American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · May 2019
Fit4SurgeryTV At-home Prehabilitation for Frail Older Patients Planned for Colorectal Cancer Surgery: A Pilot Study.
The preoperative phase is a potential window of opportunity. Although frail elderly patients are known to be more prone to postoperative complications, they are often not considered capable of accomplishing a full prehabilitation program. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of Fit4SurgeryTV, an at-home prehabilitation program specifically designed for frail older patients with colorectal cancer. ⋯ This study showed that at-home prehabilitation in frail older patients with colorectal cancer is feasible. As a result, patients might be fitter for surgery and might recover faster. The perioperative period could serve as a pivotal time point in reverting complications of immobility.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · May 2019
Meta AnalysisAutologous Blood-Derived Products Compared With Corticosteroids for Treatment of Plantar Fasciopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
This review article evaluated the efficacy of autologous blood-derived products, including whole blood and platelet-rich plasma, in reducing pain and improving function compared with corticosteroids for plantar fasciopathy patients. ⋯ Advanced ACCREDITATION: The Association of Academic Physiatrists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.The Association of Academic Physiatrists designates this Journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.