Early and anticipatory postural adjustments in healthy subjects under stable and unstable sitting conditions.

Clinicians frequently incorporate unstable sitting devices into training plans for improving proximal postural muscle control; however, the effect of unstable sitting conditions on postural adjustments during dynamic activities has not been fully explored. The aim of this study was to characterize early postural adjustments (EPAs) and anticipatory postural adjustments (APAs) under stable and unstable sitting conditions. Using a cross-sectional laboratory study design, 13 healthy college student volunteers used their dominant hand to reach forward and push a target under stable and unstable sitting conditions; subjects sat on an air-filled rubber cushion for the unstable condition.

Functional outcomes and quality of life after a 6-month early intervention program for oral cancer survivors: a single-arm clinical trial.

Background: Advanced treatment of oral cancer increases survival rates; however, it also increases the risk of developing shoulder dysfunction, dysphagia, oral dysfunction, donor site morbidity and psychological issues. This single-arm preliminary pilot study aims to explore the effects of a six-month early intervention program following reconstructive surgery in oral cancer survivors.

Methods: A total of 65 participants were analyzed following reconstructive surgery.