1
|
Merem EC, Twumasi Y, Wesley J, Olagbegi D, Crisler M, Romorno C, Alsarari M, Isokpehi P, Hines A, Hirse G, Ochai GS, Nwagboso E, Fageir S, Leggett S, Offiah J, Emeakpor S. Examining the Effects of COVID-19 Pandemic on Africa’s Natural Resources Sector. phr 2022. [DOI: 10.5923/j.phr.20221202.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
|
2
|
Brown L, Sharma M, Leggett S, Sung JH, Bennett RL, Azevedo M. Efficacy testing of the SAVOR (Sisters Adding Fruits and Vegetables for Optimal Results) intervention among African American women: A randomized controlled trial. Health Promot Perspect 2020; 10:270-280. [PMID: 32802764 PMCID: PMC7420176 DOI: 10.34172/hpp.2020.41] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
Abstract
Background: In the United States, only about 15% of individuals meet daily fruit intake recommendations of 2 cups per day and only 10% meet the vegetable intake recommendations of3 cups per day. African American women are a high-risk group. In this study, a fourth-generation multi-theory model (MTM) of health behavior change was used to design and evaluate a SistersAdding Fruits and Vegetables for Optimal Results (SAVOR) intervention for AA women. Methods: The study utilized a randomized controlled trial (RCT) with measurements taken at pretest, posttest (after the three-week intervention) and follow-up (at the end of eight weeks).SAVOR (n=26) was compared to an equivalent knowledge-based intervention (n=28). Process evaluation was done for program fidelity and satisfaction. A validated 38-item self-reported questionnaire was used to measure changes in MTM constructs and past 24-hour consumption of fruits and vegetables. Results: The SAVOR intervention resulted in improvement of mean consumption of fruits and vegetables in the experimental group from pre-test (2.78) to posttest (4.77) to recommended levels at follow-up (5.04) while in the comparison group they remained at around 3 (P<0.0001)Statistically significant changes (P<0.05) were noted for all MTM constructs except for participatory dialogue. Conclusion: The SAVOR intervention was found to be efficacious and established the robustness of MTM. SAVOR can be replicated for future effectiveness trials.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- LaVonne Brown
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| | - Manoj Sharma
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| | - Sophia Leggett
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| | - Jung Hye Sung
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| | - Russell L Bennett
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| | - Mario Azevedo
- Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, MS, USA
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Williams JL, Sharma M, Mendy VL, Leggett S, Akil L, Perkins S. Using multi theory model (MTM) of health behavior change to explain intention for initiation and sustenance of the consumption of fruits and vegetables among African American men from barbershops in Mississippi. Health Promot Perspect 2020; 10:200-206. [PMID: 32802756 PMCID: PMC7420166 DOI: 10.34172/hpp.2020.33] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2020] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: African American men have poorer health outcomes compared to their white counterparts despite medical advancements and early detection of diseases. The purpose of this study was to determine to what extent the constructs of the multi theory model (MTM) explain the intention for initiation and sustenance of the consumption of fruits and vegetables among African American adult men in Mississippi. Methods: Using a cross-sectional design a valid and reliable paper survey was administered during November and December of 2019. The target population for the study consisted of African American adult men (18 or older) that had not consumed recommended levels of fruits and vegetables within 24 hours of taking the questionnaire. A convenience quota sample of African American men from select barbershops in Jackson, Mississippi, were asked to complete the 40-item questionnaire on preventive health screening behavior (n=134). Results: The mean total number of fruits and vegetables consumed by participants within 24hours of the taking the survey was 1.63 (SD =1.47). The mean intention to initiate consuming 5or more cups of fruits and vegetables per day score was 2.13 (SD=1.17) as measured on a 5-point scale (0-4). Behavioral confidence (β = 0.495, P<0.0001), and changes in physical environment(β = 0.230, P<0.0001) accounted for 40.8% of the variance in predicting the intention to initiate behavioral change regarding the daily consumption of fruits and vegetables. Practice for change (β = 0.462, P<0.001) and emotional transformation (β = 0.215, P<0.0001) accounted for 37.5% of the variance in the intention to sustain fruits and vegetables consumption behavior. Conclusion: Based on data found in the study, MTM appears to predict the intention to initiate and sustain fruit and vegetable intake of African American men. Further research studies of suitable interventions to target African American men are needed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jaelrbreiret L Williams
- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| | - Manoj Sharma
- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| | - Vincent L Mendy
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| | - Sophia Leggett
- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| | - Luma Akil
- Department of Behavioral & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| | - Samuel Perkins
- Department of Business Administration, College of Business, Jackson State University, Jackson MS, USA
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Merem EC, Twumasi YA, Wesley J, Olagbegi D, Crisler M, Romorno C, Alsarari M, Isokpehi P, Hines A, Ochai GS, Nwagboso E, Fageir S, Leggett S. Analyzing Organic Food Farming Trends in the US Western Region. phr 2020. [DOI: 10.5923/j.phr.20201002.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
|
5
|
Merem EC, Twumasi Y, Wesley J, Isokpehi P, Fageir S, Crisler M, Romorno C, Hines A, Ochai GS, Leggett S, Nwagboso E. Assessing the Effects of Fuel Based Lighting: The Case of Kerosene Use and Disasters in Nigeria. phr 2018. [DOI: 10.5923/j.phr.20180801.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
|
6
|
McCoy P, Leggett S, Bhuiyan A, Brown D, Frye P, Williams B. Text Messaging: An Intervention to Increase Physical Activity among African American Participants in a Faith-Based, Competitive Weight Loss Program. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2017; 14:E326. [PMID: 28353650 PMCID: PMC5409538 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph14040326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2017] [Revised: 02/28/2017] [Accepted: 03/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
African American adults are less likely to meet the recommended physical activity guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity than Caucasian adults. The purpose of this study was to assess whether a text message intervention would increase physical activity in this population. This pilot study used a pre-/post-questionnaire non-randomized design. Participants in a faith-based weight loss competition who agreed to participate in the text messaging were assigned to the intervention group (n = 52). Participants who declined to participate in the intervention, but agreed to participate in the study, were assigned to the control group (n = 30). The text messages provided strategies for increasing physical activity and were based on constructs of the Health Belief Model and the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model. Chi square tests determined the intervention group participants increased exercise time by approximately eight percent (p = 0.03), while the control group's exercise time remained constant. The intervention group increased walking and running. The control group increased running. Most participants indicated that the health text messages were effective. The results of this pilot study suggest that text messaging may be an effective method for providing options for motivating individuals to increase physical activity.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Pamela McCoy
- School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217, USA.
| | - Sophia Leggett
- School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217, USA.
| | - Azad Bhuiyan
- School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217, USA.
| | - David Brown
- College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32827, USA.
| | - Patricia Frye
- School of Public Health, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217, USA.
| | - Bryman Williams
- College of Liberal Arts, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS 39217, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Merem EC, Twumasi Y, Wesley J, Isokpehi P, Shenge M, Fageir S, Crisler M, Romorno C, Hines A, Hirse G, Ochai S, Leggett S, Nwagboso E. Assessing Ecosystem Liabilities of Oil and Gas Activities in Southern Nigeria. phr 2017. [DOI: 10.5923/j.phr.20170701.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
|
8
|
Merem EC, Twumasi Y, Wesley J, Isokpehi P, Shenge M, Fageir S, Crisler M, Romorno C, Hines A, Hirse G, Ochai S, Leggett S, Nwagboso E. Assessing the Ecological Effects of Mining in West Africa: The Case of Nigeria. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017. [DOI: 10.5923/j.mining.20170601.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
|
9
|
Merem EC, Twumasi Y, Wesley J, Isokpehi P, Shenge M, Fageir S, Crisler M, Romorno C, Hines A, Hirse G, Ochai S, Leggett S, Nwagboso E. Analyzing Water Management Issues Using GIS: The Case of Nigeria. geo 2017. [DOI: 10.5923/j.geo.20170701.03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
|
10
|
Leggett S, Koczwara B, Miller M. The Impact of Complementary and Alternative Medicines on Cancer Symptoms, Treatment Side Effects, Quality of Life, and Survival in Women With Breast Cancer—A Systematic Review. Nutr Cancer 2015; 67:373-91. [DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2015.1004731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- S. Leggett
- Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
| | | | - M. Miller
- Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Leggett S, van der Zee-Neuen A, Boonen A, Beaton D, Verstappen S. SAT0091 Towards A Patient Global Measure to Assess At-Work Productivity Loss in Patients with Inflammatory Arthritis and Osteoarthritis: A Qualitative Study: Table 1. Ann Rheum Dis 2014. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.2874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
|
12
|
Leggett S, Hyrich K, Anderson J, Verstappen S. SAT0561 High Levels of Disease Activity and Psychological Distress Predict Sick Leave in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis Starting Treatment with Methotrexate. Ann Rheum Dis 2013. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2013-eular.2285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
|
13
|
Dorsey M, Walsh C, Kirkpatrick B, Leggett S, Romeo J, Sleasman J. Elevated IL-8 Levels in Allergic Airways Inflammation is Downregulated Following Aerosolized Red Tide Toxin (Brevetoxin) Exposure. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2009.12.441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
|
14
|
Bell SJ, Clifton J, Pease J, Greenfield JC, Leggett S, Maynard C, O'Hara D, Zhou S, Selvester RH, Wagner GS. The evaluation of a precordial ECG BELT: technologist satisfaction and accuracy of recording. J Electrocardiol 2001; 34:155-9. [PMID: 11320464 DOI: 10.1054/jelc.2001.23773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
The standard method for performing electrocardiogram (ECG) recordings presents a challenge to technicians because of the need to correctly position the individual precordial electrodes according to 6 bony thoracic landmarks. A proposed new method using a 6-lead ECG BELT for precordial application was compared to the standard method to determine the level of agreement among automated interpretations. A comparison of automated interpretations from repeat standard recordings served as the control. Results indicate that BELT and standard automated interpretations disagreed significantly more frequently than repeat standard recording automated interpretations of the cardiac rhythm. The BELT's most obvious weakness was the inability to obtain a recording with a stable ECG baseline, triggering automated detection of "baseline artifact or wander," and requiring a repeat recording. These findings suggest that the ECG BELT is not adequate for clinical application in its current form.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S J Bell
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
15
|
Leggett S, Mooney V, Matheson LN, Nelson B, Dreisinger T, Van Zytveld J, Vie L. Restorative exercise for clinical low back pain. A prospective two-center study with 1-year follow-up. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 1999; 24:889-98. [PMID: 10327511 DOI: 10.1097/00007632-199905010-00010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN A comparison of treatment of 412 patients with chronic back pain at two separate centers using the same treatment protocols and outcome measures. Outcome was defined by specific strength testing; Short Form-36 scores at intake, discharge, and 1-year follow-up; self-appraisal of improvement at discharge and in a 1-year follow-up; and reuse of health care services after discharge. OBJECTIVES To investigate the efficacy of standardized treatment methods using isolated lumbar strength testing and strengthening based on progressive protocols using specific equipment. Comparison of results should clarify the effect of the treatment center versus the efficacy of standardized protocols. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA There has been little support in the scientific literature for exercise programs based on standardized protocols. The use of specialized equipment to achieve intense specific exercise also has been poorly supported. Overall health benefit has not often been related to specific improvement in strength. METHODS More than 400 individuals with chronic back pain were evaluated at the initiation of treatment, discharge, and 1 year after discharge. Measures of efficacy were based on Short Form-36 scores, self-appraisal of improvement, and reuse of health care services after discharge. Study participants were patients with chronic back pain consecutively referred to each treatment site and underwritten by a variety of payers, including workers' compensation, Medicare, and private insurance. RESULTS Overall response during the course of the program and at 1-year follow-up was similar between the two centers. Similar proportions of participants at each site demonstrated improvement in SF-36 scores, self-appraisal of improvement, and reuse of health care services. CONCLUSIONS Standardized protocols using specific strength and measurement equipment can achieve similar benefits at different sites.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S Leggett
- U.S. Orthopedics, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
16
|
Mooney V, Gulick J, Perlman M, Levy D, Pozos R, Leggett S, Resnick D. Relationships between myoelectric activity, strength, and MRI of lumbar extensor muscles in back pain patients and normal subjects. J Spinal Disord 1997; 10:348-56. [PMID: 9278921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
Abstract
Eight normal individuals and eight patients with chronic back pain were evaluated. They undertook a treatment program lasting 8 weeks, with two exercise sessions each week. Myoelectric activity, lumbar extensor strength, and cross-sectional magnetic resonance imaging appearance of the lumbar paraspinal extensor muscles was assessed at the beginning and end of the program. Initial baseline and final extensor strength measurements were done isometrically at seven points through full range. Surface myoelectric activity was monitored during both flexion and extension exercise. Subsequently, electromyographic (EMG) signals were analyzed for mean frequency (MPF) and amplitude (RMS). An average functional improvement of 65% and reduction of pain complaint of 41% occurred in the eight patients with chronic low back pain. Extensor strength improved an average of 48% contrasted to 6% for the normal subjects. Four patients who showed severe fatty infiltration in the extensors had a decrease in the degree of infiltration and no change in muscle mass. Changes in fatty infiltration did not correlate with strength changes. The dynamic EMG changes documented a decrease in amplitude (RMS) and a smaller decrease in frequency (MPF) for the same resistance when used at the beginning and end of the program. Structural changes in the muscles are not always needed to achieve strength gains or symptomatic improvement.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- V Mooney
- University of California San Diego, La Jolla 92037, USA
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
17
|
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN Strength testing of lumbar extensors of shipyard workers without back injury claims was accomplished to compare isolated lumbar strength with the severity of their workplace physical demands and the incidence of workplace back injury during a 2-year period. OBJECTIVES To determine if strength is a predictor of workplace injury and if there is a relationship between the physical demands of the job and strength. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA The role of preplacement strength testing has not been clarified as a potential means for predicting workplace injury. It has not been clarified whether work activity affects the strength of the worker. METHODS One hundred fifty-two shipyard workers were strength tested for isometric lumbar extensor strength. They had been classified as to the severity of their job demands according to the Physical Demand Characteristics. All workers at this industry were likewise classified. Those workers who were tested were followed for 2 years to evaluate for claims of back injury. RESULTS There was a higher incidence of low back injuries in the heavy and very heavy classification. There was, however, no difference in strength among those workers classified in medium, heavy, and very heavy work. Nine percent of those workers tested had back pains during the following 2 years. All but two had higher-than-average strength. CONCLUSIONS There is no evidence that preplacement back strength testing would predict workplace claims of injury.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- V Mooney
- University of California at San Diego, USA
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
18
|
Holmes B, Leggett S, Mooney V, Nichols J, Negri S, Hoeyberghs A. Comparison of female geriatric lumbar-extension strength: asymptotic versus chronic low back pain patients and their response to active rehabilitation. J Spinal Disord 1996; 9:17-22. [PMID: 8727452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/22/2023]
Abstract
We compared lumbar-extension strength between healthy asymptomatic geriatric females (HEAL) and symptomatic geriatric females (INJ) seeking medical attention for chronic low back pain. The INJ group used the MedX lumbar-extension machine to perform isotonic exercises two times per week and were eventually reduced to one time per week. Range of motion (ROM) and strength were significantly different between groups before beginning the program. After the program, ROM and strength improved significantly and were not different from those of the HEAL group. The average length of treatment was 97 days and 20 visits. Subjective pain ratings were significantly reduced (60%) and exercise weights significantly increased (71%). This reconfirms the notion that many back pain sufferers have weaker lumbar-extension strength and that some symptomatic geriatric women can increase strength with progressive resistance exercise, which leads to a decrease in low back pain.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- B Holmes
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of California, San Diego, USA
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
19
|
Abstract
A standardized method of evaluation of the work capacity of persons who are impaired by soft-tissue injuries is described. A demonstration project which involved testing 64 impaired subjects is described. The Cal-FCP test battery can be administered independently by a properly trained professional or by a technician under a physician's supervision and requires two hours or less to complete. This study demonstrated that the results of the test battery are unbiased in terms of both gender and age and can be applied to a standardized disability rating system.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- L N Matheson
- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
| | - V Mooney
- University of California San Diego, San Diego CA, USA
| | - J E Grant
- Employment and Rehabilitation Institute of California, Santa Ana, CA, USA
| | - S Leggett
- UCSD Orthomed Rehabilitation Center, La Jolla, CA, USA
| | - K Kenny
- UCSD Orthomed Rehabilitation Center, La Jolla, CA, USA
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Matheson LN, Mooney V, Holmes D, Leggett S, Grant JE, Negri S, Holmes B. A test to measure lift capacity of physically impaired adults. Part 2--Reactivity in a patient sample. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 1995; 20:2130-4. [PMID: 8588170 DOI: 10.1097/00007632-199510000-00011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN Test reactivity is the based on the idea that experience with a test may affect performance on subsequent tests, independent of what the test purports to measure. The reactivity of a test of lift capacity was studied in a single-blind randomized clinical trial was studied in a single-blind randomized clinical trial in which subjects were assigned to one or two groups. One group received lift testing before and after a therapeutic trial, while the other group received lift testing only at the conclusion of the therapeutic trial. OBJECTIVE To measure the reactivity of a lift capacity test over the course of treatment. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA The reactivity of a test is an important criterion by which an outcome measure must be judged. Change in response to treatment is assumed to be independent of changes resulting from the evaluee's experience with the test, although this is rarely addressed. METHODS The EPIC Lift Capacity test was administered to 55 patients with low back pain in a treatment program after they were randomized into a pre-test/post-test and a post-test only group. Additional measures were taken on a pre-test/post-test basis for all subjects. RESULTS Analyses of variance demonstrated no difference between the randomized groups after treatment. However, the pre-test/post-test group demonstrated significant improvement over the course of treatment. Other measures of outcome were similarly affected. CONCLUSION The reactivity of the EPIC Lift Capacity test was negligible over an 8-week treatment regimen that did not include lifting tasks.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- L N Matheson
- Program in Occupational Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
21
|
Kazala K, Holmes B, Edwards S, Leggett S, Mooney V. 1021 EFFECT OF ANKLE POSITION DURING ISOMETRIC KNEE FLEXION TESTING. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1993. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199305001-01024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
22
|
Leggett S. Relieving document/attachment headaches. Healthc Inform 1992; 9:48, 52. [PMID: 10120941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/11/2023]
|
23
|
Pollock M, Carpenter D, Blanton J, Graves J, Leggett S. 116 RELIABILITY AND VARIABILITY OF ISOMETRIC TORSO ROTATION STRENGTH MEASUREMENT. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1990. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199004000-00116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
24
|
Carpenter D, Graves J, Pollock M, Leggett S, Foster D, Holmes B, Fulten M. 112 EFFECT OF 12 AND 20 WEEKS OF TRAINING ON LUMBAR EXTENSION STRENGTH. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1990. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199004000-00112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
25
|
Tucci J, Pollock M, Carpenter D, Graves J, Leggett S. 105 EFFECT OF REDUCED TRAINING FREQUENCY AND DETRAINING ON LUMBAR EXTENSION STRENGTH. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1990. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199004000-00105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
26
|
Fix C, Graves J, Pollock M, Leggett S, Foster D, Carpenter D. 114 COMPARISON OF TWO METHODS OF PELVIC STABILIZATION ON ISOMETRIC LUMBAR EXTENSION STRENGTH. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1990. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199004000-00114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
27
|
Graves J, Pollock M, Leggett S, Carpenter D, Fix C, Fulton M. 113 NON-SPECIFICITY OF LIMITED RANGE-OF-MOTION LUMBAR EXTENSION STRENGTH TRAINING. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1990. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-199004000-00113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
28
|
Ariet M, Crevasse L, Caverly S, Leggett S, Greenfield JC. Computerized serial comparison of electrocardiograms. Program description and clinical performance. J Electrocardiol 1990; 23 Suppl:123-31. [PMID: 2090730 DOI: 10.1016/0022-0736(90)90087-i] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- M Ariet
- J. Hillis Miller Health Center, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610
| | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
29
|
Hagberg JM, Graves JE, Limacher M, Woods DR, Leggett S, Cononie C, Gruber J, Pollock ML. CARDIOVASCULAR RESPONSES OF 70-79 YEAR OLD MEN AND WOMEN TO ENDURANCE AND STRENGTH TRAINING. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1989. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-198904001-00567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
30
|
Pollock ML, Graves JE, Leggett S, Braith R, Hagberg JM. INJURIES AND ADHERENCE TO AEROBIC AND STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISE PROGRAMS FOR THE ELDERLY. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1989. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-198904001-00354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
31
|
|
32
|
Hindman NB, Schocken DD, Widmann M, Anderson WD, White RD, Leggett S, Ideker RE, Hinohara T, Selvester RH, Wagner GS. Evaluation of a QRS scoring system for estimating myocardial infarct size. V. Specificity and method of application of the complete system. Am J Cardiol 1985; 55:1485-90. [PMID: 4003290 DOI: 10.1016/0002-9149(85)90958-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 149] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
Abstract
The specificity of a previously developed 57-criteria/32-point QRS scoring system for estimating myocardial infarct (MI) size is evaluated in an extensive control population and the method of application of this system for determining a QRS score from a standard 12-lead electrocardiogram is described. Points are accumulated from Q- and R-wave durations, R- and S-wave amplitudes, R/Q- or R/S-amplitude ratios and the presence of R-wave notching, with each point representing approximately 3% of the left ventricle. The subjects were selected because of the minimal likelihood of their having had myocardial infarcts or other sources of QRS modification. There were 500 consecutively selected normal Caucasian subjects, aged 20 to 69 years, with 50 women and 50 men in each of the 5 decades. Specificity for the 57 individual criteria ranged from 89 to 100%. Fifty-one criteria met the required standard of at least 95% specificity; of the 6 that failed, 3 were successfully modified to achieve this standard and 3 were eliminated. In the resultant 54-criteria/32-point complete system, the total population, as well as both women and men, required more than 3 points to attain at least 95% specificity. Subjects in each of the 5 decades met the specificity standard either at or below the level of more than 3 points. The point score at which 95% or greater specificity was attained for the 10 age/sex subsets varied.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)
Collapse
|
33
|
Hagberg JM, Graves JE, Limacher M, Woods DR, Leggett S, Cononie C, Gruber J, Pollock ML. CARDIOVASCULAR RESPONSES OF 70-79 YEAR OLD MEN AND WOMEN TO ENDURANCE AND STRENGTH TRAINING. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1980. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-198004001-00567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|
34
|
Pollock ML, Graves JE, Leggett S, Braith R, Hagberg JM. INJURIES AND ADHERENCE TO AEROBIC AND STRENGTH TRAINING EXERCISE PROGRAMS FOR THE ELDERLY. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1980. [DOI: 10.1249/00005768-198004001-00354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
|