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Which spinal manipulation technique is superior for tennis elbow relief?

In 2011, a clinical trial led by Josue Fernández-Carnero and colleagues, the effectiveness of cervical versus thoracic spine manipulation was investigated in patients suffering from lateral epicondylalgia (LE), commonly known as tennis elbow. The study aimed to discern the impact of these two manipulation techniques on pressure pain threshold (PPT) and pain-free grip strength among LE patients. Conducted as a single-blind randomized clinical trial, the … Continue reading Which spinal manipulation technique is superior for tennis elbow relief?

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Can wuqinxi exercise revolutionize hand dexterity in parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that often leads to motor impairments, including reduced hand dexterity. Exercise interventions have been explored as potential strategies to address these symptoms. In 2020, the study investigates the impact of Wuqinxi, et. al., a traditional Chinese exercise, on hand dexterity in individuals with mild-to-moderate PD. Forty-six elderly participants with PD were randomly assigned to either the Wuqinxi group … Continue reading Can wuqinxi exercise revolutionize hand dexterity in parkinson’s disease?

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Does kaltenborn mobilization improve sensory function in thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis?

In 2011, Villafañe, et. al., conducted study about Thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis (CMC OA) which is a common condition among the elderly, leading to pain and functional limitations. Kaltenborn manual therapy, a specialized technique involving joint mobilization, has shown promise in alleviating pain associated with CMC OA. In this double-blind, randomized controlled trial (RCT), researchers investigated the impact of Kaltenborn manual therapy on both sensory and … Continue reading Does kaltenborn mobilization improve sensory function in thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis?

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