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What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

The study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of manual therapy according to the Utrecht School (MTU) compared to physiotherapy (PT) in patients with sub-acute and chronic non-specific neck pain. The analysis was conducted from a societal perspective, considering both the clinical and economic outcomes of these two treatment approaches. The randomized controlled trial involved 181 participants, with 90 patients receiving MTU and 91 receiving PT, … Continue reading What are the economic and clinical outcomes of manual therapy vs physiotherapy in neck pain management?

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Can McKenzie or mulligan treatments offer better relief for chronic low back pain?

In 2016, Waqqar, et. al., conducted study about Chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP) which affects people of all ages and genders, and finding the most effective treatment is crucial for improving quality of life. A recent randomized controlled trial (RCT), conducted at Riphah Physical Rehabilitation Centre, Pakistan Railways General Hospital in Rawalpindi, sought to determine which of two manual therapy approaches—McKenzie extension exercises (EEP) … Continue reading Can McKenzie or mulligan treatments offer better relief for chronic low back pain?

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Does combining fascial therapy and physiotherapy improve chronic low back pain?

Chronic aspecific low back pain (CALBP) is a complex and widespread condition with a multifactorial origin, making treatment particularly challenging. In 2015, a randomized controlled trial, led by Mirco Branchini and colleagues, sheds new light on the potential benefits of Fascial Manipulation® (FM) in managing CALBP. While traditional physiotherapy has long been recommended for this condition, this study suggests that integrating fascial therapy could provide … Continue reading Does combining fascial therapy and physiotherapy improve chronic low back pain?

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Is the McKenzie method enhanced with MET the key to relieving chronic back pain?

Chronic low back pain (LBP) affects millions worldwide, driving a persistent search for more effective treatments. A recent study highlights a promising new approach that combines the McKenzie method with Muscle Energy Technique (MET) to enhance spine function in patients suffering from chronic LBP. In 2015, the research conducted by a team of scientists led by Paweł Szulc and Michał Wendt, involved 60 participants, both … Continue reading Is the McKenzie method enhanced with MET the key to relieving chronic back pain?

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Is exercise the key to managing parkinson’s disease symptoms?

In 2015, a pilot study led by a team of researchers, including Alessandro Carvalho and colleagues, highlights the potential benefits of strength training (ST) and aerobic training (AT) as supplementary treatments for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The study, published in [Journal Name if known], aimed to compare the effects of these exercise programs with traditional physiotherapy on motor symptoms, functional capacity, and brain activity in patients … Continue reading Is exercise the key to managing parkinson’s disease symptoms?

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