Advantages of Short-Segment Fusion in the Surgical Management of Thoracolumbar Traumatic Fractures: A Case Series and Review of the Literature.

Introduction: Spine trauma is a common pathology that frequently requires neurosurgical intervention. Few studies have examined short-segment, 360-degree stabilization of traumatic thoracolumbar fractures.

Methods: A retrospective review was completed of adult and pediatric patients who underwent surgical correction for thoracolumbar fractures between December 2011 and December 2021.

Simultaneous Aerobic Exercise and Memory Training Program in Older Adults with Subjective Memory Impairments.

Background: Several modifiable lifestyle factors have been shown to have potential beneficial effects in slowing cognitive decline. Two such factors that may affect cognitive performance and slow the progression of memory loss into dementia in older adults are cognitive training and physical activity. There are currently no effective treatments for dementia; therefore, preventative strategies to delay or prevent the onset of dementia are of critical importance.

Using Functional Status in the Acute Hospital to Predict Discharge Destination for Stroke Patients.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine whether functional status, as measured by the AcuteFIM instrument, can be used to predict discharge destination of stroke patients from the acute hospital setting.

Design: A retrospective cohort study was carried out in an urban academic medical center. Data were collected on 481 new-onset stroke patients 18 yrs or older in an acute hospital between January 1 and September 30, 2013.