Browse the latest research summaries in the field of research methodology & design for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • March 1, 2022
This qualitative study investigated the sexual experiences of individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) and their partners, revealing significant challenges and coping mechanisms. Key findings include...
KEY FINDING: The initial reactions to SCI differ between men and women, with men primarily concerned about erectile function and women focusing on fears of abandonment and loneliness.
Spinal Cord, 2021 • September 1, 2021
This study demonstrates how prospective cohort data can be used to optimize the design of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), using a neuro-urology trial (TASCI) as a case study. Simulations based on...
KEY FINDING: The recruitment target of 114 patients is obtainable within the originally envisioned three-year time period under the most favorable recruitment scenario examined.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • July 1, 2022
This study validated the WHOQOL Scales (WHOQOL-BREF and WHOQOL-DIS module) for people with spinal cord injury in Mainland China. The results showed that the WHOQOL Scales are reliable and valid for me...
KEY FINDING: The WHOQOL Scales are valid and reliable for measuring QOL in people with SCI in Mainland China.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • July 1, 2022
This pilot study aimed to develop a trunk control device for individuals with spinal cord injuries, focusing on improving functional reach and pressure relief. The study employed a user-centered desig...
KEY FINDING: The trunk control device increased bimanual workspace by 311% in one participant.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2021 • January 1, 2021
The study evaluated associations between patient characteristics, inpatient rehabilitation treatment, and outcomes at 5-years post-injury for a cohort of SCIRehab patients. Patient characteristics con...
KEY FINDING: Patient characteristics were strong predictors of outcomes 5-years post-injury, although several therapeutic variables added to the predictability of some of the outcomes.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2023 • January 1, 2023
This meta-analysis aimed to clarify risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). The study identified nine risk factors for VTE in SCI patients: middle and ...
KEY FINDING: Middle- and old-age is a significant risk factor for VTE in SCI patients.
Dev Dyn, 2022 • June 1, 2022
This paper addresses the critical need for standardized gene and transgenic nomenclature in axolotl research. Recent advancements in genetic and molecular tools have greatly accelerated work with axol...
KEY FINDING: The paper proposes a set of guidelines for gene and transgenic nomenclature in the axolotl, covering species symbols, gene/mRNA/cDNA, protein naming, paralogs/orthologs, novel genes, transcript variants, non-coding transcripts, and mitochondrial genes.
J Med Case Reports, 2021 • May 10, 2021
This case report describes a 70-year-old man with ankylosing spondylitis who presented with severe intercostal neuralgia, initially misdiagnosed as herpes zoster. Further investigation revealed an atr...
KEY FINDING: Severe intercostal neuralgia can be an early symptom of atraumatic spinal fractures in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.
Spinal Cord, 2022 • June 9, 2021
The study introduces a taxonomy for standardized documentation of non-SCI-related conditions within the ISNCSCI framework. This involves using an asterisk (“*”) to tag not-normal sensory or motor scor...
KEY FINDING: The extended “*”-tag concept allows for consistent documentation, scoring, and classification of sensory and motor examination results impacted by non-SCI conditions.
Trials, 2021 • June 1, 2021
The study describes the development of word clouds based on the lived experiences of individuals with DCM, covering diagnosis, treatment, long-term management, and other aspects. These word clouds are...
KEY FINDING: The study found that it is possible to work with individuals with DCM to create word clouds for the AO Spine RECODE-DCM study.