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Is surgical repair the ultimate solution for shoulder dislocation recurrence?

In 2007, a groundbreaking study led by Bent Wulff Jakobsen and his team has shed new light on the treatment of first-time traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation. The research, conducted over a 10-year period, compared the long-term outcomes of two primary treatment approaches: surgical repair and conservative management. The findings suggest that surgical intervention significantly outperforms conservative treatment in preventing recurrences and ensuring better patient outcomes. … Continue reading Is surgical repair the ultimate solution for shoulder dislocation recurrence?

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Does extracorporeal shockwave therapy combined with eccentric loading and stretching exercises provide long-term relief for non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy?

Achilles tendinopathy is a common condition that affects athletes and individuals who engage in activities that require repetitive stress on the Achilles tendon. It is a debilitating condition that can significantly impair mobility and quality of life. Several treatment options are available, including conservative management, physical therapy, and surgery. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is an innovative and non-invasive treatment option that has been shown to … Continue reading Does extracorporeal shockwave therapy combined with eccentric loading and stretching exercises provide long-term relief for non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy?

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What are movement system impairment syndromes? A detailed explanation.

For more than 15 years, researchers have focused on classifying patients with low back and neck pain (Ford JJ, Hahne AJ. 2013; Foster NE, et al. 2011; McKenzie R. 1981; O’Sullivan P. 2005; Van Dillen L, et al. 2003; Weiner B. 2008b; Delitto A, et al. 1995; Fritz J, et al. 2007; Kamper SJ, et al. 2010). However, as physical therapists, we do not have … Continue reading What are movement system impairment syndromes? A detailed explanation.

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