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Reliability of balance evaluation using Pedalo®-Sensomove Balance device in healthy young individuals
(2022-11-25) GÜNAY YAZICI, CANAN; ÖZEN BERKOL, TUĞÇE; ÖZGÜL, BAHAR; KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; SARI, ZÜBEYİR; Günay Yazıcı C., Özen Berkol T., Özgül B., Kuru Çolak T., Sarı Z.
Purpose: It is important to assess the integrity of the balance system to predict individual balance and coordination abilities. MarBES is a device consisting of 9 led scales and 4 pressure sensor systems developed to evaluate and improve balance and coordination as a TÜBİTAK 3001 project. Weight data is estimated from pressure sensors located in 4 different corners and a score is calculated with computer software for the individual\"s center of gravity (Centre of pressure X, Y) and the amount of deviation from the center for each axis.. The aim of this study is to examine the test-retest reliability of the MarBES device. Methods: Double-leg and single-leg (eyes open-closed) tests were applied to healthy young adult participants for balance testing on the MarBES device. Weight transfer to the target surface was measured for assessment of the participants coordination performance. Participants rested for 10 minutes and all measurements were repeated by the same evaluator. The obtained data were recorded and the reliability of the measurements was evaluated with Pearson correlation analysis. Results: A total of 33 healthy young individuals (24 F; 9 M) with a mean age of 21±0.96 years were included in the study. In the correlation analysis, there was a strong correlation in all measurement parameters of the MarBES device except for X axis measurements of right leg (eyes open) and double leg eyes closed (p<0.005). Conclusion: Objective evaluation of balance and coordination parameters is very important in rehabilitation. Resulde of the study showed that the MarBES device developed by the researchers is a reliable method for the evaluation of balance and coordination in healthy young individuals. Keywords: Balance, Coordination, Rehabilitation, Reliability
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The relationship between diabetes knowledge level, physical activity, and quality of life in older adults
(2023-08-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; ÖZGÜL, BAHAR; Akçay B., Kuru Çolak T., İğrek S., Özgül B., Apti A.
Aim: This study aimed to examine the relationship between knowledge about diabetes, physical activity, and quality of life in older adults with type 2 diabetes. Material and Method: A total of 188 geriatric individuals with a mean age of 75.2 years were included in this study. The level of knowledge about diabetes was assessed by the Diabetes Information Questionnaire-24, the Kasari index was used to assess the level of physical activity, and quality of life was assessed by the Diabetes-39 Quality of Life Questionnaire. Results: The participants’ knowledge about diabetes, their physical activity levels according to the Kasari index, and Diabetes-39 quality of life scores were all low. It was determined that level of knowledge was significantly related to physical activity and the Diabetes-39 diabetes control subgroup score (p<0.005). There was a significant relationship between the Kasari index and Diabetes-39 quality of life total score (p<0.005). Conclusion: Level of knowledge about diabetes is related to physical activity and quality of life in elderly adults. It is important to encourage participation in training programs and increase physical activity to improve the quality of life of these individuals, who must live with this chronic disease for many years while also accompanied by geriatric symptoms.
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The effect of spinal range of motion on functional balance, quality of life, and perception of appearance in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis after posterior spinal fusion surgery
(2023-01-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; Çetinkaya İ., KURU ÇOLAK T., KORKMAZ M. F., Aydoğan M.
Objective: Spinal fusion, which is widely used in the surgical treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS), limits the movements of the vertebral column. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the relationship between spinal mobility in the postoperative period with functional balance, quality of life, and perception of appearance in individuals with AIS. Methods: Thirty patients with AIS who underwent posterior spinal fusion surgery 1 to 3 years ago were included in the study. A universal goniometer was used to measure a spinal range of motion (ROM), functional reach test for functional balance, Scoliosis Research Society-30 (SRS-30) for quality of life, and Spinal Appearance Questionnaire (SAQ) for perception of appearance. Results: Surgical fusion length was significantly correlated with movements in the sagittal and transverse planes (r = − 0.383–[− 0.608]; p = < 0.001–0.037). Except for spinal left rotation, there was a significant positive correlation between functional balance level and ROM results (r = 0.374–0.523; p = 0.003–0.42). The SRS-30 total score correlated significantly with all other ROM measures except for rotations (r = 0.434–0.574; p = 0.00–0.016). SAQ total data correlated significantly with all ROM measurements (r = − 0.553–[− 0.395]; p = 0.002–0.031). Conclusions: In AIS, limitation of movement in the coronal, sagittal, and transverse planes is observed after fusion surgery. Spinal ROM is affected by the level of fusion performed at surgery. Postoperative spinal limitation of motion adversely affected functional balance, quality of life, and perception of appearance. We believe that comprehensive rehabilitation approaches that improve postoperative range of motion and increase functionality are important for optimal postoperative recovery.
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Spinal deformities: Evidence and patient safety in management
(2021-01-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; KURU ÇOLAK T., WEISS H.
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The effectiveness of the schroth best practice program and chêneau-type brace treatment in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: Long-term follow-up evaluation results
(2023-02-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; KURU ÇOLAK T., Akçay B., Apti A., Çolak İ.
Background: Although the number of studies showing the efficacy of conservative treatment in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis has increased, studies with long-term follow-up are very limited. The aim of this study was to present the long-term effects of a conservative management method including exercise and brace in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients. Methods: This retrospective cohort study included patients with idiopathic scoliosis who presented at our department and were followed up for at least 2 years after completing the treatment. The main outcome measurements were the Cobb angle and angle of trunk rotation (ATR). Results: The cohort participants were 90.4% female, with a mean age of 11 years and the maximum Cobb angle was mean 32.1°. The mean post-treatment follow-up period was 27.8 months (range 24–71 months). The improvements after treatment in mean maximum Cobb angle (p < 0.001) and ATR (p = 0.001) were statistically significant. At the end of treatment, the maximum Cobb angle was improved in 88.1% of the patients and worsened in 11.9% compared to baseline. In the long-term follow-up evaluations, 83.3% of the curvatures remained stable. Conclusions: The results of this study showed that moderate idiopathic scoliosis in growing adolescents can be successfully halted with appropriate conservative treatment and that long-term improvement is largely maintained.
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A new device for assessment and training the human balance and coordination: Marmara Balance and Education System (MarBES)
(2023-01-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; ÖZEN BERKOL, TUĞÇE; GÜNAY YAZICI, CANAN; SARI, ZÜBEYİR; POLAT, MİNE GÜLDEN; DOĞAN, BARIŞ; TARIM, MEHVEŞ; KURU ÇOLAK T., Özen T., Günay Yazıcı C., Sarı D. M., Karabacak N., SARI Z., POLAT M. G., DOĞAN B., TARIM M.
© 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Royal Academy of Medicine in Ireland.Background: Balance and coordination are important for performing activities of daily living. Balance and coordination assessment and training are used by physiotherapists in many different rehabilitation areas. Marmara Balance and Education System (MarBES) is a device developed to evaluate and improve balance and coordination. Aims: To examine the test–retest reliability of the MarBES device. Methods: Double-leg and single-leg (eyes open-closed) tests were applied to healthy young adult participants for balance testing on the MarBES device. Weight data is estimated from pressure sensors located in 4 different corners and a score is calculated with computer software for the individual’s center of gravity (center of pressure X, Y) and the amount of deviation from the center for each axis. Weight transfer to the target surface was measured for assessment of the participants’ coordination performance. Participants rested for 10 min and all measurements were repeated by the same evaluator. The obtained data were recorded and the reliability of the measurements was evaluated with Spearman’s rho correlation analysis. Results: A total of 40 healthy young individuals (28 female) with a mean age of 21 years were included. The balance assessments with MarBES showed moderate to good reliability (ICC: 0.535–0.903). The coordination assessment results showed moderate to good reliability (ICC: 0.575–0.712). Conclusions: Objective evaluation of balance and coordination parameters is very important in rehabilitation. Results of the study showed that the MarBES device developed by the researchers is a reliable method for the evaluation of balance and coordination in healthy young individuals.
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Translation, reliability and validity of the Turkish version of Scoliosis Japanese Questionnaire-27 in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
(2023-01-01) KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; KURU ÇOLAK T., Apti A., Çolak İ., Akçay B., Dereli E. E.
Purpose: Disease-specific scales which evaluate QoL are needed to evaluate treatment outcomes, and to compare the effects of different treatments. The outcome measures evaluating quality of life in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis are limited. The purpose of this study was to examine the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Scoliosis Japanese Questionnaire-27 (SJ-27) in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Methods: The SJ-27 questionnaire was translated into Turkish and 61 female patients filled out the translated version (TRv.SJ-27) twice to measure the test–retest reliability of the scale. Internal reliability of the questionnaire was estimated using Cronbach’s α coefficient. The intraclass correlation coefficient was analysed for each item. Discriminant validity and convergent validity were determined by correlations with Cobb angle, ATR and the SRS-22r scale. Results: The mean Cobb angle was 25.8° and the ATR angle was 8.8°. Cronbach’s α value was estimated as 0.935. The test–retest correlation coefficient for the item-total score was 0.877 (p = 0.000). Validity analysis showed a significantly positive correlation between the TRv.SJ-27 total score and Cobb and ATR angles, and a significantly negative relationship was found between the TRv.SJ-27 and SRS-22r scores. Conclusions: It would be useful to use different outcome measures to assess the scoliosis-specific quality of life in clinical practice and research. The findings suggest that the Turkish version of Scoliosis Japanese Questionnaire-27 is a valid and reliable measure to assess Turkish patients with AIS.
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Comparison of Two Different Proprioception Measurement Methods in the Shoulder Joint
(2024-05-01) KILIÇ, TALHA; KURU ÇOLAK, TUĞBA; ÖZGÜL, BAHAR; Kılıç T., Kuru Çolak T., Tekin A., Özgül B., Çakmak Reyhan A.
Aim: Proprioception assessment is important in shoulder rehabilitation. Proprioception sense can be evaluated with different methods in the clinical setting. The aim of this study was to compare shoulder proprioception measurements made with universal goniometer and isokinetic system. Methods: A total of 52 healthy individuals with a mean age of 24.6 ±4.29 years were included in the study. Shoulder proprioception was evaluated three times with a universal goniometer and isokinetic device at 30, 45 and 60 degrees shoulder flexion angles with eyes closed in a sitting position and mean values were recorded. Results: When the results obtained with the two measurement methods were compared, it was determined that there was a significant difference between the mean values (for 30, 45 and 60 degrees shoulder flexion angles, p=0.003, 0.005, 0.000, respectively) and there was no correlation relationship between the results of the two measurement methods (p<0.05). However, when the mean deviation from the target angle was compared with both measurement methods, it was determined that there was no significant difference between the measurement methods (p<0.05). Conclusion: The findings of this study demonstrated that when shoulder proprioception was measured using a goniometer or an isokinetic dynamometer at various angles, different values could be obtained. However, since the differences compared to the target angle are similar for the two measurement methods, both assessment methods can be used for proprioception evaluation. Keywords: Assessment, shoulder, proprioception, rehabilitation