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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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Can exercise improve physical performance in advanced cancer? A controlled trial perspective

In a pioneering endeavor to explore the potential benefits of physical exercise for cancer patients facing advanced and incurable disease, a rigorous randomized controlled trial was conducted by Line M Oldervoll and colleagues(2011). Their research, aimed at investigating the hypothesis that physical exercise could alleviate fatigue and enhance physical performance in this vulnerable population, yielded insightful findings that may reshape approaches to supportive care in … Continue reading Can exercise improve physical performance in advanced cancer? A controlled trial perspective

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Unlocking the potential: How does Tai Chi impact health in elderly care settings?

In 2009, Lee, et. al., conducted study about Maintaining good health-related quality of life (HRQOL) which is a crucial goal in elderly residential care. However, identifying effective interventions to achieve this goal remains a challenge. This study aims to assess the influence of Tai Chi on HRQOL among nursing home residents. A non-equivalent pretest-posttest control-group design was employed. A sample of 139 residents from six … Continue reading Unlocking the potential: How does Tai Chi impact health in elderly care settings?

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What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

A randomized controlled trial investigated the impact of resistance training (RES) and its combination with chiropractic treatment (RES-C) on fibromyalgia (FM) symptoms and functionality in women diagnosed with FM. In 2009, a study led by Lynn B Panton and colleagues, the study involved women with FM, with an average age of 48 years, who were randomly assigned to either the RES group (n = 10) … Continue reading What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

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Can individualized functional training ease chronic low back pain? A pilot study inquiry

In 2009 pilot study, conducted by Jau-Yih Tsauo and colleagues, the effectiveness of an individualized functional training program for patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP) was investigated. This study aimed to explore the impact of such a program on alleviating pain and improving functional capacity in individuals with non-specific LBP lasting for at least three months. The study employed a randomized, controlled trial … Continue reading Can individualized functional training ease chronic low back pain? A pilot study inquiry

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