Alexandra Portlock

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Is heart rate monitoring recommended during gym sessions for phase II patients?

In the cardiovascular rehabilitation centre I work, we conduct aerobic exercise on recumbent bicycles, controlling heart rate. We also lead gym sessions that consist in dynamic global movements...

24 August 2014 4,095 4 View

What global self esteem and perceived physical self scores are considered low?

In my study I used the questionnaire "Physical Self Perception Profile 25" (Fox and Corbin) on alcoholic patients. I would like to know wether the socres are similar to healthy adults and/or...

14 August 2014 9,155 3 View

Can one predict ventilatory/lactate threshold throughout the 6MWT?

I am looking for literature concerning the assessment of VT or LT by using submaximal tests, particularly 6MWT.

02 May 2014 3,939 2 View

Does anyone have experience in using the 6MWT with alcohol problem patients?

In my study I attested exercise tolerance of patients treated for alcohol addiction. I am looking for litterature concerning this topic.

02 May 2014 663 4 View

What medication in alcohol treatment has effects in response to exercise?

I am conducting an exercise program for people with alcohol problems. Many alcohol misusers take medication such as methadone, baclofene. They can be on antidepressants or sedatives. Does this...

12 March 2014 8,611 3 View

Is cirrhosis a contraindication for exercise?

What implications in response to exercise for patients with cirrhosis?

12 March 2014 8,196 6 View

How to use the Baecke habitual physical activity questionnaire?

I am using the french version of the Baecke habitual physical activity questionnaire (AQAP, 22 items) and have difficulty calculating the scores. I would like to know how you use this...

07 March 2014 6,915 4 View

Are there any recommendations concerning physical activity after hip replacement?

A patient I follow has a double hip replacement and experiences pain. He refuses to walk for that reason. Isn't walking recommended? Any articles on this subject?

25 February 2014 1,610 9 View

What software can one use to do statistical analysis? How can one download a free version?

I am leadig a study in rehabilitation and need to use ANOVA statistics. I need to download a software for that, but I don't know on wich website to download it from, and how to install it on my...

14 January 2014 4,454 10 View