Does reformer pilates exercise improve cognitive functions in sedentary women? A randomized controlled study.

Background: The reformer is an apparatus on which to perform the foot work and the body in a comfortable, nonweight-bearing supine position and keeps the muscles in balance. The aim of this randomized controlled and single-center study was to investigate the effect of reformer Pilates exercises on cognitive functions in sedentary women.

Methods: A total of 44 sedentary women aged between 24 and 50 were randomized into two groups.

Upper extremity functions and physical activity in chronic maintenance hemodialysis patients: A case-control study.

Continuous hemodialysis (HD) treatment causes many complications in patients. The aim of this study is to evaluate the upper extremity functional capacity, physical activity level, and physical functions of patients receiving continuous HD treatment. Fifty HD patients and fifty healthy subjects were included in the study.

Balance and gait in individuals with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Background: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) causes various physical problems such as the increased risk of falling, loss of balance and coordination while standing or walking, susceptibility to injuries due to sensory loss.

Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the effects of neuropathic pain (NP) in individuals with DPN on balance and gait.

Methods: This prospective controlled study was conducted on 42 adults aged between 40-65 years.

Reliability and validity of the turkish translation of pedsqlTM multidimensional Fatigue scale in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Objective: To perform the Turkish translation, reliability, and validity study of the PedsQLTM-3.0 Multidimensional Fatigue Scale (PedsQL-MFS) in patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).

Methods: This prospective, cross-sectional, observational study was held in Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation between January 2016-August 2018.

Effect of insoles with arch support on gait pattern in patients with multiple sclerosis.

Objectives: This study aims to determine the effect of insoles with arch support on gait patterns in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) and somatosensory impairment.

Patients And Methods: Ten patients (7 females, 3 males; mean age 34.9±6.

Effects of Pilates and yoga in patients with chronic neck pain: A sonographic study.

Background: Various studies have shown the efficacy of conventional isometric, Pilates and yoga exercises. However, data on the effects and comparison of these specific exercises on the cervical muscle morphology are insufficient or lacking.

Objective: To investigate the effects of different exercise treatments on neck muscles in patients with chronic neck pain.

Comparison of pain, kinesiophobia and quality of life in patients with low back and neck pain.

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to compare patients with low back and neck pain with respect to kinesiophobia, pain, and quality of life. [Subjects and Methods] Three-hundred patients with low back (mean age 43.2±11 years) and 300 with neck pain (mean age 42.

Three different points of view in stroke rehabilitation: patient, caregiver, and physiotherapist.

Background: The similarities or differences of the three some (physiotherapists, patients, and caregivers) thought about the process of stroke rehabilitation can play a key role in the success of rehabilitation.

Objective: The aim of this qualitative study was to investigate the perspectives of the three some, with regard to the two themes of the study: (1) What are the problems faced by the patients after stroke?; and (2) What does recovery after stroke mean to you?

Methods: The qualitative questions and possible answers were prepared by four physiotherapists. The answers were matched to International Classification of Functioning (ICF) components.