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Mielopatia espondilótica cervical – recuperação da função vesical após tratamen...

Functional Rehabilitation – a Fundamental Component of Treatment of Inflammator...

Inflammatory myopathies are systemic autoimmune diseases characterized by chronic muscle inflammation of unknown etiology. Clinically, there is reduced muscle strength and endurance. Its treatment is mainly pharmacological, including corticoids and imunossupressants. The intervention of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine intends to prevent complications, to optimize function, to promote autonomy in daily acti...

Knee overuse injuries in cyclists

In cyclists, overuse injuries are quite common; the knee is one of the most frequently affected anatomical sites. Knee overuse injuries can be caused by several factors and are sometimes associated with changes in mode, intensity or duration of training. Knee pain is the main clinical manifestation. In decreasing order of frequency and according to its location, knee pain can be classified as anterior, latera...

Predictors of weight change in cardiac rehabilitation patients

Background: Overweight and its consequences are associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity andmortality. Weight loss significantly contributes to improvement in overall cardiac risk factor profile both inprimary and secondary prevention of coronary heart disease.Objective: To identify predictors of weight change during a hospital-based phase II cardiac rehabilitation programin coronary patients.Methods:...

Psychosocial Characterization of a Portuguese Lower Limb Amputee Population

Objective: TThis study aims to describe psychosocial status in lower limb amputees referred to a Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) department of a central Portuguese Hospital. Methods: Cross-sectional study of 45 consecutive patients with lower limb amputation, referred to PMR consultation after hospital discharge. Of the initial sample, two patients were excluded from the analysis, and four patients r...