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Scapular stabilization exercise training improves treatment effectiveness on shoulder pain, scapular dyskinesis, muscle strength, and function in patients with subacromial pain syndrome: A randomized controlled trial
Subacromial pain syndrome (SPS) is a common cause of shoulder pain, and is associated with functional limitation, workdays lost, disability, and poor quality of life. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 22, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ertugrul Yuksel, Sevgi Sevi Yesilyaprak Source Type: research

Effect of massage on blood pressure in patients with hypertension: A meta-analysis
Hypertension (HTN) is a chronic medical condition that affects 1.13 billion people globally. Successful management of HTN is accomplished through both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Massage therapy, a widely practiced complementary and alternative medicine therapy that alleviates physical discomfort and promotes overall well-being. The current meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effect of massage on blood pressure in patients with HTN. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 21, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Venugopal Vijayakumar, Deenadayalan Boopalan, Poornima Ravi, Yogapriya Chidambaram, Akila Anandhan, Pandiaraja Muthupandi, Poonguzhali Shanmugam, Maheshkumar Kuppusamy, Govindasamy Karuppasamy Source Type: research

Behavior of neuropathy symptom score and neuropathy disability score in patients with and without peripheral diabetic neuropathy: A retrospective cohort study
This study aimed to stablish cut-off of early diagnosis of diabetic polyneuropathy (PDN) based on neuropathy symptom score (NSS) and neuropathy disability score (NDS); to determine the behavior of NDD and NDS in patients with and without PDN; and to verify the association between clinical and demographic variables with both tests. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 21, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Luciana Rocha Nunes Nogueira, Adriana Aparecida Oliveira Silva, Claudio Mardey Nogueira, Alex Eduardo da Silva, Gustavo Jos é Luvizutto, Luciane Aparecida Pascucci Sande de Sousa Source Type: research

Rotator cuff isometric exercises in combination with scapular muscle strengthening and stretching in individuals with rotator cuff tendinopathy: A multiple-subject case report
To assess the effects of a rehabilitation protocol of rotator cuff (RC) isometrics coupled with traditional shoulder exercises on patient-rated outcomes, muscle strength, and electromyographic activity in individuals with RC tendinopathy. Methods: Eleven individuals (8 women and 3 men, 37.9  ± 5.6 years) with RC tendinopathy performed isometric RC exercises in combination with scapular muscle stretching and strengthening for 6 weeks. Treatment effects were assessed with patient-rated pain and shoulder function, isometric muscle strength, electromyographic activity during arm eleva tion and internal and external should...
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 21, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Denise Dal ’Ava Augusto, Rodrigo Scattone Silva, João Felipe de Medeiros Filho, Lori Ann Michener, Catarina de Oliveira Sousa Source Type: research

Can photobiomodulation improve quadriceps strength and endurance outcomes in asymptomatic adults? A double-blind randomized controlled trial
To explore the effect of photobiomodulation on quadriceps strength and endurance torques in asymptomatic adults. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 21, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Fernanda Serighelli, Danilo De Oliveira Silva, Giovana Aita Reginato, Bruna Lehmkuhl Pocai, Dennis Damian Vieira, Alberito Rodrigo de Carvalho Source Type: research

Reliability of ultrasonography to measure cervical multifidus, semispinalis cervicis and longus colli muscles dimensions in patients with unilateral cervical disc herniation: An observational cross-sectional test-retest study
Ultrasonography (US) has been suggested to assess the morphology and function of cervical muscles; but little is known about the reliability of the US measures in patients with cervical disc herniation (CDH). The purpose of this study was to evaluate within-day inter and intra-rater and between-day intra-rater reliability of US to measure dimensions of deep cervical muscles in patients with unilateral CDH. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 20, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Fariba Mohseni, Nahid Rahmani, Mohammad Ali Mohseni Bandpei, Iraj Abdollahi Source Type: research

Ultrasound imaging and fascial Manipulation ®: ‘Adding a twist’ on the ankle retinacula
Retinacula of the ankle are thickening of the deep fascia of the leg (crural fascia) and foot i.e. inseparable structures. Recent studies report their crucial role in functional stability and proprioception of the ankle. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 20, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Carmelo Pirri, Antonio Stecco, Carla Stecco, Levent Özçakar Source Type: research

Correlation between HIP muscle strength and the lower quarter Y-BALANCE test in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
The lower quarter Y-balance test (YBT-LQ), which measures dynamic postural control, has been reported to be predictive of lower limb injuries in athletes. It requires subjects to control their body while maintaining a single-leg stance, which necessitates sufficient strength of the hip muscles to maintain stability. The purpose of the study was to investigate the correlation between the performance of the YBT-LQ and the hip abductor or extensor muscle strength in athletes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery (ACLR). (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 20, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Garima, Deepak Malhotra, Gagan Kapoor, Shibili Nuhmani Source Type: research

Laser auriculotherapy associated with cupping therapy in chronic spinal pain: Randomized controlled clinical trial
Musculoskeletal spine disorders are common causes of chronic pain and impair functionality. Laser auriculotherapy and cupping has played a significant role in the treatment of chronic pain. Objective: to evaluate the effect of laser auriculotherapy associated with cupping at systemic acupuncture points on chronic spinal pain. Methods: Randomized controlled clinical trial. Volunteers underwent three evaluations: an initial evaluation, a final evaluation immediately after the last intervention session, and a 15-day follow-up. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 19, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ana Paula Aparecida Mantuani, Erika de C ássia Lopes Chaves, Flavia da Silva Menezes, Paloma Elisama de Oliveira, Caroline de Castro Moura, Leonardo César Carvalho, Denise Hollanda Iunes, Ligia de Sousa Marino Source Type: research

Effect of foam rolling recovery on pain and physical capacity after resistance exercises: A randomized crossover trial
To compare the effects of passive recovery (PR), active recovery (AR), and recovery through self-massage with the aid of foam rolling (FRR) on pain and physical capacity in healthy volunteers after a resistance exercise (RE) session. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 19, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Bruno Cesar Correa Arbiza, Antonio Marcos Vargas da Silva, Katieli Santos de Lima, L éo José Rubin Neto, Guilherme Silva Nunes, Rodrigo Boemo Jaenisch, Gustavo Orione Puntel, Luis Ulisses Signori Source Type: research

Comparisons of lumbosacral kinematics among non-specific chronic low back pain subgroups and healthy during prolonged sitting: A cross-sectional observational study
The literature has suggested a variety of postural changes of the spine that possibly contribute to the increase in back pain during sitting in persons with non-specific chronic low back pain (NS-CLBP). However, the heterogeneity of NS-CLBP persons has made the ability to attribute pain increase to a particular sitting posture very difficult. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to compare lumbosacral kinematics and their roles in pain increase among homogenous NS-CLBP subgroups and healthy controls over a 1-h sitting period. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 17, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Mansoor A. Alameri, Hatem M. Jaber, Noha S. Daher, Amjad I. Shallan, Mohamed Khallaf, Kefah Alshebber, Robert Dudley, Angela Martinez, Everett B. Lohman Source Type: research

Prediction models for physical function in COVID-19 SURVIVORS
The burden of caring for patients who have survived COVID-19 will be enormous in the coming years, especially with respect to physical function. Physical function has been routinely assessed using the Post-COVID-19 Functional Status (PCFS) scale. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 17, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Jo ão Eduardo de Azevedo Vieira, Arthur de Sá Ferreira, Laura Braga Monnerat, Mariana Soares da Cal, Angelo Thomaz Abalada Ghetti, Thiago Thomaz Mafort, Agnaldo José Lopes Source Type: research

The effect of different types of cognitive tasks on postural sway fluctuations in older and younger adults: A nonlinear study
There are numerous types of cognitive tasks classified as mental tracking (MT), working memory (WM), reaction time (RT), discrimination and decision-making and verbal fluency (VF). However, limited studies have investigated the effects of cognitive task type on postural control in older adults. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 17, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Vahid Rafiee Manesh, Mehrnaz Inanlu, Mir Saeed Yekaninejad, Roya Khanmohammadi Source Type: research

Does an outdoor virtual environment projected in a head-mounted display affect balance in healthy young adults?
This study aimed to assess the impact of an outdoor VE projected in a high-quality VR-HMD and of the VR-HMD mass on postural stability, postural control and leaning. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 17, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Valentin Ruiz, Emilie Simoneau-Buessinger, Christophe Gillet, Dimitri Elie, Laura Wallard Source Type: research

Shoulder kinetic during pitching in baseball players with scapular dyskinesis
This study aimed to investigate the effect of SD on pitching kinetics in the shoulder joint of baseball players. (Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies)
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - November 16, 2023 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Atsushi Ueda, Aoi Matsumura, Takafumi Shinkuma, Takeshi Oki, Yasuo Nakamura Source Type: research