A Study of 179 Patients with Degenerative Stenosis of the Lumbosacral Spine to Evaluate Differences in Quality of Life and Disability Outcomes at 12 Months, Between Conservative Treatment and Surgical Decompression

Sobański, Dawid; Staszkiewicz, Rafał; Gadzieliński, Marcin; Stachura, Magdalena K.; Czepko, Ryszard Adam; Holiński, Mateusz; Czepko, Ryszard; Garbarek, Beniamin Oskar

doi:10.12659/msm.940213

Cited by 2 publications

(1 citation statement)

References 39 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…However, the effects of the method of fracture treatment and the implant used on an individual’s sexual life are often overlooked by orthopedists, who focus on fracture healing. This awareness is somewhat higher in surgeries close to the genital area, and studies have been published on the effects on the sexual functions of women and men after surgeries such as lumbar stenosis, pelvic fractures, and hip arthroplasties [ 17 – 22 ].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sexual Dysfunction in Women After Tibial Fracture: A Retrospective Comparative Study

Adaş,

Çakar,

Gürbüz

et al. 2024

Med Sci Monit

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background Tibial fractures, common in adults, are often treated with external or internal fixation methods. While effective, external fixation (EF) can lead to sexual dysfunction (SD), especially in young patients. This study aimed to assess SD in women undergoing EF versus internal fixation for tibial fractures. Material/Methods Sexual function and frequency of monthly sexual intercourse (SI) were evaluated using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) before surgery, with the fixator, after at least 6 months following fixator removal in EF group, and after achieving bone union for at least 3 months in the IF group. Results The EF group consisted of 107 (mean age 28.5 years; 19–40 years) and IF group consisted of 106 patients (mean age 32.1 years; 18–40 years). The duration of EF was an average of 4.7 months (range, 2.5–13 months). FSFI scores were significantly lower in the EF group compared to the IF group (9.33 versus 27.3, P <0.001). Also, there was no significant difference between the FSFI scores before EF and after EF was removed (34.22 versus 33.8, P =0.413). FSFI sub-group scores such as desire, arousal, lubrication, and orgasm were significantly lower in the EF group ( P <0.001). The monthly average frequency of SI before surgery and after the removal of EF was 10.2 and 9.1, respectively, while this frequency was 2.56 when EF was present ( P <0.001). Conclusions The quality and frequency of SI in women significantly deteriorate and decrease during the period of extremity fixation following tibial diaphyseal fractures treated with EF, but return to normal after removal.

show abstract

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sexual Dysfunction in Women After Tibial Fracture: A Retrospective Comparative Study

Adaş,

Çakar,

Gürbüz

et al. 2024

Med Sci Monit

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Pain Reduction and Posture Alignment Improvement in Older Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Novel Approach Using Spinal Thermal Massage Bed and Calf Pneumatic Cell Compression

Fajardo

Kim

et al. 2023

Med Sci Monit

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background Chronic low back pain (CLBP) significantly affects the well-being of older adults, leading to diminished quality of life and heightened stress. Existing treatments have limited effectiveness and potential side effects. This study aimed to explore an integrative approach, employing a combination of spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression, as an alternative strategy for managing CLBP, improving body posture, reducing stress, and enhancing quality of life. Material/Methods Twenty-three participants aged 65–80 years completed a 4-week intervention involving eight sessions (2 per week) with the STMB device. Outcome measures included pain level assessed by the visual analog scale, trunk and pelvic tilting angles indicating spine curvature, stress level of the autonomic nervous system, Oswestry Disability Index, and EuroQol five-dimensions QoL questionnaire. Results The study revealed significant reductions in pain intensity between baseline and mid-term scores ( p =0.002) and between baseline and post-test scores ( p =0.001). Moreover, notable improvements were observed in trunk and pelvic tilting angles ( p <0.001) and stress scores between baseline and mid-term scores ( p =0.037) and between baseline and post-test scores ( p =0.019). However, no significant changes were observed in disability level or QoL. Participants expressed high satisfaction with the intervention, and no serious side effects were reported. Conclusions This study provides compelling evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of combining STMB with intermittent pneumatic calf compression in reducing pain intensity and stress levels and improving trunk and pelvic tilting angles. Clinical trial number: KCT0008212.

show abstract

A Study of 179 Patients with Degenerative Stenosis of the Lumbosacral Spine to Evaluate Differences in Quality of Life and Disability Outcomes at 12 Months, Between Conservative Treatment and Surgical Decompression

Cited by 2 publications

References 39 publications

Sexual Dysfunction in Women After Tibial Fracture: A Retrospective Comparative Study

Sexual Dysfunction in Women After Tibial Fracture: A Retrospective Comparative Study

Pain Reduction and Posture Alignment Improvement in Older Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Novel Approach Using Spinal Thermal Massage Bed and Calf Pneumatic Cell Compression

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About