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How effective is Tai Chi in enhancing physical functioning for diabetics?

In 2013, a study conducted by Xin Liu, Yvette D. Miller, Nicola W. Burton, Jiun-Horng Chang, and Wendy J. Brown has unveiled promising results regarding the impact of Tai Chi on health-related quality of life (HR-QOL) in individuals with elevated blood glucose or diabetes who are not on medication for glucose control. The primary objective of the research was to evaluate the effectiveness of a … Continue reading How effective is Tai Chi in enhancing physical functioning for diabetics?

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Can tailored exercise interventions reduce falls in long-term care? Insights from a 2-year randomized trial

In 2001, A recent randomized controlled trial, known as the FallsFREE program, conducted by Nowalk, et. al., aimed to investigate the impact of two distinct exercise regimens over a 2-year period on falls and related outcomes among older individuals residing in long-term care facilities. The study took place in two facilities offering a spectrum of services from independent living to skilled nursing. The trial involved … Continue reading Can tailored exercise interventions reduce falls in long-term care? Insights from a 2-year randomized trial

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Which therapy triumphs? Unraveling the efficacy of manual therapy vs. physiotherapy in persistent back and neck complaints

In 1993, Koes, et. al., conducted a randomized clinical trial in primary health care settings in the Netherlands, researchers aimed to assess the effectiveness of manual therapy and physiotherapy in subgroups of patients with persistent back and neck complaints. Additionally, the study sought to explore the correlation between three crucial outcome measures employed in the trial. The study enrolled 256 patients experiencing nonspecific back and … Continue reading Which therapy triumphs? Unraveling the efficacy of manual therapy vs. physiotherapy in persistent back and neck complaints

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