A pilot randomized clinical trial Manual Therapy Volume 19, Issue 2 , Pages 102-108, April 2014 Bernice Saban Abstract Background Plantar heel pain syndrome (PHPS) is a common foot disorder; however, there is limited clinical evidence on which to base treatment. Repeated clinical observations indicating heel pain during heel rise and minisquat on the affected […]
Br J Sports Med. 2014 Mar;48(5):365-70. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2013-092763. Epub 2013 Aug 26. Loudon JK1, Reiman MP, Sylvain J. Abstract BACKGROUND: Lateral ankle sprains are common and can have detrimental consequences to the athlete. Joint mobilisation/manipulation may limit these outcomes. OBJECTIVE: Systematically summarise the effectiveness of manual joint techniques in treatment of lateral ankle sprains. METHODS: […]
Anouk J.M. Fermont1,2, Nienke Wolterbeek1, Ronald N. Wessel1, Jean-Pierre Baeyens3,4 and Rob A. de Bie5 The authors certify that they have no affiliations with or financial involvement in any organization or entity with a direct financial interest in the subject matter or materials discussed in the article. Address correspondence to Anouk J.M. Fermont, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, […]
Anouk J.M. Fermont1,2, Nienke Wolterbeek1, Ronald N. Wessel1, Jean-Pierre Baeyens3,4 and Rob A. de Bie5 The authors certify that they have no affiliations with or financial involvement in any organization or entity with a direct financial interest in the subject matter or materials discussed in the article. Address correspondence to Anouk J.M. Fermont, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, […]
March 19, 2014 Full Story Children who undergo ACL repair are more likely to develop osteoarthritis later in life, according to research presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Specialty Day. “Often these procedures do allow individuals to return to the playing field and continue an active lifestyle. However, it is still important […]
Movement and pain patterns in early stage primary/idiopathic adhesive capsulitis: a factor analysis. Walmsley S, et al. Physiotherapy. 2014 Mar 12. pii: S0031-9406(14)00026-1. doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2014.02.001. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract OBJECTIVES: To evaluate patients clinically diagnosed with early stage primary/idiopathic adhesive capsulitis to determine the existence of any pattern of movement loss and associated pain […]
March 11, 2014 by Monte Morin A daily glucosamine drink supplement failed to prevent deterioration of knee cartilage, reduce bone bruises or ease knee pain, according to a recent short-term study of the popular, if controversial, dietary product. In a paper published Tuesday in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, authors studied the effects of glucosamine […]
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Available online 6 March 2014 Akhbari Behnam, PhD, PT Journal Reference Abstract Objective The purpose of this case report is to describe the use of dry needling based on myofascial meridians for management of plantar fasciitis. Clinical features A 53-year-old man presented with bilateral chronic foot pain for more than 2 […]
Orthopedic Research and Reviews Authors: Martinelli N, Bonifacini C, Romeo G Published Date March 2014 Volume 2014:6 Pages 33 – 40 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/ORR.S43126 Abstract: Almost 1 million Americans are affected by plantar fasciitis (PF), which is the commonest cause of chronic heel pain. This condition is often managed conservatively, and many rehabilitation protocols, some with […]
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Ke-Vin Chang, MD Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Volume 95, Issue 3 , Pages 562-575, March 2014 Abstract Objective To explore the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in treating cartilage degenerative pathology in knee joints. Data Sources Electronic databases, including PubMed and Scopus, were searched from the earliest record to […]
Khosro Khademi-Kalantari, PhD, PT Received: September 19, 2013; Received in revised form: November 29, 2013; Accepted: December 3, 2013; Published Online: February 21, 2014 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2013.12.001 Effects of non-surgical joint distraction in the treatment of severe knee osteoarthritis Khosro Khademi-Kalantari, PhD, PT, Somayeh Mahmoodi Aghdam, MSc, PTemail, Alireza Akbarzadeh Baghban, PhD, Mehdi Rezayi, PhD, Abbas […]
Marc Stevens, PT, MSc Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, February 2014, Volume: 44 Issue: 2 Pages: 59-67 Journal Reference Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Objectives To compare the effectiveness of the Alfredson eccentric heel-drop protocol with a “do-as-tolerated” protocol for nonathletic individuals with midportion Achilles tendinopathy. Background The Alfredson protocol recommends the completion […]
A systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate clinical outcomes and biomechanical mechanisms Christian Barton Br J Sports Med doi:10.1136/bjsports-2013-092437 Journal Reference Abstract Objective Patellar taping is frequently used to treat patellofemoral pain (PFP). This systematic review and meta-analysis (1) evaluates the efficacy of patellar taping for patients with PFP, (2) compares the efficacy of various taping […]
Méndez-Sánchez R, et al. J Altern Complement Med. 2014 Feb 4. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract Abstract Objective: To investigate the immediate effects of manipulation of bilateral sacroiliac joints (SIJs) on the plantar pressure distribution in asymptomatic participants in the standing position. Design: Randomized, controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Participants: Sixty-two asymptomatic men and women (mean […]
A Cross-Sectional Case-Control Study Brooke K. Coombes, PhD Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics Volume 37, Issue 2 , Pages 79-86, February 2014 Abstract Objective The purposes of this study were to examine the prevalence and distribution of spinal and neurodynamic dysfunction in a population with unilateral lateral epicondylalgia (LE) without concomitant cervical or upper […]
Authors: Rodrigo De Marche Baldon, PT, MS Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2014 Volume:44 Issue:4 Pages:240–A8 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2014.4940 Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Objectives To compare the effects of functional stabilization training (FST) versus standard training on knee pain and function, lower-limb and trunk kinematics, trunk muscle endurance, and eccentric hip and knee […]
Martin J. Kelley Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2013, Volume: 43 Issue: 5 Pages: A1-A31 doi:10.2519/jospt.2013.0302 Abstract The Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has an ongoing effort to create evidence-based practice guidelines for orthopaedic physical therapy management of patients with musculoskeletal impairments described in the World Health Organization’s International […]
Vangsness C. J Bone Joint Surg. 2014;doi: 10.2106/JBJS.M.00058 Full Story Results of a randomized, double-blind controlled study in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery supported the use of human mesenchymal stem cell for meniscal regeneration and the control of knee pain. “There was evidence of meniscus regeneration and improvement in knee pain following treatment with allogeneic […]