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Does passive stretching improve muscle mechanics in spastic cerebral palsy?

Researchers have long sought effective strategies to manage motor impairments in children with spastic cerebral palsy, a condition characterized by excessive muscle stiffness that can hinder movement and function. In 2015, a study led by Nicola Theis, alongside Thomas Korff and Amir A. Mohagheghi, sheds new light on this topic by investigating the effects of long-term passive stretching on muscle-tendon unit mechanics. Cerebral palsy often … Continue reading Does passive stretching improve muscle mechanics in spastic cerebral palsy?

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How does foam rolling impact post-exercise muscle recovery?

In 2015, a study conducted by researchers at a university laboratory has shed light on the potential benefits of foam rolling for alleviating delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and improving muscular performance following intense exercise. The study, led by Gregory E. P. Pearcey and colleagues, explored whether foam rolling could serve as an effective recovery tool after a strenuous workout. The research involved eight healthy, physically … Continue reading How does foam rolling impact post-exercise muscle recovery?

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Can trigger point management enhance the effectiveness of migraine therapy?

Migraine is one of the most common types of headaches, often exacerbated by cervical myofascial and trigger point disorders. Positional Release Therapy (PRT) is an indirect technique designed to treat these trigger points. In 2015, Ghanbari, et. al., conducted the study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of managing trigger points through PRT combined with routine medical therapy compared to routine medical therapy alone in treating … Continue reading Can trigger point management enhance the effectiveness of migraine therapy?

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How effective is yoga for improving sleep and HRQoL during chemotherapy?

Chemotherapy is often accompanied by a range of treatment-related symptoms, including fatigue, sleep disturbances, and a decline in health-related quality of life (HRQoL). While the potential benefits of yoga in alleviating these symptoms post-treatment have been recognized, its impact during chemotherapy has remained underexplored. In 2015, a study led by Suzanne C. Danhauer and her colleagues aimed to address this gap by assessing the feasibility … Continue reading How effective is yoga for improving sleep and HRQoL during chemotherapy?

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Does the frequency of yoga sessions impact pain relief for chronic low back pain sufferers?

In the realm of nonpharmacological treatments like yoga, blinding participants in clinical trials is notoriously challenging, raising questions about how expectations might influence the effectiveness of such therapies. A study led by Huong H. Tran, along with colleagues Janice Weinberg, Karen J. Sherman, and Robert B. Saper, sought to investigate whether patient preferences and expectations regarding the frequency of yoga sessions could affect outcomes in … Continue reading Does the frequency of yoga sessions impact pain relief for chronic low back pain sufferers?

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