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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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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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Is manual therapy the key to better shoulder rehabilitation?

The use of manual therapy is gaining traction in the treatment of shoulder dysfunctions, including chronic rotator cuff injuries. In 2011, a study by Dariusz Białoszewski and Grzegorz Zaborowski explores the potential benefits of integrating manual therapy into conventional rehabilitation programs. This preliminary investigation aimed to determine whether manual therapy could improve the range of motion in the glenohumeral joint and alleviate pain for patients … Continue reading Is manual therapy the key to better shoulder rehabilitation?

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Circuit class therapy or one-on-one sessions: Which benefits stroke rehabilitation best?

In 2007, controlled trial conducted by Coralie K English and colleagues, the effectiveness of circuit class therapy versus individual physiotherapy (PT) sessions in enhancing walking ability and functional balance among stroke survivors undergoing inpatient rehabilitation was examined. This non-randomized, single-blind study involved sixty-eight participants receiving inpatient stroke rehabilitation within a medical rehabilitation ward. The participants were divided into two groups: one receiving group circuit class … Continue reading Circuit class therapy or one-on-one sessions: Which benefits stroke rehabilitation best?

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What is the cost effective physiotherapy treatment option for neck pain? A comparative economic study

In 2007, a study led by M. Lewis and a team of researchers, the economic aspects of three physiotherapy treatments for non-specific neck disorders were thoroughly examined alongside a randomized trial. The study aimed to assess the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of advice and exercise plus manual therapy (MT) and advice and exercise plus pulsed shortwave diathermy (PSWD), in comparison with advice and exercise alone (A&E), … Continue reading What is the cost effective physiotherapy treatment option for neck pain? A comparative economic study

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