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Can trigger point management enhance the effectiveness of migraine therapy?

Migraine is one of the most common types of headaches, often exacerbated by cervical myofascial and trigger point disorders. Positional Release Therapy (PRT) is an indirect technique designed to treat these trigger points. In 2015, Ghanbari, et. al., conducted the study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of managing trigger points through PRT combined with routine medical therapy compared to routine medical therapy alone in treating … Continue reading Can trigger point management enhance the effectiveness of migraine therapy?

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Is PRT as effective as medication for managing tension type headaches?

In 2012, a study by Ali Ghanbari, et. al.,  has shed light on the potential benefits of Positional Release Therapy (PRT) for managing Tension Type Headache (TTH). This common type of headache, often linked to myofascial and trigger point disorders, may find an alternative treatment in PRT, an indirect technique aimed at alleviating trigger points. The objective of the study was to compare the effectiveness … Continue reading Is PRT as effective as medication for managing tension type headaches?

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How does laser therapy compare to ultrasound and ischemic compression for pain management?

In 2012, Kannan, et. al., conducted study about Myofascial pain syndrome, which often rooted in the upper trapezius, presents a significant therapeutic challenge due to its impact on pain and range of motion. In a recent study, researchers set out to identify the most effective treatment for myofascial trigger points (MTPs), comparing therapeutic ultrasound, laser therapy, and ischemic compression over a five-day trial period. The … Continue reading How does laser therapy compare to ultrasound and ischemic compression for pain management?

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