Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology
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Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol · Feb 2018
Randomized Controlled TrialVirtual reality exercise on a home-based phase III cardiac rehabilitation program, effect on executive function, quality of life and depression, anxiety and stress: a randomized controlled trial.
To analyse the effect of a six-month home-based phase III cardiac rehabilitation (CR) specific exercise program, performed in a virtual reality (Kinect) or conventional (booklet) environment, on executive function, quality of life and depression, anxiety and stress of subjects with coronary artery disease. ⋯ The virtual reality format had improved selective attention and conflict resolution ability, revealing the potential of CR, specifically with virtual reality exercise, on executive function. Implications for Rehabilitation In cardiac rehabilitation, especially in phase III, it is important to develop and to present alternative strategies, as virtual reality using the Kinect in a home context. Taking into account the relationship between the improvement of the executive function with physical exercise, it is relevant to access the impact of a cardiac rehabilitation program on the executive function. Enhancing the value of the phase III of cardiac rehabilitation.
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Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol · Jul 2017
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyThe effect of new dynamic splint in pinch strength in De Quervain syndrome: a comparative study.
Objective For patients with De Quervain syndrome using thumb spica orthosis is restricting, so many patient are dissatisfied with using static model. The aim of this study is to compare the effect of modified dynamic and conventional static orthoses on pinch power and functional abilities of hand in De Quervain syndrome. Method In this quasi-experimental study, palmar and lateral pinch strength of the thumb, pain and functional abilities of hand, patient's satisfaction of orthoses, were evaluated after using modified dynamic and conventional static orthosis in two groups. ⋯ Conclusion It seems, adding a joint to the static thumb spica leads to patient's relief and consequently to their satisfaction. Implications for Rehabilitation The dynamic thumb spica, is easier to use and patients satisfaction is higher than static thumb spica. Therefore, it can be used for conservative treatment of De Quervain syndrome.
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Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialDevelopment and evaluation of an air mattress structure and function for reducing discomfort when elevating the head-of-bed.
To develop a new structure and function of alternating pressure air mattress (APAM) which reduces discomfort during head-of-bed (HOB) elevation and evaluate the effectiveness. ⋯ In this study, we developed a new APAM to reduce discomfort during HOB elevation and confirmed its effectiveness. Implications for Rehabilitation A positive correlation exists between the external force and the discomfort that arises during head-of-bed (HOB) elevation, and a mattress could be developed to reduce the discomfort by decreasing the external force. A new alternating pressure air mattress (APAM) with a low friction layer structure and novel control of mattress air-cell pressure that responds to HOB elevation angle can reduce discomfort during HOB elevation. This new APAM should allow more comfortable rehabilitation in bed-bound patients with mobility impairments.