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Systematic review found that early rehabilitation interventions reduce the likelihood of developing intensive care unit-acquired weakness in critically ill patients
Intensive care unit-acquired weakness is associated with significant impairments in body structure and function, activity limitation, and participation restriction. The aim of this review was to estimate the average effect of early rehabilitation interventions compared to usual care on the incidence of intensive care unit-acquired weakness in critically ill patients. Sensitive searches were performed in…
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Infographic for systematic review that found that exercise improves symptoms of depression in people with chronic health conditions
Last month we summarised the Beland et al systematic review. The review concluded that exercise improves symptoms of depression in people with chronic health conditions. Some suggestions for providing exercise programs are in this infographic. Beland M, et al. Aerobic exercise alleviates depressive symptoms in patients with a major non-communicable chronic disease: a systematic review…
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PEDro thanks physiotherapy organisations for their leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic
The PEDro team expresses its thanks and appreciation to physiotherapy organisations for their leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the pandemic continues to impact worldwide, the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) and its Member Organisations (including the Australian Physiotherapy Association and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) have provided guidance, support and direction for the…
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Response to the COVID-19 pandemic from Italian physiotherapists
Since late February 2020 the world has witnessed the impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Italy. Physiotherapists have contributed to frontline care during this time. With the number of cases slowing, three physiotherapists (Paolo Pedersini, Camilo Corbellini, Jorge Hugo Villafañe) have had the energy to share their experiences in a ‘point of…
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DiTA update (4 May 2020)
DiTA contains 1,768 records. In the 4 May 2020 update you will find: 1,602 reports of primary studies, and 166 reports of systematic reviews. dita.org.au
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PEDro update (4 May 2020)
PEDro contains 46,900 records. In the 4 May 2020 update you will find: 36,500 reports of randomised controlled trials (35,655 of these trials have confirmed ratings of methodological quality using the PEDro scale) 9,722 reports of systematic reviews, and 678 reports of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. pedro.org.au
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PEDro celebrates Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in May 2020
May 2020 is #CFawareness Month, a time for those affected by cystic fibrosis, their families, healthcare team and supporters to raise awareness of the condition. Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that primarily affects the lungs and pancreas, contributing to persistent lung infections and malnutrition. Approximately 70,000 to 100,000 people are currently living with…
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Support for PEDro comes from the Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie and Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists
We thank Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie and Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists who have just renewed their partnership with PEDro for another year.
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Systematic review found that exercise improves symptoms of depression in people with chronic health conditions
People with non-communicable chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, respiratory disease and type 2 diabetes have higher rates of symptoms of depression than the general population. Symptoms of depression are also an adverse prognostic factor for these conditions. Aerobic exercise is accepted as an effective treatment option for depression in people without comorbid…
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Infographic for systematic review that found exercise during pregnancy improves maternal cardiorespiratory fitness and health
Last month we summarised the Cai et al systematic review. The review concluded that exercise during pregnancy improves maternal cardiorespiratory fitness and health. Some suggestions for providing exercise programs are in this infographic. Cai C, et al. Prenatal exercise and cardiorespiratory health and fitness: a meta-analysis. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2020 Jan 17:Epub ahead of…
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How to search DiTA tutorial now available
DiTA (Diagnostic Test Accuracy) is a database indexing studies and reviews that evaluate the accuracy of diagnostic tests used by physiotherapists. We are pleased to announce the release of a video tutorial on how to search DiTA. You can access the DiTA search page from the home-page. Click the ‘SEARCH’ link in the header or…
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Videos for PEDro Top 5 Trials in 2014-2019 now available in Spanish
Last year we announced the PEDro Top 5 Trials from 2014-2019. The trials were nominated by PEDro users, and an independent panel of international trialists judged the nominations received. We created short videos to explain each trial. We are pleased to announce that the videos for the PEDro Top 5 Trials from 2014-2019 are now…
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Over 25-million PEDro searches have been performed in 1999-2020
PEDro celebrates another milestone this month; over 25-million PEDro searches have been performed between inception in October 1999 and February 2020. Physiotherapists, educators and students from around the globe have performed these searches, accessing high-quality clinical research to answer their clinical questions and improve patient care. We encourage users to access the Advanced Search page.…
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DiTA update (6 April 2020)
DiTA contains 1,749 records. In the 6 April 2020 update you will find: 1,588 reports of primary studies, and 161 reports of systematic reviews. dita.org.au
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PEDro update (6 April 2020)
PEDro contains 46,649 records. In the 6 April 2020 update you will find: 36,330 reports of randomised controlled trials (35,511 of these trials have confirmed ratings of methodological quality using the PEDro scale) 9,641 reports of systematic reviews, and 678 reports of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. pedro.org.au
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PEDro honours physiotherapists and other healthcare workers providing frontline care for COVID-19
The PEDro team pays tribute to physiotherapists and other healthcare workers who are providing frontline care during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. We honour your bravery, dedication and expertise, and extend our sincere gratitude for your work. You have the support of the global physiotherapy community. As this pandemic continues to impact worldwide, physiotherapists…
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Evidence to guide telehealth physiotherapy
With many physiotherapists moving to delivery of online services because of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, we thought it would be timely to put together some high-quality clinical research to guide telehealth interventions. Following are a list of systematic reviews published in the last 5 years that evaluate the effects of tele-physiotherapy. The Chartered…
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PEDro World-Wide Journal Club on constraint induced movement therapy after stroke is now available
Welcome to the PEDro World-Wide Journal Club. The purpose of the PEDro World-Wide Journal Club is to encourage the global physiotherapy community to read trials, reviews and guidelines that have important implications for clinical practice. We hope that facilitating discussion of this research will help physiotherapists to implement the results into their clinical practice. Journal…
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Support for PEDro comes from industry, physiotherapy organisations and individuals
Support for PEDro comes from industry partners around the globe. The Australian Physiotherapy Association is our Foundation Partner. The Motor Accident Insurance Commission, Transport Accident Commission, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and Cerebral Palsy Alliance are Partners. Our Association Partners for 2019 were World Confederation for Physical Therapy Member Organisations from 38 countries. We also thank…
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Systematic review found that exercise improves maternal cardiorespiratory fitness and health during pregnancy
Prenatal exercise reduces the serious complications of pregnancy (eg, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, hypertension) without increasing the risk of having a miscarriage, preterm delivery or low birth weight baby. While pregnant women are encouraged to exercise, the impact of prenatal exercise on cardiorespiratory fitness has not been synthesised. The aim of this systematic review was to…
