Abstract Main question What is the best evidence based exercise treatment protocol for shoulder instability and rotator cuff injuries in athletes performing overhead activities and what is the best measurement tool used to determine the athlete's present level after recovery? Background Athletes …

The aim of this study was to investigate if physiotherapists had knowledge and skills in applying Bobath-based therapy (BB), also referred to as Neurodevelopmental Treatment, in the care of stroke patients and if they generally used the therapy in daily practice. This is because of the important emphasis …

Background: Neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT) is a rehabilitation approach increasingly used in the care of stroke patients, although no evidence has been provided for its efficacy. Objective: To investigate the effects of NDT on the functional status and quality of life (QoL) of patients with stroke …

Several studies have reported improved survival rates thanks to the use of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) in the treatment of patients with life-threatening arrhythmia. However, the effects of the ICD on health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) of these patients are not clear. The aim …

MAIN QUESTIONS: What are the effects of aquatic therapy for people with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis on pain, ADL-functioning and health Related Quality of Life (HRQL)? BACKGROUND: An interest in investigating the effects of aquatic therapy emerged from a clinical …