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Are burn contractures preventable with an advanced rehabilitation approach?

Injury caused by burns is a distressingly common occurrence, necessitating meticulous care from rehabilitation teams to thwart the development of debilitating contractures. Central to this rehabilitation process is the indispensable role of physiotherapy in aiding the recovery of burn-afflicted patients. In pursuit of refining burn rehabilitation strategies, a comprehensive study conducted by F. Okhovatian, et. al.,(2007) undertook a comparative assessment of two distinct burn rehabilitation … Continue reading Are burn contractures preventable with an advanced rehabilitation approach?

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Do exercise approaches affect recovery in post-op breast cancer patients?

Breast cancer treatment often involves surgical interventions, such as radical mastectomy or quadrantectomy with axillary dissection. A critical aspect of post-operative care is physiotherapy, which aids in recovery and reduces complications. To delve into the effectiveness of different exercise approaches, researchers led by Laura Ferreira de Rezende, et. al., (2006) conducted a randomized clinical trial involving 60 women. The primary objective of the study was … Continue reading Do exercise approaches affect recovery in post-op breast cancer patients?

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Which exercise approach yields better shoulder mobility after breast cancer surgery?

In the realm of postoperative rehabilitation for breast cancer patients, a pivotal question revolves around the most effective exercise approach that not only aids in restoring shoulder mobility but also minimizes postoperative complications. With a dearth of established guidelines in this domain, researchers embarked on a mission to ascertain the optimal exercise regimen. In 2006, the study, led by Laura Ferreira de Rezende, et. al., … Continue reading Which exercise approach yields better shoulder mobility after breast cancer surgery?

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What are the short-term effects of physiotherapy and counseling in temporomandibular disorder patients with myofascial pain?

In 2000, Michelotti, et. al., conducted study about Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) which encompass a range of painful conditions affecting the jaw muscles and joints, with myofascial pain being one of the common manifestations. To address this issue, a recent controlled clinical trial aimed to assess the short-term effects of physiotherapy and counseling as potential treatments for myofascial pain in TMD patients. The study involved forty … Continue reading What are the short-term effects of physiotherapy and counseling in temporomandibular disorder patients with myofascial pain?

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Comparing rest, physiotherapy, and mobilization: Which yields better neck pain recovery?

Neck sprains are a common consequence of road accidents, often leading to persistent symptoms and discomfort for affected individuals. In an effort to improve patient outcomes, a pioneering study conducted by L.A. McKinney(1989) sought to explore the long-term effects of early mobilization exercises compared to rest or physiotherapy in patients with acute neck sprains. The study employed a single-blind, randomized, prospective design, enrolling 247 consecutive … Continue reading Comparing rest, physiotherapy, and mobilization: Which yields better neck pain recovery?

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