Alterations of scapular kinematics and associated muscle activation specific to symptomatic dyskinesis type after conscious control
Scapular orientation and movements can affect the function of the shoulder. However, evidence is limited on whether symptomatic subjects can actively maintain the scapula in a neutral position through conscious control. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - August 3, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Hsiang-Ling Ou, Tsun-Shun Huang, Yu-Ting Chen, Wen-Yin Chen, Yu-Li Chang, Tung-Wu Lu, Ting-Han Chen, Jiu-Jenq Lin Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Complex regional pain syndrome: Measurement matters
Re: Galve-Villa M, Rittig-Rasmussen B, Mikkelsen LMS, Poulsen AG. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Manual Therapy 2016; accepted manuscript in press. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 31, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Tara Packham, Janet Holly Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research
The presence of respiratory disorders in individuals with low back pain: a systematic review
Inspiratory muscles, such as the diaphragm, play a key role in both respiration and spinal control. Therefore, diaphragm dysfunctions are often related to low back pain (LBP). However, few is known on the association between the presence of LBP and the presence of respiratory disorders (RD). (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 22, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Nele Beeckmans, Astrid Vermeersch, Roeland Lysens, Peter Van Wambeke, Nina Goossens, Tinne Thys, Simon Brumagne, Lotte Janssens Source Type: research
Musculoskeletal impact of the use of various types of electronic devices on university students in Hong Kong: An evaluation by means of self-reported questionnaire
Despite the increasingly widespread popularity of electronic devices, there are limited comprehensive studies on the effects of usage and exposure to multiple electronic devices over extended periods of time. Therefore, this study explored the cumulative musculoskeletal implications of exposure to various electronic devices among university students. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Eugenia HC. Woo, Peter White, Christopher WK. Lai Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Subjective and clinical assessment criteria suggestive for five clinical patterns discernible in nonspecific neck pain patients. A Delphi-survey of clinical experts
Nonspecific neck pain patients form a heterogeneous group with different musculoskeletal impairments. Classifying nonspecific neck pain patients into subgroups based on clinical characteristics might lead to more comprehensive diagnoses and can guide effective management. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Vincent Dewitte, Wim Peersman, Lieven Danneels, Katie Bouche, Arne Roets, MPSS, Barbara Cagnie Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Use of Rasch analysis to investigate structural validity of a set of movement control tests for the neck
Movement control abilities are often reduced in persons with neck pain. In physiotherapeutic practice observational tests are frequently used to assess the impaired abilities. Several tests for movement control abilities are available, but no evidence exists on how to combine and interpret them. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Martin Sattelmayer, Roger Hilfiker, Hannu Luomajoki, Simone Elsig Source Type: research
The neuromotor effects of transverse friction massage
Transverse friction massage (TFM), as an often used technique by therapists, is known for its effect in reducing the pain and loosing the scar tissues. Nevertheless, its effects on neuromotor driving mechanism including the electromechanical delay (EMD), force transmission and excitation-contraction (EC) coupling which could be used as markers of stiffness changes, has not been computed using ultrafast ultrasound (US) when combined with external sensors. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Haris Begov ı, Guang-Quan Zhou, Snježana Schuster, Yong-Ping Zheng Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Is thoracic spine posture associated with shoulder pain, range of motion and function? A systematic review
Excessive thoracic kyphosis is considered a predisposing factor for shoulder pain, though there is uncertainty about the nature of the relationship between shoulder pain and thoracic spine posture. The aim of this systematic review was to investigate the relationship between thoracic kyphosis and shoulder pain, shoulder range of motion (ROM) and function. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Eva Barrett, Mary O ’ Keeffe, Kieran O’ Sullivan, Jeremy Lewis, Karen McCreesh Tags: Systematic review Source Type: research
Effects of Dry Needling to the Symptomatic versus Control Shoulder in Patients with Unilateral Subacromial Pain Syndrome
Initial reports suggest that treating myofascial trigger points in the infraspinatus with dry needling may be effective in treating patients with shoulder pain. However, to date, high quality clinical trials and thorough knowledge of the physiologic mechanisms involved is lacking. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Shane L. Koppenhaver, Robin Embry, John Ciccarello, Justin Waltrip, Rachel Pike, Michael Walker, Cesar Fern ández-de-las-Peñas, Theodore Croy, Timothy Flynn Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Intrarater reliability of hand held dynamometry in measuring lower extremity isometric strength using a portable stabilization device
Hand held dynamometry (HHD) is a more objective way to quantify muscle force production (MP) compared to traditional manual muscle testing. HHD reliability can be negatively impacted by both the strength of the tester and the subject particularly in the lower extremities due to larger muscle groups. The primary aim of this investigation was to assess intrarater reliability of HHD with use of a portable stabilization device for lower extremity MP in an athletic population. Isometric lower extremity strength was measured for bilateral lower extremities including hip abductors, external rotators, adductors, knee extensors, an...
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Steven M. Jackson, M. Samuel Cheng, A. Russell Smith, Morey J. Kolber Tags: Technical and Measurement Report Source Type: research
Musculoskeletal impact of the use of various types of electronic devices on university students in Hong Kong: An evaluation by means of self-reported questionnaire
Despite the increasingly widespread popularity of electronic devices, there are limited comprehensive studies on the effects of usage and exposure to multiple electronic devices over extended periods of time. Therefore, this study explored the cumulative musculoskeletal implications of exposure to various electronic devices among university students. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Eugenia HC. Woo, Peter White, Christopher WK. Lai Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Subjective and clinical assessment criteria suggestive for five clinical patterns discernible in nonspecific neck pain patients. A Delphi-survey of clinical experts
Nonspecific neck pain patients form a heterogeneous group with different musculoskeletal impairments. Classifying nonspecific neck pain patients into subgroups based on clinical characteristics might lead to more comprehensive diagnoses and can guide effective management. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Vincent Dewitte, Wim Peersman, Lieven Danneels, Katie Bouche, Arne Roets, MPSS, Barbara Cagnie Tags: Original article Source Type: research
Use of Rasch analysis to investigate structural validity of a set of movement control tests for the neck
Movement control abilities are often reduced in persons with neck pain. In physiotherapeutic practice observational tests are frequently used to assess the impaired abilities. Several tests for movement control abilities are available, but no evidence exists on how to combine and interpret them. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Martin Sattelmayer, Roger Hilfiker, Hannu Luomajoki, Simone Elsig Source Type: research
The neuromotor effects of transverse friction massage
Transverse friction massage (TFM), as an often used technique by therapists, is known for its effect in reducing the pain and loosing the scar tissues. Nevertheless, its effects on neuromotor driving mechanism including the electromechanical delay (EMD), force transmission and excitation-contraction (EC) coupling which could be used as markers of stiffness changes, has not been computed using ultrafast ultrasound (US) when combined with external sensors. (Source: Manual Therapy)
Source: Manual Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Haris Begov ı, Guang-Quan Zhou, Snježana Schuster, Yong-Ping Zheng Tags: Original article Source Type: research
