Non-invasive Intracranial Pressure Waveform Analysis in Chiari Malformation Type 1: A Pilot Trial.

Objective: This pilot study aimed to investigate the role of Posterior Fossa Decompression (PFD) on the intracranial pressure (ICP) waveform in patients with Chiari Malformation type 1 (CM1). It also sought to explore the relationship between symptom improvement and ICP waveform behavior.

Methods: This exploratory cohort study evaluated adult patients diagnosed with CM1.

Conservative rehabilitation for a patient presenting with severe orthostatic hypotension after surgical management of brainstem tumor: illustrative case.

Background: Blood pressure (BP) dysregulation is frequently observed in patients after surgical management of brainstem lesions; however, there has been no standard rehabilitation. Considering the conflicting risks for hypoperfusion and disuse syndrome in these patients, a safe and effective rehabilitative strategy is warranted.

Observations: A 50-year-old man who had undergone craniotomy for resection of a recurrent dorsal medullary epidermoid cyst developed persistent orthostatic hypotension.

Effect of Foot Reflexology Protocol on Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms in Nursing Students: a Pre-Post Pilot Study.

Background: Premenstrual syndrome is a highly prevalent cyclical disorder among women of childbearing age which interferes with daily activities, mood, and quality of life.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of a foot reflexology protocol on relieving premenstrual syndrome symptoms in nursing students.

Setting: Nursing School, São Paulo University, Brazil.