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In the digital age, authentication is essential for accessing the web and mobile platforms, yet many mechanisms still overlook the accessibility challenges faced by people with disabilities. In this work, a systematic li...

OBJECTIVE: Permanent anatomic and functional medical disorders affect activities of daily living and cause loss of labour force. Disability rates are determined according to the severity of these problems. In this study,...

Abstract Background Low back pain and temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) have a coexistence in clinical practice. To find the effect of temporomandibular exercises (TME) along with conventional physiotherapy in patient...

Abstract Background Persons with physical disabilities often experience limited opportunities for psychological well-being, as support services tend to prioritize medical rehabilitation over strengths-based approaches. A...

Este artículo expone una etnografía educativa llevada a cabo en una escuela situada en un barrio multicultural de Barcelona, cuyo propósito es examinar los factores locales que contribuyen a la representación desprop...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading global cause of maternal mortality and morbidity. This study utilizes global burden of disease (GBD) data to assess its long‐term trends in incidenc...

IntroductionThe aim of the study is to investigate the association between fatigue, cognitive impairment, and overall QoL in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).MethodsFifty-one patients with MS with a confirmed dia...

Abstract Purpose Eating disorders (EDs) among women of childbearing age (WCBA; defined by the World Health Organization as women aged 15–49 years) have emerged as a significant public health concern on a global scale. ...

Effect of training on tooth brushing using Individual Educational Programme (IEP) approach to increase of oral hygiene status in children of moderate intellectual disability (ID). Children with Intellectual Disability (I...

ABSTRACT Background University students are susceptible to low back pain (LBP) because of their predisposition to various factors that have been previously linked to the increased risk of LBP among other populations. The...

Cervical radiculopathy is a common condition that typically occurs as a result of nerve root or roots compression and inflammation in the region of the neural foramen. The encroachment normally causes neck and radiating ...

Background: Clinical education is central to physiotherapy training, yet many students enter their first placements with limited experience in holistic clinical reasoning. The International Classification of Functioning...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Decubitus ulcers represent a significant public health challenge in China, yet their disease burden remains understudied in the peer‐reviewed literature. This study aims to fill this critic...

The process of adapting to a physical disability is complex and multi-dimensional. It is influenced by many variables that affect adequate life adjustment and psychological wellbeing. This study addresses the specific ef...

IntroductionMultiple sclerosis (MS) shows marked female predominance, particularly among women of childbearing age (WCBA, 15–49 years), yet their specific disease burden remains under characterized. Using Global Burden...

Abstract Introduction Adhesive capsulitis (AC), well-known as frozen shoulder, is characterized by restricted shoulder motility that affects daily activities. The prime of this study was to compare the long-term efficacy...

Carla S Enriquez,1– 3 Alka Bishnoi,1 Musola N Oniyide,4 Katherine L Jennings,1 Roger Luo5,6 1Department of Physical Therapy, Kean University, Union, NJ, USA; 2Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Johns H...

Background and ObjectiveDifferentiating neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) from multiple sclerosis (MS) is clinically difficult, especially when patients are seronegative for anti–aquaporin-4 immunoglobulin...

ABSTRACT: Background: Lip and oral cavity cancer (LOCC) remains a significant issue in Europe, with an uneven public health burden. While trends have shifted, regional and sex-specific disparities persist due to modifia...

Background: Low birth weight (LBW) is a major public health concern in Lesotho, linked to higher infant mortality, long-term morbidity and intergenerational poverty. Despite expanded maternal and child health services, ...

For people with disabilities or walking difficulties in the limbs or trunk that interfere with driving a vehicle, the Japanese Road Traffic Law requires the installation of auxiliary equipment according to the degree of ...

Introduction:Orthopedic and musculoskeletal pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and many patients continue to experience suboptimal relief despite advances in pharmacological and physical therapies. Magnetic...

Abstract BackgroundPeripheral facial nerve palsy is a debilitating condition that may necessitate surgical intervention. Although motor rehabilitation is considered essential, the most effective approach has ...

Abstract Background There are approximately 1 billion people in the world with some form of disability. This corresponds to approximately 15% of the world's population (World Report on Disability, 2011). The majority of ...