Reliability and minimal detectable change of a modified passive neck flexion test in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain and asymptomatic subjects
The Passive Neck Flexion Test (PNFT) can diagnose meningitis and potential spinal disorders. Little evidence is available concerning the use of a modified version of the PNFT (mPNFT) in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain (CNSNP). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ibai L ópez-de-Uralde-Villanueva, Mario Acuyo-Osorio, María Prieto-Aldana, Roy La Touche Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Assessment of in vivo 3D kinematics of cervical spine manipulation: Influence of practitioner experience and occurrence of cavitation noise
Investigations on 3D kinematics during spinal manipulation are widely reported for assessing motion data, task reliability and clinical effects. However the link between cavitation occurrence and specific kinematics remains questionable. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Bernard Van Geyt, Pierre-Michel Dugailly, Paul Klein, Yves Lepers, V éronique Feipel Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Assessment of in vivo 3D kinematics of cervical spine manipulation: Influence of practitioner experience and occurrence of cavitation noise
Investigations on 3D kinematics during spinal manipulation are widely reported for assessing motion data, task reliability and clinical effects. However the link between cavitation occurrence and specific kinematics remains questionable. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Bernard Van Geyt, Pierre-Michel Dugailly, Paul Klein, Yves Lepers, V éronique Feipel Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Bridging the evidence-practice gaps in manual therapy: Getting the balance right
Figg-Latham J, Rajendran D, Quiet dissent: The attitudes, beliefs and behaviours of UK osteopaths who reject low back pain guidance – A qualitative study, Manual Therapy (2016), http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.math.2016.10.006. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Saravana Kumar, Peter Roberts Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Cervical traction therapy with and without neck support: A finite element analysis
Cervical traction is commonly used for treating neck pain. However, few studies have investigated the biomechanical impact such traction has on soft tissues. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Kuan Wang, Huihao Wang, Zhen Deng, Zhengyan Li, Hongsheng Zhan, Wenxin Niu Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Reliability and minimal detectable change of a modified passive neck flexion test in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain and asymptomatic subjects
The Passive Neck Flexion Test (PNFT) can diagnose meningitis and potential spinal disorders. Little evidence is available concerning the use of a modified version of the PNFT (mPNFT) in patients with chronic nonspecific neck pain (CNSNP). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 15, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ibai L ópez-de-Uralde-Villanueva, Mario Acuyo-Osorio, María Prieto-Aldana, Roy La Touche Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Differences in kinematics of the lumbar spine and lower extremities between people with and without low back pain during the down phase of a pick up task, an observational study
Limited research exists on lumbar spine and lower extremity movement during functional tasks in people with and without low back pain (LBP). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 4, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Sara P. Gombatto, Natalie D'Arpa, Sarah Landerholm, Cassandra Mateo, Ryan O'Connor, Jana Tokunaga, Lori J. Tuttle Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Influence of stretching velocity on musculotendinous stiffness of the hamstrings during passive straight-leg raise assessments
Recently, passive musculotendinous stiffness (MTS) has been assessed manually in the field; however, when conducting these types of assessments, the stretching velocity must be controlled to avoid eliciting the stretch reflex, which can be observed by increased electromyographic (EMG) amplitude of the stretched muscles and greater resistive torque (indicating the assessment is no longer passive). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 4, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ty B. Palmer, Nathaniel D.M. Jenkins, Brennan J. Thompson, Joel T. Cramer Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
Inter-examiner classification reliability of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for extremity problems – Systematic review
Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) is used in the treatment of extremity problems. Classifying clinical problems is one method of providing effective treatment to a target population. Classification reliability is a key factor to determine the precise clinical problem and to direct an appropriate intervention. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 4, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Hiroshi Takasaki, Kousuke Okuyama, Richard Rosedale Tags: Review article Source Type: research
Differences in kinematics of the lumbar spine and lower extremities between people with and without low back pain during the down phase of a pick up task, an observational study
Limited research exists on lumbar spine and lower extremity movement during functional tasks in people with and without low back pain (LBP). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 4, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Sara P. Gombatto, Natalie D'Arpa, Sarah Landerholm, Cassandra Mateo, Ryan O'Connor, Jana Tokunaga, Lori Tuttle Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Influence of stretching velocity on musculotendinous stiffness of the hamstrings during passive straight-leg raise assessments
Recently, passive musculotendinous stiffness (MTS) has been assessed manually in the field; however, when conducting these types of assessments, the stretching velocity must be controlled to avoid eliciting the stretch reflex, which can be observed by increased electromyographic (EMG) amplitude of the stretched muscles and greater resistive torque (indicating the assessment is no longer passive). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 4, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ty B. Palmer, Nathaniel D.M. Jenkins, Brennan J. Thompson, Joel T. Cramer Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
Regarding ‘Classification characteristics of a chronic low back pain population using a combined McKenzie and patho-anatomical assessment’ authored by Flavell C et al., manual therapy 26 (2016), 201–207.
We would like to raise some questions regarding the clinical relevance of combining the McKenzie Method (MDT) with pathoanatomy, as well as express concerns with the prevalence data presented. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - January 2, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Richard Rosedale, Greg Lynch, Helen Clare Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Reliability and validity of two multidimensional self-reported physical activity questionnaires in people with chronic low back pain
Although there is some evidence for reliability and validity of self-report physical activity (PA) questionnaires in the general adult population, it is unclear whether we can assume similar measurement properties in people with chronic low back pain (LBP). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 25, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Fl ávia A. Carvalho, Priscila K. Morelhão, Marcia R. Franco, Chris G. Maher, Rob J.E.M. Smeets, Crystian B. Oliveira, Ismael F. Freitas Júnior, Rafael Z. Pinto Tags: Original article Source Type: research
‘I need to do another course’ - Italian physiotherapists' knowledge and beliefs when assessing psychosocial factors in patients presenting with chronic low back pain
Psychosocial factors play an important role in the development and subsequent recovery of individuals suffering from chronic low back pain (CLBP). The study explored physiotherapists' personal beliefs and knowledge about the biopsychosocial model and the different ways they assess and manage psychosocial factors in patients presenting with CLBP. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 25, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Giacomo Zangoni, Oliver P. Thomson Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Publisher's announcement
We wish to inform all of our authors, readers and colleagues, that the journal will change its name from the first volume of 2017 to Musculoskeletal Science& Practice: an international journal of musculoskeletal physiotherapy. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 21, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
