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Part 5- Evidence behind McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy

In this blog, which is part of a series dedicated to the McKenzie method, I discussed the scientific basis for mechanical diagnosis and therapy for the lumbar spine. The first section of these series dealt with the McKenzie overview approach, the second with evidence regarding evaluation and prognosis, the third with evidence addressing management, and the fourth with research on direction preference and centralization. In … Continue reading Part 5- Evidence behind McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy

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Can Combined Manual Therapies Improve Subacute and Chronic Neck Pain?

In 2008, the feasibility study conducted by Strunk, et. al., investigated the effectiveness of manual therapies in treating patients with subacute or chronic neck pain. The study aimed to develop and test protocols for a randomized clinical trial that combined high-velocity, low-amplitude spinal manipulation (HVLA SM) on the thoracic spine and sacroiliac joint, along with cervical spine postisometric relaxation. Additionally, the study examined the outcomes … Continue reading Can Combined Manual Therapies Improve Subacute and Chronic Neck Pain?

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Can Upper Cervical Spinal Manipulation Improve Postural Sway in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain?

Chronic mechanical neck pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition that affects a significant portion of the population. It is often accompanied by postural instability, which can lead to a higher risk of falls and decreased quality of life. One of the treatment options for neck pain is spinal manipulation, which is commonly used by chiropractors, physical therapists, and osteopaths. However, the efficacy of spinal manipulation … Continue reading Can Upper Cervical Spinal Manipulation Improve Postural Sway in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain?

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