Lafage, Renaud MS SPINE: February 1, 2020 – Volume 45 – Issue 3 – p 149-157 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003227 Study Design. Retrospective review. Objective. The aim of this study was to describe thoracic kyphosis (TK) in a normal asymptomatic population and to evaluate the association between TK magnitude and its shape. Summary of Background Data. Understanding […]
BMJ Open — Barker AL, Soh SE, Sanders KM, et al. | February 25, 2020 A systematic review and exploratory meta-analysis of observational studies were conducted to provides insights into the potential for aspirin to preserve bone mineral density (BMD) and reduce fracture risk, building knowledge of the risk-benefit profile of aspirin. A systematic review […]
Clin Rehabil , 269215520903786 2020 Feb 17 Patrícia Pereira Alfredo Abstract Objectives: To compare the effects of continuous and pulsed therapeutic ultrasound combined with strengthening exercises. Design: This is a double-blind randomized controlled trial. Setting: Pontifical Catholic University. Subjects: One hundred participants with Grade 2-4 knee osteoarthritis and both genders were involved. Intervention: Participants were randomized […]
The Spine Journal Volume 20, Issue 2, February 2020, Pages 251-260 Y iDing MD, PhD Abstract BACKGROUND CONTEXT The coordination of the alignment between the lower extremities and cervical spine helps to achieve balance and horizontal gaze during standing and walking. Malalignment in any segment can disturb the global balance, causing compensation in another segment. […]
A Mean 25-Year Follow-up Study Watanabe, Kei MD, PhD SPINE: January 15, 2020 – Volume 45 – Issue 2 – p E83-E89 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003216 Study Design. A retrospective long-term follow-up study. Objective. To investigate the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) status in middle-aged patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) treated non-surgically. Summary of Background Data. […]
Int J Spine Surg. 2020 Feb; 14(Suppl 1): S35–S40. Published online 2020 Feb 10. doi: 10.14444/6082 PMCID: PMC7041669 PMID: 32123656 HEIDI PRATHER, DO Abstract Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain is thought to be a component of low back pain in 20% of people who suffer with it chronically. There is no consistent objective diagnostic testing that […]
A 2-year Prospective Study Lampa, Ewa PhD, DDS SPINE: February 1, 2020 – Volume 45 – Issue 3 – p E140-E147 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000003212 Study Design. Prospective cohort study. Objective. The aim of this study was to evaluate the course of orofacial pain and jaw disability in relation to neck pain, neck disability, and psychosocial factors at […]
Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies January 2020 Volume 24, Issue 1, Pages 31–38 Evgeni Rozenfeld Abstract Background Anterior knee pain (AKP) is a widespread problem among young athletes and soldiers. There are many theories on the etiology of AKP but there is little reference to myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) as a possible contributor. Aim […]
In this study, they used the HeadaTerm – Anti-Migraine Device ~ Andre Broussard, D.C. Am J Emerg Med. 2020 Jan 15. pii: S0735-6757(20)30024-3. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2020.01.024. [Epub ahead of print] Hokenek NM Abstract PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy application in the emergency department. […]
Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy Published Online:December 31, 2019 Volume 50 Issue 1 Pages 24-32 https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2020.8928 Abstract Objective To determine the short-term effectiveness of thoracic manipulation when compared to sham manipulation for individuals with low back pain (LBP). Design Randomized controlled trial. Methods Patients with LBP were stratified based on symptom duration and randomly assigned […]
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2019 Dec 20. pii: S0161-4754(19)30008-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2019.08.001. [Epub ahead of print] Whalen W, Farabaugh RJ, Hawk C, Minkalis AL, Lauretti W, Crivelli LS, Wyatt L, Sheppard M, Walters SA. Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to develop best-practice recommendations for chiropractic management of adults with neck pain. METHODS: A […]
Med Sci Monit. 2019 Dec 14;25:9531-9537. doi: 10.12659/MSM.918649. NaPier Z. Abstract BACKGROUND Intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration is a common cause of lower back pain, which carries substantial morbidity and economic cost. Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FA) are known to reduce inflammatory processes with a relatively benign side effect profile. This study aimed to investigate the […]
Headache. 2019 Dec 24. doi: 10.1111/head.13723. [Epub ahead of print] Zhang N Abstract BACKGROUND: Standard pharmacological treatment of migraine has many shortcomings. Acupuncture is becoming a more widely used therapy for the prevention and treatment of migraine, but its effectiveness is still in question when compared to the pharmacological treatments even though very few of […]
Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2019 Volume:49 Issue:12 Pages:925–933 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2019.8588 Background Plantar heel pain is a common condition, but little is known about the relationship between muscle strength and plantar heel pain. Objectives To review the evidence relating to muscle strength in those with and without plantar heel pain. Methods We […]