How To Monitor Changes?

Monitoring changes in patients within and between sessions is important for evaluating the effectiveness of interventions. The methods for monitoring these changes can be grouped into subjective and objective tests and measures, depending on the condition being treated. Below are some widely used tests and measures to track within- and between-session changes: 1. Within-Session Changes (Immediate Changes) These methods evaluate immediate responses after an intervention, … Continue reading How To Monitor Changes?

Is regular exercise the key to lowering Cardiac injury in seniors?

In 2016, a pilot study led by Christopher R. deFilippi and colleagues provides encouraging evidence that moderate physical activity (PA) can help protect the hearts of older adults, potentially reducing subclinical cardiac injury. The study, published by the LIFE Study Group, looked at the effects of moderate exercise on cardiac health, specifically measuring high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T (hs-cTnT)—a biomarker linked to heart cell damage and … Continue reading Is regular exercise the key to lowering Cardiac injury in seniors?

Noninvasive Procedures

Cervical Upglide Thrust (C2-C7) Patient Position: Supine on the table with the cervical spine in a neutral position. Clinician Position: Standing beside the patient’s head. The superior forearm is placed under the patient’s neck to facilitate upper cervical side bending and rotation to the right. The superior hand rests on the patient’s chin. The lower cervical spine is positioned into left side bending. The segment … Continue reading Noninvasive Procedures

What are the effects of yoga versus strengthening exercises on quality of life for breast cancer survivors?

In 206, Stan, et. al., conducted study about Fatigue which is a prevalent and distressing symptom that many cancer survivors face, particularly those recovering from breast cancer. Mindful exercise interventions, such as yoga, have shown potential in alleviating cancer-related fatigue. However, the specific impact of yoga on fatigued breast cancer survivors has not been clearly established, as previous studies have involved diverse survivor populations. In … Continue reading What are the effects of yoga versus strengthening exercises on quality of life for breast cancer survivors?

How To Prescribe An Intervention?

1. Introduction To The Guide To Good Prescribing Prescribing is a complex task that must be grounded in evidence-based principles. Safe and effective prescribing is a practical skill that should be taught to trainees and evaluated using models like the WHO Guide to Good Prescribing (Tichelaar, J, et al. 2020), which provides an evidence-based framework for drug prescription. According to WR Thompson et al. (2020), … Continue reading How To Prescribe An Intervention?