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How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

While the effectiveness of manual therapy in managing tension-type headaches (TTH) remains debated, most research has focused on alleviating pain intensity and frequency. However, the potential benefits of manual therapy on patients’ quality of life have not been adequately explored. In 2016, Espí-López, et. al., conducted study which aimed to evaluate the impact of various manual therapy techniques on the quality of life in patients … Continue reading How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

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Can a local exercise program improve recovery for pediatric burn patients?

A groundbreaking study has shown that children with severe burns can significantly improve their muscle strength, lean mass, and aerobic capacity through a community-based exercise program, offering a convenient alternative to hospital-based rehabilitation. In 2016, the research led by Raquel Peña and colleagues, aimed to address the long-term physical challenges faced by pediatric burn patients, such as muscle breakdown, weakness, and poor fitness. These issues … Continue reading Can a local exercise program improve recovery for pediatric burn patients?

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How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

A randomized controlled trial suggests that lumbopelvic manipulation could offer significant benefits for athletes suffering from patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This condition, common among athletes, is characterized by pain around the kneecap and can impair athletic performance. In 2016 the study, led by Alireza Motealleh and colleagues, investigated the immediate effects of lumbopelvic manipulation on the electromyographic (EMG) activity of key muscles around the knee, … Continue reading How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

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What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

In 2016, a randomized controlled trial led by Mohd Shukry Mat Eil Ismail and colleagues has explored the effects of preoperative physiotherapy on patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for primary knee osteoarthritis. While physiotherapy is widely recognized as a critical component of rehabilitation following joint replacement surgeries, the study aimed to assess whether starting physiotherapy before surgery could improve short-term functional outcomes. The trial … Continue reading What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

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What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

The study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of manual therapy according to the Utrecht School (MTU) compared to physiotherapy (PT) in patients with sub-acute and chronic non-specific neck pain. The analysis was conducted from a societal perspective, considering both the clinical and economic outcomes of these two treatment approaches. The randomized controlled trial involved 181 participants, with 90 patients receiving MTU and 91 receiving PT, … Continue reading What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

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