Factors That Affect the Young Female Athlete
The past 35 years have seen a tremendous increase in the number of female athletes at all ages and abilities. Recent research has shown a myriad of benefits for girls…
PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION
Stress Fractures and Rehabilitation
A plethora of medical literature has been published discussing the demographics, risk factors, anatomic distribution, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment of stress fractures. However, the literature contains a void regarding the…
The Female Athlete Triad and Cardiovascular Dysfunction
In the past 35 years, a significant increase has occurred in sports participation by women. An estimated 3 million girls and young women compete in American high school sports. Women…
Cancer Rehabilitation: Challenges, Approaches, and New Directions
Impairments and disability in cancer patients can be caused by the disease process or by its treatment, including the effects of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. The prevalence of all cancers,…
Rehabilitation of Children and Adults Who Have Neuromuscular Diseases
Neuromuscular diseases are a broad group of disorders that affect the motor unit. Recent advances in genetics and molecular biology have greatly furthered understanding of these diseases. Unfortunately, this has…
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the leading cause of childhood disability. This article reviews common presentations of CP and its possible causes. The management of common problems seen in affected children…
Orthotic and Prosthetic Prescriptions for Today and Tomorrow
The prosthetic and orthotic field is in constant flux, with newer technology and materials being incorporated into everyday practice. Research into the field is increasing as interest in restoring or…
The Electromyographer’s Guide to the Motor Unit
This article’s purpose is to explain the anatomicophysiologic basis for observations and measurements made by the electromyographer. An electromyographer may be trained in the techniques of electromyography without understanding the…
Chronic Pain
Physiatrists frequently see patients who have chronic pain, and the physiatric approach is highly relevant to pain management. This article is directed toward physiatrists who do not specialize in pain…
Review of Upper and Lower Extremity Musculoskeletal Pain Problems
This article reviews common causes of upper and lower extremity pain problems, including bone pain, osteoarthritis, tendinopathy, and muscle pain problems. These common conditions affect many areas of the body;…
