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Does compliance to therapeutic exercise influence bone density and back complaints in postmenopausal women?

Osteoporosis poses a significant health concern, particularly for postmenopausal women, often leading to bone density loss and associated back problems. In this randomized controlled trial conducted at the Medical School, University of Vienna, the objective was to assess the impact of therapeutic exercise on bone density and back complaints in sedentary postmenopausal women. Ninety-two participants with a history of back problems were randomly assigned to … Continue reading Does compliance to therapeutic exercise influence bone density and back complaints in postmenopausal women?

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Can Neiguan point acupressure significantly reduce morning sickness in early pregnancy?

In 1992, Penacchioni, P., et. al., study aimed to assess the antiemetic effects of acupressure applied to the Neiguan point in alleviating morning sickness during early pregnancy. A randomized, double-blind, cross-over, placebo-controlled trial was conducted with sixty women in the early stages of pregnancy. Over a 12-day period, organized into four phases of 3 days each, participants were assigned to either unilateral or bilateral acupressure … Continue reading Can Neiguan point acupressure significantly reduce morning sickness in early pregnancy?

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Can acupuncture revolutionize postpartum pain relief?

In 2020, a randomized controlled trial led by Jia-Man Wu et. al., explores the efficacy of a novel approach to treating postpartum pelvic girdle pain. The study investigates the combined therapy of pelvic-sacral tendon-regulation needling technique of acupuncture and manipulative reduction compared to traditional manipulative therapy alone. Eighty postpartum women with pelvic girdle pain were randomly assigned to either the observation group or the control … Continue reading Can acupuncture revolutionize postpartum pain relief?

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How do exercise interventions impact pain and social life in postmenopausal osteoporotic women?

In 2019, Koevska, et. al., conducted study about Osteoporosis, which is characterized by low bone density and microarchitectural deterioration, poses a significant health risk, particularly in postmenopausal women. This randomized single-blind controlled prospective trial aimed to assess the effects of exercise on the quality of life in postmenopausal osteoporotic women over a one-year period. Ninety-two women diagnosed with postmenopausal osteoporosis and receiving treatment at the … Continue reading How do exercise interventions impact pain and social life in postmenopausal osteoporotic women?

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Is yoga an effective complementary therapy for migraine-related vascular health?

Migraine, a debilitating neurovascular disorder, is often associated with vascular complications such as ischemic stroke. Strategies to improve endothelial function can play a crucial role in managing and preventing these complications. Yoga, known for its positive impact on the cardiovascular system, has been considered as a potential intervention. However, until now, no randomized controlled studies have explored the effects of yoga on the endothelial function … Continue reading Is yoga an effective complementary therapy for migraine-related vascular health?

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