Comparison of gait variability and symmetry in trained individuals with transtibial and transfemoral limb loss.

Purpose: Gait variability is a determinant of qualified locomotion and is useful for monitoring the effects of therapeutic interventions. The aim of this study was to compare gait variability and symmetry in trained individuals with transtibial (TT) amputation and transfemoral (TF) amputation.

Methods: The design of this study was planned as observational.

Effects of arm swing on spatiotemporal characteristics of gait in unilateral transhumeral amputees.

Background: Gait is an autonomic process consisting of coordinated movements of the upper extremities, lower extremities, trunk and pelvis. However, researches regarding effects of upper extremity problems on gait parameters are limited.

Research Question: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of arm swing on spatiotemporal characteristics of gait in individuals with unilateral transhumeral amputations.

The effect of different foot orthoses on pain and health related quality of life in painful flexible flat foot: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Foot orthoses are widely used in conservative treatment of painful flexible flatfoot (PFFF) however research is limited to choose the best option in orthotic treatment.

Aim: We aimed to compare the effects of computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) and conventional insole types in comparison with sham insole, on pain and health related quality of life in patients with PFFF.

Design: Randomized controlled trial.

Associations among physical activity, comorbidity, functional capacity, peripheral muscle strength and depression in breast cancer survivors.

Physical inactivity may an important outcome in the prognosis of breast cancer. Physical activity levels decrease significantly for breast cancer patients following the treatment and remain low after oncology treatment is completed. The aim of this study was to determine physical activity levels and to examine associations among physical activity, comorbidity, functional capacity, peripheral muscle strength, and psychosocial status in breast cancer patients.

Do yoga and aerobic exercise training have impact on functional capacity, fatigue, peripheral muscle strength, and quality of life in breast cancer survivors?

Aim: The aim of the study was to compare the effects of aerobic exercise training and yoga on the functional capacity, peripheral muscle strength, quality of life (QOL), and fatigue in breast cancer survivors.

Material And Methods: A total of 52 patients with a diagnosis of breast cancer were included in the study. The patients were randomly assigned to 2 groups: aerobic exercise (n = 28) and yoga added to aerobic exercise (n = 24).

Footwear suitability in Turkish preschool-aged children.

Background: Unsuitable footwear worn in childhood may cause some foot problems by interfering normal development of foot.

Objectives: To compare footwear suitability rate of indoor and outdoor footwear at all points in preschool children and investigate factors which could affect footwear suitability.

Study Design: A cross-sectional survey study.

Reliability and construct validity of the Turkish version of the Trinity Amputation and Prosthetic Experience Scales (TAPES) in lower limb amputees.

Background: In Turkey there is no amputee-specific instrument to measure health-related quality of life in lower limb amputees.

Objectives: To evaluate the validity and reliability of a Turkish version of the Trinity Amputation and Prosthesis Experience Scales (TAPES).

Study Design: Outcome study to determine test-retest reliability and construct validity of the adapted Turkish version of the TAPES.

Functional outcome after prosthetic rehabilitation of children with acquired and congenital lower limb loss.

The purpose of this study was to compare the functional status of children with acquired and congenital lower limb loss after 3 weeks and 6 months of prosthetic rehabilitation. Forty-one children aged between 8 and 17 years participated in the study. The children underwent prosthetic fitting, prosthetic training and rehabilitation after physiotherapy evaluations.

Cross cultural adaptation and reliability of the Turkish version of Amputee Body Image Scale (ABIS).

Objectives: The Amputee Body Image Scale (ABIS) is a self assessed questionnaire with 20 items created to measure body image perception of amputees. The questions assess how an individual perceives and feels about his or her body experience. But no Turkish version is available.

Effectiveness of phantom exercises for phantom limb pain: a pilot study.

Objective: To investigate the effects of phantom limb exercises on phantom limb pain.

Methods: A total of 20 traumatic amputees participated in the study. Ten received phantom exercises and prosthetic training, and 10 were treated with routine prosthetic training and a general exercise programme.