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How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

A randomized controlled trial suggests that lumbopelvic manipulation could offer significant benefits for athletes suffering from patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This condition, common among athletes, is characterized by pain around the kneecap and can impair athletic performance. In 2016 the study, led by Alireza Motealleh and colleagues, investigated the immediate effects of lumbopelvic manipulation on the electromyographic (EMG) activity of key muscles around the knee, … Continue reading How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

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What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

In 2016, a randomized controlled trial led by Mohd Shukry Mat Eil Ismail and colleagues has explored the effects of preoperative physiotherapy on patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for primary knee osteoarthritis. While physiotherapy is widely recognized as a critical component of rehabilitation following joint replacement surgeries, the study aimed to assess whether starting physiotherapy before surgery could improve short-term functional outcomes. The trial … Continue reading What is the impact of physiotherapy on range of motion after knee replacement?

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What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

The study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of manual therapy according to the Utrecht School (MTU) compared to physiotherapy (PT) in patients with sub-acute and chronic non-specific neck pain. The analysis was conducted from a societal perspective, considering both the clinical and economic outcomes of these two treatment approaches. The randomized controlled trial involved 181 participants, with 90 patients receiving MTU and 91 receiving PT, … Continue reading What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

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Is Harmonic technique the key to reducing pain and disability in chronic low back pain sufferers?

A new preliminary study has compared the effectiveness of two therapeutic approaches—Harmonic Technique (HT) and End-Range Loading (ERL)—in reducing pain and disability for patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP). In 2016 research Conducted by Amir Massoud Arab, Heidar Saadati, and Rahman Sheikhhoseini, the small-scale study aimed to assess whether one method provides superior relief to patients dealing with this pervasive condition. The study … Continue reading Is Harmonic technique the key to reducing pain and disability in chronic low back pain sufferers?

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Does combining Tai Chi with memory training boost cognitive health?

In 2016, a study aimed to assess the benefits of combining Taoist Tai Chi (TTC) with a memory intervention program (MIP) for individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment (aMCI). Led by Jennifer N. Fogarty and a team of researchers, the study hypothesized that combining TTC with memory training would outperform memory training alone in enhancing memory performance and overall health outcomes in participants. A total of … Continue reading Does combining Tai Chi with memory training boost cognitive health?

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