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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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How effective is scapular repositioning in enhancing cervical range of motion in torticollis patients?

In 2013, the preliminary study conducted by Desai, et. al., aimed to investigate the immediate effects of a scapular repositioning technique on pain and pressure pain threshold (PPT) in patients with acute spasmodic torticollis. The study focused on understanding how this technique could alleviate symptoms associated with this condition. A randomized, single-blind pilot study was conducted with 23 individuals aged 20-40 years, all clinically diagnosed … Continue reading How effective is scapular repositioning in enhancing cervical range of motion in torticollis patients?

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Is Talus mobilization effective for increasing ankle dorsiflexion ROM?

In 2013, the study conducted by Teixeira, et. al., aimed to investigate the immediate effects of a single anteroposterior mobilization of the talus on active dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) in individuals with various orthopedic foot and ankle injuries. Thirty participants, both male and female, aged between 18 and 50 years with unilateral orthopedic foot and ankle dysfunction were included in the study. Each participant’s … Continue reading Is Talus mobilization effective for increasing ankle dorsiflexion ROM?

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What are the benefits of supervised exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women?

A recent randomized controlled trial led by researchers Hande Basat, Sina Esmaeilzadeh, and Nurten Eskiyurt has demonstrated promising benefits of exercise on bone health and quality of life in postmenopausal women. The study, spanning six months, investigated the impact of strengthening and high-impact exercises on bone mineral density (BMD), bone turnover markers, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in postmenopausal women with osteopenia. The study … Continue reading What are the benefits of supervised exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women?

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How effective is Nia exercise in improving fatigue and quality of life during radiation therapy?

In 2013, a randomized clinical trial conducted by Debra Reis, M. Eileen Walsh, Stacey Young-McCaughan, and Tisha Jones at a large community-based hospital in the midwestern United States has unveiled promising findings regarding the benefits of a nontraditional exercise program known as Nia for women undergoing radiation therapy for breast cancer. Nia is a non-traditional exercise program that provides whole body conditioning with less impact … Continue reading How effective is Nia exercise in improving fatigue and quality of life during radiation therapy?

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