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Does early exercise intervention alleviate low back pain post lumbar microdiscectomy?

In 2021, a study conducted by Lorraine LeBlanc, et. al., deals the effects of early versus late exercise intervention on low back pain, fear avoidance, neurodynamic mobility, and function were investigated following a unilateral lumbar microdiscectomy. Lumbar microdiscectomy is a common surgical procedure for disc-related back issues, and exercise is often recommended postoperatively. However, the optimal timing and protocols for exercise intervention remain contentious. Forty … Continue reading Does early exercise intervention alleviate low back pain post lumbar microdiscectomy?

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Rowe’s Test

Rowe’s Test (anterior glenohumeral instability) Purpose: To test if there is a presence of a transient and/or recurrent anterior subluxation of the shoulder joint causing a dead-arm syndrome (1). Patient position: Standing or Supine lying. Examiner position: Standing beside the patient’s affected side. Procedure: In Rowe’s test for shoulder instability, the patient is either in standing or lies down in the supine position. The examiner moves … Continue reading Rowe’s Test

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Is mulligan mobilization more effective than muscle energy technique?

In 2021, Manzoor, et. al., conducted quasi-experimental study, at the Physiotherapy Department of Mayo Hospital in Lahore, Pakistan, aimed to compare the effectiveness of muscle energy technique and Mulligan mobilization in patients experiencing non-specific neck pain. The study, conducted from March to September 2017, involved participants of any gender with non-specific neck pain, divided into two groups. Group 1 received muscle energy technique, while Group … Continue reading Is mulligan mobilization more effective than muscle energy technique?

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Can myofascial release techniques transform muscle activity in chronic low-back pain?

In 2021, Ożóg, et. al., conducted study about Chronic low-back pain (CLBP) which poses a significant challenge globally, with lumbosacral dysfunctions and associated pain syndromes being prevalent. Emerging research suggests a potential role of thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) dysfunction in contributing to CLBP, with increased muscle resting activity observed in the TLF region of individuals with CLBP. Myofascial release (MFR) has emerged as a therapeutic option … Continue reading Can myofascial release techniques transform muscle activity in chronic low-back pain?

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Which stretching device prevails? A comparative analysis of theraBite® and dynasplint for trismus in head and neck cancer patients

In 2020, van der Geer, et. al., conducted study about Trismus, characterized by restricted mouth opening, is a common issue in head and neck cancer patients. This study aimed to assess and compare the effectiveness of two stretching devices, the TheraBite® Jaw Motion Rehabilitation System™ and the Dynasplint Trismus System®, in improving maximal mouth opening (MMO) in this patient population. A randomized controlled trial was … Continue reading Which stretching device prevails? A comparative analysis of theraBite® and dynasplint for trismus in head and neck cancer patients

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