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View article: Field Tests for Assessing Functional Capacity in Children with Chronic Lung Diseases Other than Asthma: A Scoping Review
Field Tests for Assessing Functional Capacity in Children with Chronic Lung Diseases Other than Asthma: A Scoping Review Open
Objective: To synthesize the available evidence on field tests used to assess functional capacity in children with CLDs other than asthma, such as cystic fibrosis (CF), and non-CF bronchiectasis (NCFB). Still, the application and reliabili…
View article: Development of a Website for E-Health Use for Children with Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases: A Delphi Expert Consensus Study
Development of a Website for E-Health Use for Children with Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases: A Delphi Expert Consensus Study Open
This study aimed to develop a website providing physiotherapy, exercise, and disease knowledge information as a digital tool for use with children with chronic suppurative lung diseases (CSLDs). Data were analyzed using a mixed qualitative…
View article: Field Tests for Assessing Functional Capacity in Children with Chronic Lung Diseases Other Than Asthma: A Scoping Review
Field Tests for Assessing Functional Capacity in Children with Chronic Lung Diseases Other Than Asthma: A Scoping Review Open
Objective: To synthesize the available evidence on field tests used to assess functional capacity in children with CLDs other than asthma, such as cystic fibrosis (CF), and non-CF bron-chiectasis (NCFB). Still, the application and reliabil…
View article: Development of a Website for e‐Health Use in Children with Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases: A Delphi Expert Consensus Study
Development of a Website for e‐Health Use in Children with Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases: A Delphi Expert Consensus Study Open
This study aimed to develop a website providing physiotherapy, exercise, and disease knowledge information as a digital tool for use in children with chronic suppurative lung diseases (CSLDs). Data were analyzed using a mixed qualitative a…
View article: The Social Aspect of Children and Adolescents with Chronic Respiratory Diseases
The Social Aspect of Children and Adolescents with Chronic Respiratory Diseases Open
Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) are common among children and adolescents. Asthma and cystic fibrosis are two main conditions that affect this population. Young patients face physical limitations due to structural and functional abnorm…
View article: Female Sexual Function and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training: A Narrative Review
Female Sexual Function and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training: A Narrative Review Open
Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a multifactorial condition affecting desire, arousal, orgasm, and satisfaction, with wide-ranging implications for women's physical and emotional well-being. Although prevalent, especially among postmenop…
View article: Effects of eHealth exercise on paediatric suppurative lung diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Effects of eHealth exercise on paediatric suppurative lung diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background Utilising information and communication technologies through eHealth in exercise programmes could support their delivery and improve clinical outcomes in children and adolescents with chronic suppurative lung diseases (CSLDs). T…
View article: The Effects of Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation on Female Sexual Function in Multiple Sclerosis Patients: A Narrative Review
The Effects of Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation on Female Sexual Function in Multiple Sclerosis Patients: A Narrative Review Open
Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is prevalent among women with multiple sclerosis (MS), leading to significant impairments in quality of life. Despite various available treatments, current approaches often fail to address the complex, multi…
View article: Challenges and Recommendations on Digital Health Sources in Pediatric Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases
Challenges and Recommendations on Digital Health Sources in Pediatric Chronic Suppurative Lung Diseases Open
In the context of digitalizing healthcare systems, digital health sources (DHSs) aim to enhance the efficiency, accessibility, and quality of healthcare services by leveraging technology. Multiple types of DHSs are increasingly established…
View article: Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Detrusor Overactivity in Multiple Sclerosis Patients: A Narrative Review
Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Detrusor Overactivity in Multiple Sclerosis Patients: A Narrative Review Open
Bladder dysfunction, particularly neurogenic detrusor overactivity (DO), poses a substantial challenge in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, detrimentally impacting their quality of life (QoL). Conventional therapies often fall short, neces…
View article: Effects of home-based remote rehabilitation on children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis and non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis: a systematic review protocol
Effects of home-based remote rehabilitation on children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis and non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis: a systematic review protocol Open
Background: Home-based remote rehabilitation combining the use of new technological tools is an alternative way of rehabilitation when traditional center-based programs are limited or are not feasible. This systematic review aims to invest…
View article: Supervised Pelvic Floor Muscle Training Improves Sexual Function and Diminishes Sexual Distress in Women with Relapsing–Remitting Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomised Controlled Study
Supervised Pelvic Floor Muscle Training Improves Sexual Function and Diminishes Sexual Distress in Women with Relapsing–Remitting Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomised Controlled Study Open
This study investigates the impact of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) on sexual function and distress in women with multiple sclerosis (MS), a prevalent chronic nervous system disorder associated with sexual dysfunction. This study’s p…
View article: Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Its Benefits for Multiple Sclerosis Patients Suffering From Urinary Incontinence and Sexual Dysfunction
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Its Benefits for Multiple Sclerosis Patients Suffering From Urinary Incontinence and Sexual Dysfunction Open
Several reports have been published during the last decade studying the effect of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in treating urinary incontinence and sexual dysfunction in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. The aim of the current study…
View article: Mobile health applications designed for self-management of chronic pulmonary diseases in children and adolescents: a systematic mapping review
Mobile health applications designed for self-management of chronic pulmonary diseases in children and adolescents: a systematic mapping review Open
Objective: Mobile health (mHealth) applications are scarce for children and adolescents with chronic pulmonary diseases (CPDs). This study aimed to map and describe the contents of the mHealth apps available for use in children and adolesc…
View article: Detecting technical factors that influence compliance to non-pharmacological treatment using mHealth technology in children with chronic pulmonary disease: a scoping review protocol
Detecting technical factors that influence compliance to non-pharmacological treatment using mHealth technology in children with chronic pulmonary disease: a scoping review protocol Open
Background: Optimal adherence to pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment in pediatric pulmonary diseases is crucial to address the increased morbidity levels. The purpose of this scoping review was to investigate…
View article: Practicalities for Exercise Prescription in Long-COVID-19 Rehabilitation. A Narrative Review
Practicalities for Exercise Prescription in Long-COVID-19 Rehabilitation. A Narrative Review Open
Many COVID-19 survivors worldwide suffer from persistent symptoms, impaired functional capacity and quality of life. Rehabilitation exercise interventions for the long-term physical consequences of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are c…