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Is biofeedback the key to long-term relief from computer-related neck pain?

In 2011, a study led by Chao Ma, Grace P Szeto, and colleagues has unveiled promising results in the treatment of work-related neck and shoulder pain, particularly among individuals with prolonged computer use. The randomized controlled trial compared the efficacy of biofeedback, active exercise, and passive treatment against a control group, revealing that biofeedback significantly outperforms the other methods. The trial included 60 participants who … Continue reading Is biofeedback the key to long-term relief from computer-related neck pain?

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How effective are cobra, cat and fish poses for menstrual cramps?

A recent study led by Zahra Rakhshaee has highlighted the potential benefits of yoga for women suffering from primary dysmenorrhea, a prevalent issue affecting approximately 50% of female adolescents and many women of reproductive age. The clinical trial investigated the efficacy of three specific yoga poses—Cobra, Cat, and Fish—in alleviating the pain and discomfort associated with menstrual cramps. The trial included 92 female students aged … Continue reading How effective are cobra, cat and fish poses for menstrual cramps?

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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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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 workplace interventions alleviate chronic lower back pain? A french automotive industry study

In 2011, a randomized controlled trial conducted by Hala Nassif and colleagues aimed to assess the effectiveness of a specific workplace intervention for managing chronic lower back pain (LBP) among assembly workers in the French automotive industry. The study, carried out on-site at a French automotive manufacturer, recruited 75 volunteers who were randomly assigned to either an experimental group (n=37) or a control group (n=38). … Continue reading Can workplace interventions alleviate chronic lower back pain? A french automotive industry study

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