Researchers at the University of Evora, in Portugal, reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Benefits of Pilates in healthy people
Category Archives: B. MANIPULATIVE METHODS
Yoga vs stretching for low back pain
Chronic low back pain is a common problem lacking effective treatment options.
Researchers in Oregon and Washington compared yoga and conventional stretching exercises for patients with chronic low back pain. Continue reading Yoga vs stretching for low back pain
The value of breathing training in asthma
Surveys suggest many people with asthma use it, often without the knowledge of their healthcare providers.
Researchers at the University of Southampton, in the UK, reviewed the evidence. Continue reading The value of breathing training in asthma
Exercise to prevent migraine
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg, in Sweden, compared the effects of exercise and topiramate (Topamax) in migraine prevention. Continue reading Exercise to prevent migraine
Supervised vs home exercise to treat intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication is a diagnosis for muscle pain (ache, cramp, numbness, or sense of fatigue) typically in the calf muscle, which occurs during exercise and is relieved by a short period of rest.
Researchers at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, in Oklahoma City, compared home-based exercise to a supervised exercise program. Continue reading Supervised vs home exercise to treat intermittent claudication
Another review of Pilates for low back pain
Researchers at Peninsula Medical School, in Exeter, UK reviewed all studies of Pilates vs placebo to treat low back pain. Continue reading Another review of Pilates for low back pain
Using the Internet to treat migraine
The value of the Internet has been demonstrated for behavioral treatment of headache disorders, but not specifically for migraine.
In this study, researchers at the University of Gavle, in Sweden, developed and evaluated Internet-based behavior treatment. Continue reading Using the Internet to treat migraine
Benefits of tai chi in patients with kidney disease
Researchers at Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital, in Hong Kong, China, studied patients with end-stage kidney disease — complete, or almost complete failure of the kidneys to function.
The hardest part is maintaining commitment. Continue reading Benefits of tai chi in patients with kidney disease
TENS to treat latent myofascial trigger points
Myofascial trigger points may cause joint pain, headaches, and other kinds of pain so severe that it doesn’t respond well to painkillers.
Researchers at CEU-San Pablo University, in Madrid, Spain, assessed the response to burst application of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). Continue reading TENS to treat latent myofascial trigger points
TENS to treat trapezius muscle trigger points
The trapezius muscle contains trigger points (hyperirritable spots). Referred pain from these trigger points frequently cause patients to seek treatment.
Researchers at Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, in Bournemouth, UK, studied the immediate effect of electric point stimulation (TENS). Continue reading TENS to treat trapezius muscle trigger points
Feldenkrais as group treatment for chronic pain
Researchers at Umea University, in Sweden, report on the experiences of people with chronic pain after Feldenkrais group intervention. Continue reading Feldenkrais as group treatment for chronic pain
CAM for insomnia?
It’s probably one of the most popular uses of CAM.
Researchers in Australia reviewed the evidence. Continue reading CAM for insomnia?
Plan to treat fibromyalgia pain in advance
MayoClinic.com tells us, “When fibromyalgia pain or fatigue is severe, you might not be thinking clearly… Having a plan to follow gives you a sense of control over your signs and symptoms.” Continue reading Plan to treat fibromyalgia pain in advance
Foot massage for patients with dementia
Researchers at Griffith University, in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, studied the effects of foot massage on agitated behaviors. Continue reading Foot massage for patients with dementia
How does exercise benefit heart failure patients?
Researchers in California and Utah studied patients as they performed 8 weeks of knee-extensor exercise. Continue reading How does exercise benefit heart failure patients?
Review: CAM for low back pain
Researchers at the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, reviewed active and passive treatment programs.
Here’s what we know. Continue reading Review: CAM for low back pain
Limits to the benefits of resistance training in heart disease
Researchers at the Center for Cardiovascular Rehabilitation, in Bad Schallerbach, Austria, compared 2 levels of resistance training combined with aerobic training in patients participating in cardiac rehabilitation. Continue reading Limits to the benefits of resistance training in heart disease
Benefits of physical therapy in institutionalized patients
Does extra physical therapy reduce length of stay and improve patient outcomes in people with various conditions.
Researchers at La Trobe University, in Victoria, Australia reviewed the evidence? Continue reading Benefits of physical therapy in institutionalized patients
Treating tennis elbow with prolotherapy
Researchers at the Lahey Clinic, in Burlington, Massachusetts, compared prolotherapy vs corticosteroid injection to treat tennis elbow (chronic lateral epicondylosis).
Prolotherapy involves injecting an otherwise inactive irritant into the body to strengthen weakened connective tissue and alleviate pain. Continue reading Treating tennis elbow with prolotherapy
Comparing exercise programs in people with osteoarthritis
Reduced aerobic capacity in people osteoarthritis of the lower limbs affects independence and the ability to perform everyday activities.
Researchers at Universidad de Extremadura, in Spain, reviewed exercise programs and the ability to perform activities require sustained aerobic metabolism. Continue reading Comparing exercise programs in people with osteoarthritis