The Bottom Line
The Bottom Line is a clinical summary that translates study findings for application to practice. It is not intended to substitute for a critical reading of the research article.
Summaries are written by members of The Bottom Line Committee and invited writers.
Previous Issues:
The Bottom Line on "Effects of a 6-Week, Individualized, Supervised Exercise Program for People With Bleeding Disorders and Hemophilic Arthritis" [Mulvany R, Zucker-Levin AR, Jeng M, et al. Phys Ther. 2010;90(April):509-526.]
The Bottom Line on "Muscle Activation and Perceived Loading During Rehabilitation Exercises: Comparison of Dumbbells and Elastic Resistance" [Andersen LL, Andersen CH, Mortensen OS, Poulsen OM, Bjørnlund IBT, Zebis MK. Phys Ther. 2010;90(April):538-549.]
The Bottom Line on "An Exercise and Education Program Improves Well-Being of New Mothers: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Norman E, Sherburn M, Osborne RH, Galea MP. Phys Ther. 2010;90(March):348-355.]
The Bottom Line on "Progressive Resistance Training Improves Overall Physical Activity Levels in Patients With Early Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Farr JN, Going SB, McKnight PE, Kasle S, Cussler EC, Cornett M. Phys Ther. 2010;90(March):356-366.]
The Bottom Line on "Sit-to-Stand Movement as a Performance-Based Measure for Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty" [Boonstra MC, Schwering PJA, De Waal Malefijt MC, Verdonschot N. Phys Ther. 2010;90(February):149-156.]
The Bottom Line on "Exposure to Low Amounts of Ultrasound Energy Does Not Improve Soft Tissue Shoulder Pathology: A Systematic Review" [Alexander LD, Gilman DRD, Brown JL, Houghton PE. Phys Ther. 2010;90(January):14-25.]
The Bottom Line on "Some Factors Predict Successful Short-Term Outcomes in Individuals With Shoulder Pain Receiving Cervicothoracic Manipulation: A Single-Arm Trial" [Mintken PE, Cleland JA, Carpenter KJ, Bieniek ML, Keirns M, Whitman JM. Phys Ther. 2010;90(January):26-42.]
The Bottom Line on "Early Postoperative Measures Predict 1- and 2-Year Outcomes After Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: Importance of Contralateral Limb Strength" [Zeni JA Jr, Snyder-Mackler L. Phys Ther. 2010;90(January):43-54.]
The Bottom Line on "Spinal Manipulative Therapy Has an Immediate Effect on Thermal Pain Sensitivity in People With Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Bialosky JE, Bishop MD, Robinson ME, Zeppieri Jr G, George SZ. Phys Ther. 2009;89(December):1292-1303.]
The Bottom Line on "Gait Variability Detects Women in Early Postmenopause With Low Bone Mineral Density" [Palombaro KM, Hack LM, Mangione KK, et al. Phys Ther. 2009;89(December):1315-1326.]
The Bottom Line on "A Functional Threshold for Long-Term Use of Hand and Arm Function Can Be Determined: Predictions From a Computational Model and Supporting Data From the Extremity Constraint-Induced Therapy Evaluation (EXCITE) Trial" [Schweighofer N, Han CE, Wolf SL, Arbib MA, Winstein CJ. Phys Ther. 2009;89(December):1327-1336.]
The Bottom Line on "Orthopedic Surgeons and Physical Therapists Differ in Assessment of Need for Physical Therapy After Traumatic Lower-Extremity Injury" [Archer KR, MacKenzie EJ, Castillo RJ, Bosse MJ for the LEAP Study Group . Phys Ther. 2009;89(December):1337-1349.]
The Bottom Line on "An Intensive, Progressive Exercise Program Reduces Disability and Improves Functional Performance in Patients After Single-Level Lumbar Microdiskectomy" [Kulig K, Beneck GJ, Selkowitz DM, et al. Phys Ther. 2009;89(November):1145-1157.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Therapists’ Management of Patients in the Acute Care Setting: An Observational Study" [Jette DU, Brown R, Collette N, Friant W, Graves L. Phys Ther. 2009;89(November):1158-1181.]
The Bottom Line on "Comparison of Gluteus Medius Muscle Electromyographic Activity During Forward and Lateral Step-up Exercises in Older Adults" [Mercer VS, Gross MT, Sharma S, Weeks E. Phys Ther. 2009;89(November):1205-1214.]
The Bottom Line on "The Patient Goal Priority Questionnaire Is Moderately Reproducible in People With Persistent Musculoskeletal Pain" [Åsenlöf P, Slijebäck K. Phys Ther. 2009;89(November):1226-1234.]
The Bottom Line on "Stretch Exercises Increase Tolerance to Stretch in Patients With Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Law RYW, Harvey LA, Nicholas MK, Tonkin L, De Sousa M, Finniss DG. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1016-1026.]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of Hand Cycle Training on Physical Capacity in Individuals With Tetraplegia: A Clinical Trial" [Valent LJM, Dallmeijer AJ, Houdijk H, Slootman HJ, Janssen TW, Post MWM, van der Woude LH. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1051-1060.]
The Bottom Line on "Step Test Scores Are Related to Measures of Activity and Participation in the First 6 Months After Stroke" [Mercer VS, Freburger JK, Chang S-H, Purser JL. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1061-1071.]
The Bottom Line on "Muscle Deficits Persist After Unilateral Knee Replacement and Have Implications for Rehabilitation" [Valtonen A, Pöyhönen, Ari Heinonen, Sipilä. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1072-1079.]
The Bottom Line on "Age Affects the Attentional Demands of Stair Ambulation: Evidence From a Dual-Task Approach" [Ohja HA, Kern RW, Lin C-HJ, Winstein CJ. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1080-1088.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Fitness in Children With High Motor Competence Is Different From That in Children With Low Motor Competence" [Haga M. Phys Ther. 2009;89(October):1089-1097.]
The Bottom Line on "Impact of Physical Therapist–Directed Exercise Counseling Combined With Fitness Center–Based Exercise Training on Muscular Strength and Exercise Capacity in People With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Taylor JD, Fletcher JP, Tiarks J. Phys Ther. 2009;89(September):884-892.]
The Bottom Line on "Adhesive Capsulitis: Establishing Consensus on Clinical Identifiers for Stage 1 Using the Delphi Technique" Walmsley S, Rivett DA, Osmotherly PG. Phys Ther. 2009;89(September):906-917.]
The Bottom Line on "Rehabilitation After Hallux Valgus Surgery: Importance of Physical Therapy to Restore Weight Bearing of the First Ray During the Stance Phase" [Schuh R, Hofstaetter SG, Adams SB Jr, Pichler F, Kristen KH, Trnka HJ. Phys Ther. 2009;89(September):934-945.]
The Bottom Line on "Clinical Interpretation of a Lower-Extremity Functional Scale–Derived Computerized Adaptive Test" [Wang YC, Hart DL, Stratford PW, Mioduski JE. Phys Ther. 2009;89(September):957-968.]
The Bottom Line on "Development of a Self-Report Measure of Fearful Activities for Patients With Low Back Pain: The Fear of Daily Activities Questionnaire" [George SZ, Valencia C, Zeppieri G Jr, Robinson ME. Phys Ther. 2009;89(September):969-979.]
The Bottom Line on "Assessment of the Quality of Cost Analysis Literature in Physical Therapy" [Peterson LE, Goodman C, Karnes EK, Chen CJ, Schwartz JA. Phys Ther. 2009;89(August):733-755.]
The Bottom Line on "Screening for Elevated Levels of Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Regarding Work or Physical Activities in People Receiving Outpatient Therapy" [Hart DL, Werneke MW, George SZ, Matheson JW, Wang Y-C, Cook KF, Mioduski JE, Choi SW. Phys Ther. 2009;89(August):770-785.]
The Bottom Line on "A Controlled Examination of Medical and Psychosocial Factors Associated With Low Back Pain in Combination With Widespread Musculoskeletal Pain" [Friedrich M, Hahne J, Wepner F. Phys Ther. 2009;89(August):786-803.]
The Bottom Line on "" [Sack S, Radler DR, Mairella KK, Touger-Decker R, Khan H. Phys Ther. 2009;89(August):804-815.]
The Bottom Line on "Manual Therapy, Exercise, and Traction for Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Young IA, Michener LA, Cleland JA, Aguilera AJ, Snyder AR. Phys Ther. 2009;89(July):632-642.]
The Bottom Line on "Short-term Effects of High-Intensity Laser Therapy Versus Ultrasound Therapy in the Treatment of People With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Santamato A, Solfrizzi V, Panza F, Tondi G, Frisardi V, Leggin BG, Ranieri M, Fiore P. Phys Ther. 2009;89(July):643-652.]
The Bottom Line on "Measurement of Paretic–Lower-Extremity Loading and Weight Transfer After Stroke" [Mercer VS, Freburger JK, Chang S-H, Purser JL. Phys Ther. 2009;89(July):653-664.]
The Bottom Line on "Elastic, Viscous, and Mass Load Effects on Poststroke Muscle Recruitment and Co-contraction During Reaching: A Pilot Study" [Stoeckmann TM, Sullivan KJ, Scheidt RA. Phys Ther. 2009;89(July):665-678.]
The Bottom Line on "Treadmill Testing of Children Who Have Spina Bifida and Are Ambulatory: Does Peak Oxygen Uptake Reflect Maximum Oxygen Uptake?" [de Groot JF, Takken T, de Graaff S, Gooskens RHJM, Helders PJM, Vanhees L. Phys Ther. 2009;89(July):679-687.]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of Forced Use on Arm Function in the Subacute Phase After Stroke: A Randomized, Clinical Pilot Study" [Hammer AM, Lindmark B. Phys Ther. 2009;89(June):526-539.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Therapists’ Experiences Updating the Clinical Management of Walking Rehabilitation After Stroke: A Qualitative Study" [Salbach NM, Veinot P, Rappolt S, Bayley M, Burnett D, Judd M, Jaglal SB. Phys Ther. 2009;89(June):556-568.]
The Bottom Line on "Test-Retest Reliability and Minimal Detectable Change Scores for the Timed "Up & Go" Test, the Six-Minute Walk Test, and Gait Speed in People With Alzheimer Disease" [Ries JD, Echternach JL, Nof L, Gagnon Blodgett M. Phys Ther. 2009;89(June):569-579.]
The Bottom Line on "Surplus Value of Hip Adduction in Leg-Press Exercise in Patients With Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Song C-Y, Lin Y-F, Wei T-C, Lin D-H, Yen T-Y, Jan M-H. Phys Ther. 2009;89(May):409-418.]
The Bottom Line on "Interventions Associated With an Increased Likelihood of Pain Reduction and Improved Function in Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis: A Retrospective Cohort Study" [Jewell DV, Riddle DL, Thacker LR. Phys Ther. 2009;89(May):419-429.]
The Bottom Line on "Short-term Efficacy of Upper-Extremity Exercise Training in Patients With Chronic Airway Obstruction: A Systematic Review" [Costi S, Bari M, Pillastrini P, D'Amico R, Crisafulli E, Fabbri LM, Clini EM. Phys Ther. 2009;89(May):443-455.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Therapists’ Use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Older Adults With Chronic Pain: A Nationwide Survey" [Beissner K, Henderson CR, Papaleontiou M, Olkhovskaya Y, Wigglesworth J, Reid MC. Phys Ther. 2009;89(May):456-469.]
The Bottom Line on "Rapid and Long-term Adaptations in Gait Symmetry Following Unilateral Step Training in People With Hemiparesis" [Kahn JH, Hornby TG. Phys Ther. 2009;89(May):474-483.]
The Bottom Line on "Falls in the Medicare Population: Incidence, Associated Factors, and Impact on Health Care" [Shumway-Cook A, Ciol MA, Hoffman J, Dudgeon BJ, Yorkston K, Chan L. Phys Ther. 2009;89(April):324-332.]
The Bottom Line on "Lengthening of the Pectoralis Minor Muscle During Passive Shoulder Motions and Stretching Techniques: A Cadaveric Biomechanical Study" [Muraki T, Aoki M, Izumi T, Fujii M, Hidaka E, Miyamoto S. Phys Ther. 2009;89(April):333-341.]
The Bottom Line on "A Qualitative Application of the Diffusion of Innovations Theory to Examine Determinants of Guideline Adherence Among Physical Therapists" [Harting J, Rutten GMJ, Rutten STJ, Kremers SP. Phys Ther. 2009;89(March):221-232.]
The Bottom Line on "Factors that Influence the Clinical Decision Making of Physical Therapists Choosing a Balance Assessment Approach" [McGinnis PQ, Hack LM, Nixon-Cave K, Michlovitz SL. Phys Ther. 2009;89(March):233-247.]
The Bottom Line on "Clinical Prediction Rules for Physical Therapy Interventions: A Systematic Review" [Beneciuk JM, Bishop MD, George SZ. Phys Ther. 2009;89(February):114-124.]
The Bottom Line on "Use of Standardized Outcome Measures in Physical Therapist Practice: Perceptions and Applications" [Jette DU, Halbert J, Iverson C, et al. Phys Ther. 2009;89(February):125-135.]
The Bottom Line on "Motor Control Exercise for Persistent, Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review" [Macedo LM, Maher CG, Latimer J, McAuley JH. Phys Ther. 2009;89(January):9-25.]
The Bottom Line on "Nonsurgical Management of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction With Orthoses and Resistive Exercise: A Randomized Controlled Trial" [Kulig K, Reischl SF, Pomrantz AB, et al. Phys Ther. 2009;89(January):26-37.]
The Bottom Line on "Does Continuing Education Improve Physical Therapists’ Effectiveness in Treating Neck Pain? A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Cleland JA, Fritz JM, Brennan GP, Magel J. Phys Ther. 2009;89(January):38-47.]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of Early Progressive Eccentric Exercise on Muscle Size and Function After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A 1-Year Follow-up Study of a Randomized Clinical Trial" [Gerber JP, Marcus RL, Dibble LE, et al. Phys Ther. 2009;89(January):51-59.]
The Bottom Line on "Factors Influencing the Use of Outcome Measures for Patients With Low Back Pain: A Survey of New Zealand Physical Therapists" [Copeland JM, Taylor WJ, Dean SJ. Phys Ther. 2008;88(December):1492-1505.]
The Bottom Line on "Instability, Laxity, and Physical Function in Patients With Medial Knee Osteoarthritis" [Schmitt LC, Fitzgerald GK, Reisman AS, Rudolph KS. Phys Ther. 2008;88(December):1506-1516.]
The Bottom Line on "Noncontact Ultrasound Therapy for Adjunctive Treatment of Nonhealing Wounds: Retrospective Analysis" [Bell AL, Cavorsi J. Phys Ther. 2008;88(December):1517-1524.]
The Bottom Line on "Use of Protection Motivation Theory, Affect, and Barriers to Understand and Predict Adherence to Outpatient Rehabilitation" [Grindley EJ, Zizzi SJ, Nasypany AM. Phys Ther. 2008;88(December):1529-1540.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Therapists' Use of Therapeutic Exercise for Patients With Clinical Knee Osteoarthritis in the United Kingdom: In Line With Current Recommendations?" [Holden MA, Nicholls EE, Hay EM, Foster NE. Phys Ther. 2008;88(October):1109-1121.]
The Bottom Line on "Meaning of Caring to 7 Novice Physical Therapists During Their First Year of Clinical Practice" [Greenfield BH, Anderson A, Cox B, Tanner MC. Phys Ther. 2008;88(October):1154-1166.]
The Bottom Line on "Functional Outcomes and Quality of Life After Tumor-Related Hemipelvectomy" [Beck LA, Einertson MJ, Winemiller MH, DePompolo RW, Hoppe KM, Sim FF. Phys Ther. 2008;88(August):916-927.]
The Bottom Line on "Changes in Functional Walking Distance and Health-Related Quality of Life After Gastric Bypass Surgery" [Tompkins J, Bosch PR, Chenowith R, Tiede JL, Swain JM. Phys Ther. 2008;88(August):928-935.]
The Bottom Line on "Direct Access to Physical Therapy in the Netherlands: Results From the First Year in Community-Based Physical Therapy" [Leemrijse CL, Swinkels ICS, Veenhof C. Phys Ther. 2008;88(August):936-946.]
The Bottom Line on "Ottawa Panel Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines for Aerobic Fitness Exercises in the Management of Fibromyalgia: Part 1" [Brosseau L, Wells GA, Tugwell P, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(July):857-871.] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Ottawa Panel Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines for Strengthening Exercises in the Management of Fibromyalgia: Part 2" [Brosseau L, Wells GA, Tugwell P, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(July):873-881.] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Muscle Activation During Selected Strength Exercises in Women With Chronic Neck Muscle Pain" [Andersen LL, Kjaer M, Andersen CH, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(June):703-711.]
The Bottom Line on "Physical Functioning Before and After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Perception and Performance" [van den Akker-Scheek I, Zijlstra W, Groothoff JW, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(June):712-719.]
The Bottom Line on "Validity of Values for Metabolic Equivalents of Task During Submaximal All-Extremity Exercise and Reliability of Exercise Responses in Frail Older Adults" [Mendelsohn ME, Connelly DM, Overend TJ, Petrella RJ. Phys Ther. 2008;88(June):747-756.]
The Bottom Line on "Persistence of Altered Movement Patterns During a Sit-to-Stand Task 1 Year Following Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty" [Farquhar SJ, Reisman DS, Snyder-Mackler L. Phys Ther. 2008;88(May):567-579.]
The Bottom Line on "Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Physical Therapists: A Prospective Cohort Study With 1-Year Follow-up" [Campo M, Weiser S, Koenig KL, Nordin M. Phys Ther. 2008;88(May):608-619.]
The Bottom Line on "Influence of Different Footwear on Force of Landing During Running" [Cheung RTH, Ng GYF. Phys Ther. 2008;88(May):620-628.]
The Bottom Line on "Use of the Berg Balance Scale for Predicting Multiple Falls in Community-Dwelling Elderly People: A Prospective Study" [Muir SW, Berg K, Chesworth B, Speechley M. Phys Ther. 2008;88(April):449-459.]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of a Single Session of Posterior-to-Anterior Spinal Mobilization and Press-up Exercise on Pain Response and Lumbar Spine Extension in People With Nonspecific Low Back Pain" [Powers CM, Beneck GJ, Kulig K, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(April):485-493]The Bottom Line on "Movement Training Advances the Emergence of Reaching in Infants Born at Less Than 33 Weeks of Gestational Age: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Heathcock JC, Lobo M, Galloway JC. Phys Ther. 2008;88(March):310-322]
The Bottom Line on "Diagnosis of Fall Risk in Parkinson Disease: An Analysis of Individual and Collective Clinical Balance Test Interpretation" [Dibble LE, Christensen J, Ballard DJ, Foreman KB. Phys Ther. 2008;88(March):323-332]
The Bottom Line on "Modified Constraint-Induced Therapy in Chronic Stroke: Results of a Single-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial" [Page SJ, Levine P, Leonard P, Szaflarski JP, Kissela BM. Phys Ther. 2008;88(March):333-340]
The Bottom Line on "Relationships Among Severity of Osteonecrosis, Pain, Range of Motion, and Functional Mobility in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia" [Marchese VG, Connolly BH, Able C, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(March):341-350]
The Bottom Line on "Using Customized Rate-Coding and Recruitment Strategies to Maintain Forces During Repetitive Activation of Human Muscles" [Chou L-W, Kesar TM, Binder-Macleod SA. Phys Ther. 2008;88(March):363-375]
The Bottom Line on "Measuring Deterioration in International Classification of Functioning Domains of People With Multiple Sclerosis Who Are Ambulatory" [Paltamaa J, Sarasoja T, Leskinen E, Wikstrom J, Malkia E. Phys Ther. 2008;88(February):176-190]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of Education on Return-to-Work Status for People With Fear-Avoidance Beliefs and Acute Low Back Pain" [Godges JJ, Anger MA, Zimmerman G, Delitto A. Phys Ther. 2008;88(February):231-239]
The Bottom Line on "Gaze Control and Foot Kinematics During Stair Climbing: Characteristics Leading to Fall Risk in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy" [Di Fabio RP, Zampieri C, Tuite P. Phys Ther. 2008;88(February):240-250]
The Bottom Line on "Assessing Recovery and Establishing Prognosis Following Total Knee Arthroplasty" [Kennedy DM, Stratford PW, Riddle DL, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(January):22-32]
The Bottom Line on "Intertester Reliability and Validity of Motion Assessments During Lumbar Spine Accessory Motion Testing" [Landel R, Kulig K, Fredericson M, et al. Phys Ther. 2008;88(January):43-49]
The Bottom Line on "Effectiveness of an Extension-Oriented Treatment Approach in a Subgroup of Subjects With Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Browder DA, Childs JD, Cleland JA, Fritz JM. Phys Ther. 2007;87(December):1608-1618]
The Bottom Line on "Predictors of Short-Term Outcome in People With a Clinical Diagnosis of Cervical Radiculopathy" [Cleland JA, Fritz JM, Whitman JM, Heath R. Phys Ther. 2007;87(December):1619-1632]
The Bottom Line on "Determinants of Mobility and Self-Care in Older People With Stroke: Importance of Somatosensory and Perceptual Functions" [Welmer AK, von Arbin M, Murray V, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(December):1633-1641]
The Bottom Line on "Event Standardization of Sit-To-Stand Movements" [Etnyre B, Thomas DQ. Phys Ther. 2007;87(December):1651-1666]
The Bottom Line on "Age-Related Changes in Strength, Joint Laxity, and Walking Patterns: Are They Related to Knee Osteoarthritis?" [Rudolph KS, Schmitt LC, Lewek MD. Phys Ther. 2007;87(November):1422-1432]
The Bottom Line on "Gross Motor Development of Children With Hurler Syndrome After Umbilical Cord Blood Transplantation" [Dusing SC, Thrope DE, Poe MD, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(November):1433-1440]
The Bottom Line on "Use of Virtual Reality to Improve Upper-Extremity Control in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Single-Subject Design" [Chen YP, Kang LJ, Chuang TY, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(November):1441-1457]
The Bottom Line on "Scaling of Dynamics in the Earliest Stages of Walking" [Holt KG, Saltzman E, Ho CL, Ulrich BD. Phys Ther. 2007;87(November):1458-1467]
The Bottom Line on "Sensory-Specific Balance Training in Older Adults: Effect on Proprioceptive Reintegration and Cognitive Demands" [Westlake KP, Culham EG. Phys Ther. 2007;87(October):1274-1283]
The Bottom Line on "Practitioner and Organizational Barriers to Evidence-based Practice of Physical Therapists for People With Stroke" [Salbach NM, Jagal SB, Korner-Bitensky N, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(October):1284-1303] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Mobilization Techniques in Subjects With Frozen Shoulder Syndrome: Randomized Multiple-Treatment Trial" [Yang J, Chang C, Chen S, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(October):1307-1315] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Physical Function in Men With Prostate Cancer on Androgen Deprivation Therapy" [Bassett Clay CA, Perera S, Wanger JM, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(October):1325-1333] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Relationships Among Impairments in Lower-Extremity Strength and Power, Functional Limitations, and Disability in Older Adults" [Puthoff ML, Nielsen DH. Phys Ther. 2007;87(October):1334-1347]
The Bottom Line on "Development of a Clinical Prediction Rule to Identify Patients With Knee Pain and Clinical Evidence of Knee Osteoarthritis Who Demonstrate a Favorable Short-Term Response to Hip Mobilization" [Currier LL, Froehlich PJ, Carow SD, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(September):1106-1119] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Effect of Task Practice Order on Motor Skill Learning in Adults With Parkinson Disease: A Pilot Study" [Lin CH, Sullivan KJ, Wu AD, Kantak S, Winstein CJ. Phys Ther. 2007;87(September):1120-1131] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Home-Based Physical Therapy Intervention With Adherence-Enhancing Strategies Versus Clinic-Based Management for Patients With Ankle Sprains" [Bassett SF, Prapavessis H. Phys Ther. 2007;87(September):1132-1143] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Gait Training Combining Partial Body-Weight Support, a Treadmill, and Functional Electrical Stimulation: Effects on Poststroke Gait" [Lindquist ARR, Prado CL, Barros RML, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(September):1144-1154] The Bottom Line Podcast
The Bottom Line on "Temporal and Spatial Gait Characteristics of Children With Hurler Syndrome After Umbilical Cord Blood Transplantation" [Dusing SC, Thorpe DE, Mercer VS, Rosenberg AE, Poe MD, Escolar ML. Phys Ther. 2007;87(August):978-985]
The Bottom Line on "Shoulder Muscle Recruitment Patterns During Commonly Used Rotator Cuff Exercises: An Electromyographic Study" [Dark A, Ginn KA, Halaki M. Phys Ther. 2007;87(August):1039-1046]
The Bottom Line on "Validation of the Clinical Internship Evaluation Tool" [Fitzgerald LM, Delitto A, Irrgang JJ. Phys Ther. 2007;87(July):844-860]
The Bottom Line on "Neuromuscular Training Versus Strength Training During First 6 Months After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Randomized Trial" [Risberg MA, Holm I, Myklebust C, Engebretsen L. Phys Ther. 2007;87(June):737-750]
The Bottom Line on "Use of Outpatient Physical Therapy Services by People With Musculoskeletal Conditions" [Carter SK, Rizzo JA. Phys Ther. 2007;87(May):497-512]
The Bottom Line on "Effect of Aerobic Training on Walking Capacity and Maximal Exercise Tolerance in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Crossover Controlled Study" [Rampello A, Franceschini M, Piepoli M, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(May):545-554]
The Bottom Line on "Sensory-Specific Balance Training in Older Adults: Effect on Position, Movement, and Velocity Sense at the Ankle" [Westlake KP, Wu Y, Culham EG. Phys Ther. 2007;87(May):560-568]
The Bottom Line on “Biomechanics of Submaximal Recumbent Cycling in Adolescents With and Without Cerebral Palsy” [Johnston TE, Barr AE, Lee SCK. Phys Ther. 2007;87(May):572-585]
The Bottom Line on “Communicating With Patients: What Happens in Practice?” [Roberts L, Bucksey SJ. Phys Ther. 2007;87(May):586-594]
The Bottom Line on "Effect of Neck Exercise on Sitting Posture in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain" [Falla D, Jull G, Russell T, Vicenzino B, Hodges P. Phys Ther. 2007;87(April):408-417]
The Bottom Line on "Effectiveness of Two Forms of Feedback on Training of a Joint Mobilization Skill by Using a Joint Translation Simulator" [Chang JY, Chang GL, Chang Chien CJ, Chung KC, Hsu AT. Phys Ther. 2007;87(April):418-430]
The Bottom Line on "Short-Term Effects of Thrust Versus Nonthrust Mobilization/Manipulation Directed at the Thoracic Spine in Patients With Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial" [Cleland JA, Glynn P, Whitman JM, Eberhart SL, MacDonald C, Childs JD. Phys Ther. 2007;87(April):431-440]
The Bottom Line on "Pattern of Lumbar Region Movement During Trunk Lateral Bending in 2 Subgroups of People With Low Back Pain" [Gombatto SP, Collins DR, Sahrmann SA, Engsberg JR, Van Dillen LR. Phys Ther. 2007;87(April):441-454]
The Bottom Line on "Ambulatory Physical Activity Performance in Youth With Cerebral Palsy and Youth Who Are Developing Typically" [Bjornson KF, Belza B, Katrin D, Logsdon R, McLaughlin JF. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):248-257]
The Bottom Line on "Determinants of Satisfaction With Community Reintegration in Older Adults With Chronic Stroke: Role of Balance Self-Efficacy" [Pang MYC, Eng JJ, Miller WC. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):282-291]
The Bottom Line on "Training-Induced Strength and Functional Adaptations After Hip Fracture" [Host HH, Sinacore DR, Bohnert KL, Steger-May K, Brown M, Binder EF. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):292-303]
The Bottom Line on "A Pilot Study of the Effects of High-Intensity Aerobic Exercise Versus Passive Interventions on Pain, Disability, Psychological Strain, and Serum Cortisol Concentrations in People With Chronic Low Back Pain" [Chatzitheodorou D, Kabitsis C, Malliou P, Mougios V. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):304-312]
The Bottom Line on "Arthrokinematics in a Subgroup of Patients Likely to Benefit From a Lumbar Stabilization Exercise Program" [Teyhen DS, Flynn TW, Childs JD, Abraham LD. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):313-325]
The Bottom Line on "Deficits in Surface Force Production During Seated Reaching in People After Stroke" [Reisman DS, Scholz JP. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):326-336]
The Bottom Line on "Hop Testing Provides a Reliable and Valid Outcome Measure During Rehabilitation After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction" [Reid A, Birmingham TB, Stratford PW, Alcock GK, Giffin JR. Phys Ther. 2007;87(March):337-349]
The Bottom Line on "Trunk Muscle Activation Patterns, Lumbar Compressive Forces, and Spine Stability When Using the Bodyblade" [Moreside JM, Vera-Garcia FJ, McGill SM. Phys Ther. 2007;87(February):153-163]
The Bottom Line on "Participant Perception of Recovery as Criterion to Establish Importance of Improvement for Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy Outcome Measures: A Preliminary Study" [Fritz SL, George SZ, Wolf SL, Light KE. Phys Ther. 2007;87(February):170-178]
The Bottom Line on "Development of Clinical Predication Rule for Guiding Treatment of a Subgroup of Patients With Neck Pain: Use of Thoracic Spine Manipulation, Exercise, and Patient Education" [Cleland JA, Childs JD, Fritz JM, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):9-23]
The Bottom Line on "Timed 'Up & Go' Test as a Predictor of Falls Within 6 Months After Hip Fracture Surgery" [Kristensen MT, Foss NB, Kehlet H. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):24-30]
The Bottom Line on "Aquatic Physical Therapy for Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis: Results of a Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial" [Hinman RS, Heywood SE, Day AR. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):32-43]
The Bottom Line on "Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation at Both High and Low Frequencies Reduces Primary Hyperalgesia in Rats With Joint Inflammation in a Time-Dependent Manner" [Vance CGT, Radhakrishnan R, Skyba DA, et al. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):44-51]
The Bottom Line on "Effect of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Ankle Swelling in the Early Period After Ankle Sprain" [Man IOW, Morrissey MC, Cywinski JK. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):53-65]
The Bottom Line on "Paretic Upper-Limb Strength Best Explains Arm Activity in People With Stroke" [Harris JE, Eng JJ. Phys Ther. 2007;87(January):88-97]
The Bottom Line on "Clinical Trial of Exercise for Shoulder Pain in Chronic Spinal Injury" [Nawoczenski DA, Ritter-Soronen JM, Wilson CM, et al. Phys Ther. 2006;86(December):1604-1618]
The Bottom Line on "Decision-Making Ability of Physical Therapists: Physical Therapy Intervention or Medical Referral" [Jette DU, Ardleigh K, Chandler K, McShea L. Phys Ther. 2006;86(December):1619-1629]
The Bottom Line on "Lengthening the Hamstring Muscles Without Stretching Using 'Awareness Through Movement'" [Stephens J, Davidson J, DeRosa J, et al. Phys Ther. 2006;86(December):1641-1650]
The Bottom Line on "Metabolic Costs and Muscle Activity Patterns During Robotic- and Therapist-Assisted Treadmill Walking in Individuals With Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury" [Israel JF, Campbell DD, Kahn JH, Hornby TG. Phys Ther. 2006;86(November):1466-1478]
The Bottom Line on "A Comparison of Physical Functional Performance and Strength in Women With Fibromyalgia, Age- and Weight-Matched Controls, and Older Women Who Are Healthy" [Panton LB, Kingsley JD, Toole T, et al. Phys Ther. 2006;86(November):1479-1488]
The Bottom Line on "Gait Characteristics of Elderly People With a History of Falls: A Dynamic Approach" [Barak Y, Wagenaar RC, Holt KG. Phys Ther. 2006;86(November):1501-1510]
The Bottom Line on "Muscle Impairments and Behavioral Factors Mediate Functional Limitations and Disability Following Stroke" [LeBrasseur NK, Sayers SP, Ouellette MM, and Fielding RA. Phys Ther. 2006;86(October):1342-1350]
The Bottom Line on "Effect of a Virtual Reality–Enhanced Exercise Protocol After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting" [Chuang TY, Sung WH, Chang HA, and Wang RY. Phys Ther. 2006;86(October):1369-1377]
The Bottom Line on "Community-Based Tai Chi and Its Effect on Injurious Falls, Balance, Gait, and Fear of Falling in Older People" [Lin MR, Hwang HF, Wang YW, Chang SH, and Wolf SL. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1189-1201]
The Bottom Line on "Identification of Intervention Categories for Physical Therapy, Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health: A Delphi Exercise" [Finger ME, Cieza A, Stoll J, Stucki G, and Huber EO. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1203–1220]
The Bottom Line on "Are Teaching Principles Associated With Improved Motor Performance in Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder? A Pilot Study" [Niemeijer AS, Schoemaker MM, and Smits-Engelsman BCM. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1221-1230]
The Bottom Line on "Pain, Fatigue, and Intensity of Practice in People With Stroke Who Are Receiving Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy" [Underwood J, Clark PC, Blanton S, Aycock DM, and Wolf SL. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1241-1250]
The Bottom Line on "Impact of Continuing Education Interventions on Clinical Outcomes of Patients With Neck Pain Who Received Physical Therapy" [Brennan GP, Fritz JM, and Hunter SJ. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1251-1262]
The Bottom Line on "Allometric Analysis of Physical Performance Measures in Older Adults" [Pua YH. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1263-1270]
The Bottom Line on "Effects of Physical Training on Functional Status in Patients With Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation" [Chiang LL, Wang LY, Wu CP, Wu HD, and Wu YT. Phys Ther. 2006;86(September):1271-1281]
The Bottom Line on "Shoulder Function and 3-Dimensional Scapular Kinematics in People With and Without Shoulder Impingement Syndrome" [McClure PW, Michener LA, and Karduna AR. Phys Ther. 2006;86(August):1075-1090]
The Bottom Line on "Can Low Back Loading During Lifting Be Reduced by Placing One Leg Beside the Object to Be Lifted?" [Bakker AJM, and van Dieën JH. Phys Ther. 2006;86(August):1091-1105]
The Bottom Line on "Reliability and Validity of Data for 2 Newly Developed Shuttle Run Tests in Children With Cerebral Palsy" [Verschuren O, Takken T, Ketelaar M, Gorter JW, and Helders PJM. Phys Ther. 2006;86(August):1107-1117]