Relationship Between Location of Pregnancy-Related and Postpartum-Related Back Pain and Limitations of Daily Activities and Work Participation
The aims of this study were to (1) examine if the location of pregnancy-related back pain impacts activities of daily living and absence from work and (2) determine which types of pain were more likely to persist postpartum. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - March 26, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Carol Ann Weis, Kathy Padkapayeva, Peter Smith, Jon Barrett, Victoria Landsman Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Sensory Organization and Postural Control Strategies in Individuals With Mild and Moderate-to-Severe Forward Head Posture: A Comparative Study
This study aimed to compare sensory organization test and postural control strategies between individuals with mild and moderate-to-severe forward head posture (FHP). (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - March 26, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Nahid Pirayeh, Zahra Heidary, Mohammad Mehravar, Mohammad Jafar Shaterzadeh Yazdi, Neda Mostafaee Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Exercise Position to Improve Synergy Between the Diaphragm and Pelvic Floor Muscles in Women With Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: A Cross Sectional Study
This study aimed to investigate the synergy between the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles (PFM) according to different exercise positions in women with pelvic floor dysfunction. Our secondary aim was to determine the short-term effects of single-week pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) program on diaphragmatic function. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - March 23, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Damla Korkmaz Dayican, Irem Keser, Ozge Celiker Tosun, Onur Yavuz, Gokhan Tosun, Sefa Kurt, Melda Baser Secer Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Self-reported Measures of Function Compared to Lower Limb Motor Performance in People With and Without Imaging Evidence of Unilateral Lumbar Nerve Root Compression: A Cross-sectional Study
The primary objective of the present study was to determine if imaging findings of unilateral lumbar nerve root compression (ULNRC) impact performance on a coordinated motor performance task and to determine if there were correlations between motor performance and self-reported clinical measures. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - March 14, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Shelley D. Sargent, Geoffrey M. Gelley, Steven R. Passmore Tags: ACC-RAC Award Winning Paper Source Type: research

Effect of Seated Cervical Spinal Manipulation on Autonomic Nervous System Activity as Measured by Heart Rate Variability and Plasma Norepinephrine Levels: A randomized Pre- and Poststudy
The objective of this study was to determine whether seated cervical manipulation produced changes in autonomic nervous system activity, as measured by heart rate variability and plasma norepinephrine levels. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - March 13, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Brian S. Budgell, H. Stephen Injeyan, Julita Teodorczyk-Injeyan Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

A Systems Approach for Assessing Low Back Pain Care Quality in Veterans Health Administration Chiropractic Visits: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
The purpose of this study was to explore a systemwide process for assessing components of low back pain (LBP) care quality in Veterans Health Administration (VHA) chiropractic visits using electronic health record (EHR) data. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - December 22, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Ryan D. Muller, Sarah E. Graham, Xiwen Zhao, Lori A. Bastian, Anna R. Sites, Kelsey L. Corcoran, Anthony J. Lisi Tags: ACC-RAC Award Winning Paper Source Type: research

Chiropractic Care in a Multidisciplinary Sports Health Care Environment: A Survey of Canadian National Team Athletes
The purpose of this study was to describe the utilization of health team practitioners among national-level athletes and report their injury profile as well as access to and knowledge of chiropractic care. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - December 22, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Scott D. Howitt, Patrick Welsh, Christopher DeGraauw Source Type: research

Short-Term Effects of Manual Therapy on Balance: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Trial
The purpose of this study was to analyze short-term changes in dynamic and static balance after a manual therapy protocol in healthy participants and analyze any repercussions on mood and perception of change after applying articulatory techniques. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - December 21, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Gemma V. Esp í-López, Dagmar Pavlu, Anna Arnal-Gómez, Elena Muñoz-Gómez, Antonio Martinez-Millana, Elena Marqués-Sulé Source Type: research

Quality of Reporting Using Good Reporting of A Mixed Methods Study Criteria in Chiropractic Mixed Methods Research: A Methodological Review
The purpose of this review was to examine the reporting in chiropractic mixed methods research using Good Reporting of A Mixed Methods Study (GRAMMS) criteria. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - December 21, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Peter C. Emary, Kent J. Stuber, Lawrence Mbuagbaw, Mark Oremus, Paul S. Nolet, Jennifer V. Nash, Craig A. Bauman, Carla Ciraco, Rachel J. Couban, Jason W. Busse Source Type: research

Effect of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Muscle Mass, Fatigue, and Quality of Life in Older Patients With COVID-19: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of functional electrical stimulation (FES) on muscle strength, fatigue, muscle mass, and quality of life (QoL) in older patients with COVID-19. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - September 29, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Mona Ramezani, Fatemeh Ehsani, Ali Gohari Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Effects of Postural Shifting Frequency on Perceived Musculoskeletal Discomfort During 1-Hour Sitting in Office Workers
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of postural shifting frequency on perceived musculoskeletal discomfort during 1 hour of sitting in healthy office workers. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - September 29, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Nipaporn Akkarakittichoke, Pooriput Waongenngarm, Prawit Janwantanakul Source Type: research

Comparison of Manual Therapy Technique to Therapeutic Exercise in the Treatment of Patients With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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 syndrome (SAIS). (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - September 29, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Zeynab Azin, Fahimeh Kamali, Nasrin Salehi Dehno, Sara Abolahrari-Shirazi Source Type: research

Variability of Active Cervical Range of Motion Within and Between Days in Healthy Participants: A Prospective Observational Study
The purpose of this study was to determine the intraday and interday variability and systematic change over the day of active cervical range of motion (aCROM) measurements in asymptomatic persons using a clinically applicable measurement device. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - September 1, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Martijn S. Stenneberg, Herman ten Berge, Bart de Leeuw, Erik Cattrysse, Rob de Bie, Henrica de Vet, Gwendolijne G.M. Scholten-Peeters Source Type: research

Effect of Functional Scapular Stabilization Training on Function and Pain in Frozen Shoulder Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of functional scapular stabilization training compared with the standard physical therapy on function and pain in people with frozen shoulder syndrome (FSS). (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - July 14, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Saloni Karnawat, Karvannan Harikesavan, Prem Venkatesan Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Future Research by the Australian Chiropractic Profession: Analysis of Comments and Suggestions From a Nationwide Survey of Academics and Practitioners
The purpose of this study was to identify and compare the research priorities of Australian practicing chiropractors and academics across listed research domains and to seek their views on existing chiropractic research strategies. Concurrent objectives were to gain insight into the perspectives on characteristics of research and solicit ideas and suggestions for future research from both groups. (Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics)
Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics - July 8, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Lyndon G. Amorin-Woods, Beau L. Woods, Benjamin L. Mullings, Dein Vindigni, Barrett E. Losco Source Type: research