Effects of complex decongestive physical therapy on upper limb circumference and sensory function in post-mastectomy lymph oedema, A quasi-experimental study.

The quasi-experimental study was conducted at the Allied Hospital, Faisalabad to investigate the effect of complex decongestive physical therapy on sensory testing in postmastectomy- related lymphoedema patients. The sample comprised 18 participants enrolled using convenience sampling technique. All the participants received complex decongestive physical therapy during 5 sessions per week for 3 weeks.

Comparison of muscle energy technique and mobilization with movement to reduce pain and improve functional status in subjects with anterior innominate ilio-sacral dysfunction.

Objective: This study aimed to compare Muscle energy technique (METs) and Mobilization with movement (MWM) for pain reduction and improving functional status in subjects with anterior innominate iliosacral dysfunction.

Methodology: Thirty-six patients with anterior innominate iliosacral dysfunction were randomly assigned to both groups. Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI) were used to measure pain and functional disability.

Risk factors of post discharge falls in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: An integrative review.

Background: Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a widely performed surgical procedure aimed at alleviating pain and restoring functionality in individuals suffering from knee osteoarthritis. Despite substantial benefits of TKA, patients are exposed to potential risks, including the occurrence of falls during their recovery period following discharge from the hospital.

Objective: This integrative review endeavors to comprehensively investigate the existing body of literature to identify and assess the diverse factors that contribute to occurrence of post-discharge falls among TKA patients.

Effects of exercise on sex steroid hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) in eumenorrheic females: A systematic to review and meta-analysis.

Background: The sex steroid hormones fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, which affects the strength and postural stability of females and leads to injuries and risk of falls. These hormones may be modulated by exercise to impact the overall health of females.

Objective: To determine the effects of exercise on sex steroid hormones in eumenorrheic females.

Comparative effects of post isometric relaxation technique and Bowen's therapy on pain, range of motion and function in patients with temporomandibular joint disorder.

Background: The most common cause of mouth and facial pain is a temporomandibular joint disorder, which affects the patient's quality of life and interferes with their ability to perform daily tasks.

Objective: The purpose was to compare the effects of the Post-Isometric Relaxation Technique and Bowen's Therapy on pain, range of motion and functional activity in patients with temporomandibular joint disorders.

Methods: This study was a randomized clinical trial.

Effects of clamshell exercises in terminal extension lag after ACL reconstruction.

Background: Terminal extension lag (TEL) is common following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Clamshell exercises have been suggested as a potential intervention to address TEL, but limited research has been conducted in this area.

Objective: This study aimed to determine the effects of Clamshell exercises in terminal extension lag after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

Characterizing clinical patterns of physical therapy activities for post-stroke spasticity in stroke rehabilitation: looking into the "Black Box".

Physical therapy is considered to be an adjunctive therapy for the management of post-stroke spasticity. The insight of this study is to observe the current clinical practices of rehabilitation for post-stroke spasticity. For this purpose, an observational cross-sectional study was conducted.

Effects of sustained natural apophyseal glides versus rocabado 6 × 6 program in subjects with cervicogenic headache.

Background: Cervicogenic headache is designated as the most common type of secondary headache that results from conditions affecting the neck's bony components, muscles, and intervertebral discs rather than the head itself.

Objective: The purpose was to determine the effects of Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGs) versus the Rocabado 6 × 6 program in subjects with cervicogenic headaches.

Methods: This study was a randomized clinical trial.

Effects of kinesio taping with and without active release technique in carpal tunnel syndrome.

Background: Kinesio taping is used as a conservative treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome and the active release technique is also effective.

Objective: The purpose of the present study was to compare the effects of kinesio taping with and without the active release technique on pain, grip strength, functional disability and range of motion in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome.

Methods: It was a randomized controlled trial.

Comparative effects of lymphatic drainage and soft tissue mobilization on pain threshold, shoulder mobility and quality of life in patients with axillary web syndrome after mastectomy.

Purpose: The purpose was to compare the effects of manual lymphatic drainage and soft tissue mobilization on pain threshold, shoulder mobility and quality of life in patients with axillary web syndrome.

Methods: This randomized clinical trial was conducted on 36 breast cancer patients with developed axillary web; participants were randomly divided into two groups. One group was treated with manual lymphatic drainage; the other group was treated with soft tissue mobilizations in addition to therapeutic exercises, i.

Effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on spasticity, walking and quality of life in poststroke lower limb spasticity: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To determine the effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) on lower limb function, walking, and quality of life in patients with lower limb poststroke spasticity.

Data Sources: A comprehensive and systematic electronic database search of PubMed, Web of Science, ProQuest thesis Dissertation checks, Google Scholar was conducted from January 2010 to March 2022.

Review Method: Initially, the bibliography was screened to identify randomized and nonrandomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of ESWT on lower limb spasticity and functional outcomes in stroke patients.

Translation and validation of Incontinence Impact Questionnaire Short Form in the Urdu language.

Introduction And Hypothesis: The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire Short Form (IIQ-7 SF) is a self-administered questionnaire that is used to assess the impact of urinary incontinence on the quality of life in women. It is translated into different languages; however, there is currently no official Urdu version of this tool. The main purpose of this study was to translate the IIQ-7 SF into the Urdu language and to find out its validity and reliability in women with urinary incontinence.

Translation and validation of the Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire in the Urdu language.

Introduction And Hypothesis: The Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire (PGQ) is designed to determine pain and limited activities in pregnant and postpartum women with pelvic girdle pain (PGP). The purpose of this study was to translate the PGQ into the Urdu language and find out the cross-cultural validity and reliability of the Urdu PGQ among pregnant and postpartum women.

Methods: A translation and cultural adaptation study was performed following international guidelines.

An overview of biofeedback techniques in mechanical low back pain: effects on sensory integration of balance.

Low back pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder involving the lumbar spine. It affects almost 80% of the world's population and is associated with functional limitations. The reported global prevalence ranges from15-30%.

Effects of sequential approach of positional release for subscapularis and OLA Grimsby technique on shoulder external rotation in adhesive.

A sample of 34 patients was randomly assigned to two Groups A and B (17 in each group). Positional release of subscapularis technique to Group A participants and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) (hold-relax) and anterior mobilisation technique were simultaneously applied to Group B participants. Data was collected from Nusrat Abdul Rauf Centre for Enablement and Faisal Hospital, Faisalabad, from August 30, 2018 to November 27, 2018.

Urdu translation and validation of the international consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (ICIQ-FLUTS).

Introduction And Hypothesis: The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (ICIQ-FLUTS) is a tool for the evaluation of lower urinary tract symptoms and their impact on the quality of life. The purpose of this research was the translation of ICIQ-FLUTS into the Urdu language and to determine its validity and reliability.

Methods: Two bilingual translators translated the ICIQ-FLUTS Questionnaire into the Urdu language.

Pattern of changes in latissimus dorsi, gluteus maximus, internal oblique and transverse abdominus muscle thickness among individuals with sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

Background And Objective: Altered Pattern of the Global Muscle system is presented in literature among individuals with sacroiliac Joint Dysfunctions. However, the pattern of changes in the Latissimus dorsi (LD) and gluteal maximus (GM) among sacroiliac joint dysfunctions (SIJD) is not reported. This study aimed to investigate the changes in the resting muscle thickness of the Latissimusdorsi and gluteal maximus in SIJD.

Effect of Positioning on Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex in Cerebral Palsy: A Single-centre Study from Lahore.

Objective: To evaluate the effect of positioning on tonic labyrinthine reflex in children with cerebral palsy.

Methods: The quasi-experimental study was conducted at the Institute of Psychological Services and Physical Rehabilitation, Lahore, from July 2016 to June 2017, and comprised children with spastic and athetoid cerebral palsy aged six months to three years. Gross Motor Functional Classification Scale level V was taken as baseline measure.

A comparative study of dynamic soft tissue mobilization vs. passive stretching technique to improve the flexibility of hamstrings in cricket players.

Different therapies are available for correcting the tightness of hamstring muscles. Objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of Dynamic Soft Tissue Mobilization DSTM technique and Passive Stretching PS to improve the flexibility of tight hamstrings in cricket players. A total of 120 cricket players having tightness of hamstrings were enrolled and randomized into two groups A and B using lottery method.

Prognosis of stroke in children after three months of regular physical therapy in Lahore.

Objective: To evaluate the effects and significance of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation exercises on stroke patients.

Methods: The prospective follow-up study was conducted from January, 2012, to June, 2012, and comprised randomly-selected patients at the Department of Neurology, Children Hospital and Institute of Child Health, Lahore, Using systematic sampling the patients were divided into two groups. Patients in group I were subjected to Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation therapy, while those in group II were treated by passive range of motion exercises only.