Effectiveness of Autogenic Training in improving motor performances in Parkinson's disease

Ajimsha, M.S.; Majeed, Nisar A.; Chinnavan, Elanchezhian; Thulasyammal, Ramiah Pillai

doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2014.03.013

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“…On the other hand, Braun et al [ 40 ] compared mental practice with relaxation embedded in standard physiotherapy and did not find any significant difference in walking performance and related outcome measures. Finally, a recent RC single-blinded trial [ 41 ] investigated autogenetic training (AT) based on visual imagery. When used as an adjunct to physical therapy, AT proved more effective than physical therapy alone in improving motor performances (UPDRS motor section) in 66 PD patients.…”

Section: Motor Imagery In Parkinson's Diseasementioning

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Action Observation and Motor Imagery: Innovative Cognitive Tools in the Rehabilitation of Parkinson’s Disease

Abbruzzese

Avanzino

Marchese

et al. 2015

Parkinson's Disease

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Parkinson's disease (PD) is characterized by a progressive impairment of motor skills with deterioration of autonomy in daily living activities. Physiotherapy is regarded as an adjuvant to pharmacological and neurosurgical treatment and may provide small and short-lasting clinical benefits in PD patients. However, the development of innovative rehabilitation approaches with greater long-term efficacy is a major unmet need. Motor imagery (MI) and action observation (AO) have been recently proposed as a promising rehabilitation tool. MI is the ability to imagine a movement without actual performance (or muscle activation). The same cortical-subcortical network active during motor execution is engaged in MI. The physiological basis of AO is represented by the activation of the “mirror neuron system.” Both MI and AO are involved in motor learning and can induce improvements of motor performance, possibly mediated by the development of plastic changes in the motor cortex. The review of available evidences indicated that MI ability and AO feasibility are substantially preserved in PD subjects. A few preliminary studies suggested the possibility of using MI and AO as parts of rehabilitation protocols for PD patients.

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Section: Motor Imagery In Parkinson's Diseasementioning

confidence: 99%

Action Observation and Motor Imagery: Innovative Cognitive Tools in the Rehabilitation of Parkinson’s Disease

Abbruzzese

Avanzino

Marchese

et al. 2015

Parkinson's Disease

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“…A systematic review with meta-analysis from 35 randomized controlled trials (RCT) and 25 nonrandomized controlled trials (NRCT) published between 1932 and 1999 [23] found positive effects of AT on disease-specific symptoms and psychological distress in people living with several chronic health problems like tension headaches/migraine, hypertension, asthma, pain, anxiety, mild-to-moderate depression, and sleep disorders. Even though other RCTs have been conducted since 2000 [27,28] to assess the effects of AT, no systematic review has been done on the effectiveness of AT on psychological well-being in people living with a chronic physical health problem. Furthermore, the review of Stetter and Kupper [23] did not consider AT to be the only therapeutic component of the intervention.…”

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Effectiveness of autogenic training on psychological well-being and quality of life in adults living with chronic physical health problems: a protocol for a systematic review of RCT

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Background: Autogenic training is a relaxation technique that uses systematic exercises to induce a general disconnection of the organism. It is used in conjunction with conventional medical care as part of disease management to relieve symptoms associated with chronic health problems and to improve well-being. The purpose of this systematic review is to evaluate the efficacy of autogenic training on psychological well-being, quality of life, and adverse effects in people living with chronic physical health problems. Methods: The methodology used follows the recommendations of the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. Studies, published up to December 31, 2019, will be identified through searches in the following databases: MEDLINE, Web of Science, EMBASE, SCOPUS, PsychINFO, CINAHL, EBM Reviews, Google Scholar, Dissertations & Theses Global, Open Access Theses and Dissertations, OpenGrey, E-Theses Online Service, Grey Literature Report, eScholarship@McGill, Papyrus, and CorpusUL. All studies of randomized controlled trials that assess autogenic training as an intervention to improve psychological well-being and quality of life in adults aged 18 and older living with one or more chronic physical health problem will be considered eligible. The study selection, the data collection, and the evaluation of the risk of bias will be conducted independently and in duplicate by two reviewers. RoB 2 tool will be used to assess the risk of bias. Discrepancies will be resolved through discussion. A tabular and narrative synthesis of data is planned, and a meta-analysis will be done according to the quality of data. The primary outcomes will be general psychological distress, depression, and anxiety, and the secondary outcomes will be quality of life and adverse effects. The present protocol of systematic review is reporting following MECIR standards for the reporting of protocols and the PRISMA-P recommendations.

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“…In a US paediatric survey, the top reason for CAM therapy use was respiratory problems and the second most common reason was ear, nose and throat problems. 39 Homoeopathy has a good scope in such diseases, as the main therapeutic objective of homoeopathy is to stimulate the self-healing power of the body. 40 Antibiotics being unnecessarily prescribed in children are not only inefficacious or produce unavailing results in URTI but also leads to aftermath of making children resistant to them in long term.…”

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Homoeopathy for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection in Children: A Narrative Review of Research Evidence

Dutta

Sehrawat

2020

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Background Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is one of the leading causes of morbidity worldwide, especially in the paediatric age group. Conventional medications have a minimal role in treating and preventing those diseases and an alternative for this is warranted. In this regard, homoeopathy can be a proper consideration, but the comparative effect and safety need critical evaluation. Methods To evaluate the role of homoeopathic treatment in URTI, particularly in children, we conducted a comprehensive search in PubMed, Core-Hom, Cochrane library and Cam-quest database. All the relevant studies were included for a critical review. Results One-hundred forty articles were found in a preliminary search, and for review, we included 17 studies related to URTI in paediatric age group. All the studies were very diverse in the methodology, type of homoeopathy used and outcome measurement. Different types of homoeopathy in terms of individualised, complex syrup and home-medication were used in studies. Fourteen studies reported the role of homoeopathy in reducing the severity of symptoms, efficacy beyond placebo, superiority or non-inferiority over conventional medications, in lowering the consumption of antibiotics and as prophylaxis. On the other hand, three studies found little or no effect in reducing symptoms or number of visits. Conclusions Homoeopathic treatment improves the symptoms and reduces the severity of URTI in the paediatric age group. It can be an effective and safe way of treatment for reducing the burden of the disease, thus improving the quality of life. Owing to the diversity among the studies, more high-quality trials with focused questions are needed for further conclusion.

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Effectiveness of Autogenic Training in improving motor performances in Parkinson's disease

Cited by 16 publications

References 28 publications

Action Observation and Motor Imagery: Innovative Cognitive Tools in the Rehabilitation of Parkinson’s Disease

Action Observation and Motor Imagery: Innovative Cognitive Tools in the Rehabilitation of Parkinson’s Disease

Effectiveness of autogenic training on psychological well-being and quality of life in adults living with chronic physical health problems: a protocol for a systematic review of RCT

Homoeopathy for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection in Children: A Narrative Review of Research Evidence

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