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How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

In 2013, a study led by Miki Kudo, Kota Watanabe, and colleagues, the effectiveness of therapeutic exercise for knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) was examined, along with factors that might influence outcomes. While exercise therapy is widely recognized as beneficial for knee OA, the impact of treatment delivery methods and other influencing factors remains less understood. This study aims to fill that gap by comparing group … Continue reading How do knee flexion contracture and quadriceps muscle strength affect exercise outcomes in knee osteoarthritis?

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How effective are saunders traction and TENS in improving neck mobility?

Neck pain is a common ailment, with up to 50% of the population experiencing cervical spine discomfort at some point in their lives. In 2012, a pilot study led by Andrzej Myśliwiec and colleagues at the Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland, explored innovative treatment methods for this prevalent issue. The study focused on the effectiveness of the Saunders traction device and transcutaneous electrical … Continue reading How effective are saunders traction and TENS in improving neck mobility?

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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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Does vibration therapy speed up post-exercise muscle recovery?

In 2011, a study has demonstrated the beneficial effects of vibration therapy on alleviating delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and enhancing the recovery of range of motion following eccentric exercise, although it shows no significant impact on muscle strength recovery or serum creatine kinase levels. Exercise enthusiasts and athletes alike are no strangers to the discomfort of delayed-onset muscle soreness, typically experienced after intense or unfamiliar … Continue reading Does vibration therapy speed up post-exercise muscle recovery?

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Which stretching method reigns supreme for chronic neck pain relief?

In 2008, a randomized clinical trial led by Ana Cláudia Violino Cunha and colleagues, the effectiveness of two distinct stretching techniques in addressing chronic neck pain among women was investigated. The study, aimed to compare the outcomes of conventional static stretching with muscle chain stretching, as part of global posture reeducation, in conjunction with manual therapy. Thirty-three female participants, aged 35 to 60, were enrolled … Continue reading Which stretching method reigns supreme for chronic neck pain relief?

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