Results 51 to 60 of about 15,086 (227)

Temporal adaptations in generic and population-specific quality of life and falls efficacy in men with recent lower-limb amputations

, 2013
This study examined the longitudinal changes in generic health-related quality of life (QOL), prosthesis-related QOL, falls efficacy, and walking speed in men with lower-limb amputations up to 6 months following discharge from rehabilitation.
Vanicek, Natalie, Barnett, Cleveland T., Polman, RCJ, Barnett, Cleveland T, Polman, Remco C.J., Polman, Remco, Barnett, CT, Vanicek, N   +7 more
core   +1 more source

A Psychometric Platform to Collect Somatosensory Sensations for Neuroprosthetic Use

Frontiers in Medical Technology, 2021
Somatosensory neuroprostheses exploit invasive and non-invasive feedback technologies to restore sensorimotor functions lost to disease or trauma. These devices use electrical stimulation to communicate sensory information to the brain.
Giacomo Valle, Giacomo Valle, Francesco Iberite, Ivo Strauss, Edoardo D'Anna, Giuseppe Granata, Riccardo Di Iorio, Thomas Stieglitz, Stanisa Raspopovic, Francesco M. Petrini, Paolo M. Rossini, Silvestro Micera, Silvestro Micera   +12 more
doaj   +1 more source

Gender Justice in the Triple Planetary Crisis: A Scoping Review

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To identify and report how gender justice is conceptualised and discussed in contemporary health literature in relation to the Triple Planetary Crisis of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss, with a particular focus on the experiences of women and gender‐diverse populations, and the representation of nurses and other healthcare ...
Catelyn Richards, Micah Peters, Julia Charalambous, Lila Singh‐Peterson, Lucy Osborn, Aletha Ward, Jessica LeClair, Tracy Levett‐Jones   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Temporary transarticular stabilization with locking compression plate for the treatment of traumatic glenohumeral luxation in 10 dogs

Veterinary Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to describe the surgical technique, and the short to medium clinical outcome of dogs treated with temporary glenohumeral joint (GHJ) stabilization following traumatic luxation. Study Design Short case series.
Alexandros Bourbos, Francesco Piana, Alex Belch, Luca Vezzoni   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

“After Cutting It, Things Have Never Remained the Same”: A Qualitative Study of the Perspectives of Amputees and Their Caregivers

Health Expectations
Introduction Physical and emotional loss from amputation and associated physical disability are associated with adverse physical and psychological experiences. However, little research, within the Ghanaian context, has focused on the impact of amputation
Esther Ohenewa, Joana Salifu Yendork, Benjamin Amponsah, Frances Emily Owusu‐Ansah   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Diabetic Foot Ulceration in Dialysis‐Dependent End‐Stage Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Outcomes and Mortality Risk

Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews, Volume 42, Issue 5, July 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Diabetic foot ulceration (DFU) and lower limb complications are highly prevalent in people with end‐stage kidney disease (ESKD), particularly those receiving dialysis; however, the overall burden and outcomes remain incompletely characterised.
J. Z. M. Lim, D. Selvarajah, S. Mitra, N. S. L. Ng, G. Rayman, L. Vileikyte, F. L. Game, A. J. M. Boulton   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Serum Advanced Glycation End Products as Drivers of Poor Tendon Outcomes in Diabetes? An Emerging Hypothesis and Narrative Review

Endocrinology, Diabetes &Metabolism, Volume 9, Issue 4, July 2026.
Tendon injuries in diabetes heal poorly, with unclear drivers of extracellular matrix disruption and altered mechanics. This narrative review synthesizes in vitro, animal, and human studies, highlighting serum advanced glycation end products as potential systemic contributors.
Eric J. Gutierrez, Lauren E. Mitevski, Jacob M. Haus, Chad C. Carroll   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mental health of Iranian amputees veterans living on the Mazandaran province

طب جانباز, 2016
Aims: Physical, behavioral, and mental disorders, which are due to the amputation as one of the most prevalent motor disabilities, are of the main problems with which the veterans with amputations are facing.
H. Khani, N. Zamani, A. Ghorbani, A.H. Jahangir, H. Jenaabadi   +4 more
doaj  

The relationship between upper extremity strength and performance in elite amputee football players

Baltic Journal of Health and Physical Activity, 2020
Background: ‪Despite having similar requirements to regular football, amputee football may also require different dynamics due to using crutches. This study investigated the relationship between upper extremity strength and performance in amputee ...
GURKAN GUNAYDIN
doaj   +1 more source

Use of an Activity Monitor and GPS Device to Assess Community Activity and Participation in Transtibial Amputees

Sensors, 2014
This study characterized measures of community activity and participation of transtibial amputees based on combined data from separate accelerometer and GPS devices.
Brenton Hordacre, Christopher Barr, Maria Crotty   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source