STUDY DESIGN A double-blind randomized crossover experimental study with repeated measures, including a no-treatment control condition. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the initial effect of 2 mobilization with movement (MWM) treatment techniques performed in weight bearing and non-weight bearing on posterior talar glide and talocrural dorsiflexion in individuals with recurrent lateral ankle sprain. B...

Different rhythmic leg movements in vertebrates can share coordinating neural circuitry (Stein 2005). These movements are often similar kinematically, and smooth transitions between the different movements are common. We focused on interlimb coordination of the legs in young infants, to determine if weight bearing and non-weight bearing movements might share coordinating circuitry. If interlimb...

We studied the effect of full and partial weight-bearing on venous peak velocity in the legs of 73 subjects. We used colourflow Duplex ultrasound to determine the minimal amount of weight-bearing required to produce the same venous peak velocity as full weight-bearing. We found that the venous peak velocity remains the same in the femoral vein during partial weight-bearing (196 N and above). Th...

Orthopedic rehabilitation is very important for ensuring the best outcomes of treatment for musculoskeletal disorders and disabilities, especially in terms of hip fracture in old-aged patients. This field of research attempts to maximize the use of biomechanics and biology to improve functional outcomes and the overall well-being of patients. Orthopedic rehabilitation is a very important part o...

STUDY DESIGN Repeated-measures design comparing 7 static weight-bearing shoulder exercises. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to determine the demand on shoulder musculature during weight-bearing exercises and the relationship between increasing weight-bearing posture and shoulder muscle activation. BACKGROUND Weight-bearing shoulder exercises are commonly prescribed in the rehabilita...

QUESTION What is the feasibility and effectiveness of a novel weight-bearing strengthening program compared with that of a traditional non-weight-bearing strengthening program for older inpatients undergoing rehabilitation? DESIGN Randomised, controlled trial with concealed allocation, assessor blinding, and intention-to-treat analysis. PARTICIPANTS Eighty-eight inpatients (11% loss to foll...

Tibial fracture is the most common long bone fracture. Because of the superficial location of the tibia, surgery is usually required for the treatment of fractures to achieve union. The goal of this study was to evaluate the effect of decortication on the faster union of fractures treated with compression plates. In this clinical trial, conducted from 2009 to 2013, 42 patients were randomly ass...