Clinician Assessment of Upper Limb Lymphedema: An Observational Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robyn Sierla ◽  
Elizabeth S. Dylke ◽  
Tim Shaw ◽  
Simon Poon ◽  
Sharon L. Kilbreath
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Clinician Assessment

Study on Pramana Shareera in relation to Prakriti

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajendra Pai N. ◽  
U. Govindaraju
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Characteristic Property ◽  
The Body ◽  
Artificial Limbs ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Unit Of Measurement ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Different Parts

Ayurveda in its principle has given importance to individualistic approach rather than generalize. Application of this examination can be clearly seem like even though two patients suffering from same disease, the treatment modality may change depending upon the results of Dashvidha Pariksha. Prakruti and Pramana both used in Dashvidha Pariksha. Both determine the health of the individual and Bala (strength) of Rogi (Patient). Ayurveda followed Swa-angula Pramana as the unit of measurement for measuring the different parts of the body which is prime step assessing patient before treatment. Sushruta and Charaka had stated different Angula Pramana of each Pratyanga (body parts). Specificity is the characteristic property of Swa-angula Pramana. This can be applicable in present era for example artificial limbs. A scientific research includes collection, compilation, analysis and lastly scrutiny of entire findings to arrive at a conclusion. Study of Pramana and its relation with Prakruti was conducted in 1000 volunteers using Prakruti Parkishan proforma with an objective of evaluation of Anguli Pramana in various Prakriti. It was observed co-relating Pramana in each Prakruti and Granthokta Pramana that there is no vast difference in measurement of head, upper limb and lower limb. The observational study shows closer relation of features with classical texts.

scholarly journals Impact of Post-Stroke Recanalization on General and Upper Limb Functioning: A Prospective, Observational Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-58
Author(s):  
João Paulo Branco ◽  
Filipa Rocha ◽  
João Sargento-Freitas ◽  
Gustavo C. Santo ◽  
António Freire ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Acute Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Functional Recovery ◽  
Prospective Observational Study ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Patient Functioning ◽  
The Impact

The objective of this study is to assess the impact of recanalization (spontaneous and therapeutic) on upper limb functioning and general patient functioning after stroke. This is a prospective, observational study of patients hospitalized due to acute ischemic stroke in the territory of the middle cerebral artery (n = 98). Patients completed a comprehensive rehabilitation program and were followed-up for 24 weeks. The impact of recanalization on patient functioning was evaluated using the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) and Stroke Upper Limb Capacity Scale (SULCS). General and upper limb functioning improved markedly in the first three weeks after stroke. Age, gender, and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score at admission were associated with general and upper limb functioning at 12 weeks. Successful recanalization was associated with better functioning. Among patients who underwent therapeutic recanalization, NIHSS scores ≥16.5 indicate lower general functioning at 12 weeks (sensibility = 72.4%; specificity = 78.6%) and NIHSS scores ≥13.5 indicate no hand functioning at 12 weeks (sensibility = 83.8%; specificity = 76.5%). Recanalization, either spontaneous or therapeutic, has a positive impact on patient functioning after acute ischemic stroke. Functional recovery occurs mostly within the first 12 weeks after stroke, with greater functional gains among patients with successful recanalization. Higher NIHSS scores at admission are associated with worse functional recovery.

Protective myoelectric activity at performing upper limb neurodynamic test 1 in breast cancer survivors. A cross-sectional observational study

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 ◽  
pp. 68-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irene de la Rosa-Díaz ◽  
María Torres-Lacomba ◽  
Paz Acosta-Ramírez ◽  
Itxaso García-de Orive ◽  
Robert J. Nee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Breast Cancer Survivors ◽  
Myoelectric Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional

When does spasticity in the upper limb develop after a first stroke? A nationwide observational study on 861 stroke patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 66 ◽  
pp. 144-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyung Eun Nam ◽  
Seong Hoon Lim ◽  
Joon Sung Kim ◽  
Bo Young Hong ◽  
Han Young Jung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Nationwide Observational Study

Relation between spasticity, weakness and contracture of the elbow flexors and upper limb activity after stroke: An observational study

2006 ◽  
Vol 28 (13-14) ◽  
pp. 891-897 ◽  
Author(s):  
Louise Ada ◽  
Nicholas O'Dwyer ◽  
Louise Ada ◽  
Nicholas O'Dwyer ◽  
Eileen O'Neill
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Elbow Flexors

scholarly journals Vascular Access Blood Flow Estimation Based On Standardized Extracorporeal Blood Flow in Hemodialysis Patients

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Franklin Geovany Mora-Bravo ◽  
Sonia Catalina Rivera González ◽  
Pamela Tatiana Morales Torres ◽  
Marco Rivera Ullauri
Keyword(s):  
Blood Flow ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Vascular Access ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Arterial Line ◽  
Flow Estimation ◽  
Extracorporeal Blood ◽  
Hemodialysis Unit ◽  
The Right

Abstract Background: Measurement of vascular access flow (Qa) is a recommendation in the care of hemodialysis patients. We developed an observational study to answer the following question: Can access blood flow be estimated?Methods: This observational study was carried out in the hemodialysis unit of the José Carrasco Arteaga Hospital in Cuenca-Ecuador. The sample calculation was 41 cases. Patients older than 17 years with stage 5d chronic renal failure and vascular access with arteriovenous fistula were included. The variables were descriptive of the population: Qa and extracorporeal blood flow (Qb). Qa measurement was performed with the Transonic ® monitor. Qb was measured at dynamic arterial line pressures (DALPs) of -60 mmHg, -100 mmHg, -160 mmHg, and -200 mmHg. The correlation coefficient "r" was obtained between Qa and Qb. SPSS 22.0 was used to analyze the information and perform a linear regression equation to estimate access blood flow (eQa).Results: Fifty-seven patients aged 62.9 ± 12.7 years with 29.4 ± 33 months on hemodialysis were included; 23 women (40.3%) and 45.6% had diabetic nephropathy. Fistulas were seen in 40 cases in the left upper limb (70.2%) and 17 (29.8%) in the right upper limb. The prevalence of aneurysms was 10.5%. The 50th percentile of Qb was 415 mL/min with a DALP of -200 mmHg. The mean access flow was 1516 ± 878 ml/min. The correlation between Qb and Qa was statistically more significant between Qb and DALP of -200 mmHg. The association had a coefficient Rs = 0.643 (IC 0.453 to 0.771) P <0.0001. The estimated access flow eQa = (Qb at DALP of -200 mmHg (mL/min) * 16.63) - 5449.71.Conclusions: It was possible to estimate access blood flow with parameters for easy intradialysis measurements. The equation obtained, if applied to the same patient with the same DALP, could become a useful parameter for monitoring vascular access.Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00522704. Registered 14 March 2008, https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00522704

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