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The purpose of this study was to investigate the new concept of aerobic exercises using an anti-gravity treadmill for rehabilitation after posterior lumbar internal fixation in elderly individuals. We investigated the case of a 77-year-old man who underwent an L2-4 posterior lumbar internal fixation. We assessed his isokinetic knee strength and low back pain status using the Oswestry disability index before and after the anti-gravity treadmill exercise program. The isokinetic knee strength progressively improved over time and recovered to its preoperative status. The Oswestry disability index also progressively improved. Aerobic exercises using an anti-gravity treadmill positively affect patients’ knee strength and ability to perform activities of daily living associated with back pain. Clinically, the new concept of aerobic exercises using an anti-gravity treadmill may be applied to patients after back surgeries for recovery of knee strength and ability to perform activities of daily living. However, more clinical studies are needed to support its application in patients after back surgeries.

목차

Abstract
 Ⅰ. Introduction
 Ⅱ. Case Description
  1. Participant and History
  2. Rehabilitation Program
  3. Evaluation of Outcomes
 Ⅲ. Results
  1. Isokinetic Knee Strength
  2. ODI
 Ⅳ. Discussion
 Ⅴ. Conclusion
 References

키워드

저자

• 조재진 [ Jae-jin Cho | 삼육대학교 물리치료학과 ]
• 이완희 [ Wan-hee Lee | 삼육대학교 물리치료학과 ] 교신저자

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간행물

표지보기 관심저널 등록

• 간행물명

  정형스포츠물리치료학회지 [Archives of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy]

• 간기

  반년간

• pISSN

  1738-5946

• 수록기간

  2005~2025

• 등재여부

  KCI 등재

• 십진분류

  KDC 517 DDC 613