Helen Kaiser in the Helen L. Kaiser Library. The plaque text reads: "This library has been designated the Helen L. Kaiser Library by the Board of Trustees of Duke University in honor of Helen Louise Kaiser, R.P.T. for her dedicated service to the...
The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to compile the available evidence of the Active Compression test, evaluate its diagnostic accuracy, and determine likelihood ratios and pre/post-test probabilities.
The aim of this systematic review is to report on benefits and risks of exercise in a pediatric population with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The lack of conclusive evidence and the changing natural history necessitates an updated review to...
Determine if postural restrictions following canalith repositioning manuevers (CRM) are necessary for patients diagnosed and treated for Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Complete an updated, comprehensive systematic review and...
To identify scales used to classify PB in order to investigate literature that addresses clinimetric properties of scales previously identified to provide a valuable resource for clinicians containing recommendations for use of these tools in...
To review available literature and grade evidence of student learning outcomes when taught through cadaveric dissection versus other educational strategies.
To investigate burnout and its correlation to and effect on the psychological, professional, empathetic, and academic acuity of graduate healthcare students.
The purpose of this study is to complete a systematic review of the current literature concerning how training load effects injury rates in an atheletic, adult population.
The objective of this review is to use Andersen’s Behavioral Model of Health Service Utilization (HSU) as a conceptual framework to identify the predisposing, enabling, and need factors associated with choice of health care provider for back...
To conduct a systematic review of the literature, with meta-analysis, on the change in PA after THA or TKA surgery and evaluate other factors such as pain levels, physical function and
quality of life that contribute to participation in PA.
To compare the outcomes and costs associated with post hip fracture patient rehab in IRF, SNF, and Home Health in order to establish appropriate guidelines for providers and payers.
Investigate the harms and benefits of oral opioids for low back pain compared to placebo and other interventions. To assess the quality of literature regarding opioid use for low back pain.
Update on effectiveness of Spine Thrust Manipulation (STM) for LBP treatment as afollow-up study to the systematic review authored by Kuczynski et al.(2012)
To synthesize literature about the impact of early PT for acute Low back pain (LBP) on subsequent health services utilization (HSU), compared to delayed PT or usual care
Expand upon a systematic review performed by Neto et al in 2010. Create guidelines for clinical decision making regarding LE orthotic intervention for children with spastic CP.
To analyze the efficacy and quality of non-invasive brain stimulation
intervention studies for CPSP in the chronic stroke population (> 6
months post stroke).