Characterization of humeral head displacements during dynamic glenohumeral neuromuscular control exercises using quantitative ultrasound imaging: A feasibility study
The objectives of the present study were to test the feasibility of measuring humeral head displacements using quantitative ultrasound imaging during the performance of two different dynamic glenohumeral neuromuscular control exercises and to investigate the influence of these exercises on the acromiohumeral distance (AHD) and anterior-posterior distance (APD). Ten individuals who have no history of shoulder injury at the non-dominant shoulder completed three repetitions of an active humeral head lowering exercise and three repetitions of a posteriorisation exercise in a random order in a seated position. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 11, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Guillaume Desroches, Fran çois Desmeules, Dany H. Gagnon Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
Systematic Review of countermeasures to minimise physiological changes and risk of injury to the lumbopelvic area following long-term microgravity
No studies have been published on an astronaut population to assess the effectiveness of countermeasures for limiting physiological changes in the lumbopelvic region caused by microgravity exposure during spaceflight. However, several studies in this area have been done using spaceflight simulation via bed-rest. The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of countermeasures designed to limit physiological changes to the lumbopelvic region caused by spaceflight simulation by means of bed-rest. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Andrew Winnard, Mona Nasser, Dorothee Debuse, Maria Stokes, Simon Evetts, Mick Wilkinson, Julie Hides, Nick Caplan Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Astronaut adherence to exercise-based reconditioning: Psychological considerations and future directions
Exercise-based reconditioning is essential for mitigating the negative physiological and functional effects of spaceflight. Astronaut adherence to prescribed reconditioning programmes is imperative, but there has been limited research in this area. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Carly D. McKay, Martyn Standage Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Test-retest reliability of measurements of abdominal and multifidus muscles using ultrasound imaging in adults aged 50 –79 years
This study aimed to evaluate test-retest reliability of USI of abdominal and MF muscle thickness and MF CSA for adults aged 50 –79 years. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: W.A. Cuellar, L. Blizzard, M.L. Callisaya, J.A. Hides, G. Jones, C. Ding, T.M. Winzenberg Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
Systematic Review of countermeasures to minimise physiological changes and risk of injury to the lumbopelvic area following long-term microgravity
No studies have been published on an astronaut population to assess the effectiveness of countermeasures for limiting physiological changes in the lumbopelvic region caused by microgravity exposure during spaceflight. However, several studies in this area have been done using spaceflight simulation via bed-rest. The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of countermeasures designed to limit physiological changes to the lumbopelvic region caused by spaceflight simulation by means of bed-rest. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Andrew Winnard, Mona Nasser, Dorothee Debuse, Maria Stokes, Simon Evetts, Mick Wilkinson, Julie Hides, Nick Caplan Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Astronaut adherence to exercise-based reconditioning: Psychological considerations and future directions
Exercise-based reconditioning is essential for mitigating the negative physiological and functional effects of spaceflight. Astronaut adherence to prescribed reconditioning programmes is imperative, but there has been limited research in this area. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Carly D. McKay, Martyn Standage Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Test-retest reliability of measurements of abdominal and multifidus muscles using ultrasound imaging in adults aged 50 –79 years
This study aimed to evaluate test-retest reliability of USI of abdominal and MF muscle thickness and MF CSA for adults aged 50 –79 years. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 10, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: W.A. Cuellar, L. Blizzard, M.L. Callisaya, J.A. Hides, G. Jones, C. Ding, T.M. Winzenberg Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
Response to letter to the Editor ‘Altered breathing pattern valuation relative to dyspnea assessment and treatment for low back pain: Effects of clinical practice’
At first, we would like to thank Mohan et al. for their comment on our systematic review on the association between the presence of respiratory disorders and low back pain (LBP) (Beeckmans et al., 2016). We are pleased to receive the opportunity to respond to this letter. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 7, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Lotte Janssens, Astrid Vermeersch, Nina Goossens, Tinne Thys, Nele Beeckmans, Roeland Lysens, Peter Van Wambeke, Simon Brumagne Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
Y balance test has no correlation with the Stability Index of the Biodex Balance System
A cross-sectional study design. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - December 7, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Gabriel Peixoto Le ão Almeida, Isabel Oliveira Monteiro, Débora Fortes Marizeiro, Laísa Braga Maia, Pedro Olavo de Paula Lima Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Clinical prediction rules for prognosis and treatment prescription in neck pain: A systematic review
Clinical prediction rules (CPRs) developed to identify sub-groups of people with neck pain for different prognoses (i.e. prognostic) or response to treatments (i.e. prescriptive) have been recommended as a research priority to improve health outcomes for these conditions. A systematic review was undertaken to identify prognostic and prescriptive CPRs relevant to the conservative management of adults with neck pain and to appraise stage of development, quality and readiness for clinical application. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - October 30, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Joan Kelly, Dr Carrie Ritchie, Prof Michele Sterling Tags: Systematic review Source Type: research
Osteopathic manipulative treatment: A systematic review and critical appraisal of comparative effectiveness and health economics research
In recent years, evidence has emerged regarding the effectiveness of osteopathic manipulative treatments (OMT). Despite growing evidence in this field, there is need for appropriate research designs that effectively reflect the person-centred system of care promoted in osteopathy and provide data which can inform policy decisions within the healthcare system. The purpose of this systematic review is to identify, appraise and synthesise the evidence from comparative effectiveness and economic evaluation research involving OMT. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - October 27, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Amie Steel, Tobias Sundberg, Rebecca Reid, Lesley Ward, Felicity L. Bishop, Matthew Leach, Holger Cramer, Jon Wardle, Jon Adams Tags: Review article Source Type: research
Editorial Board
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Source: Manual Therapy - October 27, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research
Are physiotherapists adhering to quality indicators for the management of knee osteoarthritis? An observational study
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common musculoskeletal condition that often leads to pain, stiffness and disability. Physiotherapy plays an important role in the management of knee OA, however we hypothesize discordance between physiotherapists' practice and existing guideline recommendations. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - October 25, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: David Spitaels, Rosella Hermens, Dieter Van Assche, Sabine Verschueren, Frank Luyten, Patrik Vankrunkelsven Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Mechanical deformation of posterior thoracolumbar fascia after myofascial release in healthy men: A study of dynamic ultrasound
Myofascial release (MR) on the posterior thoracolumbar fascia (PLF) is one of the manual techniques aim to restore the normal length and tension of restricted fasciae and muscles. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - October 24, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ka-Kit Wong, Huei-Ming Chai, Yu-Jen Chen, Chung-Li Wang, Yio-Wha Shau, Shwu-Fen Wang Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Can parameters of the helical axis be measured reliably during active cervical movements?
This study investigates the intra- and inter-session reliability of CHA and MA during active movements of the cervical spine. Twenty-seven healthy volunteers (19 women) aged 23 ± 2.8 years participated. Each volunteer was tested on two sessions. All participants were instructed to perform the following active movements of the cervical spine: rotation, flexion/extension and lateral bending, each performed to full range and repeated ten consecutive times. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - October 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Marco Barbero, Deborah Falla, Ron Clijsen, Filippo Ghirlanda, Alessandro Schneebeli, Markus J. Ernst, Corrado Cescon Tags: Technical and measurement report Source Type: research
