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Which is superior? Unveiling the efficacy of early ankle motion vs. conventional immobilization in achilles tendon rupture recovery

In the realm of Achilles tendon rupture treatment, various protocols advocating early ankle motion have emerged since the late 1980s. Despite the prevalence of these approaches, there remains a dearth of controlled studies comparing their efficacy with the traditional method of immobilization in a cast. Addressing this gap, a prospective, randomized clinical and radiographic study was conducted by Mortensen et al.,(1999) aiming to shed light … Continue reading Which is superior? Unveiling the efficacy of early ankle motion vs. conventional immobilization in achilles tendon rupture recovery

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How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

In 1999, Severens, et. al., conducted study about Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) which poses a challenging scenario for patients, particularly in the realm of treatment effectiveness and associated costs. In an effort to shed light on this matter, a two-center randomized clinical trial was conducted to compare the cost-effectiveness of adjuvant treatments, specifically pairwise physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and control treatment (CT). The … Continue reading How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

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Can chiropractic therapy alleviate premenstrual syndrome symptoms?

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition affecting many women, characterized by a range of distressing symptoms. In 1999, placebo-controlled, crossover clinical trial conducted by M. J. Walsh and B. I. Polus, the efficacy of chiropractic therapy in treating PMS symptoms was rigorously investigated. The study enrolled 25 subjects diagnosed with PMS, utilizing the Moos premenstrual syndrome questionnaire along with daily symptom monitoring for confirmation. … Continue reading Can chiropractic therapy alleviate premenstrual syndrome symptoms?

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Residual leg numbness after lumber decompression surgeries: A summary of research evidence.

Introduction: Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is the most frequent lumbar degenerative illness that causes patients to have redundant pain (Ravindra et al., 2018). Lower back pain (LBP) and sciatica symptoms, such as leg pain (LP) and leg numbness (LN), are common in patients with LDH (Deyo et al., 2016). In addition, LN is a major factor influencing clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction following decompression surgery … Continue reading Residual leg numbness after lumber decompression surgeries: A summary of research evidence.

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Can spinal manipulation be the answer to soothing infantile colic?

A recent randomized controlled clinical trial conducted by J.M. Wiberg, J. Nordsteen, and N. Nilsson (1999) has shed light on the short-term effects of spinal manipulation as a treatment for infantile colic. The study, set in a private chiropractic practice and the National Health Service’s health visitor nurses in Copenhagen, Denmark, aimed to determine whether spinal manipulation could provide relief for infants diagnosed with colic. … Continue reading Can spinal manipulation be the answer to soothing infantile colic?

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