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Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
ISSN: 2690-0297
Featured Articles
The Essential Elements of the PNF-concept, an Educational Narrative
Fred Smedes
The term Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) was introduced in the 1950s by Dr. Kabat and Mrs. Knott. From the mid-1950s the PNF-concept has been in a progressive development clarifying the use of techniques, performances and clinical applications. The concept of PNF was originally developed by Dr. Kabat and Mrs. Knott for rehabilitation purposes. The International PNF Association (IPNFA) consider themselves to be the official successor of Dr. Kabat and Mrs. Knott.
J Phys Med Rehabil, p37-48 | DOI:
The Use of Consumer Wearable Physical Activity Monitors in Clinical Populations with Functional L imitations
Julian Martinez, Taylor M. Gordon, Scott J. Strath
The prevalence of many musculoskeletal and cardiovascular diseases that cause limitations in physical functioning has increased globally [1] with age-adjusted rates of incidence rising for many of these diseases [2-5]. In the United States alone, chronic health conditions that limit physical function have an estimated economic impact of $200
J Phys Med Rehabil, 2021, Volume 3, Issue 2, p73-90 | DOI: 10.33696/rehabilitation.3.022
Exercise, Strains and Their Impact on Bone Mineral Content and Density Losses
John Francis Caruso, Alex Christopher-Svendsen Shefflette, Chris Edward Colborn, Steve Ryan Soltysiak
Bone mineral content and density (BMC, BMD) losses, which may subsequently lead to osteopenia and osteoporosis, appear in various disuse (aging, space flight and its analogs, spinal cord injury, etc.) conditions. While diet and hormonal status impact BMC and BMD values, a major factor responsible for these losses are the
J Phys Med Rehabil, 2021, Volume 3, Issue 1, p9-16 | DOI: 10.33696/rehabilitation.3.015
No Studies in Stroke Regarding Brain fMRI Activity and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training/Activation - Only Studies in Non-stroke Population: A Review of Neuroimaging Studies
Sigrid Tibaek
Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) is highly prevalent in poststroke patients, leading to major impact on the quality of life (QoL) and healthcare resources. Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) has, over the past two decades, been recommended as first-line treatment for neurologically healthy patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).
J Phys Med Rehabil, 2020, Volume 2, Issue 2, p29-39 | DOI: 10.33696/rehabilitation.2.012
Pain Outcomes with an Elliptical Regimen (POWER) Study: Identifying the Proper Dosage of Exercise for Therapeutic Effect in Persons with Chronic Back Pain
Timothy Dillingham, Jessica Kenia, Adrian Popescu, Christopher Plastaras, Scott Becker, Frances Shofer
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most prevalent conditions that will affect 70-85% of individuals at some point in their life [1]. LBP accounts for 2.3% of all visits to the physician, and is the most common area of the body to experience pain [2]. Exercise has been a mainstay for managing persons with chronic low back pain for almost 40
J Phys Med Rehabil, 2020, Volume 2, Issue 2, p23-28 | DOI: 10.33696/rehabilitation.2.011
Energy Expenditure and Nutrition in Neurogenic Obesity following Spinal Cord Injury
Gary J. Farkas, David R. Gater
Worldwide, obesity is a public health concern and a metabolic ailment characterized by excessive adipose tissue accumulation resulting from an imbalance of energy expenditure and energy intake [1]. This disorder is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and metabolic
J Phys Med Rehabil, 2020, Volume 2, Issue 1, p11-13 | DOI: 10.33696/rehabilitation.2.008