Publications by authors named "A R Cools"

Background: Reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) aims to restore function in patients with rotator cuff failure and joint arthropathy. After surgery, patients are routinely referred to a rehabilitation specialist to regain range of motion, strength, and function. A key element in these programs is active exercises.

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Context: Sport-specific adaptations in shoulder rotation range of motion (ROM) and the relationship with humeral torsion have been described in overhead-throwing sports. However, information is lacking for other shoulder-loading sports such as field hockey. Therefore, this study's purpose was to evaluate humeral torsion in elite, male field hockey players and explore its association with shoulder ROM.

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Article Synopsis
  • Daily activities involving upper limb movement require attention and multitasking, which can be explored through dual-task interference (DTi), focusing on how it affects proprioception, an important aspect of motor control.* -
  • The study aimed to assess the impact of DTi on conscious upper limb proprioception during active joint repositioning tasks (AJRT) by having 42 participants perform tasks under different conditions: single task, dual-cognitive (serial subtractions), and dual-motor (non-dominant hand movements).* -
  • Results indicated that during dual-cognitive tasks, proprioceptive error (PE) increased, while dual-motor tasks generally improved PE; significant differences were found between cognitive and motor conditions, highlighting the effects
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We aimed to develop a consensus-based rehabilitation guideline specifically designed to reduce apprehension following arthroscopic Bankart repair after traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation. Delphi-based consensus. A comprehensive list of interventions for potential inclusion in a postoperative rehabilitation guideline was developed.

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