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Background: Zoster-associated neuralgia refers to neuropathic pain from herpes zoster, which can persist as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). Preventing the progression to chronic PHN is crucial, yet optimal interventions is still not clear.

Objectives: This study evaluates the efficacy of short-term spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) in patients with subacute and chronic PHN.

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Efficacy of Higher-Voltage Long-Duration Pulsed Radiofrequency for Spinal Zoster-Associated Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Pain Physician

December 2024

Department of Pain Management, West China Hospital/West China Tianfu Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.

Background: High-voltage (65 V) long-duration pulsed radiofrequency (HL-PRF) is an effective method for managing zoster-associated pain (ZAP), though the limited efficacy of and high recurrence rates associated with the procedure present concerns.

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a higher-voltage HL-PRF treatment based on the original procedure for ZAP in the spinal area.

Study Design: A prospective, randomized, controlled trial.

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Rationale: Anti-mitochondrial antibodies (AMA) M2-positive myositis can lead to severe respiratory failure. Traditional immunotherapies sometimes fail to address respiratory failure. Herein, this CARE-compliant case report described a patient with AMA-M2-positive myositis who recovered from ventilation with tracheostomy owing to immunotherapy-resistant respiratory failure to spontaneous breathing after modified lung volume recruitment (mLVR) therapy.

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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Therapy Clinical Practice in Egypt: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Cureus

November 2024

Department of Physical Therapy for Musculoskeletal Disorders, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University, Beni Suef, EGY.

Background The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was an expanding pandemic caused by a new strain of the coronavirus family known as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). No previous studies have examined the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on physical therapy practice in Egypt. Objectives This study aimed to assess the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on physical therapy clinical practice in Egypt five months after the pandemic declaration.

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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.

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Purpose: We investigated sex-related brain metabolic differences in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and healthy controls (HC).

Methods: We collected two equal-sized groups of male (m-ALS) and female ALS (f-ALS) patients (n = 130 each), who underwent 2-[F]FDG-PET at diagnosis, matched for site of onset, cognitive status and King's stage. We included 168 age-matched healthy controls, half female (f-HC) and half male (m-HC).

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  • * The study aims to explore if combining standard exercises with pulse electromagnetic field therapy can enhance stability and reduce muscle weakness in patients with chronic ankle instability.
  • * A randomized trial with 48 participants will compare the effects of active therapy with a placebo over 8 weeks, with evaluations conducted at multiple follow-up points.
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  • - The study investigates chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) in total knee and hip arthroplasty patients, finding that 10-34% of them experience this issue, significantly contributing to postoperative dissatisfaction.
  • - A cohort of 453 patients was assessed for pain intensity and neuropathic-like symptoms before surgery, and CPSP and dissatisfaction were examined one year later.
  • - Results indicated that preoperative neuropathic-like symptoms are important predictors for CPSP, especially in hip patients, with those showing such symptoms more than twice as likely to suffer from CPSP after one year compared to those without these symptoms.
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Background: Low back pain is a highly prevalent condition with substantial costs. Superior cluneal neuralgia is present in up to 14% of low back pain cases. This etiology of back pain is often overlooked because the symptoms of superior cluneal neuralgia manifest similarly to those of other conditions, such as radiculopathy and sacroiliac joint pain.

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Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological disorder characterized by motor and non-motor symptoms that significantly impact patients' quality of life. Meningoencephalitis, an inflammation of the brain and its surrounding membranes, exacerbates the neurological features of PD, leading to considerable disability. This case report describes a 73-year-old female with a five-year history of PD who presented with meningoencephalitis.

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The management of thoracic outlet syndrome induced by bilateral cervical ribs in young, female athlete - a case report.

J Bodyw Mov Ther

October 2024

Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 9 Medyczna Str, 30-688, Cracow, Poland. Electronic address:

Introduction: The presence of additional cervical ribs is a rare and relatively unknown pathology. The brachial plexus is most often compressed. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is the one of discussed of mixed compression syndromes, due to diagnostic difficulties and the lack of evidence to resolve the effectiveness of surgical treatment over conservative treatment.

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Management of medial tibial stress syndrome with osteopathic manipulative treatment in a basketball player: Case report.

J Bodyw Mov Ther

October 2024

IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano, Division of Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, Piancavallo-Verbania, Italy. Electronic address:

Introduction: Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) is one of the most common and disabling leg injuries in military personnel and in athletes participating in sports that involve running and jumping. The objective of this case report was to verify the efficacy of osteopathic manipulation as sole treatment in a basketball player suffering from Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS).

Study Type: Case report.

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Psychological, physical and complementary therapies for the management of neuropathic pain.

Int Rev Neurobiol

November 2024

NeuroRecovery Research Hub, Faculty of Science, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia; Centre for Pain IMPACT, Neuroscience Research Australia, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

This chapter aims to explain and evaluate the evidence for psychological, physical and complementary therapies as part of a holistic plan for managing neuropathic pain. Psychological therapies refer to interventions targeting mental health, while physical therapies refer to interventions designed to target movement and functional ability, and complementary therapies are those that attempt to target key mechanisms of change to alter brain and body functioning, or thought processes related to the experience of pain. Each therapeutic modality is discussed to narratively report on the evidence and provide implications for clinicians.

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Small fiber neuropathy.

Int Rev Neurobiol

November 2024

Department of Neurology, Mental Health and Neuroscience Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, Netherlands.

Small fiber neuropathy (SFN) is a condition involving the small nerve fibers of the peripheral nervous system, specifically the thinly myelinated Aδ and unmyelinated C fibers. It is an increasingly acknowledged condition within the spectrum of neuropathic pain disorders, leading to a rise in diagnosed patients. SFN is characterized by neuropathic pain, that is often described as burning, and typically presents in the hands and feet ascending proximally.

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Background: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) presents significant challenges for affected children and adolescents, their social environment, and treating physicians, due to its profound impact on quality of life and the lack of causal therapeutic approaches. One crucial aspect of care that has been missing for these patients is comprehensive education for both them and their social circles.

Objective: This study protocol aims to outline the goals, study design, execution, and evaluation of the subproject within the BAYNET FOR ME/CFS project.

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Brain-computer interfaces patient preferences: a systematic review.

J Neural Eng

December 2024

Department of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Article Synopsis
  • - Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) show promise in helping individuals with motor impairments regain their independence, but there is limited understanding of patient preferences in BCI design across various conditions.
  • - A systematic review of 28 studies involving 1,701 patients revealed that accuracy of BCI devices is the top priority for users, even though current systems often require extensive training that many patients find burdensome.
  • - Preferences for BCI features differ among specific conditions, such as those with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis emphasizing communication and spinal cord injury patients focusing on limb control and bodily functions; simplifying usability is crucial for broader acceptance.
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Objective: This study explores the effectiveness of using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as a coding framework to document work-related disability information in sick leave certificates, focusing on depression and fibromyalgia in Sweden.

Design: A qualitative ICF linking study was conducted, mapping information from 200 certificates per diagnosis to ICF.

Methods: ICF linking rules were followed strictly.

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Neurologic Decline After Spinal Cord Injury.

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am

February 2025

Department of Physical Rehabilitation and Rehabilitation, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, 2050 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY 40504, USA. Electronic address:

Spinal cord injuries (SCI) affect the anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord and result in characteristic changes. Identifying the impairments resulting from SCI is vital for the health care provider. Specifically, this article focuses on neurologic decline after SCI in the subacute to chronic stages.

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Impending myasthenic crisis (IMC) is an emergent situation requiring aggressive management to prevent patients from developing myasthenic crisis (MC) in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG). Efgartigimod has been proved to be well tolerated and efficacious in MG patients. The present study aimed to compare the efficacy of efgartigimod and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) in rescuing IMC.

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Practical blood flow restriction (pBFR), using non-pneumatic elastic cuffs, is a feasible and cost-effective alternative to pneumatic systems. There is evidence that cuff stiffness influences haemodynamic and perceptual responses in the upper body during rest. However, the impact of cuff stiffness during exercise is still unknown.

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