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What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

A randomized controlled trial investigated the impact of resistance training (RES) and its combination with chiropractic treatment (RES-C) on fibromyalgia (FM) symptoms and functionality in women diagnosed with FM. In 2009, a study led by Lynn B Panton and colleagues, the study involved women with FM, with an average age of 48 years, who were randomly assigned to either the RES group (n = 10) … Continue reading What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

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Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

In 2009, a study conducted by Fernando Ribeiro and colleagues aimed to investigate the effects of a budget-friendly strength training program targeting the ankle dorsi- and plantar flexors on muscle strength, balance, and functional mobility among elderly individuals residing in institutional settings. The study also sought to explore any associations between strength gains and improvements in balance and functional mobility. The research involved forty-eight volunteers, … Continue reading Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

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How does lower back pain influence heart rate variability response to chiropractic treatment?

In 2009, a study led by Richard A Roy and colleagues, the effects of chiropractic treatments on heart rate variability (HRV) were investigated in patients with and without lower back pain. The study aimed to compare HRV modulation following manual assisted mechanical force (Activator) or traditional diversified technique spinal manipulation. The research involved 51 participants who were randomly assigned to control, treatment, or sham groups. … Continue reading How does lower back pain influence heart rate variability response to chiropractic treatment?

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Can community yoga classes impact type 2 diabetes? A trial exploration

Yoga has emerged as a popular adjunct therapy for managing Type 2 diabetes, although its effectiveness remains a subject of debate. In a bid to shed light on this issue, a recent study delved into the feasibility of investigating community-based yoga classes for individuals with Type 2 diabetes, aiming to lay the groundwork for a definitive, multi-center trial. In 2009, Skoro-Kondza, et. al., Conducted as … Continue reading Can community yoga classes impact type 2 diabetes? A trial exploration

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Is physical therapy beneficial in managing traumatic spine fractures?

In 2009, a prospective randomized controlled trial conducted in the Netherlands has shed light on the efficacy of various nonoperative treatments for traumatic thoracic and lumbar spine fractures. Led by Agnita Stadhouder and colleagues, the study aimed to compare different treatment methods for these types of fractures, excluding cases with neurological damage and significant loss of height or spinal canal reduction. The trial, conducted across … Continue reading Is physical therapy beneficial in managing traumatic spine fractures?

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