The Patient-Specific Functional Scale: Validity, Reliability, and Responsiveness in Patients With Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Problems

2012 ◽  
Vol 42 (2) ◽  
pp. 56-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheryl Hefford ◽  
J. Haxby Abbott ◽  
Richard Arnold ◽  
G. David Baxter
Keyword(s):  
Upper Extremity ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
Scale Validity ◽  
Musculoskeletal Problems

The Patient-Specific Functional Scale: Validity in Workers' Compensation Claimants

2008 ◽  
Vol 89 (7) ◽  
pp. 1294-1299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Douglas P. Gross ◽  
Michele C. Battié ◽  
Alexander K. Asante
Keyword(s):  
Patient Specific ◽  
Workers Compensation ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
Scale Validity

Patient Specific Functional Scale: Establishment of Validity in Patients with Upper Extremity Nerve Injury

2012 ◽  
Vol 37 (8) ◽  
pp. 45
Author(s):  
Christine B. Novak ◽  
Dimitri J. Anastakis ◽  
Dorcas E. Beaton ◽  
Susan E. Mackinnon ◽  
Joel Katz
Keyword(s):  
Upper Extremity ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
Scale Establishment

scholarly journals Validity of the Patient Specific Functional Scale in Patients following Upper Extremity Nerve Injury

Hand ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 132-138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine B. Novak ◽  
Dimitri J. Anastakis ◽  
Dorcas E. Beaton ◽  
Susan E. Mackinnon ◽  
Joel Katz
Keyword(s):  
Upper Extremity ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Functional Scale

Exploring the Perth Hamstring Assessment Tool and Lower Extremity Functional Scale in a Proximal Hamstring Avulsion Cohort: A Cross-sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 036354652110085
Author(s):  
Elsa Pihl ◽  
Kenneth B. Jonsson ◽  
Mida Berglöf ◽  
Nina Brodin ◽  
Olof Sköldenberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Activity Limitations ◽  
Functional Tests ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
Proximal Hamstring Avulsion ◽  
Proximal Hamstring ◽  
Lower Extremity Functional Scale

Background: The goal of treatment for a proximal hamstring avulsion (PHA) is an objectively restored muscle and a subjectively satisfied, pain-free patient at follow-up. Different self-reported and performance-based outcome measures have been used to evaluate recovery, but their validity is poorly investigated. Purpose: To investigate 1) the correlation between the commonly used self-reported outcome measurements, the Perth Hamstring Assessment Tool (PHAT) and the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS); 2) to what extent these scores can be explained by physical dysfunction as measured by performance-based tests; 3) whether performance-based tests can discriminate between the injured and uninjured extremity; and 4) which activity limitations are perceived by patients several years after the injury. Study design: Cohort study (Diagnosis); Level of evidence, 3. Methods: We included a consecutive series of patients treated for or diagnosed with PHA in our department between 2007 and 2016 having at least 2 tendons avulsed from the ischial tuberosity. Participants attended 2 study visits, answered questionnaires (PHAT, LEFS, and Patient-Specific Functional Scale [PSFS]), and performed physical performance–based tests (single-leg hop tests, single–step down test, and isometric and isokinetic strength tests). Results: A total of 50 patients were included (26 men [52%], 24 women [48%]; mean age, 50.9 years [SD, 9.8 years]). The mean follow-up time was 5.5 years (SD, 2.7 years), and 74% had been surgically treated. The correlation between PHAT and LEFS was strong ( r = 0.832) and statistically significant ( P < .001). Seven of the performance-based tests exhibited a statistically significant but weak correlation with LEFS (0.340-0.488) and 3 of the tests to PHAT (–0.304 to 0.406). However, only peak torque could significantly discriminate between the extremities. The activity limitation most commonly mentioned in PSFS was running (16 patients [32%]). Conclusion: Although PHAT and LEFS correlated strongly, the correlations between functional tests and the patient-reported outcome scores were weak, and most functional tests failed to discriminate between the injured and uninjured lower extremity in patients with PHA 5 years after injury. In general, patients alleged few activity limitations, but running difficulty was a common sequela after PHA.

scholarly journals Management of Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction During Pregnancy Using Exercise and Pelvic Support Belts

2005 ◽  
Vol 85 (12) ◽  
pp. 1290-1300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jill Depledge ◽  
Peter J McNair ◽  
Cheryl Keal-Smith ◽  
Maynard Williams
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Scale Score ◽  
Symphysis Pubis ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
Muscle Strengthening ◽  
Questionnaire Score ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Average Pain ◽  
Pelvic Support

Abstract Background and Purpose. Symphysis pubis pain is a significant problem for some pregnant women. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of exercise, advice, and pelvic support belts on the management of symphysis pubis dysfunction during pregnancy. Subjects. Ninety pregnant women with symphysis pubis dysfunction were randomly assigned to 3 treatment groups. Methods. A randomized masked prospective experimental clinical trial was conducted. Specific muscle strengthening exercises and advice concerning appropriate methods for performing activities of daily living were given to the 3 groups, and 2 of the groups were given either a rigid pelvic support belt or a nonrigid pelvic support belt. The dependent variables, which were measured before and after the intervention, were a Roland-Morris Questionnaire score, a Patient-Specific Functional Scale score, and a pain score (101-point numerical rating score). Results. After the intervention, there was a significant reduction in the Roland-Morris Questionnaire score, the Patient-Specific Functional Scale score, and the average and worst pain scores in all groups. With the exception of average pain, there were no significant differences between groups for the other measures. Discussion and Conclusion. The findings indicate that the use of either a rigid or a nonrigid pelvic support belt did not add to the effects provided by exercise and advice.

Upper extremity muscle activity during household floor vacuuming with upright cleaners

2018 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
pp. 1018-1021
Author(s):  
Haerim Bak ◽  
Clive D’Souza ◽  
Gwanseob Shin
Keyword(s):  
Upper Extremity ◽  
Muscle Activity ◽  
Maximum Voluntary Contraction ◽  
Voluntary Contraction ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Physical Demands ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Musculoskeletal Problems ◽  
Muscle Groups ◽  
Intensive Work

Physical demands of household carpet vacuuming and associated risks for musculoskeletal problems have received little attention although the level of muscle exertions is often assumed to be similar to that of occupational vacuuming. The aim of this study was to quantitatively assess the level of muscle activities of the upper extremity during carpeted floor vacuuming with household upright vacuum cleaners. Eighteen participants conducted four different carpet vacuuming tasks with two different cleaner models. Electromyography data from seven upper extremity muscles were collected. Median muscle activity ranged from 4.5% to 47.5% of the maximum voluntary contraction capacity for female participants and from 2.7% to 23.6% for male participants. Normalized muscle activity levels were significantly higher in women compared to men across tasks and muscle groups. Study results suggest that home vacuuming with upright vacuum cleaners is physically intensive work, especially for female users who are less physically capable.

scholarly journals Motor Control Exercise for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial

2009 ◽  
Vol 89 (12) ◽  
pp. 1275-1286 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonardo O.P. Costa ◽  
Christopher G. Maher ◽  
Jane Latimer ◽  
Paul W. Hodges ◽  
Robert D. Herbert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Motor Control ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Chronic Low Back Pain ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Functional Scale ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Control Exercise

BackgroundThe evidence that exercise intervention is effective for treatment of chronic low back pain comes from trials that are not placebo-controlled.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of motor control exercise for people with chronic low back pain.DesignThis was a randomized, placebo-controlled trial.SettingThe study was conducted in an outpatient physical therapy department in Australia.PatientsThe participants were 154 patients with chronic low back pain of more than 12 weeks’ duration.InterventionTwelve sessions of motor control exercise (ie, exercises designed to improve function of specific muscles of the low back region and the control of posture and movement) or placebo (ie, detuned ultrasound therapy and detuned short-wave therapy) were conducted over 8 weeks.MeasurementsPrimary outcomes were pain intensity, activity (measured by the Patient-Specific Functional Scale), and patient's global impression of recovery measured at 2 months. Secondary outcomes were pain; activity (measured by the Patient-Specific Functional Scale); patient's global impression of recovery measured at 6 and 12 months; activity limitation (measured by the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire) at 2, 6, and 12 months; and risk of persistent or recurrent pain at 12 months.ResultsThe exercise intervention improved activity and patient's global impression of recovery but did not clearly reduce pain at 2 months. The mean effect of exercise on activity (measured by the Patient-Specific Functional Scale) was 1.1 points (95% confidence interval [CI]=0.3 to 1.8), the mean effect on global impression of recovery was 1.5 points (95% CI=0.4 to 2.5), and the mean effect on pain was 0.9 points (95% CI=−0.01 to 1.8), all measured on 11-point scales. Secondary outcomes also favored motor control exercise.LimitationClinicians could not be blinded to the intervention they provided.ConclusionsMotor control exercise produced short-term improvements in global impression of recovery and activity, but not pain, for people with chronic low back pain. Most of the effects observed in the short term were maintained at the 6- and 12-month follow-ups.

Reliability, validity, and responsiveness of the Japanese version of the Patient-Specific Functional Scale in patients with neck pain

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (12) ◽  
pp. 2816-2820 ◽  
Author(s):  
Koji Nakamaru ◽  
Junya Aizawa ◽  
Takayuki Koyama ◽  
Osamu Nitta
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Japanese Version ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Functional Scale
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