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Does integrating systematic graded exposure improve chronic pain management group outcomes?

In the realm of chronic pain management, systematic graded exposure in vivo (GEXP) has emerged as a promising intervention to alleviate pain-related fear and disability. While individual cases have demonstrated its efficacy, its effectiveness within broader clinical settings, particularly in group-based treatments, remains uncertain. In 2007 a study by Vida V. Bliokas and colleagues sought to ascertain whether the integration of GEXP into a multidisciplinary … Continue reading Does integrating systematic graded exposure improve chronic pain management group outcomes?

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Does combining cervical traction with neural mobilization improve outcomes in cervical radiculopathy patients?

Cervical radiculopathy (CR) is a common condition characterized by the compression or irritation of nerve roots in the cervical spine, leading to pain and functional limitations. The use of various interventions, including cervical traction (CT) and neural mobilization (NM), has been reported in the management of CR. However, limited clinical data are available to support the effectiveness of these interventions. In 2021, Savva et al. … Continue reading Does combining cervical traction with neural mobilization improve outcomes in cervical radiculopathy patients?

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How Do Spinal Manipulation and Ultrasound Compare in Terms of Pain Intensity Reduction for Mechanical Neck Pain?

In 2002, Moodley, et. al., randomized clinical trial aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of spinal manipulation compared to ultrasound therapy in the management of patients with neck pain. The study employed a randomized clinical trial design. The research was conducted at the Technikon Natal Chiropractic Clinic-Durban, South Africa. Thirty individuals with neck pain, ranging in age from 16 to 60 years, were randomly assigned to … Continue reading How Do Spinal Manipulation and Ultrasound Compare in Terms of Pain Intensity Reduction for Mechanical Neck Pain?

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Is there any evidence to support the effectiveness of physical therapy for treating adhesive capsulitis?

Adhesive capsulitis is a condition that affects about 1% of the general population. There is not enough research available to give clear instructions on how much manual therapy and exercise treatment someone with this condition should receive. In other words, doctors and physical therapists may not know the best amount of therapy to recommend to patients with adhesive capsulitis because there is not enough research … Continue reading Is there any evidence to support the effectiveness of physical therapy for treating adhesive capsulitis?

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Can osteopathic manipulation relieve dizziness? Findings from a meta-analysis

Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a type of manual therapy that has been used by osteopathic clinicians to manage dizziness that is caused by neuro-otologic disorders. However, there is currently no comprehensive review that provides an overall assessment of the effectiveness of OMT in treating dizziness. To our knowledge, there is no current systematic review that has evaluated the impact of OMT on dizziness. Such … Continue reading Can osteopathic manipulation relieve dizziness? Findings from a meta-analysis

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