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Which exercise strategy benefits heart transplant recipients: hospital or home-based?

In 2007, Karapolat, et. al., conducted study about Heart transplant recipients which often experience a decline in exercise capacity and overall quality of life. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of two exercise programs, one conducted in a hospital setting and the other at home, on the functional capacity, quality of life, and psychological symptoms of heart transplant patients. A total of thirty-eight heart … Continue reading Which exercise strategy benefits heart transplant recipients: hospital or home-based?

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Are eccentric exercises superior to stretching for long-term achilles tendinopathy relief?

In 2007, Norregaard, et. al., conducted study about Achilles tendon pain, which is also known as achillodynia, remains a challenge in terms of prognosis and effective treatment. In this study, the focus was on evaluating the lasting impact of eccentric exercises as compared to stretching exercises in managing patients with achillodynia. Patients who had been grappling with achillodynia for a minimum of 3 months were … Continue reading Are eccentric exercises superior to stretching for long-term achilles tendinopathy relief?

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Rethinking achilles tendon rupture treatment: can early motion replace surgery?

In a groundbreaking study conducted by Bruce C Twaddle, et. al., (2007) the conventional wisdom surrounding the treatment of Achilles tendon ruptures has been challenged. The study, titled “Early motion for Achilles tendon ruptures: is surgery important? A randomized, prospective study,” explores the intriguing question of whether surgery truly holds the key to optimal recovery, or if controlled early motion can be just as effective. … Continue reading Rethinking achilles tendon rupture treatment: can early motion replace surgery?

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Which exercise approach yields better shoulder mobility after breast cancer surgery?

In the realm of postoperative rehabilitation for breast cancer patients, a pivotal question revolves around the most effective exercise approach that not only aids in restoring shoulder mobility but also minimizes postoperative complications. With a dearth of established guidelines in this domain, researchers embarked on a mission to ascertain the optimal exercise regimen. In 2006, the study, led by Laura Ferreira de Rezende, et. al., … Continue reading Which exercise approach yields better shoulder mobility after breast cancer surgery?

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Is physical therapy alone enough for treating femoral head osteonecrosis in sickle cell disease patients?

In 2006, Neumayr, et. al., conducted study about osteonecrosis. Osteonecrosis of the femoral head is a common complication among individuals with sickle cell disease, often leading to femoral head collapse within five years of diagnosis. The effectiveness of hip core decompression as a preventive measure against osteonecrosis progression in these patients remains a topic of debate. In a comprehensive multicenter study, researchers aimed to assess … Continue reading Is physical therapy alone enough for treating femoral head osteonecrosis in sickle cell disease patients?

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