Effect of pain neuroscience education (PNE) in people with different mechanisms of chronic pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Chronic pain poses a multifaceted and prevalent challenge that significantly affects an individual's quality of life. Sensory mechanisms, behavioural components (kinesiophobia and catastrophising), and social factors can influence pain perception in both younger and older populations. Moreover, the mechanisms underlying these altered pain phenotypes require further investigation in order to plan appropriate treatment.

Effectiveness of structured exercise program on insulin resistance and quality of life in type 2 diabetes mellitus-A randomized controlled trial.

Objective: Impaired glucose control & Insulin resistance are reported to be risk factors for the development of cardiovascular diseases. To find the effects of a structured exercise program on insulin resistance, glycaemic control, functional capacity, and quality of life in patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Design: Randomized, controlled trial.

Feasibility and Efficacy of Inspiratory Muscle Training in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer receiving Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy.

Objectives: Patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) often experience pulmonary symptoms. This study evaluated if a 7-week inspiratory muscle training (IMT) program during CCRT is feasible, adherent, and safe in patients with HNC. This study also evaluated the effect of IMT on diaphragm thickness, mobility, and cardiorespiratory parameters in patients with HNC receiving CCRT.

Physiotherapy Practice for Management of Patients Undergoing Upper Abdominal Surgery in United Arab Emirates - A National Survey.

Background: The main goal of physiotherapy post-upper abdominal surgery (UAS) is to expedite recovery from the surgery by avoiding or remediating postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) and offering physical rehabilitation to ease the process of returning to premorbid status. The present study aimed to survey physiotherapists in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) about their clinical practice in the assessment and management of patients having upper abdominal surgery.

Methods: The current study adopted a novel anonymous online survey to explore the current practice among physiotherapists in the UAE.

Effectiveness of Inspiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Muscle Strength in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgeries: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis.

To determine the effect of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on pulmonary function, respiratory muscle strength (RMS), and functional capacity in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. The PubMed, PEDro, CINAHL, Web of Science, CENTRAL, and EMBASE databases were searched from inception to June 2020. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that evaluated patients who underwent cardiac surgery were included in this review.

Relationship between Trunk Position Sense and Trunk Control in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Methods: In this study, 24 children with spastic CP aged between 8 and 15 years were recruited. They were classified based on their functional performance using Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS). Trunk control and trunk position sense were assessed using the trunk control measurement scale (TCMS) and digital goniometer, respectively.

The effectiveness of low-level laser therapy combined with facial expression exercises in patients with moderate-to-severe Bell's palsy: A study protocol for a randomised controlled trial.

Background: Even though corticosteroid therapy and facial expression exercises were found to be effective, still 30% of participants with bell's palsy achieve incomplete recovery from the facial paralysis. The study objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) combined with progressive facial expression exercises in participants with moderate to severe bell's palsy.

Methodology: A total of 120 participants with idiopathic bell's palsy to be equally allocated in three groups.

Effectiveness, Safety, and Barriers to Early Mobilization in the Intensive Care Unit.

Purpose: Patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) are generally confined to bed leading to limited mobility that may have detrimental effects on different body systems. Early mobilization prevents or reduces these effects and improves outcomes in patients following critical illness. The purpose of this review is to summarize different aspects of early mobilization in intensive care.

Effectiveness of structured early mobilization protocol on mobility status of patients in medical intensive care unit.

Introduction: Patients admitted to the intensive care units (ICU) have limited mobility due to their illness and its management and are at a risk for immobility-related complications. Early mobilization has been suggested to prevent or limit physical dysfunction due to these complications. Effectiveness of early mobilization protocols is studied using various outcomes.

Role of Physiotherapy in Hospice Care of Patients with Advanced Cancer: A Systematic Review.

Objective: To review the role of physiotherapy and its effects in hospice care of patients with advanced cancer.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL and PEDro. The search strategy was devised, articles were screened, and 2 independent reviewers conducted data extraction.

Comparison of Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises, Volume, and Flow-Oriented Incentive Spirometry on Respiratory Function in Stroke Subjects: A Non-randomized Study.

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Background: Reduced respiratory muscle strength leads to reduced pulmonary function, chest wall movements in the affected side, and increased chest infections, which thereby reduces oxygenation and ventilation. Respiratory muscle training can be used in acute stroke subjects to increase their pulmonary function.