Is manual therapy the key to better shoulder rehabilitation?

The use of manual therapy is gaining traction in the treatment of shoulder dysfunctions, including chronic rotator cuff injuries. In 2011, a study by Dariusz Białoszewski and Grzegorz Zaborowski explores the potential benefits of integrating manual therapy into conventional rehabilitation programs. This preliminary investigation aimed to determine whether manual therapy could improve the range of motion in the glenohumeral joint and alleviate pain for patients … Continue reading Is manual therapy the key to better shoulder rehabilitation?

What is the impact of physiotherapeutic rehabilitation on functional improvement in adolescents with temporomandibular disorders?

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can cause a range of issues, including muscle tension, pain in the jaw or temporomandibular joints, limited jaw movement, and audible joint symptoms. To find effective treatments for TMD in adolescents, a study conducted by Pihut et al. in 2022 compared two physiotherapeutic rehabilitation methods. The study involved 68 generally healthy patients, aged 14 to 17, who sought treatment for masticatory muscle … Continue reading What is the impact of physiotherapeutic rehabilitation on functional improvement in adolescents with temporomandibular disorders?