European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine
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Eur J Phys Rehabil Med · Jun 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of adding one 15-minute-walk on the day of surgery to fast-track rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty: a randomized, single-blind study.
Earlier and more intensive physiotherapy exercise after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) enhance recovery, but the best combination of intensity and duration has not been determined. ⋯ A 15-minute walk immediately after recovery from spinal anesthesia did not increase pain in patients with TKA. More intense exercise during this period might improve functional recovery without increasing pain.
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Eur J Phys Rehabil Med · Jun 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialMcKenzie training in patients with early stages of ankylosing spondylitis: results of a 24-week controlled study.
It is widely accepted that patient education and regular exercises could improve pain, function and maintain posture in ankylosing spondylitis (AS). ⋯ A specific McKenzie training should be included in the standard-care of AS.