• The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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• 제29권6호
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• pp.316-323
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• 2017

Effort to improve balance ability in the field of rehabilitation has been constantly issued and developed up to now. A variety of subcomponent of postural control including function and cognition should be needed in many body systems and be complicatedly linked to each system. In South Korea, although decreased postural dysfunction due to neurological or musculoskeletal disorders has been well documented, we do not have many experience and knowledge of vestibular rehabilitation for maintain and improve balance function. In the United States, vestibular physical therapy is already acknowledged as clinical subspecialty by American Physical Therapy Association. However, there is no curriculum subject related to vestibular rehabilitation in standard education of physical therapy and no specialist who has clinical experience and knowledge of this realm. Therefore, we reviewed general information and basic knowledge of vestibular rehabilitation such as current state of vestibular disorder in South Korea, pathology, major causes of vestibular dysfunction including peripheral vestibular disorders, vestibular neuritis, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, and central disorder, evaluation of vestibular dysfunction, and treatment for vestibular dysfunction new approaches. We expect that physical therapist in South Korea recognize clinical significance of vestibular exercise and that clinical concern and research will be begun in near future.

• 한방재활의학과학회지
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.163-174
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• 2013

Restless legs syndrome(RLS) is a neurological disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move legs to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations. We report a new approach to improve RLS using acupuncture and massage on iliopsoas Muscle. The patients who have RLS were treated by acupuncture and massage on iliopsoas Muscle. We measured 3~6 times IRLS(Korean Versoin of International Restless Legs Scale), VAS(visual analogue scale), and angle(between the legs and the table) during the treatment period. After treatment, RLS symptoms decreased, In case 1, IRLS changed 34 to 10, VAS changed 8 to 2, angle changed 20 to 5. In case 2, IRLS changed 22 to 12, VAS changed 10 to 5, angle changed 15 to 10. In case 3, IRLS changed 30 to 9, VAS changed 8 to 1, angle changed 25 to 5. Acupuncture and massage on iliopsoas muscle for RLS was effective. To effective acupuncture treatment for RLS, more research is needed.

• The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.33-47
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• 1996

This study was performed to examine the correlation between calcaneus to tibia angle and Q-angle, and the effects of step width and toe out angle on the calcaneus to tibia angle and Q-angle. The age of participated subjects was from 19 to 29 years(Mean=22.95, SD=2.23) who have no significant orthopedic and neurological dysfunction. The marking tapes for measurement of Q-angle and calcaneus to tibia angle were placed on seven location of each subject. Video data were collected while the subject walked on a walking grid. The result as follows : 1. There were significant differences in the step width, toe out angle, and Q-angle but not calcaneus to tibia angle between male and female. 2. There were significant differences in toe calcaneus to tibia angle and Q-angle n step width increased, respectively. 3. There were significant differences between tee out angle and calcaneus to tibia angle but not toe out angle and q-angle. 4. There was statistically significant correlation between calcaneus to tibia angle and Q-angle.

• 대한한방내과학회지
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• 제37권4호
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• pp.645-652
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• 2016

Objectives: To compare the effects of Eastern-Western integrative medical care (EWIM) and Western single rehabilitation therapy (WSRT) on the functional recovery of stroke patients.Methods: Seventy-six stroke patients were recruited retrospectively. The participants were divided into two groups: EWIM and WSRT. Data on age, sex, stroke-related risk factors, stroke type, neurological deficits according to the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), elapsed time to the initiation of rehabilitation, duration from the onset to follow up, initial functional status, and function after therapy for 3 mon were obtained from a review of the patients’ medical records. Between-group differences in functional outcomes were analyzed before and after treatment using the functional ambulation category (FAC), Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA), modified Barthel Index-Korean version (K-MBI), and Euro-Quality of Life-5 Dimension (EQ-5D).Results: At 3-mon poststroke, all the functional outcome measures had improved in both groups (P<0.05). However, the improvements were greater in the EWIM group, and the improvement was statistically significant in the K-MBI (P=0.048) and EQ-5D (P=0.042).Conclusions: With respect to activities of daily living and health-related quality of life, EWIM is a more effective stroke therapy than WSRT.

• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science
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• 제12권3호
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• pp.334-339
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• 2023

Objective: The present study is designed to delve deeper into the realm of fibromyalgia (FM) symptom management by investigating the effects of diaphragmatic breathing on the prefrontal cortex (PFC) in women diagnosed with FM. Using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), the study aims to capture real-time PFC activation patterns during the practice of diaphragmatic breathing. The overarching objective is to identify and understand the underlying neural mechanisms that may contribute to the observed clinical benefits of this relaxation technique. Design: A case report Methods: To achieve this, a twofold approach was adopted: First, the patient's breathing patterns were meticulously examined to detect any aberrations. Following this, fNIRS was employed, focusing on the activation dynamics within the PFC. Results: Our examination unveiled a notable breathing pattern disorder inherent to the FM patient. More intriguingly, the fNIRS analysis offered compelling insights: the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC) displayed increased activation. In stark contrast, regions of the anterior prefrontal cortex (aPFC) and orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) manifested decreased activity, especially when benchmarked against typical activations seen in healthy adults. Conclusions: These findings, derived from a nuanced examination of FM, underscore the condition's multifaceted nature. They highlight the imperative to look beyond conventional symptomatology and appreciate the profound neurological and physiological intricacies that define FM.

• 재활치료과학
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.19-28
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• 2015

서론 : 실행증과 관련된 신경학적 손상에 대한 이해는 병변 부위에 따른 증상을 예측하고 적절한 치료와 목표를 구성하는데 기반이 될 수 있다. 따라서 본 연구는 문헌고찰을 통하여 관념운동실행증의 원인과 행동 오류의 기전을 알아보고, 이와 더불어 치료에 이용될 수 있는 근거를 제시하고자 한다. 본론 : 실행의 모델에서 알 수 있듯이 관념운동실행증은 실행 시스템에서 생산적 측면만의 손상으로 발생할 수 있으며 신경학적 부위는 피질하 손상보다는 피질 수준의 손상이 더 흔하다. 제스쳐를 통한 연구에 따르면 팔의 동작과 관련하여서는 왼쪽 두정엽, 손가락 자세에 따른 동작은 전두엽의 기능과 관련이 있다. 실제 물체를 사용함으로써 얻어질 수 있는 시각, 촉각의 자극들은 익숙한 동작에 대한 기억과는 별도로 올바른 동작을 유도시킬 수 있다. 결론 : 실행은 다양한 신경학적 부위의 처리 과정을 통해 일어나며 다양한 외부의 자극들이 실행에 도움을 줄 수 있음으로 관념운동실행증의 치료에는 이러한 자극들을 이용하는 것이 필요할 것이다.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제60권4호
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• pp.404-416
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• 2017

Objective : Functional and neural tissue recovery has been reported in many animal studies conducted with stem cells. However, the combined effect of cytokines and stem cells has not yet been adequately researched. Here, we analyzed the additive effects of granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (GCSF) on adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) infusion in the treatment of acute spinal cord injury (SCI) in rats. Methods : Four days after intrathecal infusion tubes implantation in Sprague-Dawley rats, SCI was induced with an infinite horizon impactor. In the Sham group (n=5), phosphate-buffered saline was injected 3, 7, and 14 days after SCI. GCSF, ADSCs, and ADSCs with GCSF were injected at the same time in the GCSF (n=8), ADSC (n=8), and ADSC+GCSF groups (n=7), respectively. Results : The ADSC and ADSC+GCSF groups, but not the GCSF group, showed significantly higher Basso-Beattie-Bresnahan scores than the Sham group during 8 weeks (p<0.01), but no significant difference between the ADSC and ADSC+GCSF groups. In the ladder rung test, all four groups were significantly different from each other, with the ADSC+GCSF group showing the best improvement (p<0.01). On immunofluorescent staining (GAP43, MAP2), western blotting (GAP43), and reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (GAP43, nerve growth factor), the ADSC and ADSC+GCSF groups showed higher levels than the Sham and GCSF groups. Conclusion : Our analyses suggest that the combination of GCSF and ADSCs infusions in acute SCI in the rat does not have a significant additive effect. Hence, when combination agents for SCI stem cell therapy are considered, molecules other than GCSF, or modifications to the methodology, should be investigated.

• Journal of Ginseng Research
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• 제46권1호
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• pp.11-22
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• 2022

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is defined as damage to the spinal cord that temporarily or permanently changes its function. There is no definite treatment established for neurological complete injury patients. This study investigated the effect of ginseng extract and ginsenosides on neurological recovery and antioxidant efficacies in rat models following SCI and explore the appropriate dosage. Searches were done on PubMed, Embase, and Chinese databases, and animal studies matches the inclusion criteria were selected. Pair-wise meta-analysis and subgroup analysis were performed. Ten studies were included, and the overall methodological qualities were low quality. The result showed ginseng extract and ginsenosides significantly improve neurological function, through the Basso, Beattie, and Bresnahan (BBB) locomotor rating scale (pooled MD = 4.40; 95% CI = 3.92 to 4.88; p < 0.00001), significantly decrease malondialdehyde (MDA) (n = 290; pooled MD = -2.19; 95% CI = -3.16 to 1.22; p < 0.0001) and increase superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels (n = 290; pooled MD = 2.14; 95% CI = 1.45 to 2.83; p < 0.00001). Both low (<25 mg/kg) and high dosage (25 mg/kg) showed significant improvement in the motor function recovery in SCI rats. Collectively, this review suggests ginseng extract and ginsenosides has a protective effect on SCI, with good safety and a clear mechanism of action and may be suitable for future clinical trials and applications.

• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science
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• 제8권2호
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• pp.79-85
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• 2019

Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between physical features, strength, function, and upper extremity musculoskeletal pain during rehabilitation of manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injuries. Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: The degree and frequency of upper extremity musculoskeletal pain were measured in persons with spinal cord injuries using manual wheelchairs with the use of questionnaires. The pain scores of the hand, wrist, and shoulder joints were calculated by multiplying the seriousness and frequency of pain. We collected data on the manual muscle test, Spinal Cord Independent Measure-III, and the Body Mass Index. Statistical analysis was performed by descriptive analysis and Pearson's correlation analysis. Results: A total of 47 patients participated in this study and the neurological level of the injuries ranged from C2 to S5. Pain in the shoulder joints was the most common in persons with tetraplegia and paraplegia. Pain was experienced as mild to moderate, and occurred one or more times a week. Of the 32 persons with paraplegia, the most common area of complaint was the shoulder. Of the 15 persons with paraplegia, the shoulder joints were the most common site of pain. The independence levels of the persons with spinal cord injuries were highly correlated to muscle strength levels (p<0.05). Conclusions: This study investigated upper extremity musculoskeletal pain during rehabilitation of manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injuries and the relationship between physical features, strength, and function. In most persons with spinal cord injuries, pain and frequency of shoulder joints were high and pain levels were also related to functional levels.

• 재활치료과학
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• 제3권2호
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• pp.5-48
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• 2014

서론: 작업치료에서는 수행기술을 매우 중요하며, 이런 수행기술에는 감각 인지 기술, 운동실행 기술, 감정 조절기술, 인지기술, 소통 사회 기술 등이 있다. 모든 수행기술은 통합된 신경처리를 통해 이루어진다. 본론: 입체해석학(stereology)란 신경세포, 대뇌 겉질, 기능과 관련되어 뇌의 특정 영역의 형태 변화를 알아 낼 수 있는 과학적 방법이다. 입체해석학은 평면으로 잘려진 생물학적 샘플을 확률이론과 과학적 추출방법을 사용하여 3 차원적으로 분석하는 다학문분야이다. 편견 없는 입체해석학적 방법은 확률이론을 바탕으로하며, 생물학적 영역의 해부학적 형태적 변화를 예측할 수 있다. 부피, 숫자, 길이와 같은 세포구조적변화는 뇌의 기능에 영향을 미치게 된다. 작업치료사들은 신경계환자들의 뇌 기능을 향상시켜 참여를 증진하는 것을 목적으로 한다. 뇌기능 장애 환자들에게 있어 기능적 증진은 뇌의 변화를 의미한다. 그러므로 신경학적 변화와 기능적 증진에 대한 두 가지 증거는 신경계 환자들의 작업치료에 매우 중요한 기초적 치료 근거가 된다. 비록 입체해석학 자체가 실험이나 인체 사후 검사에 많이 쓰일지라도 입체해석학은 신경계 환자들의 작업치료에 근본적 지식들 제공한다. 결론: 그러므로 입체해석학은 신경과학의 지식들을 경험의존가소성과 수행기술에 대한 뇌의 구조-기능관계를 바탕으로 작업치료에 전달해 준다고 볼 수 있다.