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What are the immediate effects of Atlanto-occipital joint manipulation on neck pain?

In 2009, researchers led by Pilar Mansilla-Ferragut investigated the impact of spinal manipulation on women suffering from mechanical neck pain. Specifically, they targeted the atlanto-occipital joint, assessing its influence on active mouth opening and pressure pain sensitivity in the sphenoid bone region, innervated by the trigeminal nerve. Thirty-seven women aged 21 to 50 with mechanical neck pain participated in the study. They were randomly assigned … Continue reading What are the immediate effects of Atlanto-occipital joint manipulation on neck pain?

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Does immediate exercise post-surgery hasten recovery for lumbar microdiscectomy patients?

In 2009, a preliminary study conducted by R. J. Newsome and colleagues, the potential benefits of initiating exercise immediately following lumbar microdiscectomy surgery were investigated. The objective was to assess whether this early exercise regimen could lead to quicker independent mobility for patients without increasing the risk of complications. The study, a randomized, single-blind, controlled trial, took place at a secondary care teaching hospital in … Continue reading Does immediate exercise post-surgery hasten recovery for lumbar microdiscectomy patients?

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What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

A randomized controlled trial investigated the impact of resistance training (RES) and its combination with chiropractic treatment (RES-C) on fibromyalgia (FM) symptoms and functionality in women diagnosed with FM. In 2009, a study led by Lynn B Panton and colleagues, the study involved women with FM, with an average age of 48 years, who were randomly assigned to either the RES group (n = 10) … Continue reading What is the effectiveness of combining resistance training with chiropractic treatment for fibromyalgia management?

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Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

In 2009, a study conducted by Fernando Ribeiro and colleagues aimed to investigate the effects of a budget-friendly strength training program targeting the ankle dorsi- and plantar flexors on muscle strength, balance, and functional mobility among elderly individuals residing in institutional settings. The study also sought to explore any associations between strength gains and improvements in balance and functional mobility. The research involved forty-eight volunteers, … Continue reading Can low-cost strength training transform balance in elderly institutionalized individuals?

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How does lower back pain influence heart rate variability response to chiropractic treatment?

In 2009, a study led by Richard A Roy and colleagues, the effects of chiropractic treatments on heart rate variability (HRV) were investigated in patients with and without lower back pain. The study aimed to compare HRV modulation following manual assisted mechanical force (Activator) or traditional diversified technique spinal manipulation. The research involved 51 participants who were randomly assigned to control, treatment, or sham groups. … Continue reading How does lower back pain influence heart rate variability response to chiropractic treatment?

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