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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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How effective are stretching exercises in alleviating pain in fibromyalgia patients?

In a recent study led by L. A. Matsutani and colleagues (2007), the effectiveness of a treatment regimen consisting of muscle stretching exercises, with or without laser therapy at tender points, was examined in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia (FM). The primary objective was to gauge the impact of these interventions on improving the quality of life for individuals with FM. The study, which involved twenty … Continue reading How effective are stretching exercises in alleviating pain in fibromyalgia patients?

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Which treatment strategy reigns economically: Brief pain management program vs. physical therapy for low back pain?

Current guidelines advocate for early intervention addressing psychosocial factors linked to long-term disability in acute low back pain cases. In 2007, Whitehurst, et. al., conducted study which aimed to evaluate the cost utility and effectiveness of a brief pain management program (BPM) targeting psychosocial factors compared to physical therapy (PT) for patients with low back pain in primary care, lasting less than 12 weeks. In … Continue reading Which treatment strategy reigns economically: Brief pain management program vs. physical therapy for low back pain?

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