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Clinician Generated Forces

Clinician generated forces refer to the external forces exerted by the clinician on a patient’s body segment to diagnose, treat, and/or to facilitate recovery. Clinician generated forces can be exerted through various techniques, such as joint glides, thrusts, or the use of mechanical devices to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of various conditions. For example, sustained pressure or repetitive joint glides may help … Continue reading Clinician Generated Forces

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Patient Generated Forces

Patient generated forces refer to the internal muscular forces produced by the patient through their own voluntary actions or physiological processes. These forces include voluntary movements such as pushing or pulling, breathing, and the body’s inherent / involuntary ability to self-correct. Such internal forces exerted by the patients on their own body segments as an intervention are called as ‘patient generated forces’. For example, muscle … Continue reading Patient Generated Forces

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Training Load Metrics

Understanding Training Load Metrics in Rehabilitation In rehabilitation, training load is a key variable that therapists adjust to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. This load can be categorized into two primary types: external load and internal load. External Load (Demand) External load refers to measurable aspects that exist outside the patient, such as the physical work load prescribed during rehabilitation. In the context of resistance training, … Continue reading Training Load Metrics

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Does movement music therapy enhance physical fitness in older adults?

Recent studies have highlighted the significant physical and immunological benefits of exercise for older adults. Now, groundbreaking research suggests that incorporating music and rhythmic movement into exercise programs may offer even greater advantages. In 2013, a new study conducted by a team of researchers, including Nobuko Shimizu and colleagues, investigates the impact of a novel Movement Music Therapy (MMT) using Naruko clappers on the health … Continue reading Does movement music therapy enhance physical fitness in older adults?

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Quantification of Training Load

Historically, clinicians have relied on extensive personal experience to prescribe training regimens aimed at optimizing patient outcomes. However, a more modern approach emphasizes the use of scientific methods to quantify training load in order to create effective training programs. Quantification Methods Various methods have been employed to quantify training load, including: – Questionnaires – Training diaries – Physiological monitoring – Direct observation Recently, new indices … Continue reading Quantification of Training Load

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