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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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Do Ultrasound and Ischemic Compression Improve Range of Motion and Reduce Pain in Trapezius MTrPs?

In 2009, randomized controlled study conducted by Aguilera, et. al., from CEU-Cardenal Herrera University in Valencia, Spain, aimed to investigate the immediate effects of ultrasound (US) and ischemic compression (IC) as treatment methods for myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the trapezius muscle. This study focused on healthy subjects diagnosed with latent MTrPs and explored various outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness of these therapeutic modalities. … Continue reading Do Ultrasound and Ischemic Compression Improve Range of Motion and Reduce Pain in Trapezius MTrPs?

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How Do Spinal Manipulation and Ultrasound Compare in Terms of Pain Intensity Reduction for Mechanical Neck Pain?

In 2002, Moodley, et. al., randomized clinical trial aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of spinal manipulation compared to ultrasound therapy in the management of patients with neck pain. The study employed a randomized clinical trial design. The research was conducted at the Technikon Natal Chiropractic Clinic-Durban, South Africa. Thirty individuals with neck pain, ranging in age from 16 to 60 years, were randomly assigned to … Continue reading How Do Spinal Manipulation and Ultrasound Compare in Terms of Pain Intensity Reduction for Mechanical Neck Pain?

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