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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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Does combining traction with stretching and infrared therapy enhance low back pain rehabilitation?

In 2012, a researchers at Cairo University have conducted a groundbreaking study exploring the benefits of lumbar extension traction in conjunction with traditional stretching exercises and infrared radiation for patients suffering from chronic mechanical low back pain (CMLBP). Published by Aliaa A. Diab and Ibrahim M. Moustafa, the study aimed to assess the efficacy of this combined treatment on the lumbar curve, pain levels, and … Continue reading Does combining traction with stretching and infrared therapy enhance low back pain rehabilitation?

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Is percutaneous disk decompression the superior choice for managing intervertebral disk herniation pain?

In 2011, a groundbreaking study conducted by a Erginousakis, et. al., including Dimitrios Erginousakis and colleagues, has shed new light on the treatment of intervertebral disk herniation. The study meticulously compared the outcomes of conservative therapy and percutaneous disk decompression (PDD) in alleviating pain and enhancing mobility over short, intermediate, and long-term periods. The research, approved by both a university ethics panel and an institutional … Continue reading Is percutaneous disk decompression the superior choice for managing intervertebral disk herniation pain?

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How Does Cervical Traction Affect Selected ECG Variables in Cervical Spondylosis Patients?

In 2006, Akinbo, et. al., conducted research about Cervical traction (CT). It is a commonly used therapy for cervical spondylosis (CS) patients, but there is a lack of consensus among clinicians regarding the optimal tractive force to be applied during CT. Determining the appropriate CT weight is crucial to minimize side effects and ensure effective treatment. To address this, a recent study aimed to investigate … Continue reading How Does Cervical Traction Affect Selected ECG Variables in Cervical Spondylosis Patients?

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