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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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How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

In 1999, Severens, et. al., conducted study about Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) which poses a challenging scenario for patients, particularly in the realm of treatment effectiveness and associated costs. In an effort to shed light on this matter, a two-center randomized clinical trial was conducted to compare the cost-effectiveness of adjuvant treatments, specifically pairwise physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and control treatment (CT). The … Continue reading How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

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Can Neiguan point acupressure significantly reduce morning sickness in early pregnancy?

In 1992, Penacchioni, P., et. al., study aimed to assess the antiemetic effects of acupressure applied to the Neiguan point in alleviating morning sickness during early pregnancy. A randomized, double-blind, cross-over, placebo-controlled trial was conducted with sixty women in the early stages of pregnancy. Over a 12-day period, organized into four phases of 3 days each, participants were assigned to either unilateral or bilateral acupressure … Continue reading Can Neiguan point acupressure significantly reduce morning sickness in early pregnancy?

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How does Eperisone treatment compare to physiotherapy in reducing spasticity after a stroke?

In 2005, Tariq et al. conducted a study to compare the effects of Eperisone, a muscle relaxant, with physiotherapy on stroke patients. The goal was to determine whether Eperisone could effectively reduce muscle stiffness, known as spasticity, similar to the effects of physiotherapy. The study included 26 stroke patients, ranging from 15 to 75 years old, who participated in a three-week trial at the Department … Continue reading How does Eperisone treatment compare to physiotherapy in reducing spasticity after a stroke?

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