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Volume 49(1); February 2025

Letters to the Editor

Pain & Musculoskeletal rehabilitation

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Original Articles

Brain disorders

Validation of Korean Version of the Oxford Cognitive Screen (K-OCS), a Post Stroke-Specific Cognitive Screening Tool
Eunyoung Cho, Sungwon Choi, Nele Demeyere, Rina Kim, Ikhyun Lim, MinYoung Kim
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):5-14.   Published online February 13, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240099
Objective
To establish and evaluate the validity of the recently developed Korean version of the Oxford Cognitive Screen (K-OCS), this study verified its reliability, validity, and diagnostic accuracy.
Methods
Between November 2021 and December 2023, we recruited 72 patients with stroke from our hospital who agreed to participate in the study. The patients were repeatedly tested using K-OCS by the same or different assessors to estimate inter- and intra-rater reliability. To demonstrate the validity and usability of K-OCS, the test results of screening tools currently used in clinical practice, including the Korean-Mini Mental State Examination and the Korean version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, were used in comparison analyses.
Results
The subtests of K-OCS demonstrated excellent inter-rater reliability (intra-class correlation coefficient [ICC]=0.914–0.998) and test–retest reliability (ICC=0.913–0.994). We found moderate-to-strong correlations for convergent validity for the subsets (r=0.378– 0.979, p<0.01), and low-to-moderate discriminant validity correlations. The optimal cut-offs estimated for the subtests of the K-OCS showed a good-to-high range of specificity (94.8%– 100%). The positive predictive value was 58.2%–100% and negative predictive value was 65.6%–98.4%. Sensitivity was estimated at 25.6%–86.9%.
Conclusion
The results of this study indicate that K-OCS is a reliable and valid tool for screening cognitive impairment in patients post-stroke.
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Brain disorders

Associations Between Stroke Outcome Assessments and Automated Tractography Fractional Anisotropy Incorporating Age
Midori Mochizuki, Yuki Uchiyama, Kazuhisa Domen, Tetsuo Koyama
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):15-22.   Published online February 13, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240073
Objective
To evaluate the association between outcomes, including affected extremity functions and activities of daily living (ADL), and fractional anisotropy (FA) derived from automated tractography incorporating age among patients after stroke.
Methods
This study enrolled stroke patients, and diffusion-tensor imaging was conducted during the second week. Standardized automated tractography was utilized to compute FA values in the corticospinal tract (CST), the inferior fronto-occipital fasciculus (IFOF), and the superior longitudinal fasciculus (SLF). Outcome evaluations were performed at discharge from our affiliated rehabilitation facility. Extremity functions were assessed using the total scores of the motor component of the Stroke Impairment Assessment Set (SIAS-motor). Independence levels in ADL were appraised through the motor and cognition components of the Functional Independence Measure (FIM). For each outcome measure, multivariate regression analysis incorporated the FA values of the CST, the IFOF, and the SLF, along with age.
Results
Forty-two patients were enrolled in the final analytical database. Among the four explanatory variables, the CST emerged as the most influential factor for SIAS-motor scores. Conversely, age proved to be the primary determinant for both the motor and cognition components of FIM, surpassing the impact of FA metrics, including the CST and the IFOF.
Conclusion
The key influencing factors exhibited significant variations based on the targeted outcome assessments. Clinicians should be aware of these differences when utilizing neuroimaging techniques to predict stroke outcomes.
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Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Correlation of Sit-to-Stand Test and 6-Minute Walk Test to Illustrate Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Systolic Heart Failure Patients
Ivan Triangto, Aulia Syavitri Dhamayanti, Made Suariastawa Putra, Djoko Witjaksono, Rahmad , Lilik Zuhriyah, Yoga Waranugraha
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):23-29.   Published online February 28, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240057
Objective
To prove 5-time sit-to-stand (5-STS) and 30-second sit-to-stand (30sSTS) tests in assessing cardiorespiratory fitness in chronic heart failure (HF) patients with systolic dysfunction. Alternative tests, such as 5-STS and 30sSTS, may be used to assess cardiorespiratory fitness in patients with HF but have not been thoroughly evaluated. Thus, this study aimed to prove 5-STS and 30sSTS tests in assessing cardiorespiratory fitness in chronic HF patients with systolic dysfunction.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was done, evaluating chronic HF patients with systolic dysfunction that have received optimal guideline directed medical treatment for at least 3 months. All patients underwent the same intervention on the same day, starting with an initial 5-STS test, followed by a 30sSTS, and a 6-minute walk test (6MWT).
Results
A total of 34 patients were enrolled in this study. The median left ventricular ejection fraction was 44% (interquartile range=34%–48%). Mean values of 5-STS, 30sSTS, and 6MWT were 13.90±4.72, 13.29±3.38, and 463.65±87.04, respectively. 5-STS showed moderate correlation with 6MWT (r=-0.436, p=0.01). However, the 30sSTS revealed strong correlation with 6MWT (r=0.629, p<0.001).
Conclusion
The 30sSTS test had strong correlation with 6MWT. It could be used to illustrate cardiorespiratory fitness in chronic HF patients with systolic dysfunction.
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Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Would Integrating Inspiratory Muscle Training into Pulmonary Rehabilitation of Adults with Burn Injuries Have Any Advantageous Effects? a Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham-controlled Study
Nabil Mahmoud Abdel-Aal, Maged A. Basha, Saleh M. Aloraini, Alshimaa R. Azab, FatmaAlzahraa H. Kamel
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):30-39.   Published online February 28, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240092
Objective
To determine the effectiveness of adding inspiratory muscle training (IMT) alongside a pulmonary rehabilitation protocol in terms of inspiratory muscle strength, lung function, and exercise capacity in burned adults.
Methods
A randomized, double-blinded, sham-controlled study. Fifty-two adult patients with burn injuries, more than 20 years old and at least 20% total body surface area, were assigned randomly either to the experimental or the conventional group. The participants in the experimental group were given IMT plus a pulmonary rehabilitation program; the conventional group received only a pulmonary rehabilitation program. The interventions were performed for 8 weeks. At the beginning and after 8 weeks of training, the respiratory muscles’ strength, lung function and exercise capacity were all examined.
Results
After 2 months of training, the experimental group demonstrated statistically significant improvements than conventional group in maximum inspiratory pressure, maximum expiratory pressure, 6-minute walk test, forced vital capacity, and forced expiratory volume in 1 second (p<0.05).
Conclusion
An 8-week IMT program coupled with pulmonary rehabilitation increases respiratory muscle strength, pulmonary functions, and functional capacity in burn patients. IMT is a beneficial and efficient therapy that can be easily implemented for burn patients.
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Electrodiagnosis

Nerve Conduction Study, Sympathetic Skin Response Test, and Demographic Correlates in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Younggon Lee, So Hun Kim, Chang-Hwan Kim
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):40-48.   Published online February 6, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240042
Objective
To comprehensively assess the relationship between nerve conduction study (NCS), sympathetic skin response (SSR), and demographic factors in patients with diabetic neuropathy, exploring potential risk factors and mechanisms.
Methods
A retrospective study (N=184) included patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus undergoing NCS and SSR. Demographic, clinical, and laboratory data were analyzed. Patients were categorized by diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and SSR stages for comparative analysis.
Results
HbA1c levels correlated with DPN progression. SSR stages exhibited age-related differences. Height correlated with DPN but not SSR stages. Body mass index showed no significant differences.
Conclusion
While DPN progression correlated with glycemic control and duration of diabetes, SSR was influenced by age. Unexpectedly, cholesterol levels remained within the normal range, challenging established concepts. Understanding these relationships is crucial for interpreting test results and developing targeted interventions for diabetic neuropathy.
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Physical therapy

Early Rehabilitation Interventions by Physical Therapists for Severe COVID-19 Patients Were Associated With Decreased Incidence of Post-ICU Physical Impairment
Shinya Oku, Junji Hatakeyama, Keibun Liu, Kentaro Tojo, Masafumi Idei, Shigeaki Inoue, Kazuma Yamakawa, Takeshi Nishida, Shinichiro Ohshimo, Satoru Hashimoto, Shuhei Maruyama, Yoshitaka Ogata, Daisuke Kawakami, Hiroaki Shimizu, Katsura Hayakawa, Yuji Fujino, Taku Oshima, Tatsuya Fuchigami, Hironori Yawata, Kyoji Oe, Akira Kawauchi, Hidehiro Yamagata, Masahiro Harada, Yuichi Sato, Tomoyuki Nakamura, Kei Sugiki, Takahiro Hakozaki, Satoru Beppu, Masaki Anraku, Noboru Kato, Tomomi Iwashita, Hiroshi Kamijo, Yuichiro Kitagawa, Michio Nagashima, Hirona Nishimaki, Kentaro Tokuda, Osamu Nishida, Kensuke Nakamura
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):49-59.   Published online February 28, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.240066
Objective
To implement early rehabilitation interventions by physical therapists is recommended. However, the effectiveness of early rehabilitation for severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients in the prevention of post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) is unclear. We analyzed a multicenter prospective observational study (Post-Intensive Care outcomeS in patients with COronaVIrus Disease 2019) to examine the association between early rehabilitation interventions and PICS physical impairment.
Methods
An analysis was performed on COVID-19 patients who were admitted to intensive care units (ICUs) between March 2020 and March 2021, and required mechanical ventilation. The primary outcome was the incidence of PICS physical impairment (Barthel Index≤90) after one year. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to estimate the association between early rehabilitation interventions and PICS physical impairment by adjusting ICU mobility scale (IMS) during seven-day following ICU admission, and clinically relevant risk factors.
Results
The analysis included 259 patients, 54 of whom developed PICS physical impairment one year later. In 81 patients, physical therapists intervened within seven days of ICU admission. There was no significant difference in mean IMS by day seven of admission between the early and non-early rehabilitation patients (0.70 and 0.61, respectively). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that early rehabilitation interventions were significantly associated with a low incidence of PICS physical impairment (odds ratio, 0.294; 95% confidence interval, 0.123–0.706; p=0.006).
Conclusion
Early rehabilitation interventions by physical therapists were an independent factor associated with the decreased development of PICS physical impairment at one year, even though early rehabilitation had no significant effect on IMS.
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Corrigendum
Correction: A Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Method for Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Spinal Cord Injury
Da Young Lim, Dong Min Hwang, Kang Hee Cho, Chang Won Moon, So Young Ahn
Ann Rehabil Med 2025;49(1):60.   Published online January 20, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5535/arm.19181.e
Corrects: Ann Rehabil Med 2020;44(4):311
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