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How effective Is yoga in reducing Menopausal symptoms and Insomnia?

In 2012, a pioneering randomized clinical trial conducted by researchers. They have found that yoga can significantly reduce insomnia and climacteric symptoms in postmenopausal women. The study, led by Rui Ferreira Afonso and his team, sheds new light on the potential of yoga to enhance physical and mental health in this demographic. While yoga’s positive effects on insomnia and climacteric symptoms have been previously documented, … Continue reading How effective Is yoga in reducing Menopausal symptoms and Insomnia?

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How effective are cobra, cat and fish poses for menstrual cramps?

A recent study led by Zahra Rakhshaee has highlighted the potential benefits of yoga for women suffering from primary dysmenorrhea, a prevalent issue affecting approximately 50% of female adolescents and many women of reproductive age. The clinical trial investigated the efficacy of three specific yoga poses—Cobra, Cat, and Fish—in alleviating the pain and discomfort associated with menstrual cramps. The trial included 92 female students aged … Continue reading How effective are cobra, cat and fish poses for menstrual cramps?

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How do patient expectations affect outcomes in manual therapy for low back pain?

In 2011, a secondary analysis of a clinical trial, conducted by Mark D. Bishop, Joel E. Bialosky, and Josh A. Cleland, sheds light on the role of patient expectations in the treatment of low back pain (LBP). The study aimed to explore patient expectations regarding various common interventions for LBP and to assess how these expectations influence self-reported disability outcomes, particularly focusing on spinal manipulation … Continue reading How do patient expectations affect outcomes in manual therapy for low back pain?

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Which spinal manipulation technique is superior for tennis elbow relief?

In 2011, a clinical trial led by Josue Fernández-Carnero and colleagues, the effectiveness of cervical versus thoracic spine manipulation was investigated in patients suffering from lateral epicondylalgia (LE), commonly known as tennis elbow. The study aimed to discern the impact of these two manipulation techniques on pressure pain threshold (PPT) and pain-free grip strength among LE patients. Conducted as a single-blind randomized clinical trial, the … Continue reading Which spinal manipulation technique is superior for tennis elbow relief?

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Which stretching method reigns supreme for chronic neck pain relief?

In 2008, a randomized clinical trial led by Ana Cláudia Violino Cunha and colleagues, the effectiveness of two distinct stretching techniques in addressing chronic neck pain among women was investigated. The study, aimed to compare the outcomes of conventional static stretching with muscle chain stretching, as part of global posture reeducation, in conjunction with manual therapy. Thirty-three female participants, aged 35 to 60, were enrolled … Continue reading Which stretching method reigns supreme for chronic neck pain relief?

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