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How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

While the effectiveness of manual therapy in managing tension-type headaches (TTH) remains debated, most research has focused on alleviating pain intensity and frequency. However, the potential benefits of manual therapy on patients’ quality of life have not been adequately explored. In 2016, Espí-López, et. al., conducted study which aimed to evaluate the impact of various manual therapy techniques on the quality of life in patients … Continue reading How effective are manual therapies in enhancing quality of life for tension-type headache?

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How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

A randomized controlled trial suggests that lumbopelvic manipulation could offer significant benefits for athletes suffering from patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). This condition, common among athletes, is characterized by pain around the kneecap and can impair athletic performance. In 2016 the study, led by Alireza Motealleh and colleagues, investigated the immediate effects of lumbopelvic manipulation on the electromyographic (EMG) activity of key muscles around the knee, … Continue reading How does lumbopelvic manipulation affect muscle activation in athletes with knee pain?

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What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

The study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of manual therapy according to the Utrecht School (MTU) compared to physiotherapy (PT) in patients with sub-acute and chronic non-specific neck pain. The analysis was conducted from a societal perspective, considering both the clinical and economic outcomes of these two treatment approaches. The randomized controlled trial involved 181 participants, with 90 patients receiving MTU and 91 receiving PT, … Continue reading What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

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Can McKenzie or mulligan treatments offer better relief for chronic low back pain?

In 2016, Waqqar, et. al., conducted study about Chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP) which affects people of all ages and genders, and finding the most effective treatment is crucial for improving quality of life. A recent randomized controlled trial (RCT), conducted at Riphah Physical Rehabilitation Centre, Pakistan Railways General Hospital in Rawalpindi, sought to determine which of two manual therapy approaches—McKenzie extension exercises (EEP) … Continue reading Can McKenzie or mulligan treatments offer better relief for chronic low back pain?

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Does combining fascial therapy and physiotherapy improve chronic low back pain?

Chronic aspecific low back pain (CALBP) is a complex and widespread condition with a multifactorial origin, making treatment particularly challenging. In 2015, a randomized controlled trial, led by Mirco Branchini and colleagues, sheds new light on the potential benefits of Fascial Manipulation® (FM) in managing CALBP. While traditional physiotherapy has long been recommended for this condition, this study suggests that integrating fascial therapy could provide … Continue reading Does combining fascial therapy and physiotherapy improve chronic low back pain?

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