Zübeyir Sarı

• PT, OMT, PROF
• Head of Orthopedic Physiotherapy Department at Marmara University

Background Despite the understanding of the role of diaphragm role as a crucial element in trunk stabilizer performance, limited research has been carried out on the diaphragmatic features particularly in smoking population. Objectives It was aimed to compare the diaphragm structure beside trunk stabilizer performance & body balance of young regul...

Background No other study has addressed the effectiveness of dual-task training in the postoperative period of total hip arthroplasty (THA). This study investigated the efficacy of dual-task training in older adults with THA. Methods Patients were randomized into the control group (CG) (n = 14) and intervention group (IG) (n = 14). Patients in the...

Telerehabilitation is becoming one of the most popular health service methods due to the recent advancements in information technology. The aim of this book is to present comprehensive telerehabilitation-based evaluation protocols and treatment modalities, offering evidence-based insights into their efficacy. Within the volume, various rehabilitat...

Introduction and Hypothesis: The relationship between somatosensory and motor components of urinary incontinence in individuals with MS has not been extensively addressed. The study aimed to investigate the association of urinary incontinence severity with motor and sensory performance in women with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Methods: A cross-section...

Amaç: Bu çalışmada pes planus düzeyinin dorsi ve plantar fleksör kas kuvveti ile gastroknemius ve hamstring kas esnekliğine etkilerinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yöntem: Çalışmaya alınan her bireyin yaş, boy, ağırlık, beden kütle indeksi gibi demografik özellikleri kaydedildi. Katılımcıların Pes Planus derecelerinin değerlendirilmesinde "Feiss Çiz...

Background The purpose of this study was to clarify the relationship between smartphone addiction and miyafascial trigger points in university students. Methods A cross-sectional study of university students was conducted for the purpose of this study. The participants were assessed based on age, gender, dominant side, the amount of time they spen...

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of hippotherapy simulator on balance, postural control, mobility, functional capacity and independence level in people with stroke. Methods: This study involved 26 people with stroke aged 18-65, who were randomly assigned to a Hippotherapy Simulator Group (HSG; n = 13) and a Convent...

Introduction Preterm infants are at high risk for developmental disabilities, and their parents are at increased risk for high stress. Early intervention programs are applied to reduce these adverse outcomes. The primary aim is to compare the efficacy of the novel Explorer Baby early intervention program for the holistic development of preterm infa...

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine the levels of burnout and attitude of physiotherapists towards profession and to examine variables that affect these levels. Methods: The research was conducted on physiotherapists working in different fields between November 2020 and February 2021. Professional attitude levels and burnout levels o...

(ENGLISH): Purpose: This study's objective was to assess the effectiveness of neural mobilization on asymptomatic, healthy volunteers' pain, muscle strength, and reaction time. Material and Methods: Hand grip strength, reaction time, and pain thresholds of 50 participiants’ were evaluated using a dynamometer, the Nelson Hand Reaction Test, and a di...

Background Frailty has been linked with poor quality of life, mortality, and readmission to the hospital. Also, frailty may have an impact on patients’ capacity to enhance their functional ability which may be revealed by impaired muscle strength and increased fear or risk of falling. The presence of frailty is generally investigated before the art...

Objective: Mobile applications have been used frequently in post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation in recent years. However, no systematic review has emphasized the importance of mobile applications in the rehabilitation process after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of m...

Background: The Fear Avoidance Components Scale (FACS) evaluates patients' cognitive, emotional and behavioral fear-avoidance behaviours. The aim of the study was to conduct the cross-cultural adaptation, reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the FACS. Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study was carried out with 208 patients (46.2...

Autosomal recessive spastic ataxia of Charlevoix Saguenay (ARSACS) is a rare neurodegenerative disease caused by a gene mutation. Cerebellar, pyramidal, and neuropathic symptoms have appeared in this disease. The patient participated in a two-week rehabilitation program for six weeks, which included strengthening, balance, proprioception exercises,...

Background: Balance and coordination are important for performing activities of daily living. Balance and coordination assessment and training are used by physiotherapists in many different rehabilitation areas. Marmara Balance and Education System (MarBES) is a device developed to evaluate and improve balance and coordination. Aims: To examine...

Objective To study the influence of self‐reported knee instability on changes in knee pain and gait speed following patient education and supervised exercise therapy in patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Methods We included patients enrolled in the Good Life With Osteoarthritis in Denmark (GLA:D) program, an 8‐week education and supervised ne...

The positive effects of Bobath therapy on spasticity are known, but studies using objective data tools that can evaluate these positive effects are limited. The purpose of this study is to examine the changes in lower extremity muscle tone and viscoelastic properties of children with spastic cerebral palsy who received Bobath therapy. Thirty-three...

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the corset used in the treatment of scoliosis on upper extremity function.

The aim of this study is to investigate which body parts are common musculoskeletal problems in hairdressers and to examine the relationship between upper extremity musculoskeletal problems and the level of occupational burnout. This cross-sectional study included 78 hairdressers with congenital or chronic musculoskeletal disease, no pregnancy, and...

Engelli Çocuğa Sahip Ebeveynlerin Bakım Yükü ve Fiziksel Kapasitesi Arasındaki İlişkinin Araştırılması Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, engelli çocuğa sahip ebeveynlerin bakım yükleri ile fiziksel kapasiteleri arasındaki ilişkiyi belirlemek ve hem engelli bireyin hem de ona bakan ebeveynlerin süreci daha sağlıklı geçirmeleri için literatüre katkı sağlama...

Background: Exergaming, one of the most recognized virtual rehabilitation tools, has been shown to be useful for promoting physical activity and enhancing postural stability for neurologic conditions. However, studies with exergaming programs for patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) are limited. Aims: We aimed to investigate the effects of exe...

Purpose: The aim of the study was to present the systematic review and meta-analysis of the psychometrical analysis of Facial Disability Index (FDI) studies. Methods: A literature search was conducted in the relevant electronic databases “PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and Cochrane Library”. A total of 621 articles were obtained by searching...

Background To our knowledge, no other systematic review comprehensively demonstrated the effectiveness of exercise and conventional physiotherapy in lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). Aims The purpose of the present systematic review was to provide a comprehensive review of exercise therapy on LSS. Methods A literature search was carried out in the foll...

Uzaktan rehabilitasyon son yıllarda sıklıkla mobil cihazlar vasıtası ile sağlanmaktadır. Pratik kullanım ve ulaşılabilirlik açısından telerehabilitasyon pratiğine büyük katkısı olan akıllı cihazların kullanımı her geçen gün artmaktadır. Akıllı cihazların bluetooth veya benzer teknolojiler ile ek donanım veya sensörlerle bağlantı kurabilmesi sayesin...

Background: Using high-heeled shoes in daily life affects the stability of walking, body posture, and functionality. We aimed to determine the immediate effect of kinesiology taping (KT) on functionality, static and dynamic balance, exercise capacity, and posture in young women using high-heeled shoes. Methods: Thirty-seven women who wore high-heel...

Abstract Background: Using high-heeled shoes in daily life affects the stability of walking, body posture, and functionality. So, the present study was aimed to determine the immediate effect of Kinesio-taping (KT) on functionality, static and dynamic balance, exercise capacity, posture in young women using high-heeled shoes. Methods: Thirty-seven...

Objective: The purpose of the present study was to investigate acute effects of muscle energy technique (MET) for the posterior shoulder on glenohumeral joint (GHJ) range of motion (ROM) and isokinetic peak torque values of GHJ rotators. Methods: Eighteen male volleyball players volunteered to participate. All participants attended both MET trial f...

Background: The efficacy of exercise-based telerehabilitation in chronic low back pain (CLBP) has not been well studied. To our knowledge, no other studies have investigated the efficacy of video exercise-based telerehabilitation software in the remote management of home exercises in patients with CLBP. Aims: The purpose of the study was to investi...

Objective: To translate and cross-culturally adapt the Telehealth Usability Questionnaire (TUQ) and the Telemedicine Satisfaction Questionnaire (TSQ) into Turkish. Also, to analyze the reliability and validity of both questionnaires. Methods: The study carried out with 107 Multiple Sclerosis (MS) monitored by the department clinician with telemedic...

Background Home exercise programs are widely used in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (OA). However, adherence to these exercises decreases in the long term due to different factors. In recent years, new approaches are being developed to increase exercise adherence (EA) for patients with OA. Although it is known that EA is low in Turkish patien...

Technological rehabilitation includes robotic and wearable devices, virtual reality applications, three-dimensional motion analysis systems and e-health and mobile health applications. Our aim was to determine the framework of the philosophy and aims of rehabilitation technology. These systems have been developed to achieve objective and reliable r...

Sanal Rehabilitasyon Oyunlarının Kilolu Kişilerde Ağırlık Merkezi Üzerine Etkisinin Değerlendirilmesi

Hippotherapy is the use of horse riding for rehabilitation and therapeutic purpose, which has proven its efficiency in improving upper legs, lower back, trunk, and abdominal muscle strength. This project aims to design a portable system that monitors electrical activity generated by targeted muscles during hippotherapy and robotic hippotherapy sess...

Hippotherapy is the use of horse riding for rehabilitation and therapeutic purpose, which has proven its efficiency in improving upper legs, lower back, trunk, and abdominal muscle strength. This project aims to design a portable system that monitors electrical activity generated by targeted muscles during hippotherapy and robotic hippotherapy sess...

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the physical activity status, foot postures and plantar pressure distributions of football assistant referees in the Istanbul Regional League, who presented with the complaint of calf pain. Methods: A total of fifteen assistant referees (mean age: 21.00±1.9 years) and 15 healthy subjects (mean age:...

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, bel ağrısına sahip genç bireylerde fiziksel aktivite düzeyi ile fiziksel yetersizlikler arasındaki ilişkiyi tespit etmektir. Yöntem: Bu çalışmaya bel ağrısına sahip 260 birey (131 kadın ve 129 erkek) dahil edildi. Katılımcıların sosyodemografik özellikleri araştırmacılar tarafından hazırlanan değerlendirme formu ile değer...

Amaç: Bireyin; denge tahtası üzerindeki salınmlarını atalet sensörleri algılayan ve bu salınımın verileri üzerinden yaptığı analiz ile kişinin denge becerisini kantitatif olarak ölçen bir sisteminin geliştirilmesini amaçlamaktayız. Bu cihazın ortaya koyduğu denge skorunu, klinik ve cihazlı denge değerlendirme yöntemleri ile kıyaslayarak geçerlik ve...

Objective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of virtual rehabilitation on balance and functionality in patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Methods: A total of 22 males who had undergone ACL reconstruction were divided into Nintendo and control groups. Both of the groups received six week accelerated rehabili...

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between core endurance and physical activity level in healthy young adults. Methods: This study was conducted with 310 university students [male=154 (49.7%) and female=156 (50.3%)] aged between 17 and 28 who attended Dokuz Eylul University. A sociodemographic data form was filled by...

Objective: In this study, we compared the effects of intermittent pneumatic compression along with conventional treatment with cold-pack treatment along with conventional treatment on clinical outcomes in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Methods: Eighty-nine patients with knee osteoarthritis participated in this study. One group received ultra...

The Relationship between Posture and Postural Stability in Healthy Individuals

Swimming and Scoliosis

Restricted Cervical Range of Motion Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Aim / Amaç: Giriş: Bel ağrısı gelişmiş toplumların birçoğunda önemli bir sağlık problemidir. Bel ağrısı yaşayan bireylerin bel ağrısı ile ilgili inanç ve tutumlarını değerlendirmek, kişilerin inanç ve tutumlarını pozitif yönde etkileyecek müdahalelerin uygulanabilirliğine yardımcı olacaktır. Amaç: Bu pilot çalışmanın amacı Bel Ağrısı Tutumları Ölçe...

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, bel ağrısına sahip genç bireylerde fiziksel aktivite düzeyi ile fiziksel yetersizlikler arasındaki ilişkiyi tespit etmektir. Yöntem: Bu çalışmaya bel ağrısına sahip 260 birey (131 kadın ve 129 erkek) dahil edildi. Katılımcıların sosyodemografik özellikleri araştırmacılar tarafından hazırlanan değerlendirme formu ile değer...

Subakromial sıkışma sendromu olan hastalarda ağrı, kifoz ve kinezyofobi ilişkisinin değerlendirilmesi

Diz osteoartriti olan hastalarda terapatik egzersizlerin ağrı, kas kuvveti, fonksiyonel kapasite, denge ve hemodinamik parametreler üzerine etkisi

Background Virtual rehabilitation systems play an increasing role in rehabilitation. They provide an interactive environment and increased motivation for patients during the session.¹ In recent years, intervention methods based on virtual reality have been studied. However, existing studies are limited because most of them focused on the balance ab...

Background Rheumatology, a subspecialty of medicine, is devoted to diagnosis and therapy of rheumatic diseases, including clinical problems in joints, soft tissues, and autoimmune diseases. “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” is one of the most read and prestigious journals in the field of rheumatology. Bibliometric studies concerning the quantity a...

Background There is a lack of literature examining local cooling on postural stability, proprioception, and motor performance following fatigue. Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of cold-pack applied on knee joint following fatigue on postural stability, proprioception, and motor performance in healthy subjects. It wa...

Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to investigate acute effects of muscle energy technique (MET) for the posterior shoulder on glenohumeral joint (GHJ) range of motion (ROM) and isokinetic peak torque values of GHJ rotators. Methods: The study was designed as double blinded randomized controlled trial. 18 male volleyball players voluntee...

Purpose: We planned to study with Kinesio taping (KT) which can be used to overcome these negative, to determine immediate effect on functionality with static and dynamic balance in healthy young people using heeled shoes. Methods: Thirty healthy female students who used heel shoes between ages of 18-24 were included in study. Static and dynamic ba...

Purpose: In recent years, the average life span has increased due to improvements in medicine and technology. And thus, problems such as health and socialization of the elderly population are among the priority issues of public health. In this regard, the World Health Organization emphasizes active aging and independence. Hand skills in geriatrics...

Purpose: Aim of this study is investigate the relationship between balance and coordination of body composition and physical activity level. Methods: Thirty healthy individuals between 18 and 25 years of age were included in the study. The TANITA Body Analyzer was used for body composition measurements. International Physical Activity Level Questio...

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine validity and reliability of the MarVAJED device that developed for training and controlling joint in shoulder proprioception. Methods: Thirty (21.80±1.71) healthy cases who are studying at Marmara University, Health Science Faculty involved in this study. After recording cases' demografic data, their...

Purposes: The purpose of the study was to examine the effects of virtual rehabilitation on knee proprioception, agility, and postural stability in healthy and sedentary adults. Methods: Twenty-two healthy and sedentary adults studying in Marmara University were participated in the study. Virtual rehabilitation was given with a Nintendo Wii device f...

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of traditional foot massage, which added to the rehabilitation program, to balance and walk function in children with Hemiparetic Cerebral Palsy. Methods: This study was performed on Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy cases treated at a Special Education and Rehabilitation Center. According to Mod...

Purpose: The aim of this study is whether any relationship between the endurance of the core muscles and the proprioception of the extremities and dynamic balance Methods: This study included sixty (37 female, 23 male, mean age 20.9±2.46) healthy volunteers. McGill Core Endurance Test-trunk anterior flexor test(TAFT), right lateral plank test(RLPT)...

Purpose: The aim of this study is whether any relationship between Foot Posture Index and dynamic balance and ankle proprioception. Methods: Fifteen female and 15 male totally 30 young adults (age range between 20-25 years) were included in the study. Static foot postures of subjects were assessed by using the 6-item Foot Posture Index (FPI). Ankle...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to test the inter-rater reliability of the upper extremity weight bearing assessment by hand dynamometer (WB). Methods: 20 healthy cases participated in this study Hand grip strength (GS) was measured for both upper extremities with the Jamar dynamometer. The gripping piece of the Jamar was fitted to the secon...

Purposes: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of virtual rehabilitation technology which provides visual and auditory stimulus aimed for educating and controlling the joint on pain, range of motion, postural stability, and functional status in individuals with ACL injury. Methods: Thirty-seven patients with ACL reconstruction were...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of 4-week rehabilitation on muscle viscoelastic properties, level of functional independence, and stroke impact in patients with stroke. Methods: Twenty-five patients diagnosed with chronic stroke were participated in the study. Subjects had no history of lower extremity injury, vestibul...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to design the more appropriate and low cost finger orthoses for the patients with finger deformity by using Computer Aided Design (CAD) program. Methods: One healthy case's finger height and width measurement was taken at 4 mm intervals to make the orthosis. Computer Aided Design program was used to obtain a s...

Purpose: Virtual reality systems improve patient's practice, motivation and commitment to rehabilitation. This great motivation results in better motor and psychological gain. Availability, acceptance and security of use are key factors in the usability of the virtual rehabilitation system. While there are studies in the literature evaluating the e...

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to determine which of the three muscle contractions, isometric, isotonic or isokinetic contraction, has the most significant acute effect on the muscle tone, elasticity and stiffness in quadriceps femoris (QF) and hamstring muscle. Methods: The study was conducted in the Virtual Rehabilitation, Biomechanics and...

Purpose: Although pain is a protective sense of the body to avoid further injuries, it may influence other somatosensory and somatomotor inputs related with its region. On the other hand proprioception is one of the most important somatosensory input that protect body from injury. Evidence suggests that pain have counfounding influence on muscle in...

Purpose: We aimed to investigate the effects of virtual reality based rehabilitation on muscle strength of lower extremities, range of motion(ROM), pain, proprioception, balance, kinesiophobia and functional status in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Methods: Twenty patients (16 female, 4 male) with knee osteoarhritis aged 40 to 65 years (58.2 ±...

Along with objective assessment, new approaches which increase patient participation and do not reduce their motivation in the rehabilitation process are needed for restoring the range of motion, increasing the muscle strength and notifying the person before reaching risky boundaries for the joint in locomotor problems affecting the joint, for gain...

Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine if there is correlation between Gravity Center (GC) and Waist-Hip Circumference Ratio. Methods: This study was conducted in Marmara University Health Science Faculty Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. 18 cases ages between 20-46 were included in this study. Inclusion criteria were having...

Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the Balance Master © Assessment System (BMAS) with Pedalo © Sensamove Balance Test (PSBT). Methods: 31 healthy cases that are studying at Marmara University participated in this study. Mean COG Sway Velocity Difference (%), Rytmic Weight Shift (deg/sec and %) and weight bearing tests were used in BMAS....

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of mirror therapy, which added to the traditional physiotherapy program, on the upper extremity functions in children with Brakial Plexus paralysis. Methods: Fifteen patients with Obstetric Brachial Plexus Paralysis [OBPP], who were being treated at a Special Education and Rehabilitation...

Abstract Purpose: This study aimed to determine the alteration of plantar pressure distribution of patients with epin calcanei diagnosis after Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT). Methods: This study was completed between May and November 2015. A total of 112 patients diagnosed with epin calcanei were invited to participate. After screening, 2...

Purpose: The aim was to investigate the effect of kinesiologic taping applied to bilateral quadriceps femoris and gastrocnemius muscles of soccer players by functional correction technique on vertical jump performance. Methods: This research was conducted with 20 healthy licensed soccer players aged 18-23. The participants' vertical jump performanc...

In recent years, many different technologies on virtual rehabilitation have been produced and used in research. However, existing studies are limited because most of them focus on the balancing ability of the elderly or studied stroke patients with same systems. Thus, it is necessary to investigate the effects of a new virtual rehabilitation system...

1. Introduction In children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (CP) the stance phase duration is shorter than the swing phase at the affected side during walking. Additionally, temporal-spatial parameters are also altered [1]. The planar flexors spasticity may one of the contributors of these changes for children with hemiplegic CP who have type 2 gait...

Effect Of Side Running On The Foot Posture Of The Regional Assistant MARK Football Referees 1. Introduction It is advised that especially the assistant football referees should follow the positions with the side running and run on the forefoot during the side running. When the literature was searched, it is seen that referees are examined by freque...

Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare kinesio taping along with conventional treatment to conventional treatment alone and to report the results of both a single and repetitive kinesio taping application applied on quadriceps femoris and hamstring muscles on pain, range of motion, muscle strength, and functional status in patients wit...

Background One of the most common symptoms of knee OA is swelling. Knee swelling negatively affects knee mechanics and muscle activity in patients with OA. Thus, knee swelling should be eliminated in the early period of rehabilitation. The utility of cold therapy for musculoskeletal injuries has been clearly established (1). It was shown that cold...

Background The virtual rehabilitation (Nintendo Wii) program works with a 3-dimensional, computer-assisted, virtual reality creation system.The system creates a mirror effect and provides the smoothness of the movement of the adult. It keeps visual and sensory feedback during exercise.The avatar that appears on the screen detects motion and display...

Background Muscle fatigue is common in sports activities and has been shown to adversely alter proprioception, impair neuromuscular control, and increase the risk of injury. Kinesiotaping has recently gained popularity among sports professionals for its assumed injury prevention and performance enhancement (1). Two studies have reported conflicting...

Background Severe knee osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by stiffness, pain, and disability of the knee joint. Severe pain negatively affects muscle strength, coordination, postural stability, proprioception, mobility, and increases fall risk and possibly fear of falling. Individuals with severe knee OA experience loss of self-efficacy, activity...

Background Hallux valgus (HV) is lateral deviation of the great toe towards the second with subluxation of the first metatarsophalangeal joint and medial deviation of the first metatarsal (1). Increasing HV severity has been shown to negatively impact on health-related quality of life and self-reported function, and HV has been linked to increased...

Background Wii Fit® games are widely used in the rehabilitation field due to their audiovisual feedback and motivating effect (1). Although it is well known that Wii Fit® games improve the quality of life in various groups (2, 3), there is no study on those who have undergone anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) arthroscopic surgery. Objectives The ai...

Background Lowback pain is a common problem whichincreasefinancialburden of government (1).The incidence of back pain that can be seen in every part of society is also high in drivers (2). We haven't seen any investigation about low back pain of Turkish drivers in literature. We thought that it should be research because of changeable ethnic differ...

Background Having a job exposing the load on the lumbar region increases lumbar pain risk. Lumbar pain takes first place in musculoskeletal disorders among health care workers. A survey which investigated musculoskeletal disorders in physiotherapists indicated that the most common musculoskeletal disorders have seen in the lumbar region. Objective...

The aim of the study was to compare the effects of low-intensity exercise programs for lower extremities, either supervised or at home, on pain, muscle strength, balance and the hemodynamic parameters of knee osteoarthritis (OA) patients. This randomized study included 78 patients with knee OA in 2 groups of supervised and home-based exercise progr...