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Can Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (PENS) revolutionize chronic low back pain management?

In 1999, Ghoname, et. al., conducted study about Chronic low back pain (LBP) which is a widespread condition in the United States, causing significant disability and economic burden. Current pain management strategies, including opioid and nonopioid medications, often come with adverse effects and provide limited long-term benefits. In the pursuit of effective and nonpharmacologic pain therapies, researchers investigated the potential of percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation … Continue reading Can Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (PENS) revolutionize chronic low back pain management?

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Ankle, Back, Clinical Tests, Foot, Hip, Knee, Legs, Lower Back Pain, Lumbar

Straight Leg Raise Test 5

Straight Leg Raise Test 5 – Crossed Straight Leg (Well-Leg) Raising Test of Fajersztajn Purpose: To test if a modified straight leg raise test with a bias towards the movement of the dura and contralateral lumbosacral (L4,5,S1) nerve roots assist in the differential diagnosis of nerve root pathology (disc prolapse) in people with neurologic symptoms associated with radiculopathy (1, 2). Patient position: Supine lying. Examiner … Continue reading Straight Leg Raise Test 5

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Can sham adjustments elicit treatment effects in placebo chiropractic interventions?

In a pioneering investigation conducted at a chiropractic college research clinic, a team of researchers, led by Dr. C Hawk(1999), et. al., delved into the intriguing realm of placebo chiropractic treatments. The objective was twofold: firstly, to pinpoint specific elements of sham adjustments that might elicit a treatment effect, and secondly, to evaluate their impact on the success of blinding – a crucial aspect of … Continue reading Can sham adjustments elicit treatment effects in placebo chiropractic interventions?

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Is therapeutic touch an effective modality for managing knee osteoarthritis?

In 1998, Gordon, et. al., conducted study at a community hospital family practice residency program in Pennsylvania, researchers investigated the potential effectiveness of therapeutic touch as an alternative medicine modality for treating osteoarthritis of the knee. Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, causing pain and impaired function in the affected joints. With limited treatment options available, exploring alternative … Continue reading Is therapeutic touch an effective modality for managing knee osteoarthritis?

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Can manual therapy initiate a central control mechanism for pain relief and sympathetic activation?

In the quest to better understand the effects of manipulative therapy on pain management, a groundbreaking study led by B. Vicenzino(1998), et. al., has shed light on a potential treatment-specific mechanism. The study aimed to investigate the interrelationship between manipulative therapy-induced hypoalgesia (pain relief) and sympathoexcitation (activation of the sympathetic nervous system). This cutting-edge research, conducted as a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, repeated-measures study, delves into … Continue reading Can manual therapy initiate a central control mechanism for pain relief and sympathetic activation?

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