Scand J Pain
January 2024
Objectives: Music festivals are often a source of joy, but also a risk of injury. While previous studies suggest music can relieve pain, its effect has not been tested in festival settings, nor has the effect of high-energy vs soothing music been compared. We hypothesized that guests at a heavy metal music festival would experience less pain when listening to thrash heavy metal compared to relaxing music, with the effect being influenced by music preference and increased with higher alcohol intake.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Transcult Nurs
November 2024
Introduction: Latinx Millennial caregivers are an understudied minority group in the United States. Due to life stage and cultural values, these caregivers struggle to balance conflicting priorities with career, family, and caregiving. They also face systemic barriers and healthcare disparities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) is crucial for stabilization and load distribution. Individuals with non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) and hyperlordosis present with trigger points (TrPs) and tight TLF. Instrument-assisted percussion therapy (IAPT) is a form of vibration therapy used for the release of fascia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Lumbar hyperlordosis is the most prevalent musculoskeletal postural deformity. Maintenance of normal limits of lumbar lordosis is necessary for obtaining an ideal posture. Literature suggests that poor posture results in fascial restriction in which the fascia reorganizes in response to tension.
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