Efficacy Comparison of Osteopathic Muscle Energy Techniques and Cervical Mobilization on Pain, Disability, and Proprioception in Cervical Spondylosis Patients.

BACKGROUND Cervical spondylosis (CS) is a degenerative disease of the cervical spine characterized by persistent neck pain. Cervical facet joint mobilization (CM) and the osteopathic muscle energy technique (MET) are effective manual procedures for the treatment of neck pain. In this study, we compared the efficacy of the MET and CM techniques on pain, disability, and proprioception in 76 patients with CS.

A Comparison of the Effects of Supervised versus Home Schroth Exercise Programs with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.

(1) Background: Schroth exercise can reduce the deformity of the spine and improve the life quality and the body image of patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). (2) Methods: The study began with 49 participants, aged 10-16 years old, who were diagnosed with AIS. At the end of the study, 37 patients were randomly assigned to either the Supervised (n = 19) or Home-Based Schroth Exercise Group (n = 18) and completed the study.

Effect of pain on cranio-cervico-mandibular function and postural stability in people with temporomandibular joint disorders.

Background: Neck and jaw pain is common and is associated with jaw functional limitations, postural stability, muscular endurance, and proprioception. This study aimed to investigate the effect of jaw and neck pain on craniocervico- mandibular functions and postural stability in patients with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJDs).

Methods: Fifty-two patients with TMJDs were included and assessed using Fonseca's Questionnaire and the Helkimo Clinical Dysfunction Index.

Efficacy of scapulothoracic exercises on proprioception and postural stability in cranio-cervico-mandibular malalignment: A randomized, double-blind, controlled trial.

Background: Cranio-cervico-mandibular (CCM) malalignment is associated with forward head posture (FHP) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and affects masticatory muscles.

Objective: This randomized, double-blind controlled trial aimed to compare the efficacy of scapula-thoracic (ST) exercises on temporomandibular and cervical joint position sense and postural stability in individuals with CCM malalignment.

Methods: Fourty-nine participants with CCM malalignment were randomly assigned to the ST exercise group (STEG, n= 24) or the control group (CG, n= 25).

A comparison of the effects of connective tissue massage and classical massage on chronic mechanical low back pain.

Background: The study aimed to compare the effects of connective tissue massage (CTM) and classical massage (CM) in patients with chronic mechanical low back pain on pain and autonomic responses and to determine the most effective manual therapy method.

Methods: Seventy individuals with chronic mechanical low back pain were randomly divided into CTM (n = 35) and CM (n = 35) groups. The participants were given a 4-week treatment protocol consisting of a hot pack, exercise, and CTM or CM for 20 sessions.

Manual lymphatic drainage and Kinesio taping applications reduce early-stage lower extremity edema and pain following total knee arthroplasty.

Background: Controlling early symptoms following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is critical for long-term outcomes.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and Kinesio Taping®(KT) applications in terms of reducing lower extremity edema, pain, and improving function in the early postoperative period of TKA.

Methods: Forty-five female patients with unilateral TKA were allocated to an additional postoperative MLD treatment (n = 15) with exercises, additional Kinesio Taping® (n = 15) with exercises, or exercise-only (n = 15).

Assessment of the reliability of hand-held surface scanner in the evaluation of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

Purpose: Spinal deformities due to adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) result in impairment in the back surface topography. Sophisticated interventions are needed that address different aspects of deformity. The purpose of our study is to test the reliability of hand-held 3D scanners on the assessment of AIS.

Does kinesiophobia affect the early functional outcomes following total knee arthroplasty?

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of kinesiophobia on early functional outcomes in patients following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and how kinesiophobia is related to functional outcomes and pain. The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK), 2-minute walk test (2-MWT), and the timed up and go test (TUG) were used to assess 46 TKA patients on discharge day. The pain levels and active knee flexion range of motion (ROM) were recorded.

Do Pilates-based exercises following total knee arthroplasty improve postural control and quality of life?

Purpose: The aim of this prospective, randomized, controlled study was to investigate the effects of the addition of Pilates-based exercises to standard exercise programs performed after total knee arthroplasty on quality of life and balance.

Method: Forty-six volunteers were divided into two groups. The control group (n = 17) was assigned a standard exercise program after discharge; the study group (n = 17) was assigned Pilates-based exercises along with the standard exercise program.

Correlation between quadriceps to hamstring ratio and functional outcomes in patellofemoral pain.

Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between quadriceps to hamstring (Q:H) ratio and the functional outcomes in Patellofemoral Pain (PFP) patients.

Methods: The study included forty-four women diagnosed with unilateral PFP. Eccentric and concentric quadriceps and hamstring strength were recorded.

The relationship between quadriceps strength and joint position sense, functional outcome and painful activities in patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate how strongly the concentric and eccentric quadriceps strengths were correlated with the joint position sense, functional outcomes and painful activities in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).

Methods: The study included forty-six women diagnosed with unilateral PFPS. Eccentric and concentric quadriceps strengths were recorded at 60 and 180°/s.

Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Turkish version of Oxford hip score.

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to translate the Oxford hip score (OHS) into Turkish and to evaluate the psychometric properties by testing the internal consistency, reproducibility, construct validity, and responsiveness in patients with hip osteoarthritis (OA).

Patients And Methods: Oxford hip score was translated and culturally adapted according to the guidelines in the literature. Seventy patients (mean age 61.

Turkish version of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Quality of Life questionnaire.

Purpose: To test the measurement properties of Turkish version of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Quality of Life (ACL-QOL) questionnaire.

Methods: One hundred and nineteen patients with ACL reconstruction (ACL-R) completed internal consistency, agreement, construct validity, floor and ceiling effect analyses. Eighty out of 119 patients with ACL-R completed Turkish version of the ACL-QOL questionnaire twice for the test-retest reliability.

The effect of progressive eccentric and concentric training on functional performance after autogenous hamstring anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a randomized controlled study.

Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the functional results of an early onset progressive eccentric and concentric training in patients with autogen hamstring anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.

Methods: Thirty-three patients with autogenous hamstring ACL reconstruction were randomly divided into study (n=16, mean age; 33.87±8.

Semitendinosus snapping: analysis of movement, electromyographic activities, muscle strength and endurance, motor control and joint position sense.

A female ballet with a history of two-years of semi-tendinosus (ST) snapping was assessed. On physical examination snapping was observed during hyperextension of the knee. Neither any history of trauma nor treatment was recalled.

Is there a relationship between tracking ability, joint position sense, and functional level in patellofemoral pain syndrome?

Purpose: This prospective cohort study investigated proprioception and motor control changes in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), and how these changes related to knee function, pain, muscle strength and muscle endurance.

Methods: The study included 43 women diagnosed with unilateral patellofemoral pain syndrome. Thirty-one healthy women were recruited as control group.

Static balance in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Background: The relationship between one-leg static standing balance (OLSSB) and patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is unknown.

Hypothesis: OLSSB decreases in patients with PFPS.

Design: Prospective case series.

The effects of additional kinesio taping over exercise in the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Objective: The purpose of this prospective, randomized, controlled study was to determine the effects of kinesio taping in the treatment of patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).

Methods: Thirty-one women with PFPS (mean age: 44.88 years; range: 17 to 50 years) were randomly assigned to either a kinesio taping (KT) (n=15) or control (n=16) group.

Effects of physiotherapy on pain and functional activities after cesarean delivery.

Purpose: To investigate the effects of a physiotherapy program on incision pain and functional activities in the early post-cesarean period.

Methods: Fifty women were evaluated after Cesarean operation with regard to times of ambulation and return of bowel activity, intensity of incision pain, difficulty in functional activities and number of analgesics required additional to routine pain control procedure. Twenty-four women received only routine nursing care, and a physiotherapy program was applied to the study group (n = 26), additionally.

Women with patellofemoral pain syndrome have quadriceps femoris volume and strength deficiency.

Purpose: the aim of this study was to assess muscle torque, total volume, and cross-sectional area, and lower limb function of the quadriceps muscle in women with unilateral patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).

Methods: twenty-four women with unilateral patellofemoral pain participated in the study, with each subject acting as their own internal control by using the unaffected limb. quadriceps muscle torque was measured with the Isomed 2000.

The effect of an exercise program in conjunction with short-period patellar taping on pain, electromyogram activity, and muscle strength in patellofemoral pain syndrome.

Background: McConnell recommended that patellar tape be kept on all day, until patients learn how to activate their vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) during an exercise program. This application may pose problems because prolonged taping may be inadvisable for some patients or even contraindicated owing to skin discomfort, irritation, or allergic reaction.

Hypothesis: Wearing patellofemoral tape for a shorter duration during an exercise program would be just as beneficial as a prolonged taping application.

Hallux valgus in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome.

The aim of this study was to investigate the presence of hallux valgus (HV) in patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Ninety-nine patients with unilateral patellofemoral pain participated. The study was designed with each subject acting as their own internal control by using the unaffected limb for comparison.

Comparison of manual lymph drainage therapy and connective tissue massage in women with fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial.

Objective: This study analyzed and compared the effects of manual lymph drainage therapy (MLDT) and connective tissue massage (CTM) in women with primary fibromyalgia (PFM).

Methods: The study design was a randomized controlled trial. Fifty women with PFM completed the study.

Interferential current versus biofeedback results in urinary stress incontinence.

Background: Urinary stress incontinence is a common, disruptive and potentially disabling condition in which the subject complains of involuntary leakage on effort or exertion or on sneezing or coughing.

Aim: This study was performed in order to compare the effects of interferential current and biofeedback applications on incontinence severity in patients with urinary stress incontinence. In addition, pelvic muscle strength and quality of life as important parameters in these subjects were investigated.