The Relationship Between Fatigue and Quality of Life in the Turkish Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

This study aimed to investigate the different effects of fatigue and health-related quality of life in the Turkish mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through comparisons with mothers of typically developing children, and to evaluate the relationship between different aspects of maternal fatigue, depression, and maternal health-related quality of life. The study included a total of 103 mothers, comprising 60 mothers of children with ASD and 43 mothers of typically developing children. The Nottingham Health Profile and Quality of Life in Autism Questionnaire-Parent Version were used to assess the health-related quality of life.

Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale for prediction of fall risk in multiple sclerosis.

Introduction: The Berg Balance Scale, possibly the most widely used balance-related measure, has gained popularity in clinical trials. It provides information about patients' balance-related abilities and can be used to assess improvement or worsening after rehabilitation. The aim of this study is to determine the cut-off value of the Berg Balance Scale for the fall risk in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).

BOBATH vs. TASK-ORIENTED TRAINING AFTER STROKE: An assessor-blind randomized controlled trial.

Objectives: To evaluate/compare the effects of the Bobath concept and task-oriented training on motor function, muscle thickness, balance, gait, and perception of goal achievement in patients with stroke.

Methods: Thirty-two patients were randomly divided into Bobath and task-oriented groups. Exercises were applied for one hour a day, three days a week, for eight weeks.

Reliability and validity of the incremental shuttle walk test in patients with fully ambulatory multiple sclerosis.

Background: Functional exercise capacity evaluation is crucial to monitor treatment effects and disease progression in people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS). Compared to other tests, the incremental shuttle walking test (ISWT), which more accurately reflects cardiovascular responses, may be more useful for assessing exercise capacity. The aim of the study is to investigate the reliability and validity of the ISWT.

The Effects of Trunk and Extremity Functions on Activities of Daily Living, Balance, and Gait in Stroke.

Objectives: The primary aim is to investigate the effect of the trunk, upper extremity, and lower extremity functions on activities of daily living (ADL), balance, and gait. The second aim is to investigate the effect of trunk position sense on trunk control.

Methods: Thirty-six patients with chronic stroke were included in the study.

Investigation of postural control and spatiotemporal parameters of gait during dual tasks in ataxic individuals.

Background: Concurrent cognitive and motor tasks in ataxic individuals cause functional limitations and negatively affect the independence of patients in daily life.

Objectives: This study aimed to examine the effects of dual task on postural control and spatiotemporal parameters of gait in ataxic individuals.

Methods: The study included 20 individuals with ataxia.

Effects of fatigue and kinesiophobia on functional capacity, physical activity and quality of life in Parkinson's disease.

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of fatigue and fatigue-related kinesiophobia on functional capacity, physical activity and quality of life in patients with Parkinson's disease. Twenty patients with Parkinson's disease were included in the study. The fatigue severity was assessed by the Fatigue Severity Scale, kinesiophobia by the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale, functional capacity with the Six-Minute Walk Test, and quality of life was evaluated by the Parkinson's Disease Questionnaire.

Electromyographic activity and kinematics of sit-to-stand in individuals with muscle disease.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare activation levels of rectus femoris, biceps femoris, tibialis anterior, and soleus muscles and biomechanical properties of individuals with muscle disease and healthy individuals during sit-to-stand.

Methods: Fifteen patients (11 muscular dystrophy, 4 myopathy) and 15 healthy individuals were included in the study. A Noraxon superficial electromyography device and high-speed cameras were used to evaluate muscle activations and biomechanical properties.

Is quality of life related to risk of falling, fear of falling, and functional status in patients with hip arthroplasty?

Objective: The aim of the study was to investigate the relation between health-related quality of life and risk of falling, fear of falling, and functional status in patients with hip arthroplasty.

Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 48 hips of 45 patients who aged between 33 and 79 (53.56 ± 12.

Functional range of motion in the upper extremity and trunk joints: Nine functional everyday tasks with inertial sensors.

Background: Functional range of motion is defined as the required range of motions for individuals to maintain maximal independence, along with optimal conditions for activities of daily living. Intervention plans for rehabilitation are directed towards the acquisition of anatomical range of motion. However, this isn't always possible based on person's etiology, prognosis, or severity of disease.

The relationship between trunk position sense and postural control in ataxic individuals.

Background: The proprioceptive system plays a role in the maintenance of postural control more than the visual and vestibular systems in ataxic patients with postural control disorders, but the relationship between trunk proprioception and postural control has not been sufficiently investigated yet. This relationship can provide a different perspective to the ataxia rehabilitation.

Research Question: This study aimed to examine the relationship between trunk position sense and postural control in ataxic individuals by comparing them to healthy individuals.

The use of Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) in the rehabilitation of ataxic patients.

The aim of this study was to formulate an exercise program according to GAS, an approach that reflects the patients' point of view and expectations and investigate the effects of this program in ataxia rehabilitation. This study was designed as an assessor-blinded, single-group trial, and 24 patients with cerebellar ataxia were included. Treatment goals, postural control, disease severity, and daily living activities were assessed pre- and post-treatment using the Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS), the Sensory Organization Test (SOT), the International Cooperative Ataxia Rating Scale (ICARS), and the Barthel Index (BI), respectively.