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What risks do exercise interventions pose for vulnerable elderly populations?

In 2015, a randomized controlled trial (RCT) sheds light on the safety and risks associated with exercise interventions for elderly individuals who are both mobility-limited and chronically ill. The study, led by Timo Hinrichs and colleagues, aimed to evaluate the adverse events (AEs) experienced by participants engaging in a 12-week home-based exercise program. The trial, known as HOMEfit, involved 209 community-dwelling seniors aged 70 and … Continue reading What risks do exercise interventions pose for vulnerable elderly populations?

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Can osteopathic manipulation relieve dizziness? Findings from a meta-analysis

Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a type of manual therapy that has been used by osteopathic clinicians to manage dizziness that is caused by neuro-otologic disorders. However, there is currently no comprehensive review that provides an overall assessment of the effectiveness of OMT in treating dizziness. To our knowledge, there is no current systematic review that has evaluated the impact of OMT on dizziness. Such … Continue reading Can osteopathic manipulation relieve dizziness? Findings from a meta-analysis

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