Objective To summarize the application progress of surface electromyography (sEMG) and surface electromygraphic biofeedback (sEMGBF) in low back pain (LBP). Methods The related literature about the application of sEMG and sEMGBF in diagnosis and therapy of LBP was summarized and analyzed. Results As a auxiliary diagnostic technique, lumbar muscle fatigue, lumbar muscle activity disorder, flexion-relaxation phenomenon, and asymmetry of the paravertebral muscle electromygraphic activity were found in patients with LBP by sEMG. For treatment, sEMG combined with sEMGBF technology to form sEMGBF training. sEMGBF training include sEMGBF training and sEMGBF stretching exercise. sEMGBF training can improve lumbar muscle activity disorder, recover muscle function, and relieve back pain. Conclusion sEMG can monitor the electromyographic signal and sEMGBF biofeedback information can relax or strengthen the muscle. It is very meaningful for diagnosis and therapy of LBP.
Objective To investigate the current status of fear of disease progression and sleep quality among laryngeal cancer patients, and analyze the correlation between them. Methods Laryngeal cancer patients who were hospitalized in West China Hospital of Sichuan University between March 2021 and February 2022 were selected for this cross-sectional survey. Sociodemographic and disease-related data questionnaires, Chinese version of Fear of Progression Questionaire Short Form, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Scale were used to investigate the laryngeal cancer patients who met the inclusion criteria, and the correlation between fear of disease progression and PSQI score in laryngeal cancer patients was analyzed by Spearman correlation analysis. Multiple linear stepwise regression analysis was used to analyze the effects of sociodemographic and disease-related characteristics on the total score of fear of disease progression in laryngeal cancer patients, and the effects of sociodemographic, disease-related characteristics and total score of fear of disease progression on the total score of PSQI of laryngeal cancer patients. Scores were expressed as median (lower quartile, upper quartile). Results A total of 312 copies of questionnaires were distributed and 309 valid copies were recovered, with an effective recovery rate of 99.0%. The total score of fear of disease progression in the laryngeal cancer patients was 22.00 (16.00, 30.00), including 12.00 (8.00, 17.00) in physiological health dimension, and 10.00 (7.00, 14.00) in social and family dimension. The total score of PSQI was 5.00 (3.00, 8.50). The correlations of the physiological health dimension score, the social and family dimension score, and the total score of fear of disease progression with the total score of PSQI in laryngeal cancer patients were positive with statistical significance (rs=0.294, P<0.001; rs=0.234, P<0.001; rs=0.287, P<0.001). Multiple linear stepwise regression analyses showed that the total score of fear of disease progression in laryngeal cancer patients was affected by the stage of disease, occupation, primary caregiver and treatment plan (P<0.05), and the total score of PSQI of laryngeal cancer patients was affected by level of education, treatment plan and the total score of fear of disease progression (P<0.05). Conclusions The fear of disease progression in laryngeal cancer patients has a significant negative correlation with the sleep quality. Meanwhile, alleviating the level of fear of disease progression may improve sleep quality.
Objective To summarize the optimal evidence for improving the management of chronic wounds exudate, so as to provide evidence-based references for medical professionals, therapists, patients, and their caregivers. Methods PubMed, Wanfang, CNKI, Medlive, UpToDate, etc., were searched by computer for literature about chronic trauma exudate management. The retrieval time limit was from 1998 to 2023. Two researchers trained in evidence-based practice evaluated the quality of the included literature and finally extracted evidence from the literature that met the quality evaluation criteria. Results A total of 11 articles were included, including 2 expert consensuses, 7 systematic reviews, 1 randomized controlled trial, and 1 guideline, covering 7 aspects of the assessment of the nature of chronic wounds exudate, selection of exudate assessment tools, management of antimicrobial concerns, selection and application of wound dressings, negative pressure wound drainage therapy, wound drainage bags, and affected limb elevation or compression therapy for patients with venous leg ulcers. A total of 13 best evidences were extracted. Conclusions When applying evidence, medical professionals should fully evaluate and combine the individual circumstances of the patient, make full use of existing resources, new treatment concepts and technologies, and carry out comprehensive integrated management. This can optimize the management of chronic wounds exudate and improve the quality of life of patients.
In recent years, the rapid development of information and communication technology, big data, and artificial intelligence has provided technical support for exploring new medical methods, leading to the emergence of digital therapeutics (DTx). At present, the application of DTx in orthopedics is still in the preliminary exploration stage. Therefore, based on the authors’ experience of applying DTx, this article summarizes the definition and formation process of DTx, as well as the relationship among digital health, digital medicine, and DTx, evaluates the working principles and application effects of existing orthopedic related DTx products, analyzes their shortcomings in the application process, and looks forward to their future development trends, aiming to lay a foundation for the comprehensive development and application of DTx in orthopedics.
Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) has been carried out in many surgical fields such as orthopedics, galactophore, cardiothoracic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and obstetrics due to its standardized perioperative management process to reduce surgical stress and reduce surgical complications. After more than a decade of development, ERAS has achieved initial results. However, in China, the development of ERAS in orthopedic is still in its infancy. Most of the researches focus on the multidisciplinary management path of perioperative period. How to break through the existing bottlenecks is the key to accelerate the further development of rehabilitation. Therefore, this paper introduces the origin and development of ERAS, analyzes the challenges and opportunities of orthopedic ERAS in clinical advancement, proposes the important measures to promote the accelerated development of orthopedics, and provides new ideas for promoting the in-depth development of orthopedics accelerated rehabilitation.
In recent years, the widespread use of medical devices has led to the increasing frequency of device related pressure injuries (DRPI), which seriously affects the quality of life of patients and increases the burden on the healthcare system. The management model of DRPI has become an effective means of coping. This article reviews the application status of the care bundles model, SSKIN clinical management model, SECURE clinical management model in the prevention of DRPI. According to the characteristics of different management models, the key steps of implementation are given, aiming to provide a reference for exploring the prevention and management model of DRPI suitable for China’s national conditions.
Objective To explore the postoperative satisfaction of patients with lumbar disc herniation after enhanced recovery after surgery and its related factors. Methods A total of 102 patients with lumbar disc herniation were selected and analyzed by convenient sampling method from September 2016 to June 2017. The patients’ general information, functional status [using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) to investigate the preoperative, postoperative and post-discharge ODI] and patients’ satisfaction (1 month after the discharge) were collected. Results A total of 102 patients, including 62 males and 40 females, aged from 14 to 82 years with an average of (43.8±14.4) years were included in the study.The mean length of hospital stay was (6.61±2.49) days. The total score of patients’ satisfaction was 62.43±6.37, and the satisfaction degree was at the middle and high level. Postoperative and post-discharge ODIs were associated with patients’ satisfaction (rs=0.328, 0.452; P<0.05). Conclusions The postoperative satisfaction of patients with lumbar disc herniation after enhanced recovery after surgery should be further improved. The medical staff should pay attention to the recovery of postoperative function in order to improve the patients’ satisfaction.
Objective To identify the prevalence and related factors of emotional disorder of inpatients in Department of Spinal Surgery . Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2015 to April 2016 to screen 300 patients undergoing spinal surgery. Huaxi Emotional-distress Index was used to assess the emotional status of the patients, and a self-designed general condition questionnaire was used to evaluate the demographic data. Results The prevalence of emotional disorder of patients in Department of Spinal Surgery was 14.3%. Anxiety was the main type of emotional disorder. Logistic regression analysis showed that the education level and pathogeny were the main factors of emotional disorder. Conclusions In Department of Spinal Surgery, the inpatients’ psychological status is poor, and anxiety is the main emotional disorder. Emotional disorder is related to education level and pathogeny. Timely psychological treatment should be used in order to comprehensively improve the level of recovery of the inpatients.
ObjectiveTo assess the effect of prolonged oxygen inhalation after total hip arthroplasty (THA) on early postoperative rehabilitation in elderly patients.MethodsPatients who underwent primary unilateral THA from June to December 2018 were divided into a conventional oxygen inhalation group (control group) and a prolonged oxygen inhalation group (trial group) according to a random number table. The control group received oxygen inhalation via a single nasal catheter from their return to the ward after surgery until 08:00 a.m. on the first day postoperatively. In addition to routine oxygen inhalation, the trial group received oxygen inhalation during the rehabilitation exercise in bed and before half an hour of floor activities on the first and second day after operation. Oxygen saturation, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, pain, fatigue score, hip mobility and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) scores were recorded and analyzed at 24 and 48 hours after surgery.ResultsA total of 60 patients were included finally, 30 patients in each group. At 24 and 48 h after surgery, the differences were statistically significant in the respiratory rate [(20.30±1.20) vs. (21.40±1.04) breaths per minute, (18.87±1.14) vs. (22.03±0.85) breaths per minute], oxygen saturation [(94.70±2.34)% vs. (90.60±0.73)%, (96.40±1.81)% vs. (91.20±0.85)%］, abduction angles of hip joint [(33.50±5.44) vs. (29.31±5.30)°, (38.67±2.60) vs. (33.00±4.84)°], pain scores (3.03±1.27 vs. 5.07±1.14, 1.43±0.97 vs. 3.60±1.13) and fatigue scores (4.17±1.34 vs. 8.20±0.61, 3.23±1.38 vs. 7.43±1.19) between the trial group and control group (P<0.05). PSQI scores (2.20±0.76 vs. 3.97±0.76) on the first day after surgery, and hip flexion [(105.17±4.82) vs. (99.50±2.40)°] , heart rate [(72.86± 6.38) vs. (79.40±3.97) beats per minute], diastolic blood pressure [(71.43±10.24）vs. (77.57±4.59) mm Hg (1 mm Hg=0.133 kPa)] at 48 h after surgery in the trial group were better than the those in control group (P<0.05).ConclusionCompared with conventional oxygen inhalation, prolonged oxygen inhalation after THA in elderly patients can improve postoperative pain, fatigue, sleep and hip function.
Recently, with the development of technology, the 5th generation mobile communication technology (5G) is developing day by day. Mobile medical industry has a huge market in our country. As a strategic emerging industry in China, 5G will focus on the medical care industry, enhance the service quality of medical care, enable innovative applications and services, and make the medical industry more digital, networked and intelligent. 5G has an epoch-making significance for improving the quality of health monitoring and self-care ability, and promoting medical care development. Therefore, this paper introduces the definition, advantages, and significance of 5G and its application status in medical care, in order to lay a foundation for promoting the deep integration of 5G and medical care.