Brain Sciences, 2021 A subgroup of COVID-19 patients requires intensive respiratory care. The prolonged immobilization and aggressive treatments predispose these patients to develop intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICUAW). Furthermore, this condition could increase the
Keiichi Hokkoku +6 more
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Frequent mild head injury promotes trigeminal sensitivity concomitant with microglial proliferation, astrocytosis, and increased neuropeptide levels in the trigeminal pain system. [PDF]
, 2017 BACKGROUND: Frequent mild head injuries or concussion along with the presence of headache may contribute to the persistence of concussion symptoms. METHODS: In this study, the acute effects of recovery between mild head injuries and the frequency of ...
Assari, Soroush +4 more
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Research Progress in Peripheral Nerve Regeneration and Repair [PDF]
BIO Web of ConferencesPeripheral nerve injuries frequently result in sensory and motor dysfunction, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Consequently, promoting regeneration and functional recovery following such injuries has become a primary focus of clinical ...
Dai Xudong
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Hip strength: Ankle proprioceptive threshold ratio predicts falls and injury in diabetic neuropathy [PDF]
, 2014 Introduction : We determined lower limb neuromuscular capacities associated with falls and fall‐related injuries in older people with declining peripheral nerve function.
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Nerve grafting for peripheral nerve injuries with extended defect sizes
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift, 2018 SummaryArtificial and non-artificial nerve grafts are the gold standard in peripheral nerve reconstruction in cases with extensive loss of nerve tissue, particularly where a direct end-to-end suture or an autologous nerve graft is inauspicious. Different
T. Kornfeld, P. Vogt, C. Radtke
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The homuncular jigsaw: investigations of phantom limb and body awareness following brachial plexus block or avulsion [PDF]
, 2019 Many neuropsychological theories agree that the brain maintains a relatively persistent representation of one's own body, as indicated by vivid "phantom" experiences.
Giannini, Anna Maria +3 more
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An update–tissue engineered nerve grafts for the repair of peripheral nerve injuries
Neural Regeneration Research, 2018 Peripheral nerve injuries (PNI) are caused by a range of etiologies and result in a broad spectrum of disability. While nerve autografts are the current gold standard for the reconstruction of extensive nerve damage, the limited supply of autologous ...
N. Patel, K. Lyon, Jason H. Huang
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Clinical neurophysiology and imaging of nerve injuries: preoperative diagnostic work-up and postoperative monitoring [PDF]
, 2015 Peripheral nerve injuries are a heterogeneous group of lesions that may occurs secondary to various causes. Several different classifications have been used to describe the pathophysiological mechanisms leading to the clinical deficit, from simple and ...
CILLINO, Michele +5 more
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Assessment, patient selection, and rehabilitation of nerve transfers
Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2023 Peripheral nerve injuries are common and can have a devastating effect on physical, psychological, and socioeconomic wellbeing. Peripheral nerve transfers have become the standard of care for many types of peripheral nerve injury due to their superior ...
Emma A. Bateman +8 more
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Rehabilitation interventions for foot drop in neuromuscular disease [PDF]
, 2007 "Foot drop" or "Floppy foot drop" is the term commonly used to describe weakness or contracture of the muscles around the ankle joint.
Disler, Peter B. +3 more
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