The Effect of the Powerball Gyroscope as a Treatment Device for Nonspecific Wrist Pain

Landman, D.M.; Maree, Jacques H.; Peterson, Cynthia

doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2019.11.002

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“…The NSD PowerBall® system [19,20], based on the principle of a gyroscope, was developed for upper limb strengthening and has shown positive results in results in increasing grip strength and reducing non-speci c elbow pain. The device consists of a sphere containing a 200-gram rotor with an eccentric mass located 2 cm from its axis.…”

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Effects of the Nds-powerball® System on Muscle Strength, Coordination, Fatigue, Functionality and Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis. A Randomized Clinical Trial

Fernández¹,

Jiménez

Vázquez

et al. 2023

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Introduction Clinical impairment of the upper limbs (UL) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) is very common. Muscle strength and hand dexterity are critical factors in maintaining functional activities that are the basis for independence and quality of life. Objective Investigate the effects of a training protocol using the NDS-Powerball® system in combination with conventional physiotherapy on muscle strength, coordination, fatigue, functionality, and quality of life in persons with MS over an 8-week period. Materials and Methods A double-blind randomized controlled trial with two intervention groups was conducted. The control group received conventional treatment, while the experimental group received additional UL training using the NDS-Powerball® system. Both groups received the same number of sessions and weeks of intervention. The following outcome measures were used: isometric grip and pinch strength, Box and Block Test (BBT), Nine Hole Peg Test (NHPT), Abilhand scale, Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29), and Likert satisfaction questionnaire for the experimental group. All measures were administered at baseline, after the treatment, and during a 3-week follow-up period. Results 25 patients completed the study (12 persons with MS and 13 healthy control subjects). The experimental group showed significant improvements in coordination and manual dexterity of the more affected UL as measured by the BBT comparing pre- to post-treatment (p = 0.048) and pre-treatment to follow-up (p = 0.001), and on the less affected UP comparing pre-treatment to follow-up (p < 0.001) and post-treatment to follow-up (p = 0.034). The Likert-type satisfaction questionnaire obtained a mean score of 89.10 (± 8.54) out of 100 points. Conclusions An UL treatment protocol using the NDS-Powerball® system, in combination with conventional physiotherapy for 8 weeks resulted in significant improvements in the intra-group analysis for UL coordination and manual dexterity in favor of the experimental group. The experimental group showed excellent satisfaction to the treatment.

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Effects of the Nds-powerball® System on Muscle Strength, Coordination, Fatigue, Functionality and Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis. A Randomized Clinical Trial

Fernández¹,

Jiménez

Vázquez

et al. 2023

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“…In addition, the impact of resistance training on increasing shoulder and elbow muscular strength is being investigated, although eccentric exercises have previously demonstrated some relief in the symptoms of tennis elbow [13].…”

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A Research Protocol to Evaluate the Efficacy of Powerball versus Mulligan Mobilization with Movement on Pain and Function in Patients with Lateral Epicondylitis

Uttamchandani

Phansopkar

2021

JPRI

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Background: Amongst the most frequently repeated stress conditions within the elbow joint includes lateral epicondylitis (LE). The extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle attachment is affected mostly. The management of an individual with LE that manifests itself in repetitive upper extremity motions is the purpose of this research. There seems to be no study on the effects of PowerBall device training on the pain and function in individuals with Lateral Epicondylitis. “PowerBall device” practice is a type of strength training. Methods / Design: After conducting initial evaluations and allocation, the subjects (n=50) with LE will be involved in a randomized controlled study and classified either in an intervention group or a conventional group. The interventional group will do “PowerBall device” exercises, while others in the control group, doing MMWM. These groups will receive basic movements and ultrasound in accordance with the procedures. Discussion: The PRTEE scale measured the intervention's impact on pain and function in patients with LE, and a Hand-held Dynamometer was utilized to quantify grip strength. The findings will give considerable support for the use of the "PowerBall device" exercise and MMWM on LE patients. Conclusion: Conclusion will be drawn post study so as to see whether PowerBall device is more helpful or Mulligan Mobilization with Movement on pain and function in patients with LE. This study will give better approach to the therapist in managing the condition.

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PowerBall: A gearing system for rehabilitation of antebrachium muscles

Uttamchandani,

Fokmare,

Phansopkar

et al. 2024

AIP Conference Proceedings

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The Effect of the Powerball Gyroscope as a Treatment Device for Nonspecific Wrist Pain

Cited by 7 publications

References 17 publications

Effects of the Nds-powerball® System on Muscle Strength, Coordination, Fatigue, Functionality and Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis. A Randomized Clinical Trial

Effects of the Nds-powerball® System on Muscle Strength, Coordination, Fatigue, Functionality and Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis. A Randomized Clinical Trial

A Research Protocol to Evaluate the Efficacy of Powerball versus Mulligan Mobilization with Movement on Pain and Function in Patients with Lateral Epicondylitis

PowerBall: A gearing system for rehabilitation of antebrachium muscles

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