Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2019
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effect of dry needling on the active trigger point of upper trapezius muscle: Eliciting local twitch response on long-term clinical outcomes.
Pain from myofascial trigger points is often treated by dry needling (DN). Empirical evidence suggests eliciting a local twitch response (LTR) during needling is essential. Muscle damage after eliciting LTR can increase the risk of tissue fibrosis in some cases. ⋯ DN without eliciting LTR has superiority over the DN along with eliciting LTR while the treatment aimed to receive long-term effects.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2019
Psychological and physical factors related to disability in chronic low back pain.
Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a public health problem that causes high levels of disability. Psychological and physical factors could play a critical role in the disability perception of patients. ⋯ The results of this study highlight the relevance of psychological and physical factors in CLBP patient disability. Evaluation and treatment in CLBP patients should take these factors into account.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2019
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of core stability exercises on postpartum lumbopelvic pain: A randomized controlled trial.
Core stability exercises have been widely advocated for management of patients with different musculoskeletal conditions, even though its effect on postpartum Lumbopelvic Pain (LPP) has not been fully investigated. ⋯ Core stability exercises in addition to traditional treatment significantly decreased pain and improved function for women with postpartum LPP.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2019
Dysphagia and aspiration pneumonia in elderly hospitalization stroke patients: Risk factors, cerebral infarction area comparison.
Stroke is the most common neurological disease that is associated with deglutition disorders. The aim of this study was to analyze dysphagia and aspiration pneumonia risk factors in post-stroke elderly inpatients. ⋯ In stroke inpatients over sixty years of age, it is necessary to distinguish the patients with multiple previous cerebral infarctions, high NIHSS score, masticatory muscle paralysis, and abolition of gag reflex for early detection and rehabilitation of dysphagia.