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Is a Lycra sleeve an acceptable treatment for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke: Patients’, clinicians’ and family members’ perspectives (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., Jones, R., Easton, C., & Turton, A. (2017, November). Is a Lycra sleeve an acceptable treatment for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke: Patients’, clinicians’ and family members’ perspectives. Poster presented at UK Stroke Forum Conference, Liverpool ACC Centre, Liverpool, UK

Abstract Background: Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is a common post-stroke complication reported to occur in up to 81% of patients. It presents considerable challenges to the rehabilitation of the upper limb; impeding recovery of shoulder functi... Read More about Is a Lycra sleeve an acceptable treatment for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke: Patients’, clinicians’ and family members’ perspectives.

Effectiveness of Lycra sleeve for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study? (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., Gibson R, R., Greet, J., Mills, M., Rossall, F., & Whale, R. (2017, November). Effectiveness of Lycra sleeve for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study?. Poster presented at British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) conference - Poster Award, Manchester, England

Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is reported to occur in 81% of patients post stroke. Lycra sleeves provide a compressive and supportive effect, influencing neuromuscular activity in the underlying body segment. The primary aim of this preliminary stud... Read More about Effectiveness of Lycra sleeve for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study?.

Lycra arm sleeve for the management of glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., Greet, J., Rossall, F., Mills, M., Gibson, R., & Whales, R. (2017, October). Lycra arm sleeve for the management of glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study. Poster presented at British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) Conference, 2022, Manchester

Introduction: Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is reported to occur in 81% of patients post stroke. The aims of the study were to assess the effectiveness of Lycra sleeves on GHS and explore patients’ perceptions regarding the practicality of applying... Read More about Lycra arm sleeve for the management of glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study.

Investigating the effects of lycra arm sleeve on Acromion-greater tuberosity distance, muscle activity and Scapula position in people with stroke (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., Macleod, L., Mohan, P., Wheeler, C., & Wai Tse, G. (2017, October). Investigating the effects of lycra arm sleeve on Acromion-greater tuberosity distance, muscle activity and Scapula position in people with stroke. Poster presented at British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO), October 2017, Manchester

Abstract Introduction Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is reported in up to 81% of patients with stroke. Our previous studies found that a Lycra sleeve can reduce acromion-greater tuberosity distance (used for assessment of GHS) in people with chronic... Read More about Investigating the effects of lycra arm sleeve on Acromion-greater tuberosity distance, muscle activity and Scapula position in people with stroke.

Effects of Lycra sleeves on shoulder girdle: A study to inform management of glenohumeral subluxation in post-stroke hemiplegia (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., Desai, A., Elliot, L., Hamilton, F., & Dillon, Z. (2017, May). Effects of Lycra sleeves on shoulder girdle: A study to inform management of glenohumeral subluxation in post-stroke hemiplegia. Paper presented at European Federation for Research in Rehabilitation, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, Scotland

Introduction Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is reported in up to 81% of patients with stroke. Our previous feasibility study on people with chronic stroke (n=5) reported reduction in GHS following wearing of the Lycra sleeve. However, the mechanism... Read More about Effects of Lycra sleeves on shoulder girdle: A study to inform management of glenohumeral subluxation in post-stroke hemiplegia.

A UK-Wide online survey of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practice for the Management of Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain (HSP) (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., McCabe, C., Turton, A., Cramp, M., & Smith, M. (2017, May). A UK-Wide online survey of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practice for the Management of Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain (HSP). Paper presented at European Federation for Research in Rehabilitation, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, Scotland

Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) is a common complication of stroke that can lead to reduced quality of life. The primary aim of the present study was to identify how HSP is assessed, diagnosed and managed in routine clinical practice by physiotherapis... Read More about A UK-Wide online survey of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practice for the Management of Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain (HSP).

Group exercise class for people with chronic stroke: A service improvement programme (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., & Sheehy, R. (2017, May). Group exercise class for people with chronic stroke: A service improvement programme. Poster presented at European Federation for Research in Rehabilitation, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, Scotland

Introduction: Individuals with stroke are less physically active and have increased risk of secondary problems such as weakness, fear of falls, loss of confidence, social isolation and depression leading to increased disability. Group exercise classe... Read More about Group exercise class for people with chronic stroke: A service improvement programme.

Use of potable diagnostic ultrasound to inform treatment choices for hemiplegic shoulder pain in people with chronic stroke - A case series (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P., & Brouwers, J. (2017, May). Use of potable diagnostic ultrasound to inform treatment choices for hemiplegic shoulder pain in people with chronic stroke - A case series. Poster presented at 2nd Congress on Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair, Maastricht, The Netherlands

Background: Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) has a reported incidence of up to 84% of patients. HSP is multi-factorial in nature and interventions are very varied but are generally unsatisfactory. The objective of this case series study is to report fi... Read More about Use of potable diagnostic ultrasound to inform treatment choices for hemiplegic shoulder pain in people with chronic stroke - A case series.

Shoulder pain and subluxation in people with stroke: Where are we now and what's the future? (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Kumar, P. (2017, March). Shoulder pain and subluxation in people with stroke: Where are we now and what's the future?. Presented at ACPIN International Conference, London, England

Synopsis of Presentation: Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) and Gleno-humeral subluxation (GHS) are common secondary complications of stroke that can lead to functional limitations and reduced quality of life. The aim of this presentation is to shar... Read More about Shoulder pain and subluxation in people with stroke: Where are we now and what's the future?.