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Effectiveness of non-invasive therapies on pain, maximum grip strength, disability, and quality of life for lateral elbow tendinopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Mariana G.M. Campos, Laísa B. Maia, Rodrigo O. Mascarenhas, Bianca M. Lourenço, Nicholas Henschke, Vinicius C. Oliveira
Lateral elbow tendinopathy is a common musculoskeletal disorder. Effectiveness of non-invasive therapies for this health condition are unclear. To investigate the effectiveness of non-invasive therapies on pain, maximum grip strength, disability, and quality of life for lateral elbow tendinopathy. Searches were conducted on MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, AMED, PEDro, Cochrane Library, SPORTDiscus and PsycINFO
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The minimal important difference for the Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke Patients in the subacute stage Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Hung-Pin Lien, Yun-Jer Shieh, Chih-Ping Chen, Yi-Jing Huang, Inga Wang, Mei-Hsiang Chen, Ching-Lin Hsieh
The minimal important difference (MID) of the Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke Patients (PASS) remains unknown, limiting the interpretation of change scores. To estimate the MID of the PASS in patients with subacute stroke. Data at admission and discharge for 240 participants were retrieved from a longitudinal study. The “mobility” item of the Barthel Index was used as the anchor for indicating
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The importance of sleep in the paradigm shift from a tissue- and disease-based pain management approach towards multimodal lifestyle interventions for chronic pain Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Jo Nijs, Olivier Mairesse, Nicole K.Y. Tang
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Social responsiveness in children with developmental coordination disorder Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-09 Amy De Roubaix, Herbert Roeyers, Hilde Van Waelvelde, Lynn Bar-On
Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in performing motor tasks. Research suggests social skills are also altered. To investigate (1) whether the presence of DCD affects social responsiveness, (2) whether the co-occurrence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects social responsiveness in children with DCD, and (3) whether there is an association
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Comparing physical therapy students' attitudes and beliefs regarding chronic low back pain and knee osteoarthritis: an international multi-institutional comparison between 2013 and 2020 academic years Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-09 Wouter Munneke, Christophe Demoulin, Nathalie Roussel, Marijke Leysen, C. Paul Van Wilgen, Laurent Pitance, Roland R. Reezigt, Lennard P. Voogt, Wim Dankaerts, Lieven Danneels, Albère J.A Köke, Wilfried Cools, Margot De Kooning, Jo Nijs
In 2013, physical therapy students demonstrated low guideline-adherent recommendations regarding chronic low back pain (CLBP) for spinal pathology, activity, and work. To assess the differences in physical therapy students’ attitudes, beliefs, and adherence to guideline recommendations regarding CLBP and knee osteoarthritis between 2013 and 2020. In 2013 and 2020, second and fourth-year physical therapy
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The impact of severity of motor delay, timing of task mastery, and START-play intervention on the development of means-end problem solving in young children Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-09 Andrea B. Cunha, Iryna Babik, Dongho Choi, Natalie Koziol, Regina T. Harbourne, Stacey C. Dusing, Sarah W. McCoy, Sandra L. Willett, James A. Bovaird, Michele A. Lobo
Children with motor delays are at increased risk for delayed means-end problem-solving (MEPS) performance. To evaluate children with motor delays: 1) the impact of motor delay severity and MEPS mastery timing on developmental trajectories of MEPS; and 2) the effectiveness of Sitting Together And Reaching To Play (START-Play) intervention for improving MEPS. This represents a secondary analysis from
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Prevalence of disabling musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescents in Brazil: A cross-sectional study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2024-02-09 Bruna Alves Hatakeyama, Bárbara Isabel Aparecida Camargo, Verônica Souza Santos, Mariana Nascimento Leite, Caique de Melo do Espirito Santo, Steven J. Kamper, Chris G. Maher, Leonardo Oliveira Pena Costa, Tiê P. Yamato
Estimates of prevalence of musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescents vary considerably and the impact of pain on children's life is often not considered. To determine the one-month prevalence of disabling musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescents. The secondary aims are to: 1) determine the body region with the highest prevalence; 2) understand the characteristics of the children with
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Normal values for maximal respiratory pressures in children and adolescents: A systematic review with meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-29 Nicole Pradi, Danielle Soares Rocha Vieira, Olívia Ramalho, Ítalo Ribeiro Lemes, Emanuella Cristina Cordeiro, Maiqueli Arpini, Erik Hulzebos, Fernanda Lanza, Dayane Montemezzo
The non-invasive assessment of maximal respiratory pressures (MRP) reflects the strength of the respiratory muscles. To evaluate the studies which have established normative values for MRP in healthy children and adolescents and to synthesize these values through a meta-analysis. The searches were conducted until October 2023 in the following databases: ScienceDirect, MEDLINE, CINAHL, SciELO, and Web
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Physical therapy interventions used to treat individuals with biceps tendinopathy: a scoping review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-27 Amy W. McDevitt, Jodi L. Young, Joshua A. Cleland, Paisley Hiefield, Suzanne J. Snodgrass
Shoulder pain related to pathology of the long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) can be debilitating. Chronic LHBT tendinopathy is a common condition that is difficult to treat. Little consensus exists regarding the optimal approach to treating individuals with LHBT tendinopathy. To systematically scope the literature to identify and present the available information regarding physical therapist interventions
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Is prehospital physical performance a predictor of functional capacity decline at discharge in hospitalized Brazilian older adults? Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-16 Tayla Gomes de Moura, Ingrid Fernandes da Rocha, Larissa Silva Guedes, Aline Teixeira Alves, Patrícia Azevedo Garcia
Hospitalization contributes to functional decline in older adults. To assess the relationship between physical performance on admission and functional capacity and functional capacity decline at discharge, and to investigate tools capable of predicting this decline. Prospective longitudinal study with 75 older adults admitted to a public hospital between July 2021 and February 2022. The independent
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Promoting positive physical activity behaviours in children undergoing acute cancer treatment: feasibility of the CanMOVE intervention Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-14 Sarah L. Grimshaw, Nicholas F. Taylor, Rachel Conyers, Nora Shields
Supporting children and adolescents with cancer to be physically active can improve medium- and long-term health outcomes. To assess the feasibility of CanMOVE, a 10-week complex, theoretically-informed, behaviour change intervention to promote physical activity for children and adolescents undergoing acute cancer treatment. A feasibility study using a single-group, repeated measures, mixed methods
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Measurement properties of upper extremity physical performance tests in athletes: a systematic review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-14 Germanna Medeiros Barbosa, Letícia Bojikian Calixtre, Hilmaynne Renaly Fonseca Fialho, Francisco Locks, Danilo Harudy Kamonseki
Upper extremity Physical Performance Tests (PPTs) have been used in sports contexts to provide functional status of the athletes. However, whether these tests present appropriate measurement properties to be considered a valuable measurement is not clear. To systematically review the measurement properties of upper extremity PPTs in athletes. Databases (e.g., Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, CENTRAL)
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Striving for better outcomes of treating chronic pain: integrating behavioural change strategies before, during, and after modern pain science education Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-12-08 Eva Roose, Jo Nijs, G. Lorimer Moseley
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Breaking barriers to rehabilitation: the role of behavior change theories in overcoming the challenge of exercise-related behavior change Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-22 Manuela Karloh, Thiago Sousa Matias, Joice Mara de Oliveira, Fabiano Francisco de Lima, David Halen Araújo Pinheiro, Graziele Besen Barbosa, Karina Couto Furlanetto, Celso R.F. Carvalho
Background Promoting exercise-related behavior change in rehabilitation is a challenge. The lack of integration between rehabilitation program prescriptions, behavior change interventions, and behavioral change theories is profound. Using behavior change theories properly is crucial for better adherence and promoting positive outcomes. Therefore, it is essential to bring theories that support the understanding
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Self-reported knee function and activity level are reduced after primary or additional anterior cruciate ligament injury in female football players: a five-year follow-up study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-22 Anne Fältström, Martin Hägglund, Henrik Hedevik, Joanna Kvist
Background Playing football involves a high risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and these may affect knee function and activity level. Objectives To measure changes in self-reported knee function, activity level, and satisfaction with knee function and activity level in female football players with or without an ACL-reconstructed knee. Methods Female football players, age 19.9 (SD 2.6)
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What are the cut-off points for vaginal manometry to differentiate women with a weak from those with a strong pelvic floor muscle contraction?: Vaginal manometry to classify a pelvic floor muscle contraction Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-21 Jordana Barbosa-Silva, Tatiana de Oliveira Sato, Cristine Homsi Jorge, Susan Armijo-Olivo, Patricia Driusso
Background Vaginal manometry is regarded as an objective method to assess pelvic floor muscles (PFM) function and can measure several variables during contraction. Objective To determine which variables could differentiate women with/without a weak/strong PFM contraction and determine their cut-off points. Methods This is a diagnostic accuracy study performed on 156 women with a mean age of 40.4 (SD
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Glittre-ADL test without backpack: A qualitative study of perceptions of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Bianca Louise Carmona Rocha, Marcella Guimarães Assis, Liliane Patrícia de Souza Mendes, Marcelo Velloso
Background The Glittre Activities of Daily Living (Glittre-ADL) test without backpack was recently validated to assess the functional capacity of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Objective To understand the perceptions of people with COPD about the Glittre-ADL test with and without backpack and the possible similarities with their activities of daily living (ADLs). Methods Participants
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Test procedures and positive diagnostic criteria of the upper limb tension tests differ: a systematic review of the DiTA database Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-10 Arianne P Verhagen, Hayley Brown, Mark Hancock, David Anderson
Background The validity of the ULTT is unclear, due to heterogeneity of test procedures and variability in the definition of a positive test Objective To evaluate test procedures and positive diagnostic criteria for the upper limb tension test (ULTT) in diagnostic test accuracy studies. Methods A systematic review of diagnostic accuracy studies was performed. We conducted a search of the DiTA (Diagnostic
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Compared to what? An analysis of comparators in trials informing the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) low back pain guideline Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-14 Geronimo Bejarano, Ben Csiernik, Joshua R. Zadro, Giovanni E. Ferreira
Background Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability globally. Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) have been developed in hopes of encouraging evidence-based care for LBP. However, poor quality of trials that underpin CPGs can lead to misleading recommendations for LBP. Objectives To categorize the comparator used in trials included in the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE)
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A paradigm shift from a tissue- and disease-based approach towards multimodal lifestyle interventions for chronic pain: 5 steps to guide clinical reasoning Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Jo Nijs, Astrid Lahousse, Anneleen Malfliet
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A proposal for a universal physical therapy diagnostic concept Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Marc Perron, Rachel Brosseau, Désirée B. Maltais, Vincent Piette, Alain Godbout, Hélène Corriveau, Luc J. Hébert
Background In Canada, as in other countries, the physical therapist (PT) must make a diagnosis to comply with direct access responsibilities. This means making a diagnosis is an entry-to-practice essential competency. However, there is no consensus across physical therapy practice domains and contexts regarding the diagnostic concept, i.e., the classification system, labelling and diagnostic format
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Arm swing asymmetry in people with Parkinson's disease and its relationship with gait: A systematic review and meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Jessica Espinoza-Araneda, Cristian Caparrós-Manosalva, Paula M. Caballero, Maira J. da Cunha, Ritchele R. Marchese, Aline S. Pagnussat
Background Individuals with Parkinson's disease present arm swing alterations that can adversely affect their locomotion. Objective To identify differences in arm swing asymmetry (ASA) between individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) and healthy individuals and to investigate the relationship between ASA, temporal-spatial gait parameters, and disease progression. Methods A literature search was conducted
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Bimanual hand use in children and adolescents with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy: an exploratory study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Simone A. Bueno, Marisa C. Mancini, Rachel H.S. Oliveira, Marina J. Airoldi, Beatriz S. Vieira, Andrew M. Gordon, Marina B. Brandão
Background Individuals with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (USCP) often show difficulties using their hands during activities of daily living. Objective To investigate the factors that interfere with hand use during bimanual activities in children and adolescents with USCP. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study with 102 children and adolescents with USCP, aged 6 to 18 years. We collected
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What do people believe to be the cause of low back pain? A scoping review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Søren Grøn, Kasper Bülow, Tobias Daniel Jonsson, Jakob Degn, Alice Kongsted
Objective To explore how causal beliefs regarding non-specific low back pain (LBP) have been quantitatively investigated. Methods A scoping review based on the guidelines by the JBI (former Joanna Briggs Institute) was conducted. We searched Medline, Embase, Psychinfo, and CINAHL for relevant studies and included peer-reviewed original articles that measured causal beliefs about non-specific LBP among
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Putting the fear-avoidance model into practice – what can patients with chronic low back pain learn from patients with Achilles tendinopathy and vice versa? Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-11-04 Hayley Powell Smitheman, Mari Lundberg, Malin Härnesand, Sara Gelfgren, Karin Grävare Silbernagel
Background Fear-avoidance variables are present in patients with musculoskeletal pain conditions, such as chronic low back pain (CLBP) and Achilles tendinopathy (AT) and can lead to reduced function and recovery. It is unknown how these variables relate in populations with different etiologies but similar pain provocation mechanisms. Objective To compare kinesiophobia, pain catastrophizing, and disability
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Affordance-based practice: An ecological-enactive approach to chronic musculoskeletal pain management Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-16 Daniela Virgínia Vaz, Peter Stilwell, Sabrina Coninx, Matthew Low, Craig Liebenson
Background The biomedical understanding of chronic musculoskeletal pain endorses a linear relationship between noxious stimuli and pain, and is often dualist or reductionist. Although the biopsychosocial approach is an important advancement, it has a limited theoretical foundation. As such, it tends to be misinterpreted in manners that lead to artificial boundaries between the biological, psychological
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The care pathway of individuals with spinal disorders in a Health Care Network in the Federal District, Brazil: a retrospective study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Luciana Alves Custódio, Yara Andrade Marques, Aline Martins de Toledo, Arthur de Sá Ferreira, Maurits van Tulder, Everton Nunes da Silva, Rodrigo Luiz Carregaro
Background Understanding the care pathway is essential to identify how to effectively treat spinal disorders. However, there is no specific data on the pathway of these individuals in the Health Care Networks (HCN) in Brazil. Objective To investigate the pathway of individuals with non-specific spinal disorders (NSD) in the HCN in the Federal District, Brazil, and verify the interventions adopted,
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Additional effect of pain neuroscience education to spinal manipulative therapy on pain and disability for patients with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Fernando Augusto Gonçalves Tavares, João Vitor Alves Rossiter, Gabriela Caroline Leandro Lima, Letícia Gomes de Oliveira, Witor Souza Cavalcante, Mariana Arias Ávila, Steven Zachary George, Thais Cristina Chaves
Background Spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) demonstrates small effects on pain intensity in low back pain. Combining SMT with a psychosocial intervention like pain neuroscience education (PNE) could promote additional effect. Objectives To evaluate the additional effect of PNE when combined to SMT on pain intensity and low back pain-related disability in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP)
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Physical therapists’ perspectives of patient values and their place in clinical practice: a qualitative study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-05 Carla M. Bastemeijer, Johannes P. van Ewijk, Jan A. Hazelzet, Lennard P. Voogt
Background In physical therapy practice patients and therapists exchange their perspectives on musculoskeletal health problems and their meaning for both of them. However, literature indicates that physical therapists find it difficult to enquire about the patients’ values during clinical encounters. Objectives The aim of this study was to gain deeper insight into the perspectives of physical therapists
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Habitual physical activity minimizes healthcare costs resulting from comorbidities among adults with cardiovascular diseases Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-10-05 Monique Yndawe Castanho Araujo, Eduardo Kokubun, Maria Carolina Castanho Saes Norberto, André Lucas Servo Bento, Bruna Camilo Turi-Lynch, Jamile Sanches Codogno
Background Habitual physical activity (HPA) can be used as a non-pharmacological strategy to prevent and control chronic diseases, as well as playing a role in minimizing healthcare costs. Objective To verify the impact of HPA on healthcare costs at different levels of care, over 24 months, in an adult population with cardiovascular diseases (CVD), including individuals with or without comorbidities
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Research from low-income and middle-income countries will benefit global health and the physiotherapy profession, but it requires support Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-29 Saurab Sharma, Arianne Verhagen, Mark Elkins, Jean-Michel Brismée, George D. Fulk, Jakub Taradaj, Lois Steen, Alan Jette, Ann Moore, Aimee Stewart, Barbara J. Hoogenboom, Anne Söderlund, Michele Harms, Rafael Zambelli Pinto
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Effectiveness of interferential current in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-21 Érika P. Rampazo, Maurício A. Luz Júnior, Juliana B. Corrêa, Naiane T.B. de Oliveira, Irlei dos Santos, Richard E. Liebano, Leonardo O.P. Costa
Background There is no systematic review assessing the effectiveness of interferential current (IC) in patients with low back pain. Objective To investigate the effectiveness of IC in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. Methods The databases PUBMED, EMBASE, PEDro, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and SCIELO were searched. Randomized controlled trials reporting pain intensity and disability in
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Predictive factors of functional limitation after cardiac surgery: a retrospective cohort study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-09-21 Patrícia da Silva Bauer, Cassiano Teixeira, Bruna Muller Leão, Regis Goulart Rosa
Background Functional limitation is relatively common and can negatively influence the postoperative outcome of patients after cardiac surgery. Objective To identify the predictive factors of functional limitation in patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery. Methods Retrospective cohort study was performed to evaluate patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery. All patients underwent a cardiovascular
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Phenotyping nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain: who, how, & why? Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-22 Jo Nijs, Liesbet De Baets, Paul Hodges
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Exploration of the clinical course of frozen shoulder: A longitudinal multicenter prospective study of functional impairments Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Michel GCAM Mertens, Mira Meeus, Olivier Verborgt, Enrique Lluch Girbes, Silvia Mena-Del Horno, Marta Aguilar-Rodriguez, Lirios Dueñas, Santiago Navarro-Ledesma, Manuel Fernandez-Sanchez, Alejandro Luque-Suarez, Filip Struyf
Background Contradictory evidence exists regarding the clinical course of frozen shoulder (FS). Objectives To explore the clinical course of FS regarding disabilities, pain, range of motion (ROM), muscle strength, scapular upward rotation, and proprioception and to establish longitudinal correlations between these variables. Methods Patients with FS were prospectively followed for 9 months at 3-month
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Do patients undergoing physical therapy in a rehabilitation center have a high prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction and psychological disorders? A cross–sectional study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Aura Maria Paternina De La Ossa, Camila Chizuto Catai, Samuel Lopes, Caroline Caetano Pena, Nicole Arantes De Paula, Ana Carolina Nociti Lopes Fernandes, Cristine Homsi Jorge
Background Prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) and its relationship with anxiety in a population undergoing physical therapy treatment in Rehabilitation Centers seems to have been little investigated in the literature. Objective 1) to investigate the prevalence of PFD, anxiety, depression; 2) to assess quality of life (QoL) in patients undergoing physical therapy in a Rehabilitation Center
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Are alterations in running biomechanics associated with running injuries? A systematic review with meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Alexandre Dias Lopes, Angelie Mascarinas, Luiz Hespanhol
Background No systematic review has investigated the main biomechanical variables as predictors of running-related injuries. Objective To investigate the main biomechanical variables associated with running-related injuries. Methods Medline via PubMed, EMBASE, SPORTDiscus, Web of Science, and CINAHL were searched from inception until 1 November 2021. Each study included must have investigated the association
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Can language enhance physical therapists’ willingness to follow Choosing Wisely recommendations? A best-worst scaling study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-14 Priti Kharel, Joshua R. Zadro, Giovanni Ferreira, Martin Howell, Kirsten Howard, Sally Wortley, Charlotte McLennan, Christopher G. Maher
Background Choosing Wisely recommendations could reduce physical therapists’ use of low-value care. Objective To investigate whether language influences physical therapists’ willingness to follow the Australian Physiotherapy Association's (APA) Choosing Wisely recommendations. Design Best-worst Scaling survey Methods The six original APA Choosing Wisely recommendations were modified based on four language
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What are the unsupervised exercise adherence rates in clinical trials for knee osteoarthritis? A systematic review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-12 Kristin M. Smith, B. James Massey, Jodi L. Young, Daniel I. Rhon
Background Exercise is an effective intervention for knee osteoarthritis (OA), and unsupervised exercise programs should be a common adjunct to most treatments. However, it is unknown if current clinical trials are capturing information regarding adherence. Objective To summarize the extent and quality of reporting of unsupervised exercise adherence in clinical trials for knee OA. Methods Reviewers
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Test-retest reliability of movement-evoked pain and sensitivity to movement-evoked pain in patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-11 Sizhong Wang, Ramakrishnan Mani, Jiaxu Zeng, Cathy M Chapple, Daniel Cury Ribeiro
Background The number of researchers and clinicians using movement-evoked pain and sensitivity to movement-evoked pain to assess shoulder pain has increased. However, the intrarater test-retest reliability of movement-evoked pain and sensitivity to movement-evoked pain in people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain (RCRSP) is still unknown. Objective We examined the intrarater test-retest reliability
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Effects of a foot-ankle muscle strengthening program on pain and function in individuals with knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-11 Glauko A.F. Dantas, Isabel C.N. Sacco, Angélica V. Ferrari, Alessandra B. Matias, Ricky Watari, Larissa V.M. Oliveira, Thainá R. Marcon, José A. Fatore, Henrique Pott-Junior, Tania F. Salvini
Background Foot-ankle exercises could improve pain and function of individuals with KOA and need to be tested. Objective To investigate whether an 8-week foot-ankle muscle strengthening program is effective for individuals with KOA to reduce pain and improve function. Methods In this randomized controlled trial, individuals diagnosed with clinical and radiographic KOA were randomized into the intervention
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The influence of pain-related comorbidities on pain intensity and pain-related psychological distress in patients presenting with musculoskeletal pain Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-10 Steven L. Spoonemore, Ryan C. McConnell, William E. Owen, Jodi L. Young, Derek J. Clewley, Daniel I. Rhon
Background Musculoskeletal pain (MSP) is the largest contributor to chronic pain and frequently occurs alongside other medical comorbidities. Objective Explore the relationships between the presence of pain-related comorbidities, pain intensity, and pain-related psychological distress in patients with MSP. Methods A longitudinal assessment of individuals 18–90 years old in the Midwestern United States
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Maximal respiratory pressures: Measurements at functional residual capacity in individuals with different health conditions using a digital manometer Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Bruna M.F. Silveira, Henrique R. Martins, Giane A. Ribeiro-Samora, Luciano F. Oliveira, Eliane V. Mancuzo, Marcelo Velloso, Verônica F. Parreira
Background Measuring maximal respiratory pressure is a widely used method of investigating the strength of inspiratory and expiratory muscles. Objectives To compare inspiratory pressures obtained at functional residual capacity (FRC) with measures at residual volume (RV), and expiratory pressures obtained at FRC with measures at total lung capacity (TLC) in individuals with different health conditions:
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Photobiomodulation does not provide incremental benefits to patients with knee osteoarthritis who receive a strengthening exercises program: a randomized controlled trial Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-06-23 Ana Elisa Serafim Jorge, Lucas Ogura Dantas, Francisco Aburquerque-Sendín, Angélica Viana Ferrari, Jonathan Emanuel Cunha, Glauko André de Figueiredo Dantas, Germanna Medeiros Barbosa, Paula Regina Mendes da Silva Serrão, Tania de Fátima Salvini
Background There is lack of agreement in the literature about the effectiveness of photobiomodulation (PBM) for reducing pain-related symptoms in patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Objective To evaluate whether PBM, when combined to exercises, provides incremental therapeutic benefits for pain, physical function, and quality of life (QoL) in patients with knee OA. Methods A six-month double-blind
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Single-group studies in leading physical therapy journals commonly make inappropriate conclusions regarding treatment effect modifiers. A systematic review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-06-22 Tayla J. Douglas, Elin Rosenberg Čemažar, Natasha C. Pocovi, Mark J. Hancock
Background Characteristics that identify patients who respond differently to certain interventions are called treatment effect modifiers. Some studies inappropriately report the presence of treatment effect modifiers without adequate study designs. Objectives To evaluate what proportion of single-group studies published in leading physical therapy journals inappropriately report treatment effect modifiers
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Nociplastic pain and central sensitization in patients with chronic pain conditions: a terminology update for clinicians Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-06-14 Jo Nijs, Anneleen Malfliet, Tomohiko Nishigami
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Effects of foot-ankle exercises on foot-ankle kinematics, plantar pressure, and gait kinetics in people with diabetic neuropathy: Secondary outcomes from a randomized controlled trial Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-06-12 Renan L. Monteiro, Jane S.S.P. Ferreira, Érica Q. Silva, Ronaldo H. Cruvinel-Júnior, Jady L. Veríssimo, Sicco A. Bus, Isabel C.N. Sacco
Background Follow-up report of secondary outcomes of a randomized, single-blinded, parallel controlled trial that investigated the benefits of a foot-ankle therapeutic exercise program on foot-ankle kinematics, plantar pressure, and lower limb kinetics during gait in individuals with diabetic neuropathy (DPN). Methods Sixty-six participants with DPN were randomly allocated into a control group (CG;
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Comment on Martins et al. 2021: The issues of normalizing using ratio variables Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-05-18 Rubén Fernández-Matías
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Prediction equation of hip external rotators torque in healthy adults and older adults using the measure of hip extensors maximum torque Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-05-16 Juliana Melo Ocarino, Lourdes Coral Contreras Montenegro, Aloísio Joaquim Freitas Ribeiro, Rafael Zambelli Pinto, André Gustavo Pereira de Andrade, Larissa Santos Pinto Pinheiro, Thales Resende Souza, Renan Alves Resende
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Effects of elastic kinesiology taping on shoulder proprioception: a systematic review Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-05-15 Amanda L. Ager, Fabio Carlos Lucas de Oliveira, Jean-Sébastien Roy, Dorien Borms, Michiel Deraedt, Morgane Huyge, Arne Deschepper, Ann M. Cools
Background Shoulder injuries are associated with proprioceptive deficits. Elastic kinesiology tape (KT) is used for treating musculoskeletal disorders, including shoulder injuries, as it arguably improves proprioception. Objective To synthesize the evidence on the effects of elastic KT on proprioception in healthy and pathological shoulders. Methods Four databases (PubMed, WoS, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus)
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Introducing the comprehensive pain management editorial series Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-26 Jo Nijs, Astrid Lahousse
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Comparison of rotator cuff to glenoid proximity based on scapulothoracic upward rotation classification Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-27 Rebekah L. Lawrence, Gaura Saini, Justin L. Staker, Paula M. Ludewig
Background Recent evidence suggests that internal impingement, or rotator cuff tendon deformation against the glenoid, occurs during overhead motions and may therefore be a mechanism of pathology even in non-athletes. Clinically, knowing how movement impacts potential injury mechanisms would be useful to guide movement-based treatment strategies. Objective To compare the distance between the glenoid
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Sleep quality and polysomnographic changes in patients with chronic pain with and without central sensitization signs Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-26 Ana Paula dos Santos Bento, Ney Meziat Filho, Arthur de Sá Ferreira, Ana Paula Cassetta, Renato Santos de Almeida
Background Insufficient sleep is common nowadays and it can be associated with chronic pain. Objective To describe the main polysomnographic findings in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain and to estimate the association between sleep quality, polysomnography variables and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Methods This cross-sectional research analyzed a database from polysomnography type 1 exams
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Post-COVID-19 functional status scale: Cross-cultural adaptation and measurement properties of the Brazilian Portuguese version Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-25 Carina Araujo de Facio, Fernando Silva Guimarães, Augusto Gomes Teixeira da Cruz, Roberta Fernandes Bomfim, Silvia Regina Amorim Pires Miranda, Daiane Roberta Viana, Clarissa Cardoso dos Santos Couto Paz, Tatiana de Oliveira Sato, Valéria Amorim Pires Di Lorenzo
Background The Post-COVID-19 Functional Status (PCFS) scale was created to assess the functional status of patients after hospital discharge due to COVID-19. Objective To perform cross-cultural adaptation of the PCFS Scale and Manual into Brazilian Portuguese and evaluate its measurement properties in patients post-COVID-19. Methods For the cross-cultural adaptation, independent translations and back-translations
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Patients report being satisfied with private musculoskeletal physical therapy when therapists educate effectively and facilitate shared decision making Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-12 Vaughan Nicholson, Neil Tuttle, Amy Papinniemi, Kerrie Evans
Background Overall satisfaction with physical therapy care can improve patient adherence and active involvement in their management. However, which individual factors most influence satisfaction with private practice physical therapy care is not well established. Objective to identify which aspects of the private practice musculoskeletal physical therapy experience best delineated “completely satisfied”
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Consensus-based recommendations on physical activity and exercise in patients with diabetes at risk of foot ulcerations: a Delphi study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-06 Alba Gracia-Sánchez, Adriana López-Pineda, José Luis Lázaro-Martínez, Antonio Pérez, Francisco J. Pomares-Gómez, Lourdes María Fernández-Seguín, Vicente F. Gil-Guillén, Esther Chicharro-Luna
Background Patients with diabetes mellitus are exposed to important complications. Currently little evidence on the guidelines that these patients, at some risk of foot ulceration, should follow in the physical exercise. Objectives To reach a consensus among multidisciplinary and international experts on physical activity/exercise recommendations for patients with diabetes, according to foot ulcer
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The effectiveness of hip interventions in patients with low-back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-04-05 Luis Ceballos-Laita, Elena Estébanez-de-Miguel, Jose Jesús Jiménez-Rejano, Elena Bueno-Gracia, Sandra Jiménez-del-Barrio
Background: Low-back pain (LBP) may be directly or indirectly related to impairments from the hip joint. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of hip interventions on pain and disability in patients with LBP in the short-, medium-, and long-term. Methods: PubMed, Cochrane Library, PEDro, Web of Science, and SCOPUS databases were searched in November 2022. Randomized controlled trials involving hip-targeted
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Characterising tibialis posterior tendinopathy using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health: a cross sectional study Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-03-21 Megan H. Ross, Michelle D. Smith, Bill Vicenzino
Background Tibialis posterior tendinopathy (TPT) is characterised by pain around the medial foot/ankle and difficulties weightbearing. Objective Compare individuals who have TPT with asymptomatic controls across the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) domains of body structure and function, activity, participation and personal factors. Methods Twenty-two individuals
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High intensity training improves symptoms of central sensitization at six-month follow-up in persons with chronic nonspecific low back pain: Secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-03-17 Jonas Verbrugghe, Anouk Agten, Sjoerd Stevens, Frank Vandenabeele, Nathalie Roussel, Jeanine Verbunt, Nina Goossens, Annick Timmermans
Background High intensity training (HIT) improves disability and physical fitness in persons with chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP). However, it remains unclear if HIT affects pain processing and psychosocial factors. Objective To evaluate 1) the effects of HIT on symptoms of central sensitization and perceived stress and 2) the relationship of symptoms of central sensitization and perceived
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A guide to identify cervical autonomic dysfunctions (and associated conditions) in patients with musculoskeletal disorders in physical therapy practice Braz. J. Phys. Ther. (IF 3.4) Pub Date : 2023-03-17 Firas Mourad, Andrea Giudice, Giorgio Maritati, Filippo Maselli, Rik Kranenburg, Alan Taylor, Roger Kerry, Nathan Hutting
Background Differential diagnosis is a hot topic in physical therapy, especially for those working in a direct access setting dealing with neck pain and its associated disorders. All international guidelines agree in recommending to first rule out non-musculoskeletal pathologies as the cause of signs and symptoms in the patient. Although the autonomic nervous system (ANS) has a crucial role and is