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Do Phantom exercises hold the key to alleviating phantom limb pain? Insights from a preliminary study

In 2009 a pilot study conducted by Ozlem Ulger and colleagues, the effectiveness of phantom limb exercises in mitigating phantom limb pain was investigated. This study aimed to shed light on the potential benefits of incorporating targeted phantom exercises into rehabilitation protocols for traumatic amputees. The study involved a cohort of 20 traumatic amputees, with ten participants receiving a regimen of phantom exercises alongside prosthetic … Continue reading Do Phantom exercises hold the key to alleviating phantom limb pain? Insights from a preliminary study

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Can individualized functional training ease chronic low back pain? A pilot study inquiry

In 2009 pilot study, conducted by Jau-Yih Tsauo and colleagues, the effectiveness of an individualized functional training program for patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP) was investigated. This study aimed to explore the impact of such a program on alleviating pain and improving functional capacity in individuals with non-specific LBP lasting for at least three months. The study employed a randomized, controlled trial … Continue reading Can individualized functional training ease chronic low back pain? A pilot study inquiry

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Which rehabilitation approach reigns supreme? A comparative study of hand injury therapies

In the realm of hand injury rehabilitation, the effectiveness of traditional therapeutic exercises versus a novel approach mimicking activities of daily living (ADL) has been rigorously examined by Umut Guzelkucuk et. al., (2007). Their study sheds light on optimizing rehabilitation strategies for young adult patients with hand injuries. In this randomized controlled trial, thirty-six patients experiencing functional loss due to hand injuries were enlisted. These … Continue reading Which rehabilitation approach reigns supreme? A comparative study of hand injury therapies

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Can chiropractic manipulation lower fall risk in older adults with balance issues?

In 2007, a feasibility study conducted by Cheryl Hawk and colleagues, the potential short-term effects of chiropractic spinal manipulation on reducing the risk of falls in older adults with impaired balance were explored. The study aimed to gather preliminary information crucial for the development of future investigations into the role of chiropractic care in mitigating fall risk within this demographic, as assessed by the Berg … Continue reading Can chiropractic manipulation lower fall risk in older adults with balance issues?

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Which therapy triumphs: Manipulation or TENS for cervicogenic headache relief?”

In 2007, a study conducted by Chen Li, et. al., the effectiveness of manipulation treatment and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for alleviating cervicogenic headache was compared. Cervicogenic headache, characterized by pain originating from the cervical spine, is a common condition affecting many individuals. Seventy patients with cervicogenic headache were randomly assigned to either receive manipulation treatment or TENS treatment. Both treatments were administered every … Continue reading Which therapy triumphs: Manipulation or TENS for cervicogenic headache relief?”

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