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Can innovative tuina manipulations revolutionize treatment for cervical spondylosis?

In 2012, a recent study led by Quanmao Ding and colleagues has unveiled significant advancements in the treatment of vertebral artery type cervical spondylosis using innovative Tuina manipulations. This novel approach not only improves clinical symptoms more effectively but also reduces the required number of treatments compared to traditional methods. The study, involving 126 patients diagnosed with this specific type of cervical spondylosis, divided participants … Continue reading Can innovative tuina manipulations revolutionize treatment for cervical spondylosis?

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What role does physiotherapy play in enhancing connective tissue mobility for MPS patients?

Recent research sheds light on the significant impact of physiotherapy on patients suffering from myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in the cervical region. In 2012, the study led by Başak Acar and Oznur Tunca Yılmaz, explored how electrotherapy and exercise influence pain intensity and connective tissue mobility in these patients. The study involved 60 patients, randomly assigned to one of three groups. The first group received … Continue reading What role does physiotherapy play in enhancing connective tissue mobility for MPS patients?

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How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

In 2012, the study conducted by Martín, et. al., aimed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of a 6-week interdisciplinary treatment program for fibromyalgia (FM) called PSYMEPHY, which integrates psychological, medical, educational, and physiotherapeutic components. The research compared this comprehensive approach to standard pharmacologic care. The trial included 153 outpatients with FM from a hospital pain management unit, who were randomly assigned to either the experimental … Continue reading How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

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How do epley and sémont-toupet maneuvers compare in inducing liberatory signs?

In 2012, a study conducted by Toupet, et. al., aimed at identifying the most effective repositioning maneuvers for treating benign positional paroxysmal vertigo (BPPV), researchers compared the efficiency of the Epley (Ep) and Sémont-Toupet (ST) maneuvers. Additionally, the study evaluated the impact of postmaneuver restrictions on vertigo and dizziness, using an analog visual scale (VAS) for assessment. The study included 226 adult patients diagnosed with … Continue reading How do epley and sémont-toupet maneuvers compare in inducing liberatory signs?

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What predicts successful outcomes in chronic low back pain treatments?

In 2012, a study conducted by a team of researchers, including F. Cecchi, S. Negrini, and others, has shed new light on the effectiveness of different conservative treatments for chronic low back pain (cLBP). The study, which analyzed data from a randomized trial involving 210 outpatients, aimed to identify the predictors of response to three common treatments: back school (BS), individual physiotherapy (IP), and spinal … Continue reading What predicts successful outcomes in chronic low back pain treatments?

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