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How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

While the effectiveness of manual therapy in managing tension-type headaches (TTH) remains debated, most research has focused on alleviating pain intensity and frequency. However, the potential benefits of manual therapy on patients’ quality of life have not been adequately explored. In 2016, Espí-López, et. al., conducted study which aimed to evaluate the impact of various manual therapy techniques on the quality of life in patients … Continue reading How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

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Is the McKenzie method enhanced with MET the key to relieving chronic back pain?

Chronic low back pain (LBP) affects millions worldwide, driving a persistent search for more effective treatments. A recent study highlights a promising new approach that combines the McKenzie method with Muscle Energy Technique (MET) to enhance spine function in patients suffering from chronic LBP. In 2015, the research conducted by a team of scientists led by Paweł Szulc and Michał Wendt, involved 60 participants, both … Continue reading Is the McKenzie method enhanced with MET the key to relieving chronic back pain?

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Can combined acupuncture and massage alleviate temporomandibular joint disorders?

In a recent study published in Chinese, researchers aimed to investigate the efficacy of electroacupuncture pulse stimulation and massage therapy in treating temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). TMD affects a significant number of individuals and can cause symptoms such as myofacial pain and external pterygoid muscle spasm. Ninety-six patients diagnosed with TMD, including 54 with myofacial pain and 42 with external pterygoid muscle spasm, were randomly … Continue reading Can combined acupuncture and massage alleviate temporomandibular joint disorders?

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Does Incorporating Osteopathic Methods Enhance Rehabilitation for Vertebral Artery Syndrome Patients?

In 2018, Belash, et. al., conducted study to assess the efficacy of osteopathic treatment as part of combined therapy for patients with vertebral artery syndrome (VAS). VAS is characterized by impaired blood supply in the vertebral-basilar system due to degenerative-dystrophic processes in the cervical spine. This study aimed to evaluate the benefits of incorporating osteopathic methods to alleviate functional abnormalities in blood flow. From January … Continue reading Does Incorporating Osteopathic Methods Enhance Rehabilitation for Vertebral Artery Syndrome Patients?

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