Research papers

Virtual reality to augment robot-assisted gait training in non-ambulatory patients with a subacute stroke: a pilot randomized controlled trial.

BACKGROUND Active performance is crucial for motor learning, and, together with motivation, is believed to be associated with a better rehabilitation outcome.

Duty of Notification and Aviation Safety—A Study of Fatal Aviation Accidents in the United States in 2015

After the Germanwings accident, the French Safety Investigation Authority (BEA) recommended that the World Health Organization (WHO) and European Community (EC) develop clear rules for the duty of notification process.

Psychoeducational Intervention for Symptom Management of Fatigue, Pain, and Sleep Disturbance Cluster Among Cancer Patients: A Pilot Quasi-Experimental Study.

OBJECTIVES To assess the feasibility of conducting a trial of a psychoeducational intervention involving the provision of tailored information and coaching to improve management of a cancer-related symptom cluster (fatig…

Quality of Life and Compassion Satisfaction in Clinicians: A Pilot Intervention Study for Reducing Compassion Fatigue

There were positive effects for CS and BO in participants over time, indicating possible benefits of providing self-care education to healthcare providers, and additional research is needed to address how healthcare prov…

Parallels in safety between aviation and healthcare.

Pilots pioneered ways to address risks through crew resource management (CRM), and threat and error management (TEM), which are applicable to surgery and the healthcare industry.

Treating patients suffering from myalgic encephalopathy/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) with sodium dichloroacetate: An open-label, proof-of-principle pilot trial.

Twenty-two consecutive patients suffering from refractory myalgic encephalitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) were treated with an innovative nutriceutical containing sodium dichloroacetate in a proof-of-principle, pi…

Cyclic fatigue resistance of R‐Pilot, HyFlex EDM and PathFile nickel‐titanium glide path files in artificial canals with double (S‐shaped) curvature

R-Pilot NiTi glide path files, used in a reciprocating motion, had the greatest cyclic fatigue resistance amongst the tested NiTi slide path files in an artificial S-shaped canal.

Evaluation of the effectiveness of a first aid health volunteers’ training programme using Kirkpatrick’s model: A pilot study

An evaluation based on Kirkpatrick’s model showed that the volunteers’ training programme was able to increase the knowledge and skills of participants with regard to first aid.

High-intensity cardiorespiratory and strength exercises reduced emotional distress and fatigue in patients with axial spondyloarthritis: a randomized controlled pilot study

This pilot study showed promising effects of cardiorespiratory and strength exercises on emotional distress, fatigue, and ability to do a full day’s activities in patients with axial spondyloarthritis.

Cyclic fatigue resistance of R-Pilot, WaveOne Gold Glider, and ProGlider glide path instruments

It is reported that novel reciprocating glide path instruments exhibited higher cyclic fatigue resistance than rotating glide path instrument.

A cross-sectional pilot study of compassion fatigue, burnout, and compassion satisfaction in pediatric palliative care providers in the United States

A cross-sectional pilot study of CF, BO, and CS among pediatric palliative care providers across the United States found that CF and BO directly influence the well-being and professional performance of PPC providers.

Preventing Conduct Disorder and Callous Unemotional Traits: Preliminary Results of a School Based Pilot Training Program

Preliminary evidence that child focused training delivered in the school setting can provide lasting benefits by preventing the development of CU traits, impulsivity, and CD is provided.

A Backward Walking Training Program to Improve Balance and Mobility in Acute Stroke: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Backward walking training is a feasible important addition to acute stroke rehabilitation and future areas of inquiry should examine BWT as a preventative modality for future fall incidence.

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Fatigue Management Training to Improve Police Sleep Health and Wellness: A Pilot Study

The findings suggest that a fatigue management training program resulted in positive sleep health benefits for police, and stress the importance of continued evaluation to inform the large-scale implementation of fatigue…

Effectiveness of aerobic gymnastic exercise on stress, fatigue, and sleep quality during postpartum: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

The findings can be used to encourage postnatal women to perform moderate-intensity gymnastic exercise in their daily life to reduce their stress, fatigue and improve sleep quality.

Sleep on Long Haul Layovers and Pilot Fatigue at the Start of the Next Duty Period.

In this dataset, circadian end-time of layovers is a key determinant of pilot fatigue status at the beginning of the inbound duty period.

Acupuncture in the treatment of fatigue in Parkinson's disease: A pilot, randomized, controlled, study

Fatigue is a common and disabling problem in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), and there is currently no satisfactory treatment.

Effectiveness of working memory training among children with dyscalculia: evidence for transfer effects on mathematical achievement—a pilot study

The results show that both WM and mathematical performances improved significantly after intervention, indicating a strong relationship between these two constructs.

Effect of Aromatherapy Massage on Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathic Pain and Fatigue in Patients Receiving Oxaliplatin: An Open Label Quasi–Randomized Controlled Pilot Study

Background Patients receiving oxaliplatin may experience peripheral neuropathic pain and fatigue. Aromatherapy massage, a nonpharmacological method, may help to control these symptoms.

Acute exercise effects on worry, state anxiety, and feelings of energy and fatigue among young women with probable Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A pilot study

Support is provided for the positive effects of acute aerobic exercise on worry, state anxiety, and feelings of energy and fatigue among young women with worry indicative of GAD.

Benefits of belly dance on quality of life, fatigue, and depressive symptoms in women with breast cancer - A pilot study of a non-randomised clinical trial.

Belly dance can be a viable form of physical activity for women with breast cancer and was associated with benefits for quality of life, fatigue, and depressive symptoms.

Effectiveness of two web-based cognitive bias modification interventions targeting approach and attentional bias in gambling problems: study protocol for a pilot randomised controlled trial

BackgroundDisordered gamblers have phenotypical and pathological similarities to those with substance use disorders (SUD), including exaggerated automatic cognitive processing of motivationally salient gambling cues in t…

Training Pediatric Fellows in Palliative Care: A Pilot Comparison of Simulation Training and Didactic Education

This simulation-based curriculum is an effective method for improving PC comfort, education, and consults and more frequent practice is likely needed to lead to sustained improvements in communication competence.

A pilot randomized controlled trial comparing effectiveness of prism glasses, visual search training and standard care in hemianopia

Pilot trial to compare prism therapy and visual search training, for homonymous hemianopia, to standard care (information only).

Dealing With Unexpected Events on the Flight Deck: A Conceptual Model of Startle and Surprise

Objective: A conceptual model is proposed in order to explain pilot performance in surprising and startling situations. Background: Today’s debate around loss of control following in-flight events and the implementation …

Determining the effectiveness of an Elder Abuse Nurse Examiner Curriculum: A pilot study.

The Elder Abuse Nurse Examiner Curriculum and associated training materials were efficacious in improving SANEs' self-reported knowledge of and perceived competence in delivering elder abuse care.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Treat Sleep Disturbance and Fatigue After Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

Adapted CBT produced greater and sustained improvements in sleep, daily fatigue levels, and depression compared with TAU, suggesting that CBT is a promising treatment for sleep disturbance and fatigue after TBI.

Feasibility and Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Training on Balance and GaitRecovery Early after Stroke: A Pilot Study

Objective: To investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of virtual reality training for improving balance and/or gait during inpatient rehabilitation of patients within 12 weeks after stroke.

The Effectiveness of a Simulation-Based Flipped Classroom in the Acquisition of Laparoscopic Suturing Skills in Medical Students-A Pilot Study.

Comparing with traditional approach, a simulation-based flipped classroom approach may improve laparoscopic intracorporeal knot-tying skill acquisition in medical students.

Acupuncture for cancer-related fatigue in lung cancer patients: a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled pilot trial

Fatigue is a common symptom experienced by lung cancer patients and Acupuncture may be a safe and feasible optional method for adjunctive treatment in cancer palliative care, and appropriately powered trials are warrante…

A Review of General Aviation Safety (1984-2017).

Research findings over the past 30 yr will be reviewed, and areas in which general aviation occupant survival could be improved and injury severity mitigated will be discussed with the view of equipping aircraft with cra…

From Agricultural Benefits to Aviation Safety: Realizing the Potential of Continent-Wide Radar Networks

Abstract Migratory animals provide a multitude of services and disservices—with benefits or costs in the order of billions of dollars annually.

A pilot study on feasibility, acceptance and effectiveness of metacognitive-oriented social skills training in schizophrenia

BackgroundIn preparation for a randomized controlled trial, a pilot study was conducted to investigate the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of a psychotherapy group based on metacognitive-oriented social skil…

Reducing the “cost of caring” in cancer care: Evaluation of a pilot interprofessional compassion fatigue resiliency programme

This pilot study evaluated the impact of a pilot CF resiliency (CFR) programme on interprofessional staff at a regional cancer centre and found reduced clinical stress at programme completion, which may be explained by p…

Effectiveness of exergaming in improving functional balance, fatigue and quality of life in Parkinson's disease: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

Exergaming was effective in enhancing balance and reducing fatigue in PD patients after 12 weeks of treatment, but this benefit was not sustained in the long-term.

Effectiveness of Information Processing Strategy Training on Academic Task Performance in Children with Learning Disabilities: A Pilot Study

Learning disabilities (LD) can be associated with problems in the four stages of information processing used in learning: input, throughput, output, and feedback.

Crowded skies: Conflicts between expanding goose populations and aviation safety

We here review the collision risks posed by large-bodied, flocking geese to aircraft, exacerbated by recent major increases in northern hemisphere goose populations and air traffic volume.

Promoting healthy transition to college through mindfulness training with first-year college students: Pilot randomized controlled trial

Heart rate variability biofeedback therapy and graded exercise training in management of chronic fatigue syndrome: An exploratory pilot study.

Both interventions reduce fatigue and HRV-BF seems to have additional effects on components of mental health, including depression, whereas GET seems to emphasise components of physical health.

Feasibility and Effectiveness of Memory Specificity Training in Depressed Outpatients: A Pilot Study.

This is the first study to show that MeST in an outpatient setting is feasible and can lead to an increase in autobiographical memory specificity and that it may decrease depressive symptoms.

Using Perceived Self-Efficacy to Improve Fatigue and Fatigability In Post-Surgical Lung Cancer Patients: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Background: Fatigue remains a prevalent and debilitating symptom in persons with non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Exercise has been shown to be effective in reducing fatigue, yet interventions are limited for postsurg…

Effectiveness of a High-Fidelity Simulation-Based Training Program in Managing Cardiac Arrhythmias in Children: A Randomized Pilot Study.

A simulation-based training with debriefing had positive effects on stress and satisfaction about skills of pediatric residents and nurses and on observed TSs and NTSs of the leaders during simulation sessions.

Benefits of Imperfect Conflict Resolution Advisory Aids for Future Air Traffic Control

Imposing the CRA automation did increase performance and reduce workload as compared with manual performance and the use of CRA aid would benefit ATC operations across traffic densities, suggesting its application for fu…

Latent human error analysis and efficient improvement strategies by fuzzy TOPSIS in aviation maintenance tasks.

This research establishes a new analytic process for investigating latent human error and provides a strategy for analyzing human error using fuzzy TOPSIS, which enhances the depth and broadness of human error analysis m…

Feasibility and effectiveness of adding object-related bilateral symmetrical training to mirror therapy in chronic stroke: A randomized controlled pilot study

This study showed the feasibility of adding object-related bilateral training to mirror therapy (MT) to improve upper limb (UL) activity in chronic stroke patients, and both types of training improved UL bilateral activi…

Selling safety: the use of celebrities in improving awareness of safety in commercial aviation

Results suggest that celebrities do increase the recall of safety-related information and subtitles were found to be effective, however, only in the presence of representative in-cabin aircraft noise.

Effectiveness of training community-based rehabilitation workers on multiple disabilities: A pilot study

Assessment of the effectiveness of training CBR personal with relation to knowledge on multiple disabilities showed significance on effectiveness, and there was an improvement in outcome measures reflecting on identifica…

Modelling runway incursion severity.

A structured framework for modelling causal factors and their relationship to severity is proposed, which includes a description of the airport surface system architecture, establishment of terminological definitions, th…

Effects of sleep/wake history and circadian phase on proposed pilot fatigue safety performance indicators

The Karolinska Sleepiness Scale and Samn–Perelli fatigue ratings, and psychomotor vigilance task performance and mixed‐model analysis of variance examined associations between these measures and sleep/wake history, after…

The feasibility and effectiveness of high-intensity boxing training versus moderate-intensity brisk walking in adults with abdominal obesity: a pilot study

BackgroundHigh-intensity interval training (HIIT) performed on exercise cycle or treadmill is considered safe and often more beneficial for fat loss and cardiometabolic health than moderate-intensity continuous training …