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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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Can increased ankle strength help with proprioception in FAI patients?

In 2012 a study conducted by Smith, et. al., at a university athletic training research laboratory has shed light on the effects of strength training on ankle rehabilitation, specifically in individuals with functional ankle instability (FAI). Despite the widespread use of strength training in rehabilitating ankle injuries, the study reveals that while such training significantly enhances ankle strength, it does not improve proprioception, or force … Continue reading Can increased ankle strength help with proprioception in FAI patients?

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Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

In 2009, a study conducted by Fernando Ribeiro and colleagues aimed to investigate the effects of a budget-friendly strength training program targeting the ankle dorsi- and plantar flexors on muscle strength, balance, and functional mobility among elderly individuals residing in institutional settings. The study also sought to explore any associations between strength gains and improvements in balance and functional mobility. The research involved forty-eight volunteers, … Continue reading Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

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Insoles vs. physiotherapy: Which short-term treatment triumphs in achilles tendinopathy?

Achilles tendinopathy (AT) poses a significant challenge for athletes, particularly runners, due to its persistent pain and limited treatment options. However, a recent study sheds light on the effectiveness of short-term treatment strategies in managing this condition. Conducted by Frank Mayer and colleagues (2007), the study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of common therapeutic approaches over a concise period of four weeks. The research enrolled … Continue reading Insoles vs. physiotherapy: Which short-term treatment triumphs in achilles tendinopathy?

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Can home-based strength training transform the long-term physical function in early rheumatoid arthritis? A five-year follow-up study

In 2004, a comprehensive study conducted by Arja Häkkinen, et. al., the impact of a 2-year home-based strength-training program on physical function in individuals with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) was investigated. The study further evaluated the sustainability of the observed benefits over a 3-year follow-up period. Seventy participants with early RA were randomly assigned to either the experimental group (EG) performing strength training or the … Continue reading Can home-based strength training transform the long-term physical function in early rheumatoid arthritis? A five-year follow-up study

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