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  2. 1. Feasibility and efficacy of incorporating an exoskeleton in gait training during subacute stroke rehabilitation

    Author : Anneli Wall; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Introduction: Hemiparesis is the most common acute manifestation of stroke and often has a strong negative impact on walking ability leaving one third of patients dependent in walking activities outside one’s home. Improved methods for training of gait during stroke rehabilitation could tackle the challenge of achieving independent walking and promote better outcomes. READ MORE

  4. 2. Deep tissue massage therapy and/or strengthening and stretching exercises for disabling subacute or chronic neck pain : a randomized controlled trial

    Author : Oscar Javier Pico Espinosa; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Neck pain is a common condition responsible for a significant amount of disability worldwide. Various treatment modalities are used to manage neck pain, but evidence supporting their use is scarce, conflicting or of low quality. READ MORE

  5. 3. Biochemical and pharmacological studies of transmethylation mechanisms in the central nervous system

    Author : Mohammed Saleh Yassin; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Neurosciences; clioquinol; dementia; L-methionine S-adenosyltransferase; Parkinson s disease; S-adenosylhomocysteine; S-adenosylmethionine; schizophrenia; subacute myelo-optic neuropathy SMON ; vitamin B12 cyanocobalamin andneuroleptics; Neurovetenskap; Neurology; Neurologi; medicinsk farmakologi; Medical Pharmacology;

    Abstract : Transmethylation is a biochemical process that involves the transfer of a methyl group from a donor to an acceptor compound. Transmethylation reactions are involved in the biosynthesis of nucleic acids, proteins,phospholipids and catecholamines and are therefore essential for the survival of all living organisms. READ MORE

  6. 4. Physiotherapy in primary care for working-age patients with early back and neck pain. Screening tools, interventions and outcomes

    Author : Malin Forsbrand; Lund Ortopedi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; back pain; neck pain; primary care; STarT Back Tool; validity; health-related quality of life; function; work ability; workplace intervention; physiotherapy interventions;

    Abstract : Patients with back and neck pain are frequently seen in primary care, where they are directed to physiotherapy as first-line treatment. The condition affects both the individual, by causing pain and disability, and society, because of high costs caused by work disability and health care consumption. READ MORE

  7. 5. Emergency presentation of colon cancer

    Author : Hanna Gunnarsson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : colon cancer;

    Abstract : Colon cancer is the second most common form of non-skin cancer in Sweden for men and women respectively. Up to one fourth of all colon cancer cases are reported to present as emergencies, which is associated with a higher postoperative mortality and a lower 5 year survival, and affects the total survival in the colon cancer group. READ MORE