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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?.

Assessment of the tibial tuberosity-trochlear groove distance in trochlear dysplasia- a new radiographic method (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Keehan, R., Gill, A., Smith, L. K., Ahmad, R., & Eldridge, J. (2017, September). Assessment of the tibial tuberosity-trochlear groove distance in trochlear dysplasia- a new radiographic method. Poster presented at BOA Annual Congress 2017, Liverpool, England

The tibial tuberosity - trochlea groove distance (TT-TG) is an important radiological measurement in the assessment of patellofemoral instability, and the planning of its surgical treatment. This poster describes the testing of a new method of radio... Read More about Assessment of the tibial tuberosity-trochlear groove distance in trochlear dysplasia- a new radiographic method.

Trans-Atlantic partnership working in developing a UK physician associate programme: Reflections and lessons learnt (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Lawrence, F., Hobbs, R., Stevens, A., & St. John-Matthews, J. (2017, September). Trans-Atlantic partnership working in developing a UK physician associate programme: Reflections and lessons learnt. Poster presented at HEA Networking in Healthcare Education, Cambridge, England

The Physician Associate profession is an emergent role in the modern UK healthcare system. There are currently 350 PAs working in the UK in a variety of medical fields across the primary and secondary care sectors. However the profession is set to... Read More about Trans-Atlantic partnership working in developing a UK physician associate programme: Reflections and lessons learnt.

Towards UK poSt Arthroplasty Follow-up rEcommendations: UK SAFE (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Czoski Murray, C., Kingsbury, S., Smith, L. K., Wright, J., Stone, M., & Conaghan, P. (2017, July). Towards UK poSt Arthroplasty Follow-up rEcommendations: UK SAFE. Poster presented at Health Services Research UK (HSRUK) Symposium 2017, Nottingham Conference Centre

In the current economic climate there is increasing pressure to identify cost-saving measures across the NHS. Our recent work suggests that many centres are curtailing primary hip and knee arthroplasty follow-up services to deal with the growing pres... Read More about Towards UK poSt Arthroplasty Follow-up rEcommendations: UK SAFE.

Stand up and be heard (fear of presentations/public speaking workshop) (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Grieve, R. (2017, July). Stand up and be heard (fear of presentations/public speaking workshop). Presented at HEA Annual Conference 2017: Generation TEF: Teaching in the spotlight, Manchester University, UK

The main aims and objectives of the Stand Up and Be Heard oral presentation are:  To provide an overview of the Stand Up and Be Heard Workshops that support teaching and learning related to fear of presentations/public speaking.  To review the... Read More about Stand up and be heard (fear of presentations/public speaking workshop).

The reliability of the scapula posture and scapula dyskinesis tests in rugby union players (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Singh, V. (2017, July). The reliability of the scapula posture and scapula dyskinesis tests in rugby union players. Poster presented at World Confederation for Physical Therapy Congress 2017, Cape Town, South Africa

Background: The scapula plays an integral role in shoulder function and there is evidence of an association between scapula dysfunction and shoulder pain in overhead athletes. In rugby, players' shoulders are subject to numerous impact forces that a... Read More about The reliability of the scapula posture and scapula dyskinesis tests in rugby union players.

Focus groups for co-design of robotic trousers for improving mobility in older people (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Turton, A., Manns, S., Hampshire, L., O'Conner, R., Helps, T., Rossiter, J., & Mure, B. (2017, June). Focus groups for co-design of robotic trousers for improving mobility in older people. Paper presented at Royal College of occupational Therapists Conference 2017, Birmingham ICC

Research purpose and aims By 2039 more than one in twelve of the population is projected to be aged 80 or over, bringing increased prevalence of immobility and reduced quality of life (ONS, 2015). Current assistive equipment for improving mobility c... Read More about Focus groups for co-design of robotic trousers for improving mobility in older people.

News of home-based reach-to-grasp training for people after stroke: A pilot randomised controlled trial (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Turton, A. (2017, June). News of home-based reach-to-grasp training for people after stroke: A pilot randomised controlled trial. Presented at Joining Forces, Exeter, England

This was an invited presentation to Joining Forces, the stroke conference for the South West of England. Its purpose was to summarize the results of the Reach to Grasp pilot trial and give news of progress towards a definitive trial

Specialist, generalist, neither or both. The modern CT radiographer (2017)
Presentation / Conference
St. John-Matthews, J. (2017, June). Specialist, generalist, neither or both. The modern CT radiographer. Presented at UK Radioogical and Radiation Oncology Conference, Manchester, England

What is specialism in radiography practice and where does CT scanning fall within this definition? What is the role of the CT radiographer in the imaging department of today? What place is there for the radiographer with specialist technical skills... Read More about Specialist, generalist, neither or both. The modern CT radiographer.

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?.