Muscle Contracture In Multiple Sclerosis Prevalence And Rehabilitation
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$175,583.00
Summary
A population-based study of prevalence of muscle contracture will provide helpful information to health providers about the magnitude of the problem of contracture. This information will focus research efforts, and help health care providers to allocate resources appropriately. Recent studies have found that current treatments for contracture often provide transient or no effects. This project will test a promising new direction in treatment of contracture in people with multiple sclerosis.
Morphological And Mechanical Properties Of Normal And Spastic Muscle In Children
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$91,749.00
Summary
Examining muscle structure and function assists in understanding movement. This research will develop non-invasive ultrasound imaging techniques allowing muscle fibre visualisation and assessment of muscle properties during passive length changes and active force production. We will compare structure and function of spastic muscle in children with cerebral palsy and typically developing muscle. The effects of Botox injections on spastic muscle properties will also be investigated.
Efficacy Of Interventions For Equinus Gait In Children With Cerebral Palsy
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$316,449.00
Summary
Muscle spasticity is a primary cause of disability in children with cerebral palsy; however their muscles also do not develop properly: they are weak and resistant to stretch. This study will examine the precise muscle adaptations that occur due to spasticity using innovative ultrasound techniques and motion analysis. The influence of BOTOX treatment and orthopaedic surgery on muscle structure and function will be evaluated. This research will translate into better intervention planning.
What Is The Function Of The Tibialis Posterior Muscle And Tendon During Walking And How Does It Affect Disorders Of The Foot
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$110,235.00
Summary
The tibialis posterior (TP) muscle is important for foot function and is often implicated in foot and ankle problems. We will investigate the function of TP during gait with specific reference to foot posture. In particular we will examine the mechanical function of the muscle and tendon in different foot postures and commonly used treatment modalities such as (footwear and foot orthoses).
Effect Of Testosterone Treatment Combined With Dietary Restriction On Body Fat Mass And Muscle Function In Obese Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$140,949.00
Summary
Obesity, an increasing health and economic burden, is associated with lowered testosterone levels in men. While both dietary restriction and testosterone treatment reduce body fat, whether a combination of these two approaches achieves a more pronounced fat mass reduction is unknown. We will conduct a rigorous 12 month clinical trial of testosterone treatment in 150 obese men with a low testosterone level. All men will receive dietary intervention to induce and maintain weight loss