Changes in Self-Image after Pectus Carinatum Brace Treatment  

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beth A. Orrick ◽  
Amy L. Pierce ◽  
Susan F. McElroy
Keyword(s):  
Pectus Carinatum ◽  
Brace Treatment ◽  
Self Image

scholarly journals Successful Brace Treatment of Pectus Carinatum in Osteogenesis Imperfecta Using the Dynamic Compression System

2019 ◽  
Vol 07 (01) ◽  
pp. e117-e120
Author(s):  
Beth A. Orrick ◽  
Amy L. Pierce ◽  
Charles L. Snyder ◽  
Uri S. Alon
Keyword(s):  
Osteogenesis Imperfecta ◽  
Fracture Risk ◽  
Treatment Outcomes ◽  
Dynamic Compression ◽  
Genetic Disorder ◽  
Pectus Carinatum ◽  
Brace Treatment ◽  
External Compression ◽  
Compression System ◽  
Excellent Cosmetic Result

AbstractOsteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder of collagen resulting in a “fragile” skeleton with increased fracture risk and other complications, dependent on the specific variant. Pectus deformities of the chest wall, while not common, can be associated with OI. The use of a pectus carinatum brace in a patient with OI poses unknown risks for fractures and adverse treatment outcomes. We successfully applied external compression bracing using the dynamic compression system to one such patient. This case illustrates the ability to treat an OI patient with pectus carinatum using a nonsurgical brace, without complications, resulting in an excellent cosmetic result.

scholarly journals Quality of life of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients under brace treatment: a brief communication of literature review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Huan Wang ◽  
Daniel Tetteroo ◽  
J. J. Chris Arts ◽  
Panos Markopoulos ◽  
Keita Ito
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Life Domains ◽  
Brace Treatment ◽  
The Third ◽  
Self Image ◽  
Pubmed Database

Abstract Purpose To identify the life domains that are most frequently reported to be affected in scoliosis patients undergoing brace treatment. Methods A search within the PubMed database was conducted and a total of 60 publications were selected. We classified the studies based on the methods used to measure patients’ quality of life (QoL) and categorized the life domains reported to be affected. Results Self-image/body configuration was the most reported affected domain of patients’ QoL, identified in 32 papers, whilst mental health/stress was the second most reported affected domain. Mental health was identified in 11 papers, and 11 papers using the BSSQ questionnaire reported medium stress amongst their participants. Vitality was the third most reported affected domain, identified in 12 papers. Conclusions Our review indicates that scoliotic adolescents treated with bracing suffer in their quality of life most from psychological burdens. To improve these patients’ life quality, more attention should be focussed on supporting their mental health.

scholarly journals Does physiotherapy applied in conjunction with compression brace treatment in patients with pectus carinatum have efficacy? A randomized controlled study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nuray ALACA ◽  
İhsan ALACA ◽  
Mustafa Yüksel
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Satisfaction ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Pectus Carinatum ◽  
Brace Treatment ◽  
Invasive Treatment ◽  
Patient Demographics ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Group 2

Abstract Background Non-invasive treatment of pectus carinatum (PC) deformity includes the use of a compression brace and exercises. In this study, we aimed to examine the effect of a physiotherapy protocol applied as adjunct to compression brace treatment in patients with PC.Methods The study included 30 male patients between 11–18 years of age. Patients were randomly assigned into two groups: a brace treatment only group (Group 1) and a brace and physiotherapy group (Group 2). Patient demographics and disease related properties, protrusion measurements, postural evaluations, deformity perceptions, life quality and treatment satisfaction were evaluated (before and after 12 weeks).Results Although both groups showed improvements based on external chest measurements related to PC protrusion following treatment (p < 0.001), Group 2 had more benefit from the treatment (effect size > 0.36) and displayed greater improvement in maximum protrusion degree and lateral length values (p < 0.05). Additionally, we found that patient perception of deformity, posture, psychological life quality, and treatment satisfaction scores were significantly better in Group 2 (p < 0.05).Conclusion Owing to the satisfaction and additional benefits observed in the physiotherapy group, we think a proper cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal exercise program should be applied concurrently with brace treatment for patients with PC deformity. Nevertheless, long- term outcomes need to be clarified in future studies.Trial registration:The study was approved by the ethics committee (ATADEK-2019-14/11) and retrospectively registered as a clinical trial (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04167800, 20 November 2019)

The importance of trunk perception during brace treatment in moderate juvenile idiopathic scoliosis: What is the impact on self-image?

2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 203-210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teresa Paolucci ◽  
Giulia Piccinini ◽  
Marco Iosa ◽  
Cristina Piermattei ◽  
Simona De Angelis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Idiopathic Scoliosis ◽  
Brace Treatment ◽  
Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis ◽  
Self Image ◽  
The Impact

Can the Academic Self-Concept be Positive and Realistic?

2005 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 129-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reimer Kornmann
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Opposite Effect ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
The Other ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
High Ability ◽  
Self Image ◽  
Other Hand

Summary: My comment is basically restricted to the situation in which less-able students find themselves and refers only to literature in German. From this point of view I am basically able to confirm Marsh's results. It must, however, be said that with less-able pupils the opposite effect can be found: Levels of self-esteem in these pupils are raised, at least temporarily, by separate instruction, academic performance however drops; combined instruction, on the other hand, leads to improved academic performance, while levels of self-esteem drop. Apparently, the positive self-image of less-able pupils who receive separate instruction does not bring about the potential enhancement of academic performance one might expect from high-ability pupils receiving separate instruction. To resolve the dilemma, it is proposed that individual progress in learning be accentuated, and that comparisons with others be dispensed with. This fosters a self-image that can in equal measure be realistic and optimistic.

The Perspective of Older Men With Depression on Suicide and Its Prevention in Primary Care

Crisis ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (5) ◽  
pp. 397-405 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven Vannoy ◽  
Mijung Park ◽  
Meredith R. Maroney ◽  
Jürgen Unützer ◽  
Ester Carolina Apesoa-Varano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Low Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Older Men ◽  
Primary Care Providers ◽  
Depression Treatment ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Low Socioeconomic ◽  
Self Image ◽  
The Impact

Abstract. Background: Suicide rates in older men are higher than in the general population, yet their utilization of mental health services is lower. Aims: This study aimed to describe: (a) what primary care providers (PCPs) can do to prevent late-life suicide, and (b) older men's attitudes toward discussing suicide with a PCP. Method: Thematic analysis of interviews focused on depression and suicide with 77 depressed, low-socioeconomic status, older men of Mexican origin, or US-born non-Hispanic whites recruited from primary care. Results: Several themes inhibiting suicide emerged: it is a problematic solution, due to religious prohibition, conflicts with self-image, the impact on others; and, lack of means/capacity. Three approaches to preventing suicide emerged: talking with them about depression, talking about the impact of their suicide on others, and encouraging them to be active. The vast majority, 98%, were open to such conversations. An unexpected theme spontaneously arose: "What prevents men from acting on suicidal thoughts?" Conclusion: Suicide is rarely discussed in primary care encounters in the context of depression treatment. Our study suggests that older men are likely to be open to discussing suicide with their PCP. We have identified several pragmatic approaches to assist clinicians in reducing older men's distress and preventing suicide.

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