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Does combining traction with stretching and infrared therapy enhance low back pain rehabilitation?

In 2012, a researchers at Cairo University have conducted a groundbreaking study exploring the benefits of lumbar extension traction in conjunction with traditional stretching exercises and infrared radiation for patients suffering from chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP). Published by Aliaa A. Diab and Ibrahim M. Moustafa, the study aimed to assess the efficacy of this combined treatment on the lumbar curve, pain levels, and … Continue reading Does combining traction with stretching and infrared therapy enhance low back pain rehabilitation?

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How does laser therapy compare to ultrasound and ischemic compression for pain management?

In 2012, Kannan, et. al., conducted study about Myofascial pain syndrome, which often rooted in the upper trapezius, presents a significant therapeutic challenge due to its impact on pain and range of motion. In a recent study, researchers set out to identify the most effective treatment for myofascial trigger points (MTPs), comparing therapeutic ultrasound, laser therapy, and ischemic compression over a five-day trial period. The … Continue reading How does laser therapy compare to ultrasound and ischemic compression for pain management?

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What role does physiotherapy play in enhancing connective tissue mobility for MPS patients?

Recent research sheds light on the significant impact of physiotherapy on patients suffering from myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in the cervical region. In 2012, the study led by Başak Acar and Oznur Tunca Yılmaz, explored how electrotherapy and exercise influence pain intensity and connective tissue mobility in these patients. The study involved 60 patients, randomly assigned to one of three groups. The first group received … Continue reading What role does physiotherapy play in enhancing connective tissue mobility for MPS patients?

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How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

In 2012, the study conducted by Martín, et. al., aimed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of a 6-week interdisciplinary treatment program for fibromyalgia (FM) called PSYMEPHY, which integrates psychological, medical, educational, and physiotherapeutic components. The research compared this comprehensive approach to standard pharmacologic care. The trial included 153 outpatients with FM from a hospital pain management unit, who were randomly assigned to either the experimental … Continue reading How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

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What predicts successful outcomes in chronic low back pain treatments?

In 2012, a study conducted by a team of researchers, including F. Cecchi, S. Negrini, and others, has shed new light on the effectiveness of different conservative treatments for chronic low back pain (cLBP). The study, which analyzed data from a randomized trial involving 210 outpatients, aimed to identify the predictors of response to three common treatments: back school (BS), individual physiotherapy (IP), and spinal … Continue reading What predicts successful outcomes in chronic low back pain treatments?

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