Clinical rehabilitation
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Clinical rehabilitation · Jan 2013
Randomized Controlled TrialExtension traction treatment for patients with discogenic lumbosacral radiculopathy: a randomized controlled trial.
To investigate the effects of lumbar extension traction in patients with unilateral lumbosacral radiculopathy due to L5-S1 disc herniation. ⋯ The traction group receiving lumbar extension traction in addition to hot packs and interferential therapy had better effects than the control group with regard to pain, disability, H-reflex parameters and segmental intervertebral movements.
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Clinical rehabilitation · Jan 2013
Orientation and mobility training for adults with low vision: a new standardized approach.
Orientation and mobility training aims to facilitate independent functioning and participation in the community of people with low vision. ⋯ A standardized, tailor-made orientation and mobility training for using the identification cane is available. The new theory-driven standardized training is generally applicable for teaching the use of every low-vision device. Its acceptability and effectiveness are currently being evaluated in a randomized controlled trial.