease of the joints).

...scles in the front part of the femur) to the [[patella]] or kneecap tears. The quadriceps tendon may be partially or completely torn.<ref name=":4">https: ...ee that a quadriceps tendon rupture limits lower leg extension is based on the severity of tendon damage. Minor tendon tears may have minimal impact on ex

...rence was discovered by Dr. Victor McKusick of Johns Hopkins University in the 1970's. <ref name="IFOP" /><br> ...k" /> However, there have been 800 confirmed cases in the world and 285 in the United States.<ref name="IFOP" />&nbsp;67% undergo invasive procedures for

...Heleen Van Cleynenbreugel]][[User:Els Van Haver|Els Van haver]] as part of the [[Vrije Universiteit Brussel Evidence-based Practice Project|Vrije Universi ...2006, p. 21.</ref> It can cause a slipping of the vertebra, in which case the term spondylolytic [[Spondylolisthesis|spondylolysthesis]] is used.

The objective of the study was to explore the effects of manipulations to the cervicothoracic junction on clinical outcomes in patients with [[Rotator Cu ...ed and further research is warranted to determine the extent and nature of the relationship between thoracic manipulation and shoulder pain.

'''Original Editor '''- [[User:Wanda van Niekerk|Wanda van Niekerk]] based on the course by [https://members.physio-pedia.com/instructor/jason-giesbrecht// J ...e Innovative technologies for rehabilitation and health promotion: what is the evidence?.] Physical therapy. 2015 Mar 1;95(3):294-8.</ref>

...nclusive policies for the participation of people with chronic diseases in the labour market.] International Journal of Environmental Research and Public ...social status.<ref name=":2" /> Return to work (RTW) aims at facilitating the injured, temporarily impaired, or disabled worker to return to work as soon

...a-pep.com/Acapella-Choice-Easy-to-Clean-PEP-Device_p_14.html</ref>]]One of the most frequently prescribed airway clearance therapy (ACT) options for patie During PEP therapy, the patient exhales against a fixed-orifice resistor, generating pressures duri

Melancia, J.L., et al defines spinal stenosis as the narrowing of the [[/www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/spinal-canal|spinal canal]] ca ...joint hypertrophy or slippage of adjacent vertebral bodies, all narrowing the space for neural tissue to pass through.

...cases this may be the longest period away from structured training within the various sporting disciplines. ...ID-19-pandemic.pdf Aspetar Clinical Guideline. Safe Return to Sport during the COVID-19 Pandemic.] June 2020</ref>

# CLBP represents the second leading cause of disability worldwide and is a major health and econ ...being a large gap between a patient's desired amount of pain reduction and the minimum percentage of improvement that makes a treatment worthwhile. <ref n

...not edit unless you are involved in this project, but please come back in the near future to check out new information!!</div> ...pathic or other forms of scoliosis or primary deformity/anomaly located in the spine, trunk or extremities or (b) any systemic condition that may affect b

...and reduced participation in activities and accounts for up to 50% of all musculoskeletal disorders.<ref>Burton I. Autoregulation in resistance training for lower li ...fferent ideas and treatment options, the best thing to do is to start from the beginning with a thorough, subjective and objective history.

...ovement or manual therapy. Further, the clinical model of CAD incorporates the notion of assessing for patients presenting to physiotherapists with neurom Thus the model has two dimensions:<br>

...s|rheumatoid arthritis]] are the most common of the rheumatic diseases but the group of diseases is much more, encompassing over 200 different conditions. ...sative factor for rheumatic disease. eg this Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the development of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).<ref name=":4" /> It is p

..., cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, overall functional capacity and the maintenance or even enhancement of cognitive function.<ref name=":1">Angeva ...s the absence of mental illness. However, it’s may be confusing concerning the fact that positive feelings alone don’t identify mental health. People th

...It is considered a common condition, but there is significant variation in the reported prevalence rates of spondyloarthropathy and its subgroups.<ref>Sto ...Jun 12;10(12):2604.</ref>). Other areas affected include the [[Anatomy of the Human Heart|heart]], eyes, [[Lung Anatomy|lung]]<nowiki/>s, [[skin]], gut a

...bsp;<ref name="1.">Balagué, Federico, et al. "Non-specific low back pain." The Lancet 379.9814 (2012): 482-491. Level of evidence 1A</ref> ...te and chronic low back pain. This subdivision is based on the duration of the back pain. Acute low back pain is an episode of low back pain for less than

...gh a patient-focused partnership with family, rehabilitation providers and the community. Rehabilitation focuses on optimising function and aims to facili ...tion services and promote a shared understanding of rehabilitation through the provision of a common language and definitions for concepts relevant to reh

...on">The Mental Health Foundation. Mental Health in the Workplace: Tackling the effects of stress. http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/content/assets/PDF/public ...furtheradvice/whatisstress.htm (accessed 20 December 2015)</ref> stress is the negative response an individual exhibits when excessive pressure or demands

...x"> '''Original Editor '''- [[User:Akshay Misir|Akshay Misir]], as part of the [[Queen's University Neuromotor Function Project]] '''Top Contributors''' - ...increase from her initial score, indicating her decreased risk of falling. The Timed Up and Go test was also reassessed and was completed in 11.2 seconds,

...r disability. <ref name=":8" /> To learn more about WAD you can click on the following link: [[Whiplash Associated Disorders]] ...is continually being researched and therapists should stay up to date with the current research on predicting factors. <ref name=":6" />

...ref>. Due to the destructive nature of multiple sclerosis, the presence of the disease can result in major long-term disability. As with all neurological ...r input from health care services is necessary<ref name="Thompson" />. '''The four stages of multiple sclerosis:'''<br>

'''Original Editors ''' - [[User:Sam Verhelpen|Sam Verhelpen]] as part of the [http://www.physio-pedia.com/Vrije_Universiteit_Brussel_Evidence-based_Prac ...lles Tendon]] is the strong fibrous band that attaches the calf muscles to the [[calcaneus]] bone.

...vascular training involves the use of oxygen to meet the energy demands of the body’s muscles during exercise. It is associated with longer duration exe ...cluding muscle, during sustained exercise".<ref name=":0">Kent M, Kent DM. The Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine. New York: Oxford Universi

...I, Gosselink R, Granger CL et al. Physiotherapy management for COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting: clinical practice recommendations. J Physiother. 20 ...e, and how to provide care, with the understanding that this is not always the optimal environment for care, for anyone involved<ref>APTA Statement on Pat

...t Spina|Matt]] and [[User:Padraic O'Connell|Padraic O'Connell]] as part of the [[Current_and_Emerging_Roles_in_Physiotherapy_Practice|Queen Margaret Unive ...arlier age <ref>Seidell J, Halberstadt J. The Global Burden of Obesity and the Challenges of Prevention. Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism. 2015;66(2):7-

Lesions to the central nervous system (brain or spinal cord) can lead to both positive and ...te muscle control. Therefore, there is an imbalance of the signals between the central nervous system (CNS) and muscles, presenting as intermittent or sus

...ked) regional pain that is seemingly disproportionate in time or degree to the usual course of any known trauma or lesion. <ref name=":33" /> Specific cli CRPS has a multifactorial pathophysiology involving pain dysregulation in the [[Sympathetic Nervous System|sympathetic]] and [[Central Nervous System Pat

...Matassa|Aldo Matassa]] and [[User:Satu Reivonen|Satu Reivonen]] as part of the [[Current_and_Emerging_Roles_in_Physiotherapy_Practice|Queen Margaret Unive ...herapy graduates from other countries, the focus will be on graduates from the UK to ensure clarity and focus throughout.

...iginal Editor '''- [[User:Ho Man Hayden Lui|Ho Man Hayden Lui]] as part of the [[Nottingham University Spinal Rehabilitation Project]]<br> ...search&utm_campaign=ongoing_internal Biopsychosocial Model] <ref>Engel GL. The need for a new medical model: A challenge for biomedicine. Science. 1977;19

...s and the importance of a strong inter-disciplinary team is highlighted in the management of ALS. ...later stages of this disease, re-innervation can no longer compensate for the increased rate of degeneration.

...chouten, B.,[https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0093650211413571 The Communication Styles Inventory (CSI): A Six-Dimensional Behavioral Model of ...tion style is a particularly challenging task because of the complexity of the human psyche<ref name=":0" />. 

...in Campion|Kevin Campion]], [[User:Aarti Sareen|Aarti Sareen]] as part of the [[Vrije Universiteit Brussel Evidence-based Practice Project|Vrije Universi ...20injuries%20are%20often,due%20to%20the%20valgus%20trauma. Biomechanics of the anterior cruciate ligament: Physiology, rupture and reconstruction techniqu

...on with Humanity & Inclusion (HI) there was a concurrent French version of the course. ...r quality of life for children with clubfoot and their parents, all around the world.