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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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How effective is myofascial therapy for chronic tinnitus sufferers?

Tinnitus, the persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, affects millions of people worldwide, often accompanied by chronic pain in areas surrounding the ear. A recent breakthrough study suggests that myofascial trigger point deactivation might offer significant relief for those struggling with this debilitating condition. In 2012, a double-blind randomized clinical trial led by Carina Bezerra Rocha and Tanit Ganz Sanchez, 71 patients suffering from … Continue reading How effective is myofascial therapy for chronic tinnitus sufferers?

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How do cytokines influence the effectiveness of osteopathic treatment for chronic LBP?

In 2012, a study conducted at a university-based setting in Dallas-Fort Worth has shed light on the potential role of cytokines in the osteopathic manual treatment (OMT) of patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP). The research, led by John C. Licciardone and his team, delved into the associations between cytokine concentrations and key osteopathic lesions, as well as the clinical outcomes in patients … Continue reading How do cytokines influence the effectiveness of osteopathic treatment for chronic LBP?

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