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How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

In 2013, a study led by Miki Kudo, Kota Watanabe, and colleagues, the effectiveness of therapeutic exercise for knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) was examined, along with factors that might influence outcomes. While exercise therapy is widely recognized as beneficial for knee OA, the impact of treatment delivery methods and other influencing factors remains less understood. This study aims to fill that gap by comparing group … Continue reading How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

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How effective are targeted massages for hospitalized COPD patients?

In 2013, Kurzaj, et. al., conducted study about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) which patients hospitalized for symptom exacerbation may find new hope in specialized physiotherapy methods. A recent study conducted at the clinical hospital in Wroclaw reveals that additional targeted massage treatments can significantly enhance the BODE index, a critical measure of COPD severity. The research involved 30 COPD patients receiving standard pharmacological treatments … Continue reading How effective are targeted massages for hospitalized COPD patients?

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How effective is osteopathic manipulative treatment for pregnant women’s circulatory health?

In 2013, a study led by Kendi L. Hensel, Christina F. Pacchia, and Michael L. Smith at the obstetric clinics of UNTHealth has shed light on the potential benefits of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) for pregnant women, particularly in the third trimester. As pregnancy progresses, women experience significant physiological changes, including increased blood volume and cardiac output. These changes can challenge hemodynamic control, especially during … Continue reading How effective is osteopathic manipulative treatment for pregnant women’s circulatory health?

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Does OMT offer relief for diabetes patients with persistent low back pain?

In 2013, Licciardone, et. al., conducted study about Chronic pain which often complicates the management of diabetes mellitus, posing a significant challenge for patients and healthcare providers alike. However, recent findings from a subgroup analysis of the OSTEOPAThic Health outcomes In Chronic low back pain (OSTEOPATHIC) Trial suggest that osteopathic manual treatment (OMT) could offer meaningful relief for those grappling with both diabetes and chronic … Continue reading Does OMT offer relief for diabetes patients with persistent low back pain?

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How effective is massage therapy in alleviating chemotherapy side effects for pediatric cancer patients?

Chemotherapy, a life-saving treatment for cancer, often brings about distressing side effects, particularly nausea and vomiting. These symptoms can be so severe that they hinder the completion of treatment. Traditional antiemetics, while helpful, come with their own side effects and don’t always provide complete relief. Seeking alternative solutions, a recent study explored the potential of massage therapy to mitigate these symptoms in pediatric cancer patients. … Continue reading How effective is massage therapy in alleviating chemotherapy side effects for pediatric cancer patients?

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