Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Arabic Version of the Prolapse Quality of Life Questionnaire in the United Arab Emirates.

Background: Given the extensive translation of the Prolapse Quality of Life Questionnaire (P-QoL) into many languages, it is imperative to develop an Arabic version to facilitate the study of pelvic organ health within the Arabian culture.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate, cross-culturally adapt, and validate the Arabic version of the P-QoL.

Study Design: This study involved cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric testing.

A national survey in United Arab Emirates on practice of passive range of motion by physiotherapists in intensive care unit.

Background: Patients admitted to intensive care units (ICU) are at an increased risk of developing immobility related complications. Physiotherapists are challenged to employ preventive and rehabilitative strategies to combat these effects. Passive limb range of motion (PROM) exercises- a part of early mobilization-aid in maintaining joint range of motion and functional muscle strength and forms a part of treatment for patients in ICU.