1 English version In 2008, I took on my functions as editor-in-chief of the Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine , and they will be coming to an end on…
Abstract Method Thirty-nine revision of ACL reconstructions were evaluated: 23 primary ACL reconstructions with bone-patellar tendon-bone graft (BPTB) revised with hamstring tendon (HT) grafts, 10 primary ACL reconstructions with HT grafts revised…
Abstract Aim To investigate causes of death and age at death in cerebral palsy subjects compared with the general population. Method Analysis of data supplied by the centre of epidemiology…
Abstract Objective By proposing a new terminology (acquired deforming hypertonia or ADH) and a new definition for contractures, the main objective of this study was to establish their prevalence among…
Abstract Objective To assess with an isokinetic dynamometer the force and endurance of the spinal flexor and extensor muscles in pre-teens or teens aged 11 to 13 and 14 to…
Abstract Background In patients with chronic pain, aerobic deconditioning can explain part of observed disability and disadvantage. The objective of the present study was to assess the change in VO…
Abstract Objective Physical therapy strategies have recently proved their efficacy in the field of Parkinson’s disease management. The purpose of this paper was to access the efficacy and the limits…
Abstract Introduction Possible admission to a PRM unit of a hemiplegic patient equipped with a left ventricular assistance device (LVAD) may constitute a cause for concern. We are reporting our…
Abstract Background The objective of this study was to analyze the effects of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) on the atrial function of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) who had been…
Abstract Participation in community life is a major challenge for most people with psychiatric and/or cognitive disabilities. Current assessments of participation lack a theoretical basis. However, the new International Classification…
