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...symptoms and/or function. Often, the therapists first treatment goal is to get the patient on a positive slope. ...tegy and/or tactics must be reconsidered if you cannot return your patient to a positive slope.

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...Tips Tuesday – the weekly email rehabilitation professionals look forward to''' === "Top tips Tuesday is the best email I get because it’s relevant and to the point" – Anna, Physiotherapist in the UK

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...ing involved using Physiopedia is very easy and painfree.&nbsp; It is free to do, can be accessed by anyone, and the wiki writing is made simple through ==== What do I need to do to get started using Physiopedia? ====

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...he rehabilitation community? We would very much welcome your contributions to Physiopedia. <br> ...ains how you as an expert can use Physiopedia to contribute your knowledge to the rehabilitation community.

.... 2012 Jul 1;17(4):8-13.</ref> <ref>Liebenson C, Shaughness G. The Turkish get-up. Journal of bodywork and movement therapies. 2011 Jan 1;15(1):125-7.</re ...TY%20AND%20STRENGTH.pdf Training Mobility and Strength through the Turkish Get-Up].</ref>

...cale. The Sports subscale assesses more difficult tasks that are essential to sport, it is a population-specific subscale designed for athletes<ref name= ...le is scored from 4 to 0, with 4 being “no difficulty” and 0 being “unable to do”.

...We are looking forward to introducing you to Physiopedia and welcoming you to the team. *[[Volunteer|Read about volunteering with Physiopedia]] to be sure that you know what you're letting yourself in for!

...e can begin to specialise and offer our skills to General Practitioners or to Private Practice Physiotherapists and Sports Teams. ...ation and requirements needed to set up a business. An area which is alien to most new graduate physiotherapists!

...id|main project page]] for further information, or proceed to Step 6 below to take the next steps.<br> *I will see a physiotherapist for manual therapy to help my neck pain

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...9-505. Accessed 29 May 2019.</ref>. Long lie is a marker of [[Introduction to Frailty|frailty]], illness and social isolation<ref>Lord SR, Sherrington C, ...<ref>Tinetti ME, Liu W, Claus EB. Predictors and Prognosis of Inability to Get Up After Falls Among Elderly Persons. JAMA. 1993;269(1):65-70.

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> ...ed to treat different types of spinal disorders ranging from low back pain to complex spine trauma and deformity.

...ct]]. If you do not find the answers you are looking for, please feel free to contact us by [mailto:[email protected] email] ==What Do I Need to Do to Get My Group Started Using Physiopedia?==

...a medical building housing King Pharmacy, and we are open six days a week to ensure your recovery can begin immediately after injury or illness.[https:/

...ect with educators and peers, and even work on learning activities related to your coursework. This guide explores ways that you can learn while sharing You may also want to check out the [[User Tutorials|User Tutorials]] and [[Physiopedia:Etiquette

...therapy service? For service providers, Physiopedia offers an opportunity to involve their staff in this knowledge creation process as part of service d * In addition to this, we are connected to over 200,000 people through social media.

...as good balance. Every day Peter travels nearly 1 km on a dirt path to get to and from work. When it rains, the path is very muddy. <ref name=":0">Sarah ...h a wheelchair herself as her arms are very weak. Natasha sometimes slides to the side of the seat and her family members are worried that she is uncomfo

...one of the most difficult transfers. With practice, individuals can learn to do it alone, and as such is a very important skill that should be thought i Backward Chaining - Sequence allowing you to practice the transfer for “getting off the floor” in reverse order.

You have decided to get involved in a project with Physiopedia, what's next? ...ganisation providing physiotherapy or physical therapy education is suited to running a [[Content Development Projects|Content Development Project]] with

*For Irish applicants get copies of your leaving certificate, physiotherapy degree translation, ISCP ...ialing application form and send with supporting documentation and payment to the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy.&nbsp;

...istic manner.. practice is messy and isn't pigeon holed and we'd like that to be reflected in the structure. ...hing a way through some complex material so that the students will be able to follow the module and gain the maximum learning from it.

...fficking and having to spend time in a small boat and numerous camps prior to resettlement. ...ly members, you have agreed to see the child for regular training sessions where the focus is on movement, strength, balance, etc.

...ns to support this professional online resource. There are two main ways to contribute: # Financial contributions - to support ongoing free access

...e [[Aortic Valve Disease|aortic]] valve open and close with each heartbeat to allow a one-way flow of blood. ...portant because it gives the body access to the oxygen-rich blood it needs to survive.

...a wheelchair so that she could be more help in the home, and be able to go to church. ...path. She is, however, using the wheelchair at home, and has been able to help her daughter

...sability in low back pain. Spine 1983; 8: 141-144</ref> (RMDQ) is designed to assess self-rated physical disability caused by low back pain. <ref name="S ...hometric properties of the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire compared to the Oswestry Disability Index: a systematic review]. Physical Therapy Revie

[http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Templates Get more help with Templates here] ...for example subheadings or a message at the top of the page, you may wish to create a template.&nbsp; <br>

...or lifting techniques, something that physiotherapists are uniquely placed to address. * When using smart lifting practices, people are less likely to suffer from back sprains, muscle pulls, wrist injuries, elbow injuries, spi

...t of stairs to the top. Although alternative means of getting from a lower to a higher level are often present (e.g. using a ramp or elevator), stairs ma * Alternative routes (e.g. ramps or elevators) to get to the upper level should be sought wherever possible.

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> Upper limb orthotics can be used after an injury to prevent further injury, or reduced pain by supporting an injured limb.

...ur Plus account and use the link below, or simply go to the 'Courses' page to find it!'''</div> ...l know that you are ready to participate in the course and have had access to all the pre-course information.

...each badge go to the [[Badges|badges page]] and click on each badge image to find out more information about that badge. With that badge you are free to:

...ing pages is easy and fun. Don't be scared to make constructive amendments to the content of Physiopedia! ...op or desktop computer to make edits to Physiopedia, it is '''not possible to edit the site on a mobile device'''.

...iki/>/ (accessed 27/12/2020)</ref> Aging is a complex life process related to various variables such as environmental, psychological, physical and lifest * Access to community services and social supports.

...eople experiencing burn-out typically feel exhaustion, but are also likely to feel detached or cynical about their job. They often perform less well at w * Several of the perceived causes of burnout are related to management and leadership within the workplace.

...c process of assessment, planning, action and review to respond accurately to needs and capacities as they evolve.<ref name=":0">World Health organizatio Emergency assessment is needed in all phase of emergency to ensure effective action implementation. In acute emergencies, the assessmen

...Outcome Score (HOS) was developed as an evaluative self-report instrument to assess the outcomes of arthroscopic hip surgery.<ref name=":2">Hung M, Hon ...related to activity and participation were included whereas items relating to body structure and function (i.e., symptoms) were not considered.<ref name=

* Although the footrests can be useful to help push doors open or closed, this method should not be used on glass doors th * The feet often extend beyond the footplates, so care needs to be taken to avoid injury. 

Faridah is 60 years old. She was referred to the wheelchair service by the local hospital. She has recently had a stroke Her daughter does not work and is able to help her mother at home. She has a four- wheel wheelchair with swing-away footre

...s face is not one of how to engage patients, but rather how to be engaging to patients. &nbsp;Steve Wilkins tells us "The 10 Commandments of Patient Enga #Act like you are glad to see them (patients) and have time for them… no matter how busy you really

...g the wheelchair.Removal of the rear wheels or other parts is a useful way to further diminish the size and weight of the wheelchair.  ...ch item as he/she removes or alters it, to ensure that he/she will be able to reassemble the chair later.

...etic variation within families clearly contributes directly and indirectly to the pathogenesis of disease. <ref>Hernandez LM, Blazer DG. Genetics and Hea ...t occur at an earlier age than expected (10 to 20 years before most people get the disease), disease in more than one close relative.

...taking part in a formal student project within Physiopedia. The guide will help you with setting up your account, editing pages and problem solving. &nbsp; ...on the nature of your project in Physiopedia and what you will be expected to acheive.

Would your organisation like to make a difference to global rehabilitation? Are you just as passionate as we are about knowledge ...ners|partnership with the Physiopedia charity]] offers an easy opportunity to :

...olved in Physiopedia and achieve the specific requirements for each badge. To see the specific requirements for each badge click on the badge image. ...ysiopedia administration team. For each badge you are awarded you are free to:

...mation, or proceed to Step 5 below to ddetermine if you have what you need to make your decision.<br> 4. Mild neck pain that has been present for less than 6 weeks is likely to get better without treatment:

...to Step 4 below to decide which reasons to choose each option matter most to you.<br> ...to choose each option are listed below. Check how much each reason matters to you on a scale from 0-5.

...g 21-item UIQ in patients seeking outpatient physical therapy services due to PFD. ...o urinary leakage problems, 2 related to frequency problems, and 2 related to retention problems. Each item has its own Likert rating scale structure and

...t of the wheelchair. Even if no tip or fall occurs, it can be difficult to get the wheelchair out of the gap.  * The best approach is to avoid obstacles or gaps, steering around them or straddling them.

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> ...tricting motion at a joint. It doesn't create any over-pressure or stretch to part it supports.<ref name=":0" />

...rapy Central] was established in 2004 by physical therapists with a vision to be the provider of choice for out-patient orthopedic physical therapy servi ...l get to make a difference in people's lives and we will make a difference to yours!

...year old male who attended 2.5 months of intensive rehabilitation to learn to walk again after being immobile for more than a year. Mr. T. was a diabetic ...utation, diabetes, multiple co-morbidities, poor functional mobility prior to surgery

...ysiopedia can be used in teaching and learning, and also outlines ideas as to how educators could incorporate Physiopedia into the learning activities of * In addition to this, we are connected to over 200,000 people through social media.

...pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience that the brain uses to protect the neck against a perceived threat *The perceived threat may be associated with injury to the muscles, ligaments, discs, nerves, or joints, but most neck pain is non

...le]]. The Sports subscale assesses more difficult tasks that are essential to sport, it is a population-specific subscale designed for athletes<ref name= ...ms of the Foot and Ankle Disability Index and the ability of an individual to sleep are deleted. The Sports subscale of the FAAM remains the same as the

''4 Unable to walk'' ''4 Unable to walk''

...rticles/PMC4536510/ (accessed 6.1.2022)</ref> Hip precautions mainly apply to the posterior or posterior lateral hip replacement procedure. The anterior * Environmental modifications that are recommended to prevent hip dislocations including removing tripping hazards from home and

...d to improving health and wellbeing through lifestyle changes and medicine to promote healthier living. ...hat those wishing to contribute to the project take the Plus course: [LINK TO FOLLOW]

...rld to raise awareness about the crucial contribution the profession makes to keeping people well, mobile and independent. ...World Physiotherapy aims to support member organisations in their efforts to promote the profession and advance their expertise.

...-manual-web.pdf Rehabilitation in Sudden Onset Disasters] and the [https://get.disasterready.org/rehabilitation-treatment-planning/ Rehabilitation Treatme ...In return for your efforts you will receive a certificate of completion to help you evidence your learning through your involvement with this project.

...initiatives, particularly in low resourced settings where it is difficult to access in person training from topic specialists. ...care professionals education prior to practical training, as it can serve to:

...tic, severe illness and death may occur. In rare cases, dengue fever leads to a more serious form of the disease called dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF). ...] Available: https://theconversation.com/after-decades-away-dengue-returns-to-central-queensland-117821 (accessed 8.9.2021)</ref>

*Go back to the [[Volunteer Orientation Course|Course Home Page]] *Go to the [[PP02 - Pre-Course Activities|Pre-Course Activities]]

*Apply directly to hospital HR department/ Ministry of Manpower *Skype interview if applying directly to the hospital HR department

...borough/ physiotherapy clinic in Scarborough] has the goal in this project to share meaningful perspectives, research findings, and hands-on experiences # Educate and Inform: Supply educational materials to healthcare professionals and the general public, enlightening them about th

...ither themselves or the person they are supporting. This includes learning to use hoists and other aids. ...the [[ergonomics]] behind the safe moving and handling practices relating to physiotherapy. See also [[Transfer Aids]] and [[Bed Mobility and Transfers

This project aims to develop content that will facilitate understanding of basic rehabilitation ...ought-provoking content that and health care professional will find useful to effectively work within rehabilitation services and will guide and form par

|Similar cadence, slightly slower walking speed due to fatigue * Increased trunk rotation to adapt for limited hip extension

This project aims to develop content for the ...on all aspects of Ethics and how it relates to our physiotherapy practice where ever we may be in the world.

...arber" /> which are short-forms of their the longer versions. It is useful to determine changes in symptom-severity over time and before and after treatm ...ded by 3.<ref name="Barber" /> The scale scores are then added together to get the total PFIQ-7 score, which ranges from 0-300. A lower score means there

...am is to add media (videos, images and presentations) to Physiopedia pages to make them more informative and visually appealing. ...h for and add complementary media while also formatting the existing media to create a balanced and visually appealing page.

...fore a core learning requirement for many. Physiopedia recognised the need to reflect this with high quality articles that are well coordinated with othe ...uing professional development and to contribute evidence based information to develop this resource for our profession.

Post Fracture to collum femoris resulting from falling on a slippery surface. ...lling on a slippery surface. During the course of your sessions she starts to discuss her background and her current situation, revealing that her husban

...resentative transfer. More difficulty may be experienced when transferring to and from other surfaces or heights. ...er of transfer techniques and surfaces to which a wheelchair user may wish to transfer. The sideways transfer described here is representative for people

The learner turns the wheelchair around to the left and right to face in the opposite direction, in as tight a space as possible. Turning ar ...bility to turn is made easier by casters. Casters are wheels that are free to swivel around a vertical axis. The location of the casters (front vs. back)

...now what the diagnosis was and how to improve things<br>To begin treatment where appropriate/set out management plan. ...l glide L elbow whilst the patient actively clenched his fist).<br>- Taped to offload his common extensor origin.<br>- Provided with home-exercise progra

...rebral_Palsy_Introduction|Cerebral palsy]] involves non-progressive damage to the central nervous system of a fetus or infant that affects movement and p ...n as they get older and larger. Thus, early physiotherapy intervention may help prevent a child with cerebral palsy from reinforcing ineffective movement p

= &nbsp;'''Five Things Your Physical Therapist Wants You to Know About......&nbsp;''' = #We can help&nbsp;you get&nbsp;better and prevent recurrences.

..., artificial limbs, pill organisers, memory aids and other technology that help older people and people with disabilities live a healthy and productive lif ...n return for your efforts, you will receive a certificate of completion to help you evidence your learning through your involvement with this project.

...derstanding about development in children and&nbsp;be able to explain this to someone else. ...hould be able to observe a / your child with cerebral palsy,&nbsp;and show where on the development chart she is.

...the gap between graduation and their first job. &nbsp;We want to help you to put something outstanding on your CV, provide you with a reference and have ...ent experience. &nbsp;We will match you to a role that is directly related to your interests and provide full training and support during your time with

...ysiopedia can be used in teaching and learning, and also outlines ideas as to how you can incorporate Physiopedia into the learning activities of your cl * In addition to this, we are connected to over 200,000 people through social media.

...old donated wheelchair.The wheelchair broke very quickly and he was unable to move around. He developed a pressure sore which has now healed. ...relief cushion through the wheelchair service.This wheelchair is designed to go over rough ground. He is very excited about going home with this wheelch

...In return for your efforts you will receive a certificate of completion to help you evidence your learning through your involvement with this project. ...l development and/or you may wish to contribute evidence based information to develop this resource for our profession. &nbsp;Your contribution will be r

...UK Physiotherapy Students|new graduates]].&nbsp;You have to know&nbsp;how to make your achievements shine! ...cation, work experience, skills and achievements. The following is a guide to what should be included:

...e rely on voluntary contributions from the global rehabilitation community to build this valuable resource. ...this you can know, and feel good about the fact, that you have contributed to our global profession by playing an important role in building this profess

...Sections of Physiopedia as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We intend to populate the site with practical, credible and thought-provoking informatio ...n and mental health not only of patients but health workers too we decided to review the following categories

Welcome to the Patient Facing Content Template. This has been made by students from th This information is not intended to replace your healthcare professional. Please make sure you seek medical adv

...McHugh RK, Nielsen S, Weiss RD. Prescription drug abuse: from epidemiology to public policy. Journal of substance abuse treatment. 2015 Jan 1;48(1):1-7.A ...ns after marijuana, synthetic marijuana (spice), and alcohol<ref name=":1">Get smart about drugs Prescription Drug Abuse Available: https://www.getsmartab

...10.1.1.970.6531&rep=rep1&type=pdf Comparison of magnetic resonance imaging to physical examination for syndesmotic injury after lateral ankle sprain]. Fo The squeeze test compresses the proximal fibula&nbsp;against the tibia to assess the integrity of the [http://www.physio-pedia.com/Bone bones],&nbsp;

==== I wish to take part in this course but am on holiday/out of the country/out of Intern ...ce there. &nbsp;You will also need to complete all the tasks for each week to obtain your certificate of completion. &nbsp;

...life mourning the fact that you didn't get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things ... about Holland. ...ms for tomorrow; a true source of pride and accomplishment. Many learn how to embrace a life with cerebral palsy somewhere inside the journey itself.

== What to Wear to a Job Interview == ...hange too. Here are a few tips on how you should present yourself when you get that all-important for an interview.

...tching, strengthening and mobilisation was undertaken as well as referrals to other members of the MDT. Patient is now independently mobile. ...ximately 150m.<br>After his initial inpatient stay he had been transferred to a Community hospital and then discharged home with community therapy input.

...arly to say whether or not it was achieved, but if nothing else, it seemed to have made a [https://www.physiospot.com/physiopedia/physiopedia-open-ethic ...hose spaces within ourselves and with others, the better prepared we’ll be to navigate difficult ethical situations in our professional practice.

...arkar S, Blumenthal RS, Arnett DK, Stone NJ, Welty FK. A clinician's guide to healthy eating for cardiovascular disease prevention. Mayo Clinic Proceedin ...D prevention. Watch these less than 3 minute videos to get an introduction to these diets.

...icotine]], [[Alcoholism|alcohol]], and other illicit substances that leads to social, academic, and occupational impairment. The most common illicit subs ...lot of time thinking about how they can get it and how they can get money to pay for it.

...id has a history of chronic pain and is currently having rehabilitation to help with this. ...He tells you in your own language during the first session, that you have to fix him.

...hysical-therapy/index.html Winston-Salem State University] and is intended to describe drug regimens of major pathologies. Within each regimen, drug clas ...versity. The key points of these instructions that we are being publicized to the world are as follows:

...hniques were integrated for 3 days, the patient was prepared for discharge to the acute rehab unit (ARU) for increased independence with transfers, mobil ...s. The following week he underwent an ankle replacement surgery with plans to repair his rotator cuff when weight bearing restrictions were lifted.

...therapy in everyday life. The journal writes about various topics related to physiotherapy, but mainly about preventing non-communicable diseases and ed ...t will bring these students scientific writing abilities will it help them to develop leadership abilities through self-directed learning.

...ic people.<ref name=":0" />Over time, staph bacteria have become difficult to treat with certain types of antibiotics, including vancomycin and [[Methici ...to antibiotics.<ref name=":0" />The total number of human VRSA infections to date is only 15 known in the US, with the most recent occurring in June 202

...width (side to side). Multiply these two measurements (length x width) to get a surface area estimate in square centimetres. (cm2). * '''Tissue type:''' refers to the various types of tissue found in the wound (ulcer) bed. Score a "4" if

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> ...tion on Assistive Technology (GATE), a global commitment to improve access to assistive products.<ref name=":1" />

This project aims to develop content that will facilitate an understanding of rehabilitation, it ...ought-provoking content that and health care professional will find useful to effectively work within rehabilitation services. Much of this content devel

...first patient with a transfemoral amputation due to an ischaemic foot due to arterial vascular disease. He was fitted with a transfemoral prosthesis wit ...house without steps.He enjoys gardening and maintaining the house. He used to drive and this is an important goal for him.<br>

...ate can be palpated on the medial side of the wrist inferior and laterally to the [[pisiform]].<ref name=":0" />It creates the medial border of the [[Car ...nt ([[flexor retinaculum]]). The pisohamate ligament connects the pisiform to the hamate and this forms an osseofibrous tunnel that is called the ulnar c

...or from ingested foods, loss of minerals from tooth surfaces and inability to replenish the lost minerals<ref name=":0" /><ref>Tschoppe P, Meyer-Lueckel ...saliva helps to neutralise the acid that attacks teeth, and it also helps to fight the bacteria that form dental plaque (plaque is the thin, sticky film

...), bumpy and often muddy.This has made it difficult for him and his family to keep the shop going. ...to the shop on his own, so that he is not relying on his wife or others to help him. <ref name=":0">Sarah Frost, Kylie Mines, Jamie Noon, Elsje Scheffler,

...to be very efficient in our searching. To achieve this efficiency, we need to become skilled at formulating clinical questions<ref name="KTCH">Formulatin ...g specific questions relevant to a patient’s problem&nbsp;provides a focus to thinking, and it helps in the formulation of search&nbsp;strategies and in

...is no room for the use of faradic current use on the face as it could lead to cause secondary contractures of the face.<ref>Basanta Kumar Nanda Electroth ...ent uses mild electric currents that consist of positive and negative ions to stimulate the local muscles. The outcome of a galvanic current is maintaini

...rch funders/researchers to the ‘people’ <ref>Green G. Power to the people: to what extent has public involvement in applied health research achieved this ...blic involvement is now often a requirement of research proposals in order to apply or receive research funding in the UK from many organisations, such a

...hild communicates and offers basic communication strategies for caregivers to enhance communication with their children. Children adopt different communication strategies from infancy to when they become verbal.

...dden drop in [[Hypotension|blood pressure]], often triggered by a reaction to something. VVS is the most common form of syncope, and although usually har * In older persons, more than half of syncopal episodes are due to VVS. VVS needs a working [[Autonomic Nervous System|autonomic nervous syste

...is an effective<ref name=":0">Reece AC, Simpson JM. Preparing Older People to Cope after a Fall. Physiotherapy. 1996; 82 (4): 227-235. Accessed 29 Octobe </ref> method to do this. The growing evidence regarding the benefits of BCM, yet the lack o

HIP TO BE COOL: My first experience with a hip disarticulation ...dis-articulation. I have included her course of treatment from her surgery to walking out the door on her new prosthesis. A total of 5 months in the maki

...ndition in which children have reduced visual acuity as a result of damage to posterior visual pathways.”<ref>Skoczenski,A.M , & Good, W.V. (2004). Ve ...he visual pathways.  However, there is a period of plasticity in the brain to improve visual function, with the best results between birth and three year

...ky and heavy as a young child. This is also an opportunity for the trainer to work on other reaching tasks (e.g. horizontally across a table or overhead * To be safer if leaning or bending forward, the wheelchair user can move the fo

...or more information on motor learning, please see: [[Motor Learning - Back to the Basics]]. *** e.g. a 3-month-old would be expected to be working on bringing their hands together, smiling at their caregiver, ra

...ining of wheelchair skills in rehabilitation and community settings is key to increasing participation by individuals with mobility limitations and may a ...come barriers in the environment and to thereby permit the wheelchair user to fulfill their desired role in society (Participation). Other potential bene

...s flex normally. This distinct clinical presentation is a result of damage to the median nerve, which impairs the function of the lateral lumbricals that ...and blessing posture. However, this specific condition affects the ability to abduct and flex the fourth and fifth digits and is distinct from the Benedi

...isorder (FASD) refers to a range of problems caused by exposure of a fetus to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the most common preventable cause of deve * A person with FASD can get help with their learning and behaviour to maximise their independence and achievements.

...cerebral palsy may experience during feeding, and be able to explain these to a family/community member. ...is not independent in eating then you should be&nbsp;able to work out how to make feeding her easier and more&nbsp;enjoyable for both of you.

<u>Medical diagnosis: </u>L trans-femoral amputation due to critical ischaemia with distal tissue loss. Previous 4th and 5th toe amputa ...mb deficiency the decision to amputate was made quickly with little chance to prepare Mr. H for the reality of the amputation. Post-operatively Mr. H rec

...anitarian law.&nbsp;It is pleased to present this project that contributes to development of the Cerebral Palsy section in Physiopedia and is used for th With this content development project we intend to populate the site with practical, credible and thought-provoking informatio

...ty and independence resulting in reintegration into the society and return to work. ...cher by profession. Client presents with a Below Knee Amputation secondary to Diabetic Foot Ulcer<br>She is a known Diabetic (Diabetes mellitus) with a f

...ary wheelie, the learner should return to these earlier skills and attempt to learn them using the wheelie position.  ...arlier where the non-wheelie methods were described. Only aspects specific to the wheelie method will be presented here.

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...ul to note that children have various anatomical and biomechanical changes to their lower limbs as they mature. ...sesses the knee. Pain from the hip, like in the adult, is referred usually to the medial joint line of the knee.

...ensures that the best up to date, evidence-based information is available to rehabilitation professionals worldwide. Monitoring and updating the wealth ...great complement to any rehabilitation professional's daily work, and also to your CV.

...otherapist will most frequently require and use on horses. It is advisable to always have a halter on the horse’s head for the safety of the therapist ** May be used where slightly more control is required

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...en individuals for [[Falls|fall]] risk. It is based on the persons ability to hold four progressively more challenging positions<ref>National centre of n Watch this 2 minute video to see how physiotherapists can use this test to assess balance.{{#ev:youtube|v=VUq6IgQAVJM|300}}<ref>CDC.4-Stage Balance Te

...ation follows the journey of a patient in her late sixties from amputation to initial limb fitting. It will describe some of the difficulties faced by ol ...ing and cooking. Mrs. A did not drive; previously she walked places to get to appointments, meet friends etc. Mrs. A had a small circle of friends and fa

...as high. In 2015 a Clubfoot clinic was started at Al Sader Hospital Najaf, where all the clubfoot cases are treated only by Ponseti method. The most challen ...l Relapse - Before.jpg|right]]Fatima Hassan, 5 years old girl was referred to Najaf clubfoot clinic with a relapse clubfoot deformity after receiving sur

...mselves down to the floor, to reduce [[Fear of Falling|fear]] and in order to do activities on the ground.<ref name=":5">'''Gailey RS, Clark CR. Physical ...nd can lead to serious outcomes. Risk factor assessment tools are utilised to identify the issues around the potential of falls for an individual patient

...Walking Test was developed to assess balance associated with walking, and to analyze and measure the functional walking ability in children. <ref name=" ...unctional walk' can be classified as the ability to stop, start, turn, and get into a position. <ref name=":0" />

...al federation of provincial/territorial physiotherapy regulators committed to the development and improvement of regulatory standards of practice for phy The goals of the Alliance are to:

The throwing of spears has been apart of many cultures, where participants threw sticks for distance. Some of the earliest records of the ...hrowing arc. The competitors can start anywhere on the runway, then run up to make their throw into the sector.

#Choose an impairment that you would like to write about<br> ...new page to create. &nbsp;Once you have decided on a topic you are free to get on with working on your page.&nbsp;

...the&nbsp;which will be used for the Amputee Rehabilitation [[Introduction to MOOCs|MOOC]]&nbsp;(free open online course) in 2015.&nbsp; We intend to populate the site with practical, credible and thought-provoking informatio

...his content will guide and form part of the content for the [[Introduction to Traumatic Brain Injury Course|TBI MOOC]] that took place in November 2019. ...In return for your efforts you will receive a certificate of completion to help you evidence your learning through your involvement with this project.

...ral fat pad. The patient is most often female, and the pain may be related to the menstural cycle. There may even be complaints of a sanse of "swelling" # soft to the touch,

...ught-provoking information and knowledge that physiotherapists should have to effectively work with people with refugee experience. Much of this content ...In return for your efforts you will receive a certificate of completion to help you evidence your learning through your involvement with this project.

...mongst cycling overuse injuries. A 2010 article noting that future efforts to prevent overuse injuries in competitive cyclists should focus on lower back === Why do cyclists get low back pain ===

...finished this workshop, you should understand&nbsp;and be able to explain to someone else: *What you can do to help a child communicate

...d has been using it for a while. Follow up appointments are an opportunity to; gather information from the wheelchair user, check that the wheelchair is ...hose who have had difficulty with any of the training or instruction given to them. Most intermediate level wheelchair users need additional postural sup

...is a barrier to rehabilitation; to ensure good patient education in order to prevent regression in functional abilities. ...ump. He had also had his first prosthetic fitting with a test socket prior to discharge. He commenced therapy as an out-patient 3 weeks following his dis

*Pain radiating from the centre of his spine up to mid thoracic spine VAS 6-7/10 constantly ...ready doesn't eat breakfast everymorning as it is difficult to to face due to the pain

...eappearance of any or all of the components of the original [[Introduction to Clubfoot|clubfoot deformity]] after successful treatment. It is common in t ...occurs when the foot is still flexible but there is a tendency for muscles to pull the foot into a deformed position. Fixed deformity occurs when ligamen

...sical Activity (PA) section in Physiopedia. This content will also be used to update the&nbsp;[[Physiotherapy, Exercise and Physical Activity Course|Phys ...s of Physical Activity, what the effects of PA are and what we can each do to promote PA in our communities.&nbsp;

...etting for two courses of PT. She used her own health insurance (Medicare) to cover her care, as the person that hit her had no car insurance. ...d a liner and socks of various ply. She took public transportation or cabs to physical therapy. Her finances were limited as she could not work.

...EBP process. &nbsp;Therapists should reflect subjectively on their ability to proceed through the first 4 steps of EBP, but should also assess patient ou ...hillfckLRLivingstone; 2005</ref> have developed a series of&nbsp;questions to facilitate introspective&nbsp;self-evaluation for the evidence-based&nbsp;p

...phagocytosis]] of damaged tissue preceding myofibers regeneration, leading to satellite cell activation. ...ation time gives the newly formed scar tissue a necessary tensile strength to withstand the forces caused by muscle contractions. Longer immobilisation h

...ng her mid-year school holiday, because she was still struggling to return to her previous level of function using the prosthesis.<br> ...to buy some groceries. <br>She walks to school for an hour and her friends help her by carrying her bag. She enjoyed playing sports at school. These includ

...dmarks are instrumental in physical examinations by allowing practitioners to quickly and simply identify anatomy for both diagnostic and therapeutic mea This level corresponds to around L3-L4 [[Lumbar Vertebrae|lumbar vertebrae]]<ref name=":0" />.

...er, mosquito bites, and decreased movement due to pain. Pt was referred on to physician for further diagnostic testing for underlying systemic cause. <br ...&nbsp; &nbsp;o ROM WNL with the exception of decreased knee extension due to pain <br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o MMT normal but p

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...” tissue, “end feel,” and “capsular patterns” and this contributed greatly to the development of a comprehensive and systematic physical examination of t How to examine Capsular Pattern?<ref>Cyriax J: Textbook of orthopaedic medicine, v

...g and gait retraining. Following 6 weeks of inpatient therapy, he was able to attain most of his goals. These included independently donning and doffing ...putee clinic multi disciplinary team. Once the limb had healed he returned to hospital for prosthetic fitting and gait retraining.

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> ...e risk of falling, help with weak musculature of lower legs, and to return to previous activity or facilitate patient mobility.

...hip dislocation in CP children vary widely and have been reported from 2% to 75% (Bagg et al, 1993)<br>A user-friendly hip surveillance programme that a ...br>2. Severe pain<br>3. Impaired function i.e. loss of mobility, inability to be correctly positioned, compromised personal and hygiene care<br>4. Decrea

...n area were blood drains in the [[Brain Anatomy|brain]] and is vulnerable to impact from various metabolic stresses. When changes are seen here they are ...ons, usually the same question like "What am I doing here?" or "How did we get here?".

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...ith a provisional diagnosis of nonserious back pain are subsequently found to have serious pathology as the underlying cause]. Clin Rheumatol. 2022 Jun;4 ...cularly if the patient is not responding in an expected way or is starting to worsen.<ref name=":0" /> Identifying serious pathology early on is very imp

...ulate himself in a [[Wheelchair Assessment|wheelchair]]. He needed a major help in all [[Activities of Daily Living|ADL]] except eating. <br> ...le while focusing also on [[Falls Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT): An Overview to Assist Understanding and Conduction|fall]] prevention.<br>

...astus medialis]]. Together, the quadriceps act on the [[knee]] and [[hip]] to promote movement as well as strength and stability. They provide power for In everyday life, the quadriceps muscle group as a whole allows a person to stand up from sitting, walk up or down stairs along with basic walking and

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...tation in April 2014. Following rapid onset of secondary complications due to Type 1 Diabetes. She was seen by myself for Physiotherapy at the Limb Fitti ...t heal, wound broke down &amp; became necrotic. Due to this it was revised to a L Transfemoral Amputation in April 2014.

Burns to right hand and both feet following a high-voltage electrical injury.<ref>La Thanks to Humanity and Inclusion for Case Study taken from [https://resources.relabhs

...th the other hand near the base of the patella, while the fingers are used to alternate press and feel the fluid displacing). <br>Click [[Knee|here]]&nbsp;to get more information of anatomy of the knee.<br>

...al and Molecular Teratology. 2009 Nov;85(11):897-904.</ref> [[Introduction to Clubfoot|See...]] “'''Ponseti method'''” is considered the Gold standa == Barriers to Clubfoot Treatment in Underdeveloped Countries ==

...lved in this project and earn accreditation for your contributions, please get in touch!</div> <div class="editorbox"> ...el wedge may also be used in patient's with fixed platar flexion deformity to increased base of support and improve balance.

...transfers, able to hop with a 2 w/w 6 meters with one person stand by and get on/off the floor independently. *HPI: Right TT amputation secondary to osteomyelitis and gangrene to right great toe and second toe. Debridement and closure 2 days later. Clien

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...ium-frequency electrical currents are applied to the body in such a manner to produce  amplitude modulated low frequency current within in the body for ...ulation and are used just used to get the greater depth of penetration and to produce interferential current.

...g (S&C) is the selection and development of dynamic /static exercises used to improve physical performance. Whilst it originally benefited athletes it is * S&C is used to develop every area of the body and improve the way a person moves, with the

...larms, when these small devices are triggered they send an emergency alert to pre-set mobile phone numbers or a 24-hour monitoring service. * Unlike smartphones, they're designed mainly to be a quick and simple communication tool for times of distress or danger.

...ffective and proactive role in global and local efforts to increase access to high quality rehabilitation care and improve the functioning of individuals ...tems stakeholders. Others interested in this subject are more than welcome to participate.

...more independent with the help of (simple) equipment. These devices aim to help the individual improve their quality of life and lead a more independent li ...on the needs of child. While choosing an assistive device, it is important to note that<ref>Huang IC, Sugden D, Beveridge S. [https://onlinelibrary.wiley

...led dorsiflexon sign test is a physical examination procedure that is used to test for Deep Vein [[Thrombosis]] (DVT). A positive Homan’s sign in the p #In performing this test the patient will need to actively extend his knee.

Certain techniques can be used to successfully approach most dogs. These include:<ref name=":7" /> * Modulating your voice (high pitched voices may be less threatening to some dogs)

...|digastrics muscle]]. As its name suggests, it runs from base of the skull to hyoid bone.<ref name=":0">Gray H. [https://medicotime.com/grays-anatomy-pdf * Eagle syndrome: It also known as the stylohyoid syndrome which occurs due to the partial ossification of ligament of stylohyoid. It results in sharp sho

...to the side, get out of bed, get out of the car. We also use it in walking to stop unsupported leg from falling "into space". ...rise due to weak hip abductors. Hip abduction strengthening exercises help to prevent and treat pain in the hips and knees<ref>Healthline The Benefits an

...ly can. For some that might not mean complete independence, but we want to get as close as we can."<ref name=":4" /> -- Krista Eskay</blockquote>Developme ...pairment, impart adaptive strategies, and educate the family and caregiver to ensure carryover.<ref name=":3">Houtrow A, Murphy N, Kuo DZ, Apkon S, Brei

...s (~5 cm) is useful but practice on low curbs also provides an opportunity to hone techniques that will be needed for higher curbs (~15 cm). Although cur * This skill is similar to and builds upon the previous ones, specifically the “rolls on soft surfac

...l-being and felt that this is contributing to her reduced balance, ability to move and her participation in physical activity. ...s (CAMHS) following family difficulties and placement into care separately to her older sister. She was diagnosed with an acute stress reaction with incr

As simple as it might seem to healthy people, swallowing is actually a very complex action that requires ...be helpful to know the anatomical part involved in swallowing (Fig. 1) and to understand the complexity of the swallowing mechanism that is composed by 3

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...depends on the number and types of affected cells, some children may live to adulthood. ...ndrome can be suspected and diagnosed during pregnancy, during or after 10 to 14 -weeks by a pregnancy ultrasound and blood test.The screening is mostly

...t a case. If you understand how an error is made then you are less likely to make it. Signs that should make you discuss a case with a senior colleague: ...metimes can be helped by extra padding, or by a period resting out of cast to heal the sore area.

...caused by breathlessness during daily activities, rated on a scale from 0 to 4.<ref>Rajala K, Lehto JT, Sutinen E, Kautiainen H, Myllärniemi M, Saarto ...ing ∼100 m or after few minutes on the level ground; and 4, too breathless to leave the house, or breathless when dressing or undressing.<ref name=":0">W

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...raumatic brain injury: Further explorations of reliability and sensitivity to change.] Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation. 2008 May 1;89(5) ...w well that behavior describes the patient, ranging from “definitely true” to “definitely false.”

...mobility in [[gait]], [[balance]] and transfers. It was developed in 1991 to be used after stroke or head injury<ref name=":0">Collen FM, Wade DT, Robb ...s/10.1080/0963828021000024951 "Is the Rivermead Mobility Index appropriate to measure mobility in lower limb amputees?"] Disabil Rehabil 2003 25(3): 143-

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...ve impairment vary by region and way of interpretation, it has been proven to have good sensitivity and specificity. [[Memory]] complaints and illnesses ...uld be considered to be used as a screening tool among communities to help to diagnose dementia early<ref>Yang L, Yan J, Jin X, Jin Y, Yu W, Xu S, Wu H.

...is currently under review and may not be up to date. Please come back soon to see the finished work! ({{REVISIONDAY}}/{{REVISIONMONTH}}/{{REVISIONYEAR}}) ...he [[Gluteal Muscles|gluteal]] and [[Abdominal Muscles|abdominal]] muscles to avoid from the pain getting worse. <ref name=":0">Dydyk AM, Sapra A. Willia

...xamination must pass with a criterion reference passing point which is set to equal a scaled score of 600 based on a 200-800 scale range<ref name="TN">Ru ...sage therapists, etc. The therapist must co-sign all documentation related to the designated tasks done by these personnel. <br>A PT can supervise no mor

...ive again. The objectives of rehabilitation were: the prosthesis, learning to walk, and the patient's independence. Phantom limb pain and fatigue somewha ...operated on again twice, in 2003 and 2007. In the year 2014 his knee began to ache, Mr. D delayed before consulting his doctor.

...where applicable. Finally it will assist the wheelchair service personnel to outline the clinical reasoning behind the specifications of wheelchair pres * clipboards/books can be used to help measure accurately (see process below).

...uality of life. Additionally, the ability to complete ADLs has been shown to be a predictor of nursing home admissions, hospitalizations, and utilizatio ...need was approximately 7%, and for those 65 to 74 years old, the need fell to around 3.5%. When looking at personal care tasks alone in individuals 65 y

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Arm Activity Measure (ArmA) is a measure in form of questionnaire to examine both active and passive motor functions among spastic patients. The ...for you or help you understand and complete the questionnaire, or respond to the questions on your behalf.

...groups), community service, hobbies, volunteering and work experience. Try to draw on real life experiences rather than glamorised fallacy. A useful tip is to remember the '''STAR'''&nbsp;(STAR = Situation, Task, Action and Result)&nb

...blood, or pus. <br>If there is swelling in the knee it should be evaluated to know whether it is a soft tissue swelling, a bony swelling or a joint effus Perform the patellar tap test or fluid displacement test to determine the presence of fluid in the knee joint. The patellar test is bes

...t triangular-shaped flat blade, with an inferiorly pointing apex, referred to as the inferior angle as well as lateral and superior angles. The scapula i ...[[Humerus|humeral]] head. The suprascapular notch lies immediately medial to the base of the coracoid process. The spinoglenoid notch lies posteriorly b

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...weak pelvic floor muscles compromised normal pelvic floor function and led to urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction.  Kegel's exercises for men help in:

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..., Aleman, A., & Vanhees, L. (2008). Physical activity and enhanced fitness to improve cognitive function in older people without known cognitive impairme ..., can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community”<ref>''World Health Organization. Promoting mental h