Month: April 2024

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Does chiropractic maintenance care improve balance and reduce pain in the elderly?

In a recent pilot study, researchers delved into the effects of chiropractic care on balance, chronic pain, and associated dizziness among older adults with impaired balance. Led by Cheryl Hawk, Jerrilyn A. Cambron, and Mark T. Pfefer, (2009) the study aimed to gather preliminary insights into the efficacy of both limited and extended courses of chiropractic treatment. The study, which targeted a sample size of … Continue reading Does chiropractic maintenance care improve balance and reduce pain in the elderly?

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Unlocking recovery: How does active ankle dorsiflexion evolve post-inversion sprain?

In the realm of sports medicine, the quest for effective rehabilitation strategies following acute ankle injuries remains paramount. In 2009 a randomized trial conducted by James W Youdas and colleagues, the focus was directed towards elucidating the trajectory of recovery in active ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (AADFROM) post-inversion sprain. The study, conducted within the confines of a sports clinic, enrolled 22 participants comprising both … Continue reading Unlocking recovery: How does active ankle dorsiflexion evolve post-inversion sprain?

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Can intelligent-turtle massage improve symptoms and immune function in chronic fatigue syndrome patients?

In 2009, a study led by Ji-hong Wang and colleagues, the potential benefits of intelligent-turtle massage for individuals suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) were investigated. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of this innovative massage technique on both physical symptoms and immune functions in CFS patients. A total of 182 CFS patients were enrolled in the study and randomly divided into two groups: … Continue reading Can intelligent-turtle massage improve symptoms and immune function in chronic fatigue syndrome patients?

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Do Phantom exercises hold the key to alleviating phantom limb pain? Insights from a preliminary study

In 2009 a pilot study conducted by Ozlem Ulger and colleagues, the effectiveness of phantom limb exercises in mitigating phantom limb pain was investigated. This study aimed to shed light on the potential benefits of incorporating targeted phantom exercises into rehabilitation protocols for traumatic amputees. The study involved a cohort of 20 traumatic amputees, with ten participants receiving a regimen of phantom exercises alongside prosthetic … Continue reading Do Phantom exercises hold the key to alleviating phantom limb pain? Insights from a preliminary study

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Unveiling Rarity: Horner Syndrome Caused by Cervical Disc Herniation

Johann Friedrich Horner originally described the Horner syndrome (HS) in humans in 1869 (van der Wiel HL. 2002). HS is caused by a disruption in the oculosympathetic circuit between the hypothalamus and the orbit (Amonoo-Kuofi HS, 1999). The characteristic trio of ipsilateral eyelid ptosis, miosis, and face anhidrosis is what distinguishes HS. There are numerous causes of HS, but herniated cervical disc (HCD) is a … Continue reading Unveiling Rarity: Horner Syndrome Caused by Cervical Disc Herniation

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