Month: August 2023

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

Bilateral Straight Leg Raise Test

Purpose of Bilateral Straight Leg Raise Test: To test if the tension along the sciatic nerve, tibial nerve, L4,5,S1 nerve roots (1), conus medullaris (2), and the adjacent dura to the spinal cord (3) contribute to the neurologic symptoms associated with radiculopathy (4-6). Patient position: Supine lying. Examiner position: Standing beside the examination table, facing the patient. Procedure: Perform the limb/joint positioning sequence in the … Continue reading Bilateral Straight Leg Raise Test

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How do group exercise interventions impact functional outcomes in advanced HIV/AIDS patients?

In 2005, Mary Lou Galantino, et. al., conducted study about Living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) those are presents numerous challenges, often affecting both physical and mental well-being. In this context, exploring effective interventions for improving the quality of life (QOL) and functional outcomes of individuals with AIDS is of paramount importance. To address this, a randomized clinical trial was … Continue reading How do group exercise interventions impact functional outcomes in advanced HIV/AIDS patients?

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How effective is the combination of manual therapy and exercise for treating chronic low back pain?

Chronic low back pain is a prevalent condition that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life. Researchers led by Michael E Geisser, et. al., (2005) conducted a study to investigate the effectiveness of a treatment approach combining manual therapy with specific adjuvant exercise for alleviating chronic low back pain and reducing disability. In this single-blind, randomized, controlled trial, a group of 100 patients suffering … Continue reading How effective is the combination of manual therapy and exercise for treating chronic low back pain?

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Part 3- Evidence behind McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy

Evidence in Support of Management The randomised controlled trial is the optimal study design for evaluating therapy efficacy, with systematic reviews used to analytically summarise this evidence. Several systematic reviews have investigated the efficacy of exercise in general for back pain, with some including an analysis of McKenzie trials and others focusing particularly on the McKenzie technique. Belanger et al. (1991) discovered three scientifically admissible’ … Continue reading Part 3- Evidence behind McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy

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Can patient expectations predict the success of acupuncture and massage in alleviating chronic low back pain?

In 2001, Kalauokalani, et. al., conducted study about Chronic low back pain which is a complex medical issue often challenging to manage due to various factors, including psychological influences and the absence of a definitive superior treatment. In light of these challenges, a recent sub analysis of a randomized clinical trial examined the potential link between a patient’s expectations and the effectiveness of specific treatments … Continue reading Can patient expectations predict the success of acupuncture and massage in alleviating chronic low back pain?

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