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The Reliability, Validity, and Sensitivity of the Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS) in Older Adults With Foot Disorders
(Impact Journals, 2020-12)
[Abstract] The Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS) is an index employed to measure alterations related to frailty. The main objective in this research was to develop the EFS short-form (EFS-SF) and to evaluate its validity, ...
Ultrasound imaging assessment of the diaphragm and abdominal muscles in people with a recent history of moderate Covid-19 infection and healthy participants: A cross-sectional pilot study
(PLOS, 2023-02)
[Abstract] Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) is a highly infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and is associated with a decrease of respiratory, physical, and sychological function, subsequently affecting quality ...
Efficacy of Bracing on Thoracic Kyphotic Angle and Functionality in Women with Osteoporosis: A Systematic Review
(MDPI, 2022-05)
[Abstract] Background and purpose: Osteoporotic hyperkyphosis is associated with adverse outcomes, such as fatigue, back pain, or reduced back extensor strength, with a negative impact on functionality and quality of life. ...
Influence of Foot Pain on Frailty Symptoms in an Elderly Population: A Case-Control Study
(Associação Paulista de Medicina, 2021-07)
[Abstract] BACKGROUND:
Frailty is a condition that can increase the risk of falls. In addition, foot disorders can negatively influence elderly people, thus affecting their condition of frailty.
OBJECTIVE:
To determine ...
Repeatability and reliability of the footwear assessment tool in Spanish patients: A transcultural adaptation
(Elsevier, 2023-01)
[Abstract] Background: The footwear assessment tool was designed to advise an appropriate footwear for each situation and
patient. Footwear alterations structures can influence in musculoskeletal disorders, developing ...
Impact of Multiple Sclerosis on Foot Health and Quality of Life: A Prospective Case-Control Investigation
(SSPH, 2023-02)
[Abstract] Objectives: To assess quality of life or factors related to the foot and general health and to
determine the impact taking into account foot health status in people with multiple
sclerosis (MS).
Methods: 50 ...
Features of Extrinsic Plantar Muscles in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis by Ultrasound Imaging: A Retrospective Case Control Research
(MDPI, 2022-04)
[Abstract] The present study aimed to compare by ultrasound imaging (USI) the tibial posterior (TP), medial gastrocnemius (MG) and soleus muscle in patients with and without plantar fasciitis (PF). A sample of 42 individuals ...
Intra and Intersession Repeatability and Reliability of Dynamic Parameters in Pressure Platform Assessments on Subjects With Simulated Leg Length Discrepancy. A Cross-Sectional Research
(Associação Paulista de Medicina, 2021-08)
[Abstract] BACKGROUND:
Leg length discrepancy (LLD) may play a key role in exercise biomechanics. Although the Podoprint platform has been used in dynamic pressure studies, there are no data regarding the reliability and ...
The Impact of Depression Symptoms in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease: A Novel Case-Control Investigation
(MDPI, 2021-03)
[Abstract] Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease and it is known to cause motor disturbances associated with musculoskeletal problems of the locomotor apparatus, and non-motor symptoms, that are believed ...
The implications of the foot health status in Parkinsonpatients: A case–control study
(Wiley, 2023-01)
[Abstract] Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects bothhealth of the feet, as to gait patterns. This study aimed to find out about footproblems and their impact on self-perceived quality of ...