Manual Therapy

Comparison of Manual Therapy Technique to Therapeutic Exercise in the Treatment of Patients With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics Zeynab Azin, MSc Fahimeh Kamali, PhD Nasrin Salehi Dehno, PhD Sara Abolahrari-Shirazi, PhD Published: September 29, 2023DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmpt.2023.06.002 Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of manual therapy to therapeutic exercise on shoulder pain, disability, and range of motion (ROM) in patients with subacromial impingement […]

Manual Therapy and Related Interventions for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine VOL. 28, NO. 12 | Jihang Du, Qiang Yuan, Xiao-Yan Wang, Jun-Hui Qian, Jie An, Qian Dai, Xiang-Yun Yan, Bojun Xu, Jian Luo, and Hao-Zhong Wang Published Online: 7 Dec 2022 https://doi.org/10.1089/jicm.2022.0542 Abstract Objective: Systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the efficacy of Manual therapy and related interventions in […]

Effectiveness of Manual Therapy in the Treatment of Cervicogenic Headache

Published in Neurology Journal Scan / Review · April 17, 2022 TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This systematic review identified manual therapy options for cervicogenic headache and assessed their effectiveness. A total of 14 articles were ultimately included which investigated seven different manual therapy techniques as well as the use of home acupuncture pillows. Spinal manipulative therapy, which […]

Thoracic Manual Therapy Improves Pain and Disability in Individuals With Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Compared With Placebo: A Randomized Controlled Trial With 1-Year Follow-up

ORIGINAL RESEARCH| VOLUME 103, ISSUE 8, P1533-1543,ch AUGUST 01, 2022 Donald J. Hunter, M Ost Published: March 21, 2022 DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2022.03.003 Abstract Objective To investigate whether muscle energy technique (MET) to the thoracic spine decreases the pain and disability associated with shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS). Design Single-center, 3-arm, randomized controlled trial, single-blind, placebo control with concealed […]

Non-operative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: an updated systematic review – Full Text Article

Ammendolia C, Hofkirchner C, Plener J, et al. Non-operative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: an updated systematic review. BMJ Open 2022;12:e057724. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057724 Abstract Objectives Neurogenic claudication due to lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a growing health problem in older adults. We updated our previous Cochrane review (2013) to determine the effectiveness […]

Are manual therapy or booster sessions worthwhile in addition to exercise therapy for knee osteoarthritis: Economic evaluation and 2-year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial

Musculoskeletal Science and Practice Volume 56, December 2021, 102439 Original article Yana Pryymachenkoa https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102439 Highlights •  Exercise therapy provides benefits for knee osteoarthritis. •  Manual therapy or booster sessions improve treatment effects and are cost-effective. •  More evidence is needed on the combination of manual therapy and booster sessions. Abstract Background Exercise therapy is known […]

Effect of manual therapy with exercise in patients with chronic cervical radiculopathy: a randomized clinical trial

Trials. 2021 Oct 18;22(1):716. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05690-y. Ali M Alshami PMID: 34663421 PMCID: PMC8525034 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-021-05690-y Abstract Background: Research that has examined the effects of cervical spine mobilization on hypoesthesia and hypersensitivity characteristics in patients with cervical radiculopathy is scarce. The aim of this study was to examine the short-term effects of vertebral mobilization on the […]

Efficacy of manual therapy interventions in management of lumbar prolapsed intervertebral disc: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Varun Singh, Manoj Malik Department of Physiotherapy, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, India Corresponding author: Varun Singh Accepted: 21 August 2021 ABSTRACT Background. This pilot trial reports the initial estimates of the efficacy of manual therapy interventions in lumbar prolapsed intervertebral disc and determines the feasibility and acceptability of full powered “randomized […]

Manual Therapy in Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy: A Systematic Review of the Literature – Full Text

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Jun; 18(11): 6176. Published online 2021 Jun 7. doi: 10.3390/ijerph18116176 PMCID: PMC8201115 PMID: 34200510 Tomasz Kuligowski Abstract The aim of this study was to describe and update current knowledge of manual therapy accuracy in treating cervical and lumbar radiculopathy, to identify the limitations in current studies, and to […]

Effectiveness of treatments for acute and subacute mechanical non-specific low back pain: a systematic review with network meta-analysis

Gianola S, Bargeri S, Del Castillo G, et al British Journal of Sports Medicine Published Online First: 13 April 2021. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2020-103596 Abstract Objective To assess the effectiveness of interventions for acute and subacute non-specific low back pain (NS-LBP) based on pain and disability outcomes. Design A systematic review of the literature with network meta-analysis. Data sources Medline, […]

Manipulative and manual therapies in the management of patients with prior lumbar surgery: A systematic review

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice Volume 42, February 2021, 101261 Clinton J. Daniels Highlights •  Three adequately powered randomized clinical trials investigated manual and manipulative therapy (MMT) after lumbar surgery. •  There is moderate evidence that inpatient neural mobilization does not improve outcomes after lumbar surgery. •  Low-level literature is suggestive of MMT being beneficial […]

Manual Therapy Versus Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: 4-Year Follow-up From a Randomized Controlled Trial

César Fernández-de-las-Peñas Physical Therapy, pzaa150, https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/pzaa150 Published: 06 August 2020 Abstract Objective No study has investigated the effects longer than 1-year of manual therapy in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of manual therapy versus surgery at 4-year follow-up and to compare the post-study surgery rate in […]

Core and adjunctive interventions for osteoarthritis: efficacy and models for implementation

Published: 13 July 2020 Jocelyn L. Bowden, David J. Hunter, Leticia A. Deveza, Vicky Duong, Krysia S. Dziedzic, Kelli D. Allen, Ping-Keung Chan & Jillian P. Eyles Nature Reviews Rheumatology (2020) Abstract Osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex musculoskeletal disease and a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. Hip and knee OA alone are major […]

Persian manual therapy method for chronic low-back pain with lumbar radiculopathy; a randomized controlled trial

JBMT VOLUME 24, ISSUE 3, P123-130, JULY 01, 2020 Mohamad Sanei Abstract Background Manual therapy is a non-surgical approach for management of musculoskeletal symptoms. This study investigated safety and efficacy of a Persian manual therapy method (Fateh technique) for management of chronic low-back pain (LBP) and radiculopathy. Methods In this controlled trial, 52 eligible patients […]

An Update of Systematic Reviews Examining the Effectiveness of Conservative Physical Therapy Interventions for Subacromial Shoulder Pain

Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy Published Online:February 29, 2020 Volume50 Issue3 Pages131-141 https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2020.8498 Abstract Objective To update a systematic review published in 2013 that focused on evaluating the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of physical therapy, including exercise, manual therapy, electrotherapy, and combined or multimodal approaches to managing shoulder pain. Design Umbrella […]

Comparison of common interventions for the treatment of infantile colic: a systematic review of reviews and guidelines

Ellwood J, Draper-Rodi J, Carnes DComparison of common interventions for the treatment of infantile colic: a systematic review of reviews and guidelines BMJ Open 2020;10:e035405. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035405 February 25, 2020 Abstract Objective To conduct a systematic review of systematic reviews and national guidelines to assess the effectiveness of four treatment approaches (manual therapy, probiotics, proton pump […]

Manipulation and Mobilization for Treating Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis for an Appropriateness Panel.

Pain Physician. 2019 Mar;22(2):E55-E70. Coulter ID. Abstract BACKGROUND: Mobilization and manipulation therapies are widely used by patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain; however, questions remain around efficacy, dosing, and safety, as well as how these approaches compare to other therapies. OBJECTIVES: Based on published trials, to determine the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of various mobilization […]

A Manual Therapy and Home Stretching Program in Patients With Primary Frozen Shoulder Contracture Syndrome: A Case Series

Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2019 Volume:49 Issue:3 Pages:192–201 DOI:10.2519/jospt.2019.8194 Background Manual therapy has been demonstrated to reduce pain and improve function in patients with frozen shoulder contracture syndrome (FSCS), but no evidence exists to support one form of manual therapy over another. This case series describes both short- and long-term outcomes after a manual therapy program […]

The effect of manual therapy and stabilizing exercises on forward head and rounded shoulder postures: a six-week intervention with a one-month follow-up study

BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2019 Feb 18;20(1):86. doi: 10.1186/s12891-019-2438-y. Fathollahnejad K, Letafatkar A, Hadadnezhad M. Abstract BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of a six-week combined manual therapy (MT) and stabilizing exercises (SEs), with a one-month follow-up on neck pain and improving function and posture in patients with forward head and […]

Effectiveness of Exercise Therapy and Manipulation on Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: A Randomized Controlled Trial – Full Text Article

Pain Physician. 2019 Jan;22(1):53-61. Nejati P, Safarcherati A, Karimi F. Abstract BACKGROUND: The sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) has been found to be the primary culprit for lower back pain (LBP), but it is still overlooked and treated as LBP. There are no guidelines or appropriate therapeutic protocols for SIJD. Thus, there is a need for […]