Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of trunk muscles training using a star excursion balance test grid on strength, endurance and disability in persons with chronic low back pain.
Though core muscles strengthening using upper limbs in various positions and lower limbs in lying have been studied previously in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP), no study has specifically looked in to the effects of a training program that requires prior motor planning in standing (functional position). The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of star excursion balance test (SEBT) grid training in improving the outcomes in patients with CLBP. ⋯ The results of our study show that core muscles strengthening using a SEBT grid are more effective than conventional programs. We hypothesize SEBT training to have a significant role in skill learning. We recommend SEBT grid training to be incorporated in the treatment planning of persons with CLBP.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialA comparison of mckenzie therapy with electrophysical agents for the treatment of work related low back pain: A randomized controlled trial.
Chronic low back pain (LBP) is a major public health problem in industrialized countries and is one of the most common reasons for seeking healthcare. Although the McKenzie therapy is widely used for the treatment of low back pain, there is evidence for no improvement with exercise in short-, intermediate-, or long-term outcomes of pain relief or function. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of the McKenzie therapy with electrophysical agents (EPAs) in patients with chronic LBP. ⋯ McKenzie therapy reduces pain, and disability, among subjects with chronic LBP. This study revealed that the McKenzie therapy is more effective than EPAs group.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialUpper trapezius relaxation induced by TENS and interferential current in computer users with chronic nonspecific neck discomfort: An electromyographic analysis.
Recent studies have shown that a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and interferential current (IFC) application reduces pain in subjects with musculoskeletal disorders. However there are no clinical trials evaluating or comparing the muscle relaxation generated for these devices. ⋯ IFC induced the upper trapezius relaxation after 3 sessions in females with neck discomfort, but the TENS application did not change the muscular tension. However, these results should be carefully interpreted due to the lack of differences between groups. A significant pain decrease was found in the subjects of both groups, however, only the IFC application presented a clinically important improvement.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialEffectiveness of targeted home-based hip exercises in individuals with non-specific chronic or recurrent low back pain with reduced hip mobility: A randomised trial.
The relationship between low back pain (LBP) and reduced hip rotation has been well established. However, there is a lack of studies investigating the effect of treatment targeted at the hip in people with LBP. ⋯ In individuals with non-specific LBP and reduced hip rotation, clinical intervention of providing exercises targeted at the hip can be beneficial in improving pain and function, with strengthening exercises most beneficial for improving function.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialEffects of the high-power pain threshold ultrasound technique in the elderly with latent myofascial trigger points: a double-blind randomized study.
The high-power pain threshold ultrasound (HPPTUS) technique has been introduced as a novel treatment method in patients with myofascial trigger points (MTrPs). The aim of the current study was to compare the therapeutic effects of HPPTUS with those of the conventional ultrasound technique in elderly patients with latent MTrPs on the upper trapezius muscles of at least 1 side. ⋯ The results indicate that the HPPTUS technique in same manner as treatment of active MTrPs is not superior to the conventional ultrasound technique in the treatment of the elderly patients with the latent MTrPs.