Decline angle effects on the lower limb biomechanics of the squat rehabilitation exercise: A systematic review

2021 ◽  
pp. 216-220
Author(s):  
N. Lomba ◽  
J.P. Vilas-Boas ◽  
P. Roriz
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Rehabilitation Exercise

Acute limb ischemia in a patient with pre-fibrotic myelofibrosis complicated by heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis – case report and systematic review of dabigatran use

VASA ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marina Di Pilla ◽  
Stefano Barco ◽  
Clara Sacco ◽  
Giovanni Barosi ◽  
Corrado Lodigiani
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Limb Ischemia ◽  
Acute Limb Ischemia ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia ◽  
Lower Limb Ischemia ◽  
Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Left Lower Limb

Summary: A 49-year-old man was diagnosed with pre-fibrotic myelofibrosis after acute left lower-limb ischemia requiring amputation and portal vein thrombosis. After surgery he developed heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) with venous thromboembolism, successfully treated with argatroban followed by dabigatran. Our systematic review of the literature supports the use of dabigatran for suspected HIT.

Design of a Human Knee Reeducation Mechanism

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-53
Author(s):  
Allaoua Brahmia ◽  
Ridha Kelaiaia
Keyword(s):  
Lower Limb ◽  
Mechanical Design ◽  
Kinematic Chain ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Kinematic Structure ◽  
Robotic Device ◽  
Human Knee ◽  
Kinematic Study ◽  
Rehabilitation Exercise ◽  
New Machine

Abstract To establish an exercise in open muscular chain rehabilitation (OMC), it is necessary to choose the type of kinematic chain of the mechanical / biomechanical system that constitutes the lower limbs in interaction with the robotic device. Indeed, it’s accepted in biomechanics that a rehabilitation exercise in OMC of the lower limb is performed with a fixed hip and a free foot. Based on these findings, a kinematic structure of a new machine, named Reeduc-Knee, is proposed, and a mechanical design is carried out. The contribution of this work is not limited to the mechanical design of the Reeduc-Knee system. Indeed, to define the minimum parameterizing defining the configuration of the device relative to an absolute reference, a geometric and kinematic study is presented.

scholarly journals O42: THE ROLE OF TOURNIQUETS IN TRANSTIBIAL AMPUTATION FOR PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW & META-ANALYSIS

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
D Cagney ◽  
J Byrne ◽  
GJ Fulton ◽  
BJ Manning ◽  
HP Redmond
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Blood Loss ◽  
Vascular Disease ◽  
Peripheral Vascular Disease ◽  
Revision Surgery ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Peripheral Vascular ◽  
Operative Blood Loss ◽  
Transfusion Requirements

Abstract Introduction The use of lower limb tourniquets is traditionally discouraged in severe atherosclerotic disease. However, blood loss and increased transfusion requirements are associated with post-operative morbidity in patients undergoing major lower limb amputation. The aim of this systematic review is to summarise and pool the available data to determine the impact of tourniquet application when performing trans-tibial amputation for peripheral vascular disease. Method This systematic review was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines. A systematic search of Medline, Embase and Cochrane Library was undertaken for articles which compared the use of a tourniquet versus no tourniquet in patients undergoing trans-tibial amputation for peripheral vascular disease. The main outcomes included intra-operative blood loss, post-operative transfusion requirement, need for revision surgery and 30-day mortality. Result Four studies met the inclusion criteria for quantitative analysis with a total of 267 patients. A tourniquet was used in 130 patients. Both groups were matched for age, gender, co-morbidities and pre-operative haemoglobin. In patients undergoing trans-tibial amputation, tourniquets were associated with significantly lower intra-operative blood loss (Mean difference= -147.6mls; P=0.03) and lower transfusion requirements (pooled odds ratio (OR), 0.12, p=0.03). The need for stump revision (OR, 0.7; p=0.48), proceeding to transfemoral amputation within 30 days (OR, 0.67; p=0.25) and 30-day mortality (OR, 0.65; p=0.41) all favoured tourniquet use but the differences were not found to be significant. Conclusion Tourniquets can reduce intra-operative blood loss and transfusion requirements in patients undergoing trans-tibial amputation without increasing ischaemic complications and need for revision surgery. Take-home message Tourniquets are safe to use in trans-tibial amputation for severe peripheral vascular disease and can reduce intra-operative blood loss without increasing ischaemic complications.

scholarly journals Long-Term Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy on Lower Limb Post-Stroke Spasticity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 86
Author(s):  
Emanuela Elena Mihai ◽  
Luminita Dumitru ◽  
Ilie Valentin Mihai ◽  
Mihai Berteanu
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy ◽  
Shock Wave Therapy ◽  
Post Stroke ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Term Efficacy ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave

The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to evaluate the long-term efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) on reducing lower limb post-stroke spasticity in adults. A systematic electronic search of PubMed/ MEDLINE, Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), Scopus, Ovid MEDLINE(R), and search engine of Google Scholar was performed. Publications that ranged from January 2010 to August 2020, published in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian language and available as full texts were eligible for inclusion and they were searched without any restrictions of country. The study was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and followed the recommendations of the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. Two authors screened the references, extracted data, and assessed the risk of bias. The primary outcome was spasticity grade mainly assessed by the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS). Secondary outcomes were passive range of motion (PROM), pain intensity, electrophysiological parameters, gait assessment, and adverse events. A total of seven recent randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in the systematic review and meta-analysis, and a beneficial effect on spasticity was found. The high level of evidence presented in this paper showed that ESWT ameliorates spasticity considering the parameters: MAS: standardized mean difference (SMD) = 0.53; 95% confidence interval (95% CI): (0.07–0.99); Modified Tardieu Scale (MTS): SMD = 0.56; 95% CI: (0.01–1.12); Visual Analogue Scale (VAS): SMD = 0.35; 95% CI: (−0.21–0.91); PROM: SMD = 0.69; 95% CI: (0.20–1.19). ESWT presented long-term efficacy on lower limb post-stroke spasticity, reduced pain intensity, and increased range of motion. The effect of this novel and non-invasive therapy was significant and the intervention did not present adverse events, proving a satisfactory safety profile.

scholarly journals Systematic review on wearable lower-limb exoskeletons for gait training in neuromuscular impairments

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Rodríguez-Fernández ◽  
Joan Lobo-Prat ◽  
Josep M. Font-Llagunes
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Gait Training ◽  
Health Conditions ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
Gait Rehabilitation ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Walking Aids

AbstractGait disorders can reduce the quality of life for people with neuromuscular impairments. Therefore, walking recovery is one of the main priorities for counteracting sedentary lifestyle, reducing secondary health conditions and restoring legged mobility. At present, wearable powered lower-limb exoskeletons are emerging as a revolutionary technology for robotic gait rehabilitation. This systematic review provides a comprehensive overview on wearable lower-limb exoskeletons for people with neuromuscular impairments, addressing the following three questions: (1) what is the current technological status of wearable lower-limb exoskeletons for gait rehabilitation?, (2) what is the methodology used in the clinical validations of wearable lower-limb exoskeletons?, and (3) what are the benefits and current evidence on clinical efficacy of wearable lower-limb exoskeletons? We analyzed 87 clinical studies focusing on both device technology (e.g., actuators, sensors, structure) and clinical aspects (e.g., training protocol, outcome measures, patient impairments), and make available the database with all the compiled information. The results of the literature survey reveal that wearable exoskeletons have potential for a number of applications including early rehabilitation, promoting physical exercise, and carrying out daily living activities both at home and the community. Likewise, wearable exoskeletons may improve mobility and independence in non-ambulatory people, and may reduce secondary health conditions related to sedentariness, with all the advantages that this entails. However, the use of this technology is still limited by heavy and bulky devices, which require supervision and the use of walking aids. In addition, evidence supporting their benefits is still limited to short-intervention trials with few participants and diversity among their clinical protocols. Wearable lower-limb exoskeletons for gait rehabilitation are still in their early stages of development and randomized control trials are needed to demonstrate their clinical efficacy.

scholarly journals Preliminary image findings of lower limb stress fractures to aid ultrasonographic diagnoses: A systematic review and narrative synthesis

Ultrasound ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1742271X2199552
Author(s):  
Madeleine Schaper ◽  
James Harcus
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Injury Severity ◽  
Callus Formation ◽  
Plain Film ◽  
Stress Fractures ◽  
Doppler Imaging ◽  
Narrative Synthesis ◽  
Plain Film Radiography ◽  
Bony Callus

Introduction This systematic review investigates which image appearances are most common when diagnosing lower limb stress fractures using ultrasound imaging, with the aim of outlining an image critique guideline for operators to support confident diagnoses. Method A comprehensive literature search of medical databases and handsearching was undertaken to identify relevant studies. All studies were critically examined for quality using the CASP critical appraisal tool. Results from eight studies were combined and interpreted using a narrative synthesis. Findings A clear outline of common stress fracture appearances using ultrasound were identified in a combined total of 119 participants. Each finding was ranked according to its popularity. Periosteal thickening (78/119) and cortical disruption/irregularity (83/119) were noted in all eight studies. Hypervascularity of the periosteum visualised by colour Doppler imaging (66/119) was reported in six of the eight studies. Soft tissue hypervascularity (13/119), bony callus formation (5/119) and cortical break (22/119) were seen in three studies. Conclusions Based on the findings, we offer a guideline of the most significant preliminary image findings to be utilised by operators when examining athletes suspected of having lower limb stress fractures. The results show a gap in research for evaluating changes in appearance depending on the injury severity. Further research into distinguishing stress fractures from pathological involvement may in future reduce reliance on plain film radiography.

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