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Use of cupping therapy in musculoskeletal disorders: A cross-sectional study on the profile, training, and practice of Brazilian physical therapists Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-18 Wesley Rodrigo Costa Rios, Hugo Jario Almeida Silva, Nayara Silva Pontes, André Pontes-Silva, Mariana Arias Avila, Bruno Tirotti Saragiotto, José Jailson de Almeida Júnior, Germanna Medeiros Barbosa, Marcelo Cardoso de Souza
Cupping therapy is a widely used technique in Brazilian physical therapy for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support its effectiveness. To investigate the profile, training, clinical practice, and scientific updates of Brazilian Physical Therapists who use cupping therapy as a therapeutic resource for musculoskeletal disorders. A cross-sectional
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Health coaching intervention with or without the support of an exercise buddy to increase physical activity of people with chronic low back pain compared to usual care: A feasibility and pilot randomised controlled trial Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 Carolina G. Fritsch, Manuela L. Ferreira, Mark H. Halliday, Katharine Roberts, Josielli Comachio, Manasi Mittinty, Louise Sharpe, Nadine E. Foster, Emmanuel Stamatakis, Paul J. Mork, Andrew J. McLachlan, Paulo H. Ferreira
Exercise buddies (people to exercise together with) might support people with low back pain (LBP) to become active. However, involving buddies in randomised controlled trials (RCT) might challenge recruitment, data collection and follow-up. To explore the feasibility of the intervention, recruitment and data collection approaches and potential effects of a health coaching intervention (focused on physical
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Mediators and moderators of a walking intervention to prevent neck pain among high-risk office workers: A secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 Nipaporn Akkarakittichoke, Mark P. Jensen, Ekalak Sitthipornvorakul, Prawit Janwantanakul
To test hypothesized mediators and moderators of the benefits of an app-provided walking intervention for preventing neck pain in high-risk office workers. Ninety-one office workers at risk for developing neck pain participated in the primary clinical trial. Two hypothesized mediators (the total number of steps taken and the number of days that participants exceed the number of recommended steps) were
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Swimming for low back pain: A scoping review Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 Deborah Marie Wareham, Joel Thomas Fuller, Tayla Jade Douglas, Christopher Seungmin Han, Mark Jonathan Hancock
Guidelines recommend exercise for treatment of chronic low back pain and prevention, but the amount and quality of evidence for different exercise modes is highly variable. Swimming is commonly recommended by health professionals, but the extent and quality of research supporting its relationship with back pain is not clear. The aim of this scoping review was to map the extent, characteristics and
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Utilisation and experience of emergency medical services by patients with back pain: A scoping review Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Matt Capsey, Cormac Ryan, Jagjit Mankelow, Denis Martin
Back pain is recognised as a common reason for people to access emergency medical services (EMS). EMS focus on identifying and treating serious and life-threatening conditions. Back pain frequently has a non-specific cause, however back pain is also a symptom for potentially serious pathology best suited for management by EMS. This scoping review explores how and why patients with back pain access
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Work-related interventions are not commonly included in physiotherapy management of lower limb osteoarthritis: A cross-sectional survey of Australian Physiotherapists Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Yousef Alyousef, Venerina Johnston, Michelle D. Smith
Lower limb osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of disability and can affect an individual's ability to work. To explore Australian physiotherapists’ use of work-related interventions in managing patients with lower limb OA, and identify current management practices. Physiotherapists with at least two years of experience treating patients with lower limb OA were invited to complete an online survey
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Does having an external focus in immersive virtual reality increase range of motion in people with neck pain? Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Maaike Kragting, Annelies L. Pool-Goudzwaard, Carlotta Pezzica, Lennard Voogt, Michel W. Coppieters
When instructing exercises to improve Range of Motion (ROM), clinicians often create an internal focus of attention, while motor performance may improve more when using an external focus. : Using Virtual Reality (VR), we investigated the effect of tasks with an internal and external focus on maximal ROM in people with neck pain and explored whether this effect was associated with fear of movement.
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Musculoskeletal physiotherapists’ experiences of using remote consultations during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Darren Cook, Jennifer Pearson
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the rapid implementation of remote consultations to maintain musculoskeletal physiotherapy services. However, little is known about UK musculoskeletal physiotherapists' experiences of providing services during the COVID-19 pandemic. To explore musculoskeletal physiotherapists’ experiences of using remote consultations in one area of England during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Diaphragm and chronic neck pain: Letter to editor Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Bruno Bordoni
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Towards a better understanding of our patients. A qualitative study about how patients and their physiotherapists perceive the recovery of shoulder problems. Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Sijmen Hacquebord, Henri Kiers, Philip van der Wees, Thomas J. Hoogeboom
To investigate how people with shoulder problems and their physiotherapists perceive the recovery of shoulder problems. We performed a qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with patients and their physiotherapists. Nine pairs of patients and physiotherapists (n = 18) were recruited. The transcribed interviews were analyzed in a consecutive multistep iterative process using a conventional
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Effects of physical exercise on muscle function of the knee, pain and quality of life in postmenopausal women with knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review with meta-analysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Débora Faria Wolf, Cristiano Carvalho, Roberta de Fátima Carreira Moreira Padovez, Marcos Paulo Braz de Oliveira, Paula Regina Mendes da Silva Serrão
Objective of this study was to investigate the effects of physical exercise on muscle function of the knee, pain and quality of life in postmenopausal women with knee osteoarthritis (OA). An electronic search was conducted of the PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, LILACS and PEDro databases for relevant articles published up to September 2023. Only randomized clinical trials with interventions
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Cervical manipulation versus thoracic or cervicothoracic manipulations for the management of neck pain. A systematic review and meta-analysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Andoni Carrasco-Uribarren, Pilar Pardos-Aguilella, Sandra Jiménez-del-Barrio, Sara Cabanillas-Barea, Silvia Pérez-Guillén, Luis Ceballos-Laita
Cervical and thoracic thrust or non-thrust manipulations have shown to be effective in patients with neck pain, but there is a lack of studies comparing both interventions in patients with neck pain. To investigate the effects of cervical thrust or non-thrust manipulations compared to thoracic or cervicothoracic manipulations for improving pain, disability, and range of motion in patients with neck
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Uncovering emotional and network dynamics in the speech of patients with chronic low back pain Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-24 Felipe J.J. Reis, Igor da Silva Bonfim, Leticia Amaral Corrêa, Leandro Calazans Nogueira, Ney Meziat-Filho, Renato Santos de Almeida
Computational linguistics allows an understanding of language structure and different forms of expression of patients’ perceptions. The aims of this study were (i) to carry out a descriptive analysis of the discourse of people with chronic low back pain using sentiment analysis (SA) and network analysis; (ii) to verify the correlation between patients’ profiles, pain intensity and disability levels
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Facilitators and barriers of empathetic behaviour in physiotherapy clinical practice: A qualitative focus group study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Konstantina Savvoulidou, Alexia Papageorgiou, Ourania Kolokotroni, Panagiota Kapreli, Aristi Tsokani, Nikolaos Strimpakos, Eleni Kapreli
Empathy is an essential competence of a person-centered approach, and a recognisable ability for providing physiotherapy quality healthcare. Empathetic communication enhances the improvement of patient outcomes and their experience of treatment. The aim of the study was to present further insights considering facilitators and barriers of an empathetic communication between patients and physiotherapists
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Somatosensory and psychosocial profile of migraine patients: A cross-sectional study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Mauro Barone, Fernando Imaz, Giancarlo De la Torre Canales, Maximiliano Venosta, Julian Dri, Leonardo Intelangelo
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder that involves the brain, characterized by a series of abnormal neuronal networks interacting at different levels of the central and peripheral nervous system. Furthermore, it is known that psychosocial features contribute to the exacerbation and chronicity of symptoms. To compare the somatosensory and psychosocial profiles of migraine patients with a control
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IFOMPT: Pioneering excellence in physical therapy through conferences and collaboration Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-21 Paolo Sanzo
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Factors that influence the quality of the clinical supervision experience in a first contact physiotherapy (FCP) role - The perspectives of supervisors and supervisees – A qualitative analysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-09 P.M. Millington, B. Snaith, L. Edwards, C.A. Carus
First contact practitioner (FCP) roles have been developed to supplement the primary care workforce in managing the burden of musculoskeletal conditions. In order to quality assure and standardise capability of these clinicians an educational framework was developed by NHS England. The Roadmap to Practice (2020) was the curriculum designed to support and develop capability for FCP roles. This secondary
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Conditioned pain modulation, kinesiophobia, and pain catastrophizing as prognostic factors for chronicity in a population with acute low back pain: An exploratory prospective study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-06 Melody Meilleur-Durand, Marc-Olivier Dubé, Luc J. Hébert, Catherine Mercier, Guillaume Léonard, Jean-Sébastien Roy
Psychosocial factors and alteration of the somatosensory functions have been associated with persistent low back pain (LBP). A decreased capacity of the central nervous system to modulate pain has been suggested as a potential contributor to the persistence of pain. To investigate whether conditioned pain modulation (CPM), initial symptoms/disability, kinesiophobia, and pain catastrophizing is associated
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Investigation of masticatory muscle thickness and mechanosensitivity of cervical and masticatory muscles in myofascial temporomandibular disorder patients with bruxism: A cross-sectional study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-03 Hasan Erkan Kilinc, Dilara Onan, Ozlem Ulger
Bruxism is a common problem associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The aim of this study was to compare a patient group with Myofascial TMD and bruxism and a healthy control group in terms of masseter and temporal muscle thickness (clenching and resting), mechanosensitivity of neck and jaw muscles, craniofacial pain, and disability and emotional stress status. The study included 31 patients
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Perioperative experiences of patients with high pain catastrophizing and knee arthroplasty after receiving or not preoperative physiotherapy: Qualitative study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 Mirari Ochandorena-Acha, Anna Escribà-Salvans, Jose Antonio Hernández-Hermoso, Marc Terradas-Monllor
Among the risk factors studied for persistent pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA), pain catastrophizing stands out above the others. In this regard, preoperative interventions based on pain neuroscience education or multimodal physiotherapy have been shown to be effective in reducing pain catastrophizing. The present qualitative study aims to explore the perioperative experiences of high pain
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Developing and embedding an advanced practice musculoskeletal physiotherapy service in public specialist outpatient services in Queensland: A health service masterclass Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-29 Maree Raymer, Patrick Swete Kelly, Shaun O'Leary
The Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Screening Clinic and Multi-disciplinary Service (MPSC&MDS) is an advanced practice physiotherapist-led model of care developed initially to address overburdened specialist orthopaedic outpatient public hospital services across Queensland, Australia. This Masterclass explores the experiences and success of embedding the MPSC&MDS state-wide across the Queensland public
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Extra criteria for quality assessment of clinical trials in physiotherapy Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Gwendolen Jull, Ann P. Moore
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The linear intra-articular motions of the temporomandibular joint in individuals with severe forward head posture: A cross-sectional study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Cyrus Taghizadeh Delkhoush, Mahdis Purzolfi, Majid Mirmohammadkhani, Hasti Sadollahi, Shiva Tavangar
The cervical vertebrae and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) may be linked through their common muscles. The aim of the present study was to compare the linear intra-articular motions of the TMJ between individuals with the normal craniocervical posture (CCP) and severe forward head posture (FHP). Cross-sectional study. Volunteers (N = 38) were equally assigned to either the severe FHP group or the
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Intra- and inter-rater reliability in ultrasonographic measurements of coracohumeral distance Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-09 Diego Guerra-Rodríguez, Juan Guerrero-Henriquez, Daniel Basilio, Guillermo Mendez-Rebolledo
Background Ultrasonography (US) is a widely used diagnostic tool in physical therapy. One of the US variables often utilized to quantify the dimensions of the subacromial space and its association with shoulder pathology is the coracohumeral distance (CHD), however, this measurement presents diverse evidence in terms of reliability. Objectives To assess the intra- and inter-rater reliability of both
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The effectiveness of nerve mechanical interface treatment for entrapment neuropathies in the limbs: A systematic review with metanalysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2024-01-09 Pietro Iogna Prat, Nicolò Milan, Jorg Huber, Colette Ridehalgh
Background Neurodynamic approach employs neural mobilization and mechanical nerve interface techniques. While published studies investigated the efficacy of neural mobilization, it is currently unknown whether manual treatment of the nerve mechanical interface is effective in the treatment of people with entrapment neuropathies. Objectives Assess the effectiveness of mechanical interface treatment
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Optimising physiotherapy for people with lateral elbow tendinopathy – Results of a mixed-methods pilot and feasibility randomised controlled trial (OPTimisE) Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-30 M. Bateman, A. Skeggs, E. Whitby, V. Fletcher-Barrett, G. Stephens, M. Dawes, D. Davis, J. Beckhelling, K. Cooper, B. Saunders, C. Littlewood, B. Vicenzino, N.E. Foster, J.C. Hill
Background The OPTimisE intervention was developed to address uncertainty regarding the most effective physiotherapy treatment strategy for people with Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy (LET). Objectives To assess the feasibility of conducting a fully-powered randomised controlled trial (RCT) evaluating whether the OPTimisE intervention is superior to usual physiotherapy treatment for adults with LET. Design
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Evaluation of methodological and reporting quality of systematic reviews on conservative non-pharmacological musculoskeletal pain management in children and adolescents: A methodological analysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-29 Veronica Souza Santos, Junior V. Fandim, Fernanda Gonçalves Silva, Bruna Alves Hatakeyama, Iuri Fioratti, Leonardo Oliveira Pena Costa, Bruno T. Saragiotto, Tiê P. Yamato
Background There are no studies investigating the methodological and report quality of systematic reviews of non-pharmacological interventions for musculoskeletal pain management among children and adolescents. Objective To evaluate the methodological and reporting quality of systematic reviews on conservative non-pharmacological pain management in children and adolescents with musculoskeletal pain
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Is proprioception affected in those with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders? A cross-sectional study exploring joint position sense and force sense of the jaw Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-29 Alana Dinsdale, Lucy Thomas, Roma Forbes, Julia Treleaven
Background Proprioception is an important component of normal jaw function, although to date it is unknown if and how proprioception is affected in those with intra-articular temporomandibular disorders (IA-TMDs). This challenges effective management of this subgroup. Objectives Determine whether differences in local joint position sense and force sense exist between individuals with IA-TMD and those
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Is device guided training targeted to the craniocervical flexor and extensor muscles efficacious? A preliminary randomized controlled trial in a cervicogenic headache population Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-23 Pilar Pardos-Aguilella, Luis Ceballos-Laita, Sara Cabanillas-Barea, Silvia Pérez-Guillén, Gianluca Ciuffreda, Andoni Carrasco-Uribarren
Background Specific neck exercise is effective in the management of cervicogenic headache (CH). The Spinertial device was designed to facilitate craniocervical flexion and extension training, but its efficacy, judged on change in headache impact, has not been tested. Objective To compare guided and progressive resisted specific neck exercise targeted to the craniocervical flexors and extensors (SNE-fe)
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Elements of exercise prescription in Randomised controlled trials of musculoskeletal rehabilitation in a one–on–one setting. A scoping review Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-17 Samantha S. Smith, Suzanne J. Snodgrass, Peter G. Osmotherly
Background Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are used by clinicians to inform evidence-based practice including when providing exercise programs. They should sufficiently report exercise interventions to permit accurate replication and incorporation into clinical practice. Objectives The aim of this scoping review was to describe the elements used within the exercise prescription process for musculoskeletal
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Dosage of joint mobilization for the management of patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain: A scoping review Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-20 Sizhong Wang, Cathy Chapple, Gerard Farrell, Dusty Quinn, Steve Tumilty, Daniel Cury Ribeiro
Evidence supporting type and dosage of joint mobilizations and rationale for selecting joint mobilization dosage for patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain are limited. This scoping review aimed to systematically map the type and dosage of joint mobilizations used in previous trials for managing patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain; and summarize the rationale for adopting a specific
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Sit-to-stand power predicts functional performance and patient-reported outcomes in patients with advanced knee osteoarthritis. A cross-sectional study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-17 Stian Langgård Jørgensen, Inger Mechlenburg, Marie Bagger Bohn, Per Aagaard
Background Lower limb muscle power is positively associated with functional performance and patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) and suggested as an important variable to evaluate in patients with advanced knee osteoarthritis (OA). Objectives To explore the association between muscle power derived from the 30-sec sit-to-stand test (STS power) with functional performance and PROMs compared to maximal isometric
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An investigation of the reproducibility of a self-selected natural feet position when standing: Implications for the assessment of upright standing posture Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-11 Lee Daffin, Stanley Innes, Max C. Stuelcken
Background Photogrammetry is often used to evaluate standing static postural alignment. Patients are often instructed to self-select a natural feet position but it's unclear whether this position can be consistently replicated across repeated assessments. Objective To determine whether people can replicate a self-selected natural feet position in upright standing across three sessions on different
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Diagnostic accuracy of the upper limb neurodynamic test 1 using neurodynamic sequencing in diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-15 Elena Bueno-Gracia, Pablo Fanlo-Mazas, Miguel Malo-Urriés, Diego Rodriguez-Mena, Alberto Montaner-Cuello, Gianluca Ciuffreda, Michael Shacklock, Elena Estébanez-de-Miguel
Background The upper limb neurodynamic test 1 is used in the diagnosis of median nerve neuropathies such as carpal tunnel syndrome but its diagnostic validity remains limited. Neurodynamic sequencing has been suggested to increase the specificity of the neurodynamic tests, however, to date, information on the diagnostic accuracy of this variation in neurodynamic testing is required. Objectives The
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Progressive submaximal effort hamstring muscle endurance is reduced after reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-14 Nuala Grace, Peter J. McNair, Simon W. Young
Endurance capability in the muscles controlling the knee is poorly understood post anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, despite many sporting activities requiring notable muscle endurance. The hamstring muscles, when active, provide important anatomical support to protect the reconstructed graft. In the absence of good hamstring endurance, fatigue may predispose individuals to re-injury
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Dry needling perceptions and experiences: A survey of Australian physiotherapists Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-07 Luke C. Jenkins, Simon J. Summers, Anthony Nasser, Arianne Verhagen
Background There is a lack of information on the use of dry needling in Australian physiotherapy practice. Objectives Our primary aim was to enhance the understanding of why Australian physiotherapists use dry needling in clinical practice. The secondary aim was to explore Australian physiotherapists experiences with adverse events caused by dry needling. Design Cross-sectional online survey. Method
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Differences of diaphragmatic muscle contraction between female patients with chronic neck pain and asymptomatic controls: A case-control study based on ultrasonography Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-08 Gamze Yalcinkaya Colak, Seher Ozyurek, Yesim Salik Sengul, Orhan Kalemci
Background Recent systematic reviews and meta-analyses show that individuals with chronic neck pain (CNP) have altered respiratory muscle strength and abnormal respiratory mechanics. However, no study has investigated the diaphragmatic function in individuals with CNP compared to asymptomatic peers. Objectives This study aimed to compare the respiratory muscle strength and diaphragmatic function between
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Exploring the experiences and perceptions of patients awaiting rotator cuff repair surgery: An integrated qualitative study within the POWER pilot and feasibility trial Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-05 Maria Moffatt, Julia Wade, Nadine E. Foster, Chris Littlewood
Background As waiting times for orthopaedic surgery increase, there have been calls to move from ‘waiting lists’ to ‘preparation lists’, to better prepare patients for surgery. In this context, a pilot randomised controlled trial (POWER) was conducted, comparing physiotherapist-led exercise to waiting-list control (usual care), for patients awaiting rotator cuff repair surgery. This qualitative study
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Pain catastrophizing and risk of progression to widespread pain among patients with chronic low back pain: A retrospective cohort study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-04 John C. Licciardone, Mira Ibrahim, Joshua Baker, Tyler Thornton, Stephanie Vu
Background Chronic low back pain often progresses to widespread pain. Although many factors are associated with progression, their roles in contributing to chronic widespread pain (CWP) are often unclear. Objective To determine if pain catastrophizing is an independent risk factor for CWP. Design Retrospective cohort study within a national pain research registry from April 2016 through August 2022
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Experiences from pre-surgery physiotherapy and thoughts about future exercise among patients with disc herniation or spinal stenosis: A qualitative study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-03 Yvonne Lindbäck, Siw Carlfjord
Background Continuous exercising after a physiotherapy intervention for low back pain (LBP) is known to be crucial, but sustaining new habits may be challenging. Aim To describe patients’ pre- and post-surgery experiences after a pre-surgery physiotherapy intervention, and their thoughts about future exercise and self-management. Methods Individual semi-structured interviews at two time-points were
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Improving musculoskeletal physiotherapists’ confidence in patient-centred care informed by acceptance and commitment therapy: A descriptive study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-12-03 Marie K. March, Belinda Judd, Alison R. Harmer, Jillian Eyles, Sarah M. Dennis
Background Patient-centred care is essential for high quality musculoskeletal care, however, few evidence-based opportunities exist that address the barriers to implementation for clinicians. Objective To develop and evaluate a simulation-based educational strategy for musculoskeletal physiotherapists to increase knowledge and confidence in patient-centred care. Methods Repeated-measures, single-group
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Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among hotel housekeepers and cleaners: A systematic review with meta-analysis Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-11-30 Cristian Sánchez-Rodríguez, Laura Capitán-Moyano, Narges Malih, Aina M. Yáñez, Miquel Bennasar-Veny, Olga Velasco-Roldán, Oana Bulilete, Joan Llobera-Canaves
Background Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are among the most frequent and costly occupational health problems with a rising prevalence globally. Objective This systematic review with meta-analysis was conducted to know and evaluate the prevalence of MSD by anatomic location among hotel housekeepers (HHs) and cleaners. Methods Electronic searches were conducted in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Dialnet
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United Kingdom physiotherapists injection therapy practice for musculoskeletal complaints: A cross-sectional survey Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-11-27 Nick Livadas, Andrew Cuff, Iain Loughran, Paul Chesterton
Background Physiotherapists in the United Kingdom (UK), who have received additional training can adopt injection therapy for the treatment of musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders. Objectives The objective of this practice survey was to explore (i) the frequency of use of injection therapy by UK physiotherapists for MSK disorders; and (ii) the clinical reasoning for selection of injectate, dose and pre/post
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Association between physical activity status and musculoskeletal pain in individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2: Sulcovid-19 survey. Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-11-18 Juliana Quadros Santos Rocha, Yohana Pereira Vieira, Eduardo Lucia Caputo, Suele Manjourany Silva Duro, Mirelle de Oliveira Saes
Background This study aimed to evaluate the association of physical activity (PA) before SARS-Cov-2 infection with Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain after infection. Methods: We used data from the Sulcovid-19, a longitudinal study. This study was carried out in the city of Rio Grande, in the extreme south of Brazil with individuals who were infected by SARS-Cov-2 between December/2020 and March/2021. Participants
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2023 in Review Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-11-15 Ann P. Moore, Gwendolen Jull
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Physiotherapist-led exercise versus usual care (waiting-list) control for patients awaiting rotator cuff repair surgery: A pilot randomised controlled trial (POWER) Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-30 Chris Littlewood, Maria Moffatt, Jacqueline Beckhelling, Daniel Davis, Adrian Burden, Lisa Pitt, Stacey Lalande, Catrin Maddocks, Gareth Stephens, Helen Tunnicliffe, Jessica Pawson, James Lloyd, Andrea Manca, Julia Wade, Nadine E. Foster
Background Once a decision to undergo rotator cuff repair surgery is made, patients are placed on the waiting list. It can take weeks or months to receive surgery. There has been a call to move from waiting lists to ‘preparation’ lists to better prepare patients for surgery and to ensure it remains an appropriate treatment option for them. Objective To evaluate the feasibility, as measured by recruitment
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Upper limb neurodynamic mobilization disperses intraneural fluid in cervical nerve roots: A human cadaveric investigation Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Nathan E. Burgess, Kerry K. Gilbert, Stéphane Sobczak, Phil S. Sizer, Dylan Homen, Micah Lierly, Gary A. Kearns, Jean-Michel Brismée
Background Cervical radiculopathy is a common cause of neck pain with resultant intraneural edema and impaired nerve function. One strategy to treat radiculopathy is neurodynamic mobilization (NDM); however, little is known about the effect of this treatment on nerve tissue fluid dynamics. Objective Investigate the impact of upper limb, median nerve-biased NDM on longitudinal intraneural fluid dispersion
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Response to letter to editor: The association between hip strength, physical function and dynamic balance in people with unilateral knee osteoarthritis: A cross-sectional study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-29 Andrew Hislop, Natalie J. Collins, Kylie Tucker, Adam Ivan Semciw
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Cross-cultural adaptation, reliability, and validity of the Turkish version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Şeyda Candeniz, Hikmet Kocaman, Seher Erol Çelik, Nilgün Bek
Objectives The objective of the study was to cross-culturally adapt and assess the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the CAIT (CAIT-TR). Methods The CAIT was translated and adapted into Turkish according to accepted cross-cultural adaptation guidelines of self-reported measures. A total of 130 individuals, including healthy participants (n = 40) and with chronic ankle instability (CAI)
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Effectiveness of different percutaneous electrolysis protocols in the endogenous modulation of pain: A Double-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-11 Juan L. Sánchez-González, Víctor Navarro-López, Laura Calderón-Díez, Sergio Varela-Rodríguez, César Fernández-de-las-Peñas, José L. Sánchez-Sánchez
Objective This randomized clinical trial investigated if the application of percutaneous electrolysis (PE) enhances endogenous pain mechanisms (EPM) when compared with a simple needle application (acting as sham). Methods Forty-six asymptomatic subjects, aged 18–40 years, were randomized into three groups receiving a single ultrasound-guided PE intervention consisting of a needle insertion on the lateral
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Do metrics derived from self-reported and clinician-reported pain drawings agree for individuals with chronic low back pain? Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-10-07 Marco Barbero, Matthew Piff, David Evans, Deborah Falla
Background Clinicians commonly use pain drawings to define the spatial extent and location of a person's pain, but limited research has investigated who should perform the drawing. Objectives To establish the inter-rater reliability of pain extent and location derived from three sets of pain drawings for people with chronic low back pain: one self-reported and two clinician-reported. Additionally,
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The addition of structured lifestyle modifications to a traditional exercise program for the management of patients with knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised trials Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-09-29 Larissa Sattler, Adrian Kan, Wayne Hing, Christopher Vertullo
Background Guidelines recommend exercise for the management of knee osteoarthritis (OA), however, recently it has been suggested that including additional lifestyle modifications with a traditional exercise program may elicit greater benefits than exercise alone. Objectives To investigate the influence of the addition of lifestyle modifications to a traditional exercise program, with respect to functional
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Research from low-income and middle-income countries will benefit global health and the physiotherapy profession, but it requires support Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) 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 Z. Pinto
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Measurement properties of a computer adaptive device, the Senscoordination 3D Cervical Trainer, to assess cervical range of motion in people with neck pain Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-09-21 Erik Thoomes, Joshua A. Cleland, Deborah Falla, Robby de Pauw, Francois Maissan, Marloes de Graaf
Introduction Clinicians commonly assess cervical range of motion (ROM) in patients with neck pain. Recently, a new instrument has been developed, the Senscoordination 3D Cervical Trainer (SCT), designed to measure neck ROM in addition to joint position error, static and dynamic balance performance, and performance on a ‘neuro muscular control test’. This study aims to assess the interrater reliability
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Pressure pain sensitivity, thermographic changes, function, life and sleep quality in patients with unilateral rotator cuff injury: A case-control study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-09-17 Faruk Tanık, Merve Keskin, Derya Özer Kaya
Introduction-Aim This study aimed to assess pressure pain sensitivity, thermographic changes, functional status, quality of life, and sleep in individuals with unilateral shoulder pain due to rotator cuff tear and compare these parameters with the unaffected side and asymptomatic individuals. Material-method Thirty-two patients with unilateral rotator cuff injury and 32 volunteers without shoulder
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Exploration of the clinical course and longitudinal correlations in frozen shoulder: The role of autonomic function, central pain processing, and psychological variables. A longitudinal multicenter prospective observational study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-09-14 Michel GCAM Mertens, Filip Struyf, Olivier Verborgt, Lirios Dueñas, Mercè Balasch-Bernat, Santiago Navarro-Ledesma, Manuel Fernandez-Sanchez, Alejandro Luque-Suarez, Enrique Lluch Girbes, Mira Meeus
Background Altered central pain processing (CPP) and dysautonomia might play a role in the clinical course of frozen shoulder and psychological factors, like pain catastrophizing and hypervigilance, might influence clinical variables in frozen shoulder. Objectives To explore the clinical course of frozen shoulder regarding CPP, dysautonomia, pain catastrophizing, and hypervigilance and to explore whether
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Barriers and facilitators to implementation of outcome measures among physiotherapists in Nepal: A mixed-methods study Musculoskelet. Sci. Pract. (IF 2.3) Pub Date : 2023-09-15 Anupa Pathak, J Haxby Abbott, Nibha Bajracharya, Gagan Gurung, Govinda Mani Nepal, Saurab Sharma
Background Standardised outcome measures are essential to evidence-based practice but their implementation remains a significant challenge in low- and middle-income countries. The barriers and enablers for implementation of outcome measures are likely different in these settings. Objectives We sought to understand barriers and facilitators to use of standardised outcome measures (e.g. patient-reported