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Karagiannopoulos C, Griech SF. Impact of chronic wrist hypermobility on proprioception, strength, and functional performance in young adults. J Hand Ther 2024; 37:209-217. [PMID: 38342640 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2023.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND Chronic joint hypermobility has been attributed to repetitive ligamentous microtrauma, benign joint hypermobility syndrome (BJHS), or genetic connective tissue disorders that lead to pain and functional impairment, especially among females. Chronic wrist hypermobility (CWH) prevalence, etiology, and effects on proprioception, strength, and function have yet to be established. PURPOSE This pilot study aimed to determine the CWH prevalence among adults; its effects on proprioception, strength, and function; and whether these effects are gender based. STUDY DESIGN This was a quasi-experimental cross-sectional study. METHODS Ninety wrists (55 participants, mean age 27.46 years) with no wrist range of motion (ROM) restrictions or previous trauma for ≥6 months were screened for CWH based on an exploratory set of diagnostic criteria. Fifty-eight wrists (34 adults) were allocated to a CWH group, and 32 wrists (21 adults) were allocated to a healthy control group. Twenty-five CWH and 25 healthy control matched (gender, age, and handedness) participants were compared. Assessment included the active wrist joint position sense test, hand-held dynamometry for wrist extension and grip strength, and the patient-rated wrist evaluation for function. Testers were blinded to group allocation. RESULTS A 64.4% CWH prevalence existed among CWH participants, who were mostly asymptomatic females (74%). Frequent etiologic factors were midcarpal (96.5%) and scapholunate (39%) instabilities and BJHS (37%), which was higher among females (30%) than males (8%). Independent t-tests showed statistically significant (p < 0.05) group differences in wrist proprioception, wrist isometric extension, grip strength, and function with moderate-high (0.41-0.75) effect size. No significant gender differences existed in proprioception and function. CONCLUSIONS CWH is very prevalent among functional independent young adults with atraumatic midcarpal and intercarpal ligamentous laxities and BJHS. CWH prevails among women and adversely affects wrist proprioception, strength, and function. The study's specific CWH diagnostic criteria may be useful for clinicians to identify and timely manage impacted individuals by CWH.
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- Christos Karagiannopoulos
- DeSales University Division of Healthcare, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Center Valley, PA, USA.
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- DeSales University Division of Healthcare, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Center Valley, PA, USA.
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Karagiannopoulos C. Active wrist joint position sense (AWJPS) test offers variable reliability levels and scores among multiple wrist angles and tester-experience levels. J Hand Ther 2024; 37:234-237. [PMID: 36914494 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2022.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Ergen Hİ, Keskinbıçkı MV, Öksüz Ç. The Effect of Proprioceptive Training on Hand Function and Activity Limitation After Open Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2024; 105:664-672. [PMID: 38142026 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2023.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of proprioceptive training on hand function and activity limitation in patients undergoing open carpal tunnel release surgery. DESIGN Randomized controlled study. SETTING A university hospital. PARTICIPANTS Thirty patients were included in the study and randomized to proprioceptive training (PT) and conventional rehabilitation (CR) groups. INTERVENTION One week after surgery, both groups received CR for 6 weeks. All participants were asked to perform home-based exercises daily in 3 sets with 10 repetitions. For the PT group, a 6-step PT program was conducted starting from Week 6. Both groups received face-to-face interventions twice a week for 12 weeks. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The outcome measures included the Purdue Pegboard Test (PPT), the joint position sense test (JPST), the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire, and the Patient-Specific Functional Scale. In total, 3 assessments were performed (at 1, 6 and 12 weeks postoperatively). RESULTS In the PT group, the results for PPT were statistically significant (P<.05). Although there was a greater decrease in the absolute angular error value (JPST) of the PT group compared to the CR group, the difference was nonsignificant (P>.05). Similar reductions in activity limitation were seen in both groups (PT: 176%, CR: 175%). Symptom severity decreased by 40% in the PT group vs 32% in the CR group. The effect sizes were larger for the changes between the second and third assessments in the PT group compared to the CR group in all parameters tested. CONCLUSION When applied after carpal tunnel release surgery, PT may potentially to improve hand functions, reduce activity limitation, increase participation in activities of daily living, and thus improve quality of life.
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- Halil İbrahim Ergen
- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep.
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Hacettepe University, Ankara
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Valdes K, Rider JV. Proprioception evaluation and treatment: Hand therapist practice patterns. J Hand Ther 2024; 37:250-256. [PMID: 37865597 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2023.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about how hand therapists assess proprioception and treat deficits in clinical practice and what types of diagnoses they see most often. To our knowledge, no survey has been completed regarding proprioception practice patterns among hand therapists. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to examine current practice patterns related to the treatment and assessment of proprioception deficits by hand therapists in the United States. STUDY DESIGN This was a cross-sectional study using a survey instrument. METHODS The survey was sent to occupational and physical therapists identified as certified hand therapists or members of the American Society of Hand Therapists. The Checklist for Reporting Results of Internet E-Surveys was used in reporting results. RESULTS Members of American Society of Hand Therapists (n=152) responded to the survey. The participants were asked if they provided rehabilitation services to people who have proprioceptive deficits, and 122 (82%) responded yes, and 27 (18%) responded no. Most therapists use a standardized technique for assessing proprioceptive deficits. Hand therapists' mean confidence level in treating proprioception deficits was 7.2 out of 10 compared to the mean confidence level reported evaluating them, which was 6.1 out of 10. CONCLUSIONS Most hand therapists evaluate and treat proprioception deficits across a variety of diagnoses. While the frequency and duration of proprioception treatment varies, most hand therapists reported high use of open- and closed-chain exercises and activities along with elastic taping as part of their intervention approach.
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- Kristin Valdes
- Touro University, School of Occupational Therapy, Henderson, NV, USA.
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- Touro University, School of Occupational Therapy, Henderson, NV, USA
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Cantero-Téllez R, Algar LA, Cruz Gambero L, Villafañe JH, Naughton N. Joint position sense testing at the wrist and its correlations with kinesiophobia and pain intensity in individuals who have sustained a distal radius fracture: A cross-sectional study. J Hand Ther 2024; 37:218-223. [PMID: 38309978 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2023.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Sensorimotor impairment following distal radius fracture (DRF) has been associated with a significant decline in function. Joint position sense (JPS) testing is a meaningful and responsive way to assess sensorimotor impairment for individuals who have sustained a DRF; however, there are factors that may influence the results of JPS testing, including kinesiophobia and pain intensity. PURPOSE This study aimed to evaluate the influence kinesiophobia may have on wrist JPS testing and if pain intensity impacts kinesiophobia and JPS in individuals with a DRF. STUDY DESIGN This was a cross-sectional study. METHODS Participants referred from two medical centers with a diagnosis of DRF treated with at least 3 weeks of immobilization were enrolled in the study. Data were collected at 1 week and 6 weeks postimmobilization period. Demographics were summarized with descriptive statistics, and linear relationships between kinesiophobia, pain intensity, and wrist JPS were examined using Pearson correlation coefficient. RESULTS Forty-eight participants were included in this study (mean age 42.9 years). Significant positive correlations were found between the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK) and Numeric Rating Scale (NRS; r = 0.951, p < 0.001), TSK and JPS error (r = 0.942, p < 0.001), as well as NRS and JPS error (r = 0.898, p < 0.001). These correlations indicate that higher levels of kinesiophobia are associated with increased pain intensity and greater JPS error. T-tests reveal no significant difference between male and female for the TSK, NRS, or JPS scores. CONCLUSIONS There is an association for individuals with high levels of kinesiophobia and both greater pain and errors with JPS testing.
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- Raquel Cantero-Téllez
- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Málaga. IBIMA FE-17 Hand Research Team, Málaga, Spain.
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- Outpatient Hand Therapy, Orthopaedic Specialty Group PC, Fairfield, CT, USA.
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Málaga. IBIMA FE-17 Hand Research Team, Málaga, Spain.
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón, Spain.
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Seven B, Zorlular A, Oskay D. Comparison of the validity and reliability of three different methods used for wrist proprioception measurement. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2024; 37:170-176. [PMID: 38432801 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2023.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 11/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND ː Early detection of loss of proprioception is essential to prevent injury and maintain professional work activities. However, although many different methods are present for wrist proprioception measurement, these methods' validity and reliability studies are quite limited. OBJECTIVE To compare the validity and reliability of the goniometer, inclinometer, and joint position sense goniometer methods used in measuring wrist active joint position sense (AJPS). METHODS ː Thirty-two volunteer healthy participants (64 wrists) between the ages of 19-31 (mean age:23,34 ± 3,84) were included in the study. Wrist AJPS was assessed with an isokinetic dynamometer as a reference standard in addition to an inclinometer, goniometer, and joint position sense goniometer (JPSG). Spearman's Correlation Coefficient was used for validity analysis, and Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC3,1) was used to analyze test-retest reliability. RESULTS ː It was found that the goniometer (p < 0.001, r = 0.529) is a moderately valid method to assess active wrist joint position sense. The JPSG (p < 0.001, r = 0.432) and inclinometer (p = 0.005, r = 0.350) have weak validity. According to the results of ICC3,1 analysis, the goniometer (p < 0.001, ICC3,1 = 0.422) and JPSG (p < 0.001, ICC3,1 = 0.369) were found to have poor reliability in assessing wrist AJPS, and the inclinometer (p = 0,183, ICC3,1 = 0,114) was not found as a reliable method. CONCLUSIONS ː Our results suggest that the JPSG and inclinometer should not be used in the wrist active joint position sense evaluation because of weak validity and poor reliability. The goniometer can be used in clinics and academic research to evaluate wrist joint position sense if the rater lacks a reliable and valid measurement tool.
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- Barış Seven
- İzmir Kâtip Çelebi University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, İzmir, Turkey.
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- Gazi University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Ankara, Turkey
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- Gazi University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Ankara, Turkey
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Cantero-Tellez R, Naughton N, Algar LA, Medina-Porqueres I, Cruz-Gambero L, Valdes KA. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Protocol for Thumb Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. Hand (N Y) 2023; 18:111S-118S. [PMID: 33955250 PMCID: PMC10052626 DOI: 10.1177/1558944721990785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Osteoarthritis (OA) of the thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint often presents with joint instability and proprioceptive deficits. Proprioception has been found to play an important role in the rehabilitative process. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a proprioceptive training program on pain and function in individuals with early-stage thumb Carpometacarpal joint OA. METHODS A double-blind experimental trial using a 2-group pretest/posttest design was used in this pilot study. Participants had a diagnosis of grade I and II thumb CMC joint OA in their dominant hand and a pain rating of >4/10 on Visual Analogue Scale. Participants received either standard treatment (control group) or standard treatment plus a proprioceptive training program (experimental group). Outcome measures were lateral pinch strength, pain intensity during activities, and proprioceptive response via joint position sense (JPS) testing. RESULTS Twelve individuals (average age of 66.25 years) participated. Both groups had a statistically significant decrease in pain and increase in lateral pinch strength, all occurring with a large effect size but no statistically significant difference between groups. The experimental group experienced a large effect size for JPS testing, whereas the control group experienced a trivial effect size, and there was a statistically significant difference between groups for JPS testing. CONCLUSIONS Individuals who completed the proprioceptive training program in this study had an improvement in proprioceptive functioning. This program shows potential for routine inclusion in hand therapy for thumb CMC joint OA; however, additional high-level studies with larger sample sizes are required.
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Suero-Pineda A, Oliva-Pascual-Vaca Á, Durán MRP, Sánchez-Laulhé PR, García-Frasquet MÁ, Blanquero J. Effectiveness of a Telerehabilitation Evidence-Based Tablet App for Rehabilitation in Traumatic Bone and Soft Tissue Injuries of the Hand, Wrist, and Fingers. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2023:S0003-9993(23)00091-6. [PMID: 36758713 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2023.01.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess whether feedback-guided exercises performed on a tablet touchscreen improve clinical recovery and reduce health care usage more than the conventional home exercise program prescribed on paper in patients with bone and soft tissue injuries of the wrist, hand, and/or fingers treated by public health services. DESIGN A multicenter assessor-blinded, parallel, 2-group controlled trial. SETTING Trauma and rehabilitation services of 4 hospitals. PARTICIPANTS Six hundred sixty-three patients with limited functional ability due to bone and soft tissue injuries of the wrist, hand, and/or fingers (N=663). INTERVENTIONS The experimental group received a home exercise program using a tablet-based application with feedback, monitoring, and progression; the control group received an evidence-based home exercise program on paper. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome was functional ability through Patient Rated Wrist Evaluation for wrist conditions and the short version of Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand for all other hand pathologies. Secondary outcomes included dexterity, pain intensity, grip strength, and health care usage (number of patients referred to rehabilitation service and number of clinical appointments). RESULTS The experimental group showed a significant improvement on the Patient Rated Wrist Evaluation (P=.001) and the short version of Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (P=.001) with medium effect sizes (η2=0.066-0.067) when compared with the control group. Regarding health care usage, the experimental group presented a reduction of 41% in the rate of referrals to face-to-face rehabilitation service consultations, a reduction of rehabilitation consultations (mean difference=-1.64; 95% confidence interval, -2.64 to -0.65) and physiotherapy sessions (mean difference=-8.52, 95% confidence interval, -16.92 to -0.65) compared to the control group. CONCLUSIONS In patients with bone and soft tissue injuries of the wrist, hand, and/or fingers, prescribing feedback-guided exercises performed on a tablet touchscreen was more effective for improving patients' functional ability and reduced the number of patients referred to rehabilitation consultation and number of clinical appointments.
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- Alejandro Suero-Pineda
- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Sevilla, Seville, Spain.
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Sevilla, Seville, Spain
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- Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Podiatry, University of Sevilla, Seville, Spain
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Królikowska A, Kusienicka K, Lazarek E, Oleksy Ł, Prill R, Kołcz A, Daszkiewicz M, Janczak D, Reichert P. A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo Control Study on the Effect of a Blood Flow Restriction by an Inflatable Cuff Worn around the Arm on the Wrist Joint Position Sense in Healthy Recreational Athletes. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12020602. [PMID: 36675531 PMCID: PMC9867391 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12020602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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The number of blood flow restriction (BFR) training practitioners is rapidly increasing, so understanding the safety issues associated with limb occlusion is strongly needed. The present study determined the effect of BFR by an inflatable cuff worn around the arm on the wrist joint position sense (JPS) in healthy recreational athletes. In the prospective randomized, double-blind placebo control study, sixty healthy right-handed recreational athletes aged x = 22.93 ± 1.26 years were assigned to groups of equal size and gender rates: BFR, placebo, and control. The active wrist JPS was assessed in two separate sessions using an isokinetic dynamometer. The first assessment was performed with no cuffs. In the second session, a cuff with a standardized pressure was worn on the examined limb in the BFR group. In the placebo group, the cuff was uninflated. A between-session comparison in each group of collected angular errors expressed in degrees was carried out. The angular error in the BFR group was larger during the second measurement than the first one (p = 0.011-0.336). On the contrary, in the placebo (p = 0.241-0.948) and control (p = 0.093-0.904) groups, the error value in the second session was comparable or smaller. It was determined that BFR by an inflatable cuff around the arm impairs the wrist position sense. Hence, BFR training should be performed with caution.
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- Aleksandra Królikowska
- Ergonomics and Biomedical Monitoring Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +48-733-981-189
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- Ergonomics and Biomedical Monitoring Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Ergonomics and Biomedical Monitoring Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Oleksy Medical & Sports Sciences, 37-100 Łańcut, Poland
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 31-008 Kraków, Poland
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- Center of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Brandenburg/Havel, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg a.d.H., Germany
- Faculty of Health Sciences Brandenburg, Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane, 14770 Brandenburg a.d.H., Germany
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- Ergonomics and Biomedical Monitoring Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Ergonomics and Biomedical Monitoring Laboratory, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Vascular, General, and Transplantation Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Clinical Department of Trauma and Hand Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-367 Wroclaw, Poland
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Cantero-Téllez R, Algar LA, Valdes KA, Naughton N. Clinical effects of proprioceptive thumb exercise for individuals with carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial. J Hand Ther 2022; 35:358-366. [PMID: 36008246 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2022.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2021] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Randomized Control Trial. INTRODUCTION Thumb CMC joint OA is a common diagnosis. Currently there is no evidence available to under if proprioceptive neuromuscular training is an effective intervention for this population. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY To establish the effectiveness of a proprioceptive training program as a complementary therapy for patients with thumb CMC joint OA. METHODS Standard conservative thumb CMC joint OA treatments were received by both the control (n = 26) and experimental groups (n = 26) for a period of 12 weeks. The experimental group received a proprioceptive training program during the same intervention period. Outcome measures included severity of pain with activity according to the numerical rating scale (NRS), QuickDASH, Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), and proprioception via joint position sense (JPS). RESULTS Fifty-two females participated in the study. Both the experimental and control group made both clinically and statistically significant changes in the mean VAS and COPM scores over time. Only the experimental group achieved a statistically and clinically significant change in JPS error score over time. DISCUSSION Experimental group achieved a statistically significant change in JPS over time in concordance with previous investigations. Changes in pain scores differed from prior investigations and the between-group comparison was not statistically significant. Changes in the Quick DASH was similar to previous findings. CONCLUSION Proprioceptive training in addition to a traditional rehabilitation program decreased error scores on the joint position sense test.
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- Outpatient Hand Therapy, Orthopaedic Specialty Group PC, Fairfield, CT, USA
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- Occupational Therapy Department, Touro University, Henderson NV 89014, USA
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O'Brien V, Johnson J, Pisano K, Enke A. Dynamic stabilization of the painful thumb: A historical and evidence-informed synthesis. J Hand Ther 2022; 35:388-399. [PMID: 35985937 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2022.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Revised: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Expert opinion INTRODUCTION: Thumb carpometacarpal joint (CMC) osteoarthritis is a common condition seen in the hand therapy clinic. Prevalence is generally higher in females, and the percentage rises for post-menopausal females. Patients typically present with pain and functional difficulties. Conservative management is recommended before a surgical consult. Evidence is mounting that a dynamic stability modeled approach has a significant effect on pain and improving function. PURPOSE The purpose of this paper is two-fold: first, to present the history and development of a dynamic stabilization model for treatment of the patient with thumb CMC osteoarthritis (OA), and second, to provide expert clinical commentary and recommendations for the treatment of thumb CMC OA in light of the best available evidence. METHODS Expert clinical commentary is based on an extensive review of relevant literature. RESULTS The current literature and expert opinion supports an evidence-informed multimodal intervention: modalities, pain relief techniques, manual release, joint mobilizations as deemed necessary, neuromuscular re-education through proprioceptive exercises, and education in joint protection principles. CONCLUSION A rationale for a dynamic stabilization approach is presented. The unique anatomy of the thumb deserves finely tuned care based on high quality research. To advance our knowledge and clinical skills we must not become stagnant, but continue to generate high level evidence. The standard for future thumb CMC OA studies should be well-defined intervention parameters, consistent documentation, and the use of appropriate patient-rated outcome measures.
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- Virginia O'Brien
- Department of Rehabilitation and Orthopedics, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI, USA.
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- Hand and Upper Body Rehabilitation Center, Erie, PA, USA
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- M Health Fairview Hand Therapy, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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Milner Z, Klaic M, Withiel T, O'Sullivan H. Targeted sensorimotor retraining in the clinical setting: Improving patient outcomes following distal upper extremity injury. J Hand Ther 2022; 35:107-114. [PMID: 33573827 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2020.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2019] [Revised: 10/28/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Existing theoretical evidence indicates sensorimotor retraining is beneficial following wrist injury. However, there are no large cohort studies applying the knowledge in a clinical setting. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY To Determine the clinical benefits of sensorimotor rehabilitation following distal upper extremity injury. STUDY DESIGN Prospective cohort study. METHODS A sensorimotor rehabilitation program was evaluated following distal upper extremity injury. A battery of clinical and patient-rated outcome measures (PROM) were taken before and after group completion. RESULTS Ninety-three patients, 49 males (53%) and 44 females (47%), completed the program. There were statistically significant improvements in 12 clinical measures. However, improvements in 11 of the clinical measures only had a small effect size (<0.5). Joint position sense had the greatest clinical change with a median improvement of 4° on the left and 3.9° on the right, and these had moderate effect sizes of 0.5 and 0.7, respectively. There were statistically significant improvements in all PROMs. PRWE had a median improvement of 21 (ES = 1.2). UEFI showed median improvements of 19.7 (ES = 1.4) and NRS (pain) median improved 2.5 (ES = 1.2). All PROM improvements had mean change greater than associated MCIDs. DISCUSSION These results indicate the benefits of sensorimotor group rehabilitation and supports existing literature regarding the importance of sensorimotor control for JPS accuracy and function. Group based sensorimotor programs present an efficient and low-cost opportunity to provide intervention to patients following upper extremity injury. CONCLUSION A sensorimotor group rehabilitation program may improve patient outcomes following distal upper extremity injury. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 2b prospective cohort.
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- Zoe Milner
- Masters Health Sciences (Occupational Therapy), Allied Health (Occupational Therapy), Clinical Lead Hand Therapy, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria, Australia.
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- Allied Health (Research and Translation Leader) Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria, Australia
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- Allied Health (Psychology) Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria, Australia
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- Allied Health (Occupational Therapy), Senior Clinician Hand Therapy, Victoria, Australia
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Muurling M, Lötters FJB, Geelen JE, Schouten AC, Mugge W. A long-term effect of distal radius fracture on the sensorimotor control of the wrist joint in older adults. J Hand Ther 2021; 34:567-576. [PMID: 32893099 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2020.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Revised: 05/19/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Sensorimotor control can be disturbed because of pain and trauma. There is scarce comprehension about which component of the sensorimotor system would benefit the most from treatment in distal radius fracture (DRF). PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The purpose of this study was to determine whether the sensorimotor control of subjects with a history of DRF impaired compared with healthy subjects. If so, which component of the sensorimotor system is most affected. METHODS Nine healthy participants and 11 participants with a DRF history executed posture and reproduction tasks in interaction with a robotic wrist manipulator. A posture task with force perturbations assess sensorimotor control. Position and force reproduction tasks assessed sensory feedback. Electromyography recorded the muscle activity to study the motor part of the sensorimotor system. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional case-control. RESULTS The results showed that the motor responses to the perturbations during the posture task did not differ significantly, whereas the position reproduction did significantly differ between the 2 groups. Moreover, participants with a DRF history did not adapt to the changed dynamics of the environment during the posture task, whereas the controls did. DISCUSSION The results of this study imply that processing of sensory position feedback is impaired in people with a DRF history while sensorimotor control during a posture task is unaffected. A possible explanation for these results is that different neural networks are involved during reproduction and posture tasks. CONCLUSIONS A history of DRF is related to disturbed processing of sensory feedback of the sensorimotor system, especially the Joint Position Sense, which leads to an impairment in detecting a changed environment and adapting to it. Impaired Joint Position Sense and thereby the inability to adapt adequately to a changing environment should be taken into account during the rehabilitation of patients with DRF.
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- Marijn Muurling
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands
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- Hand and Wrist Center, Hand and Wrist Rehabilitation, The Hague, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands
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Chen Z. Clinical evaluation of a wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program for triangular fibrocartilage complex injuries. HAND THERAPY 2021; 26:123-133. [PMID: 37904835 PMCID: PMC10584051 DOI: 10.1177/17589983211033313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 06/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2023]
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Introduction Triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injuries are associated with distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) instability and impaired wrist proprioception. Sensorimotor training of extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) and pronator quadratus (PQ) can enhance DRUJ stability. With limited evidence on effectiveness of TFCC sensorimotor rehabilitation, this study aimed to evaluate the effects and feasibility of a novel wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program (WSRP) for TFCC injuries. Methods Patients diagnosed with TFCC injuries were recruited from May 2018 to January 2020 at an outpatient hand clinic in Singapore General Hospital. There are four stages in WSRP: (1) pain control, (2) muscle re-education and joint awareness, (3) neuromuscular rehabilitation, and (4) movement normalization and function. WSRP also incorporated dart throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Outcome measures included grip strength measured with grip dynamometer, numerical pain rating scale, joint position sense (JPS) measurement, weight bearing measured with the 'push-off' test, and wrist function reported on the Patient Rated Wrist Hand Evaluation. Results Ten patients completed the WSRP. Mean changes were compared with minimal clinically important differences (MCID) for outcomes. All patients achieved MCID on pain, 70% of patients achieved MCID on grip strength, weight bearing and wrist function. Paired t-tests and Cohen's D for outcome measures were calculated. There were large effect sizes of 2.47, 1.35, and 2.81 for function, grip strength and pain respectively, and moderate effect sizes of 0.72 and 0.39 for axial loading and JPS respectively. Discussion WSRP presents a potential treatment approach in TFCC rehabilitation. There is a need for future prospective clinical trials with control groups.
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- Zhiqing Chen
- Occupational Therapy Department, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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Wollstein R, Michael D, Harel H, Carlson L. The Influence of Hand Dominance in Wrist Fracture Post-Operative Functional Evaluation. Plast Surg (Oakv) 2021; 29:250-256. [PMID: 34760841 DOI: 10.1177/2292550320933693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Sensorimotor testing is used to measure outcomes in surgery, to document results of treatment and rehabilitation, and to compare results between surgeons, therapists, and institutions. When performing sensorimotor testing, failure to address dominant side differences may cause a bias in evaluation of outcomes. This study evaluated the effect of hand dominance on outcomes testing performed on patients following surgery for distal radius fractures (DRF). We hypothesized that the injured dominant hand will perform differently than the injured non-dominant hand. This is a retrospective study of patients following DRF treated surgically and evaluated in therapy. The patients were evaluated at fixed intervals: initially, at 6 weeks, and at 3 months post-surgery. Testing included grip strength, monofilaments, static and moving 2-point discrimination, Moberg testing, and stereognosis. Sixty patients included 46 (76.6%) females. Age averaged 62.1 (standard deviation: 16.9) years, and 54 were right-handed (90%). There were differences between dominant and non-dominant hand injury in 2 of 9 tests of sensibility for each time period, including little finger monofilament and Moberg testing initially, and moving 2-point discrimination in the little finger, monofilament testing of the thumb at 3 months. Both groups improved between initial and 3-month evaluation without differences in amount of improvement. Despite some significant differences in the applied tests between dominant and non-dominant injured hands, our results do not support correction for hand-dominance when using the described examinations in evaluating outcomes following DRF surgery.
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- Carmel Lady Davis Medical Center, Haifa, Israel
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The effect of muscle fatigue on wrist joint position sense in healthy adults. J Hand Ther 2021; 33:329-338. [PMID: 30962121 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2019.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2018] [Revised: 03/04/2019] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Pretest and posttest experimental study. INTRODUCTION The effect of muscle fatigue on wrist joint position sense (JPS) has yet to be determined. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The primary aim was to determine whether muscle fatigue affects wrist JPS in healthy adults. The secondary aims were to compare the effect of muscle fatigue on younger and older adults JPS and determine the association between JPS rate of change and total muscle fatigue (TMF) rates postexercise. METHODS Forty male and female healthy adults were assigned into younger (18-40 years) and older (41-65 years) groups. Preexercise and postexercise testing consisted of active wrist JPS, handgrip, and wrist extensor strength assessments. Muscle fatigue was induced via a calibrated gripper and wrist extension dumbbell exercises. Dependent variables were the JPS rate of change (ie, preexercise and postexercise), TMF rate (ie, grip and wrist extension average strength decline), and Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion scale scores. RESULTS Postexercise wrist JPS test scores were significantly higher than preexercise. Exercises induced statistically significant TMF rates and Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion scores among all participants. No statistically significant age-group differences on JPS rate of change, and TMF rate was found. A statistically significant mild correlation (r = 0.425) existed between JPS rate of change and TMF rates. DISCUSSION Postexercise fatigue significantly impairs wrist JPS in both younger and older adults. On average, an 18% muscle strength decline led to 215% wrist JPS deficit. CONCLUSIONS Significant wrist proprioception deficits persist for ≤5 min following exertional exercises, regardless of age level.
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Ouegnin A, Valdes K. Joint position sense impairments in older adults with carpometacarpal osteoarthritis: A descriptive comparative study. J Hand Ther 2021; 33:547-552. [PMID: 30871959 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2019.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2018] [Revised: 01/27/2019] [Accepted: 01/31/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN This study has a descriptive-comparative, cross-sectional design. INTRODUCTION Sensorimotor (SM) impairments have been observed after common wrist and hand injuries such as distal radius fractures. However, there is a lack of research regarding SM impairments in patients with carpometacarpal (CMC) osteoarthritis (OA). PURPOSE OF THE STUDY This study sought to quantify proprioception deficits in older adults with CMC OA as compared with healthy adults using the joint position sense (JPS) test. METHODS The active JPS test was used to measure proprioception function in 29 thumbs with CMC OA and their 29 matched-control healthy counterparts. For comparison, participants with unilateral CMC OA were matched against themselves, whereas those with lateral CMC OA were age matched with a healthy participant. Data analysis was performed to compute the mean error of JPS; an unpaired t test was used to compare the mean error of the non-CMC OA group with the healthy control group. RESULTS The mean positional error measured from subjects with CMC OA was 9.53° compared with 1.32° for the age-matched healthy subjects. The effect size for the difference in means was D = 1.96. CONCLUSIONS Thumb SM impairments were found to be greater in subjects with CMC OA than in their healthy counterparts when using the JPS test to assess proprioception.
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- Adele Ouegnin
- Occupational Therapy Department, Gannon University, Ruskin, FL, USA.
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- Occupational Therapy Department, Gannon University, Ruskin, FL, USA
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Lötters FJB, Schreuders TAR, Videler AJ. SMoC-Wrist: a sensorimotor control-based exercise program for patients with chronic wrist pain. J Hand Ther 2021; 33:607-615. [PMID: 30905496 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2018.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2018] [Accepted: 11/09/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN This is a narrative review. INTRODUCTION Chronic wrist pain is a common disorder that can lead to considerable disability in performing activities in daily living and at work. Patients with nonspecific chronic wrist pain are regularly referred to a physiotherapist/hand therapist. Immobilization, avoiding excessive wrist load, steroid injections, and various physical therapy methods predominantly focus on the pain itself. However, these methods often do not result in a satisfactory long-term pain relief. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY In this article, we will describe the principles behind and content of a sensorimotor control-based exercise program as introduced by Videler et al., modified and substantiated by current insights into sensorimotor control training and wrist kinetics. METHODS Both structure and content of the modified exercise program (SMoC-wrist) are substantiated by recent scientific literature. RESULTS A clear 4-level exercise model based on sensorimotor principles is presented, that is, proprioceptive level, conscious static/isometric level, conscious dynamic level, and unconscious dynamic level. The content of each level and the transition toward the next level are described in detail. DISCUSSION Besides the substantiation of the exercise program, possible outcome measures for joint position sense and kinesthesia of the wrist are discussed. CONCLUSION We modified and substantiated a widely used exercise program for patients with nonspecific chronic wrist pain based on recent insights into sensorimotor control principles and wrist kinematics. The presented exercise program (SMoC-wrist) is not primarily focused on reducing pain but on functional reeducation and strengthening of the neuromusculoskeletal system on the basis of sensorimotor control principles.
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- Hand and Wrist Rehabilitation, Goes, The Netherlands; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Hand and Wrist Rehabilitation, Goes, The Netherlands; Hand & Wrist Center Amsterdam/4hands, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Lameijer CM, Ten Duis HJ, Haag CMSC, El Moumni M, van der Sluis CK. The evolution of radiological measurements and the association with clinician and patient reported outcome following distal radius fractures in non-osteoporotic patients: what is clinically relevant? Disabil Rehabil 2020; 43:3777-3788. [PMID: 32356451 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1753247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Introduction: Following distal radius fractures in young non-osteoporotic patients, clinical relevancy of outcome has been scarcely reported. Outcome can be put in perspective by using measurement errors of radiological measurements and Minimal Important Change when reporting on clinician and patient reported outcome. Aim of this study was to assess the clinical relevance of radiological measurements, clinician and patient reported outcomes following distal radius fractures in young non-osteoporotic patients.Methods: Retrospective cohort study. Non-osteoporotic patients following a distal radius fracture were selected. Radiographs of both wrists were obtained at baseline, 6 weeks and at follow-up. Active range of motion and grip strength measurements were obtained at the follow-up visit and 4 questionnaires were answered to assess pain, upper extremity functioning, and health status.Results: Seventy-three patients (32 women, 41 men) with a mean age of 33.5 (SD 9.2) years at the time of injury were included. Median follow up was 62 months (IQR 53.0-84.5). Several radiological measurements evolved statistically significantly over time, however none exceeded measurement errors. Flexion/extension difference of injured compared to uninjured wrist (mean difference 11.2°, t = -7.5, df = 72, p < 0.001), exceeded Minimal Important Change, while grip strength differences did not. When comparing patients with DRFs to healthy controls, only the differences on Patient Reported Wrist Evaluation subscales "pain", "function" and total scores exceeded minimal important change (8, 10 and 13 points, respectively). Multivariable regression analysis revealed statistically significant relationships between residual step-off and respectively diminished flexion/extension (B = -36.8, 95% CI -62; -11.1, p = 0.006), diminished radial/ulnar deviation (B = -17.9, 95% CI -32.0; -3.9, p = 0.013) and worse ShortForm-36 "mental component score" (B = -15.4, 95% CI -26.6; -4.2, p < 0.001).Conclusion: Radiological measurements following distal radius fractures seem to evolve over time, but differences were small and were probably not clinically relevant. Range of motion, in particular flexion/extension, was impaired to such extend that it was noticeable for a patient, whereas grip strength was not impaired. The Patient Reported Wrist Evaluation was clinically relevantly diminished. Residual articular incongruency seems to influence range of motion.Implications for rehabilitationReporting Minimal Important Change regarding clinician and patient reported outcome following distal radius fractures is of more clinical value than reporting on statistical significance.Following distal radius fractures, the changes in radiological measurements do not seem to reflect a clinical relevant change.Range of motion, in particular flexion/extension, should be measured following distal radius fractures, as this might be impaired in a clinically relevant way.Measuring grip strength is of less importance following distal radius fractures, because grip strength does not seem to be affected.Residual articular incongruency seems to influence range of motion and therefore should be reduced to a minimum when treating non-osteoporotic patients.
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- Charlotte M Lameijer
- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Chen Z. A novel staged wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program for a patient with triangular fibrocartilage complex injury: A case report. J Hand Ther 2020; 32:525-534. [PMID: 30017412 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2018.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2017] [Revised: 02/07/2018] [Accepted: 04/01/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Case report. INTRODUCTION Studies have highlighted the sensory innervations and stabilizing role of forearm muscles on wrist joint and implications to wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation. This case explored the novel incorporation of dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY To describe and evaluate a staged wrist sensorimotor rehabilitation program for a patient with triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) injury. METHODS The patient participated in the staged program for 9 sessions over a 3-month period. Treatment involved neuromuscular strengthening at the wrist and movement normalization of the upper extremity. Outcome measures were grip strength, visual analog scale, joint position sense, Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand, and patient-rated wrist evaluation. RESULTS The patient showed improvement in all outcome measures. Most outcomes exceeded the established minimal clinically important difference values. DISCUSSION The results suggest that dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation are beneficial in rehabilitation of TFCC injury. CONCLUSIONS This is the first study that incorporated dart-throwing motion and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation in the sensorimotor rehabilitation of TFCC injury and yielded promising results. There is a need to further evaluate the program in prospective randomized controlled trial recruiting a larger group of patients with TFCC injury.
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- Zhiqing Chen
- Occupational Therapy Department, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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During the protective phase of treatment, therapy for hand and wrist injuries in athletes is similar to the plan of care provided to all patients. The nuances in the care provided to athletes become apparent during the transition to the postprotective phase of rehabilitation when the focus has shifted to return to play. Therapy following a sports injury should address the individual needs of the athletes in their everyday lives as well as the specificity of their training and sports-specific activities. The factors that influence return to play are discussed.
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- Jane M Fedorczyk
- Center for Hand and Upper Limb Health and Performance, Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Thomas Jefferson University, 901 Walnut Street, Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
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Lamont SM, Steffensmeier AM, Harman TW, Martineau DW. A Qualitative Study Assessing Information on the Internet Compared With AAOS Guidelines for the Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures. Orthopedics 2020; 43:e79-e86. [PMID: 31930412 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20200107-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2018] [Accepted: 02/04/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The goal of this study was to compare information available on the Internet about the treatment of distal radius fractures with the guidelines established by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) in a qualitative observational study. A scoring system was used to compare the top 20 websites, excluding advertisements, from Google, Bing, and Yahoo with the AAOS guidelines. In addition, the results of the advertising content and the social media content were discussed. Of the 32 unique websites included in the study, 22 (68.75%) suggested operative fixation for fractures with unacceptable postreduction alignment (radial shortening >3 mm, dorsal tilt >10°, or intra-articular displacement or step-off >2 mm) as opposed to cast fixation. Of the 32 sites, 26 (81.25%) were unable to recommend for or against any 1 specific operative method for fixation of distal radius fractures. Only 2 of 32 (6.25%) sites mentioned age-specific recommendations, and 6 of 32 (18.75%) mentioned accurate activity protocols. Because the AAOS cannot recommend for or against immobilization of the elbow in patients treated with cast immobilization, it is reasonable that 7 of 32 (21.88%) sites discussed these options. The websites common to all 3 search engines also scored very well, with 84.89% of their recommendations being consistent with the AAOS recommendations. Most websites contain appropriate recommendations for the treatment of distal radius fractures. However, there is a significant amount of misinformation as well. The available information may be difficult for patients to interpret and may affect their expectations about care. [Orthopedics. 2020;43(2):e79-e86.].
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Wollstein R, Harel H, Lavi I, Allon R, Michael D. Postoperative Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures Using Sensorimotor Rehabilitation. J Wrist Surg 2019; 8:2-9. [PMID: 30723595 PMCID: PMC6358444 DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1672151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2018] [Accepted: 08/02/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Background Sensorimotor and specifically proprioception sense has been used in rehabilitation to treat neurological and joint injuries. These feedback loops are not well understood or implemented in wrist treatment. We observed a temporary sensorimotor loss, following distal radius fractures (DRF) that should be addressed postsurgery. Purpose The purpose of this prospective therapeutic study was to compare the outcomes of patients following surgery for DRF treated using a sensorimotor treatment protocol with those patients treated according to the postoperative standard of care. Patients and Methods Patients following surgery for DRF sent for hand therapy were eligible for the study. Both the evaluation and treatment protocols included a comprehensive sensorimotor panel. Patients were randomized into standard and standard plus sensorimotor postoperative therapy and were evaluated a few days following surgery, at 6 weeks, and 3 months postsurgery. Results Sixty patients following surgery were randomized into the two treatment regimens. The initial evaluation was similar for both groups and both demonstrated significant sensorimotor deficits, following surgery for DRF. There was documented sensorimotor and functional improvement in both groups with treatment. The clinical results were better in the group treated with the sensorimotor-proprioception protocol mostly in the wrist; however, not all of the differences were significant. Conclusion Patients after surgery for DRF demonstrate significant sensorimotor deficits which may improve faster when utilizing a comprehensive sensorimotor treatment protocol. However, we did not demonstrate efficacy of the protocol in treating proprioceptive deficits. Further study should include refinement of functional outcome evaluation, studying of the treatment protocol, and establishment of sensorimotor therapeutic guidelines for other conditions. Level of Evidence This is a level II, therapeutic study.
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- Ronit Wollstein
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, New York University, School of Medicine, Huntington Station, New York
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- Carmel Lady Davis Medical Center Occupational Therapy, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Community Medicine and Epidemiology, Carmel Medical Center, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Carmel Lady Davis Medical Center Occupational Therapy, Haifa, Israel
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Park JH, Kim D, Park H, Jung I, Youn I, Park JW. The Effect of Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Tear on Wrist Proprioception. J Hand Surg Am 2018. [PMID: 29523373 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.01.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE This study examined the influence of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) deep fiber tears on wrist proprioception. METHODS The study involved 48 subjects: 24 with deep fiber TFCC tears and 24 with healthy wrists. A specially created sensor measured wrist proprioception in 3 axes of movement. Absolute differences between target and subject-reproduced angles were compared in injured and healthy wrists and in injured and contralateral patient wrists. A greater difference in reproduced angles was deemed to reflect a lesser ability to approximate a target angle. RESULTS In wrists with TFCC injuries, 40° pronation and 60° pronation showed significantly greater differences between target and subject-reproduced angles compared with those in the control wrists. In wrists with TFCC injuries, 40° pronation demonstrated significantly greater differences between target and subject-reproduced angles than did those in patients' contralateral wrists. Proportions of outliers with absolute differences greater than 6° were significantly higher in 60° supination and 40° pronation in wrists with TFCC injuries. CONCLUSIONS Deep TFCC fiber detachment may lead to decreased wrist proprioception in 60° and 40° forearm rotation. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Deep TFCC fiber tear may contribute to decreased wrist rotational positioning sense and may have biomechanical importance in distal radioulnar joint stability.
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- Ji Hun Park
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea
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- Biomedical Research Institute, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Korea
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- Biomedical Research Institute, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Korea
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- Biomedical Research Institute, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Korea University, Seoul, Korea.
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McGee C, Skye J, Van Heest A. Graded motor imagery for women at risk for developing type I CRPS following closed treatment of distal radius fractures: a randomized comparative effectiveness trial protocol. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:202. [PMID: 29940926 PMCID: PMC6020224 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2115-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2017] [Accepted: 05/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Distal radius fractures (DRF) account for nearly one-fifth of all fractures in older adults, and women experience them 5× as often as men. Most DRF occur with low impact injuries to the wrist with an outstretched hand, and are often managed via closed treatment and cast immobilization. Women sustaining a DRF are at risk for upper limb immobility, sensorimotor changes, edema and type I complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Since CRPS onset is likely influenced by alterations in the brain's somatosensory region, a rehabilitation intervention, Graded Motor Imagery (GMI), aims to restore cortical representation, including sensory and motor function, of the affected limb. To date, there are no studies on the use of GMI in reducing risk of or preventing the onset of type I CRPS in women with DRF treated with cast immobilization. Due to a higher likelihood of women with this injury developing type I CRPS, it is important to early intervention is needed. METHODS/DESIGN This article describes a six-week randomized comparative effectiveness trial, where the outcomes of a modified GMI program (mGMI) + standard of care (SOC) group (n = 33) are compared to a SOC only control group (n = 33). Immediately following cast immobilization, both groups participate in four 1-h clinic-based sessions, and a home program for 10 min three times daily until cast removal. Blinded assessments occur within 1 week of cast immobilization (baseline), at three weeks post cast immbolization, cast removal, and at three months post cast removal. The primary outcomes are patient reported wrist/hand function and symptomology on the Patient Rated Wristand Hand Evaluation, McGill Pain Questionnaire, and Budapest CRPS Criteria. The secondary outcomes are grip strength, active range of motion as per goniometry, circumferential edema measurements, and joint position sense. DISCUSSION This study will investigate the early effects of mGMI + SOC hand therapy compared to SOC alone. We intend to investigate whether an intervention, specifically mGMI, used to treat preexisiting pain and motor dysfunction might also be used to mitigate these problems prior to their onset. If positive effects are observed, mGMI + SOC may be considered for incorporation into early rehabilitation program. TRIAL REGISTRATION This trial is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov with identifier NCT02957240 (Approval date: April 20, 2017).
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- Corey McGee
- Programs in Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Center for Allied Health Programs, Medical School, University of Minnesota, MMC 368, 420 Delaware St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455 USA
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- Program in Rehabilitation Science, Medical School, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical School, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USA
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Pilbeam C, Hood-Moore V. Test–retest reliability of wrist joint position sense in healthy adults in a clinical setting. HAND THERAPY 2018. [DOI: 10.1177/1758998318770227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Introduction Proprioceptive assessments of the wrist inform clinical decision making. In wrist rehabilitation, joint position sense has emerged as one way of assessing conscious proprioception with varying methods and minimal psychometric analysis reported. The purpose of this study was to standardise the wrist joint position sense test method for clinical use and to determine its test–retest reliability in a healthy population. Methods Four wrist positions (20° and 45° flexion, 20° and 45° extension) were measured twice in a random order, by a single rater, using a universal goniometer on the same day. The absolute error in degrees between each position and reposition was calculated. For relative reliability analysis, the intraclass correlation coefficient (3,1) was calculated. For absolute reliability the standard error of the measurement was calculated and Bland–Altman plots visually inspected. Results Fifty-five healthy volunteers (mean age 31.1 SD±10.25 years) were assessed. The mean absolute error, summarised for all positions for test and retest, was 3.98°. The intraclass correlation coefficients were poor to fair (0.07–0.47), and standard error of the measurement was 2° (rounded) for all positions. The limits of agreement were fairly narrow, and the Bland–Altman plots showed random distribution of errors for each position, therefore the measurement error was clinically acceptable. Conclusions The active wrist joint position sense test using goniometry demonstrated poor to fair test–retest reliability and acceptable measurement error in healthy volunteers. The wrist joint position sense angle of 20° flexion was the most reliable.
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- Chloë Pilbeam
- Pulvertaft Hand Centre, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
- Rheumatology Department, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Division of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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Röijezon U, Faleij R, Karvelis P, Georgoulas G, Nikolakopoulos G. A new clinical test for sensorimotor function of the hand - development and preliminary validation. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2017; 18:407. [PMID: 28950843 PMCID: PMC5615462 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-017-1764-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2017] [Accepted: 09/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Sensorimotor disturbances of the hand such as altered neuromuscular control and reduced proprioception have been reported for various musculoskeletal disorders. This can have major impact on daily activities such as dressing, cooking and manual work, especially when involving high demands on precision and therefore needs to be considered in the assessment and rehabilitation of hand disorders. There is however a lack of feasible and accurate objective methods for the assessment of movement behavior, including proprioception tests, of the hand in the clinic today. The objective of this observational cross- sectional study was to develop and conduct preliminary validation testing of a new method for clinical assessment of movement sense of the wrist using a laser pointer and an automatic scoring system of test results. METHODS Fifty physiotherapists performed a tracking task with a hand-held laser pointer by following a zig-zag pattern as accurately as possible. The task was performed with left and right hand in both left and right directions, with three trials for each hand movement. Each trial was video recorded and analysed with a specifically tailored image processing pipeline for automatic quantification of the test. The main outcome variable was Acuity, calculated as the percent of the time the laser dot was on the target line during the trial. RESULTS The results showed a significantly better Acuity for the dominant compared to non-dominant hand. Participants with right hand pain within the last 12 months had a significantly reduced acuity (p < 0.05), and although not significant there was also a similar trend for reduced Acuity also for participants with left hand pain. Furthermore, there was a clear negative correlation between Acuity and Speed indicating a speed-accuracy trade off commonly found in manual tasks. The repeatability of the test showed acceptable intra class correlation (ICC2.1) values (0.68-0.81) and standard error of measurement values ranging between 5.0-6.3 for Acuity. CONCLUSIONS The initial results suggest that the test may be a valid and feasible test for assessment of the movement sense of the hand. Future research should include assessments on different patient groups and reliability evaluations over time and between testers.
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- Ulrik Röijezon
- Department of Health Sciences, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden.
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- Department of Health Sciences, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden
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- Laboratory of Knowledge and Intelligent Computing, Department of Computer Engineering, Technological Educational Institute of Epirus, Arta, Greece
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- Control Engineering Group Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering Luleâ University of Technology, Luleâ, Sweden
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- Control Engineering Group Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering Luleâ University of Technology, Luleâ, Sweden
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