Musculoskeletal System

Investigators find gene influences risk of lumbar disc degeneration

October 21, 2013 A genetic variation found after searching the genome of families in China, Japan and Finland with a history of lumbar disc degeneration has been linked to an increased susceptibility to the disease, according to researchers from the University of Hong Kong. “Our finding provides a key functional link of this variant form […]

Antidepressants in the Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain

Questioning the Validity of Meta-Analyses Williamson, O. D., Sagman, D., Bruins, R. H., Boulay, L. J. and Schacht, A. (2013), Antidepressants in the Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain: Questioning the Validity of Meta-Analyses. Pain Practice. doi: 10.1111/papr.12119 Disclosures: This research was funded by Eli Lilly and Company. Abstract Objectives To contrast the analgesic effect […]

Specialized core stability exercise: a neglected component of ACL rehabilitation programs

Shi DL, et al. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2012 Jan 1;25(4):291-7. doi: 10.3233/BMR-2012-0345. Abstract The incidence of anterior cruciate ligament injury has continued to increase over the last two decades. This injury is associated with abnormal gait patterns and osteoarthritis of the knee. In order to accelerate recovery, the introduction of core stability exercises into […]

Expectation of recovery from low back pain

A longitudinal cohort study investigating patient characteristics related to expectations and the association between expectations and 3-month outcome. Kongsted A, et al. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Oct 9. [Epub ahead of print] Affiliation 1Nordic Institute of Chiropractic and Clinical Biomechanics, part of Clinical Locomotion Network, Odense, Denmark 2 Institute of Sports Science and Clinical […]

Articles by Arthur C. Croft, D.C. at Chiro.org

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Correlational Analysis of neck/shoulder Pain and Low Back Pain with the Use of Digital Products, Physical Activity and Psychological Status among Adolescents in Shanghai

Zhi Shan Citation: Shan Z, Deng G, Li J, Li Y, Zhang Y, et al. (2013) Correlational Analysis of neck/shoulder Pain and Low Back Pain with the Use of Digital Products, Physical Activity and Psychological Status among Adolescents in Shanghai. PLoS ONE 8(10): e78109. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0078109 Abstract Purpose This study investigates the neck/shoulder pain (NSP) and […]

Common Cause for Bruxism, Restless Legs, Migraine?

Published: Oct 17, 2013 By John Gever Full Story:  http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/ANA/42345 Action Points Note that this study was published as an abstract and presented at a conference. These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. NEW ORLEANS — About half of patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS) seen […]

CT, MRI Overused for Headache, Study Finds

Published: Oct 17, 2013 By Sarah Wickline Full Story:  http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/ANA/42350 Action Points This study was published as an abstract and presented at a conference. These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. NEW ORLEANS — Despite current guidelines that recommend against CT or MRI for uncomplicated headaches, […]

Elimination of intermittent chronic low back pain in a recreational golfer following improvement of hip range of motion impairments

Peter M. Lejkowski, BKin, DC Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Volume 17, Issue 4 , Pages 448-452, October 2013 Abstract Background The biomechanical relationship between the hip and low back is well described and impairment of hip range of motion is thought to affect lumbar spine function, possibly leading to increased loading and subsequent […]

Myofascial pain in lateral epicondylalgia: A review

Yaniv Shmushkevich, BPT Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Volume 17, Issue 4 , Pages 434-439, October 2013 Summary Background There is an ongoing debate about the myofascial component, characterized by the presence of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in lateral epicondylalgia (LE). Objectives To review current evidence of the association between myofascial pain and LE, […]

Calcium Supplements and Fracture Prevention

Douglas C. Bauer, M.D. N Engl J Med 2013; 369:1537-1543October 17, 2013DOI: 10.1056/NEJMcp1210380 This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they exist. The article ends with the author’s clinical recommendations. A 62-year-old healthy woman presents for […]

Treatment of the sacroiliac joint in patients with leg pain

Eur Spine J. 2013 Oct;22(10):2310-7. doi: 10.1007/s00586-013-2833-2. Epub 2013 May 30. Treatment of the sacroiliac joint in patients with leg pain: a randomized-controlled trial. Visser LH, Woudenberg NP, de Bont J, van Eijs F, Verwer K, Jenniskens H, Den Oudsten BL. Abstract PURPOSE: The sacroiliac joint (SIJ) may be a cause of sciatica. The aim of this study was to assess which […]

Menopausal Hormone Therapy and Health Outcomes During the Intervention and Extended Poststopping Phases of the Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials

JAMA 2013 Oct 01;310(13)1353-1368, JE Manson, RT Chlebowski, ML Stefanick, AK Aragaki, JE Rossouw, RL Prentice, G Anderson, BV Howard, CA Thomson, AZ Lacroix, J Wactawski-Wende, RD Jackson, M Limacher, KL Margolis, S Wassertheil-Smoller, SA Beresford, JA Cauley, CB Eaton, M Gass, J Hsia, KC Johnson, C Kooperberg, LH Kuller, CE Lewis, S Liu, LW […]

Sensory and motor deficits exist on the non-injured side of patients with unilateral tendon pain and disability—implications for central nervous system involvement

Br J Sports Med doi:10.1136/bjsports-2013-092535 Review Sensory and motor deficits exist on the non-injured side of patients with unilateral tendon pain and disability—implications for central nervous system involvement: a systematic review with meta-analysis L J Heales Abstract Introduction Tendinopathy manifests as activity-related tendon pain with associated motor and sensory impairments. Tendon tissue changes in animals […]

Patient education with or without manual therapy compared to a control group in patients with osteoarthritis of the hip

For primary care patients with OA of the hip, a combined intervention of MT and PE was more effective than a MCI

Quantitative estimation of the high-intensity zone in the lumbar spine: Comparison between the symptomatic and asymptomatic population

Comparison between the symptomatic and asymptomatic population Chao Liu, PhD, MD Abstract Background context The high-intensity zone (HIZ) on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has been studied for more than 20 years, but its diagnostic value in low back pain (LBP) is limited by the high incidence in asymptomatic subjects. Little effort has been made to […]

Innervation of pathologies in the lumbar vertebral end plate and intervertebral disc

Aaron J. Fields, PhD Abstract Background context Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has limited diagnostic value for chronic low back pain because of the unclear relationship between any anatomic abnormalities on MRI and pain reported by the patient. Assessing the innervation of end plate and disc pathologies—and determining the relationship between these pathologies and any abnormalities […]

The Role of Fear Avoidance Beliefs as a Prognostic Factor for Outcome in Patients with Non-Specific Low Back Pain

A Systematic Review Maria M. Wertli, M.D. Abstract Background context Psychological factors including fear avoidance beliefs are believed to influence the development of chronic low back pain. Purpose To determine the prognostic importance of fear avoidance beliefs as assessed by the Fear Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire (FABQ) and the Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK), for clinically […]

Predicting outcomes of neuroreflexotherapy in patients with subacute or chronic neck or low back pain

Ana Royuela, MSc Abstract Background Context In the context of shared decision making, valid estimation of the probability that a given patient will improve after a specific treatment is valuable. Purpose To develop models which predict the improvement of spinal pain, referred pain and disability in patients with subacute or chronic neck or low back […]

Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Foot and Ankle Injuries

AuthorsSmith JT, et al. Show all Journal Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Oct 14. [Epub ahead of print] Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Foot and Ankle Injuries AuthorsSmith JT, et al. Show all Journal Foot Ankle Int. 2013 Oct 14. [Epub ahead of print] Affiliation Brigham Foot and Ankle Center at the Faulkner, […]