Intersession reliability of center of pressure measurement during bipedal standing with different count-back orders.

Introduction: Dual-task assessments can identify changes in postural control during balance assessments. Static standing with backward counting is frequently used to evaluate postural control while dual-tasking. The most reliable countdown method for standing postural stability has not yet been defined.

Comparing the effect of stretching and compression exercises on flexion relaxation ratio of back muscles in patients having deep gluteal syndrome: A randomized trial.

Background: Different treatments have been proposed for patients with deep gluteal syndrome (DGS). Stretching and compression exercises are commonly used to treat DGS.

Objective: To compare the effects of compression or stretching exercises on the flexion-relaxation response (electromyography signals of back muscles) in patients with DGS.

Massage for neck pain contrasted against standard (non-surgical) treatment: A systematic review update.

Objectives: The aim of this systematic review update was to determine the average effect of massage for adults with neck pain (NP) contrasted against another standard treatment.

Methods: Randomised controlled trials comparing massage to standard treatments were included; placebo/no treatment comparisons were excluded. Databases were searched (CENTRAL, MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, ICL, trial registries) from inception to Oct-1-2023.

Long-term effects of mild and moderate COVID-19 on static and dynamic balance.

Introduction: COVID-19 affects both musculoskeletal and central nervous systems. However, there is no research on its impact on balance in mild to moderate cases. This study aims to compare static and dynamic balance, as well as fall risk, between individuals with mild to moderate COVID-19 and those without the disease.

Comparing repeated end range movements and Kinesio taping effects on head and neck movement pattern and discomfort in smartphone users.

Introduction: Using smartphones has increased exponentially, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is a relationship between neck flexion angle during working with a smartphone and neck musculoskeletal disorders. Therefore, this study compares the effect of Kinesio taping and Repeated End Range Movements (RERM) on head and neck flexion angles changes during texting and discomfort after texting with a smartphone.

Comparison of mental fatigue using EEG signals and task performance in normal and slump posture adults during computer typing.

Objectives: Slump sitting at workstations has been focused on by clinicians and researchers nowadays; however, there is limited evidence to date that improper positioning affects the mental state. Accordingly, the main objective of this research was to examine the impact of slump posture on mental fatigue and task performance.

Methods: A sample of 60 participants, 30 in each group including those with normal and slump postures were recruited to perform an hour of typing on the computer.

The effects of high intensity laser therapy and dry needling on clinical signs in females with upper trapezius muscle active trigger points: A single blinded randomized clinical trial.

Objective: One of the main contributors to musculoskeletal pain syndromes are myofascial trigger points (MTrPs), which are characterized by discomfort, tenderness, and restricted range of motion (ROM). In this study, patients with upper trapezius myofascial pain syndrome had their pain intensity, cervical range of motion, and disability evaluated in relation to the effectiveness of high intensity laser therapy and dry needling.

Methods: 32 participants with active upper trapezius myofascial trigger points were split into two groups at random: one group received high intensity laser treatment (n = 16), while the other received dry needling (n = 16).

Effects of short- or long-term use of orthotic interventions on functional performance in individuals with chronic ankle instability: A systematic review.

Background: Individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI) have problems in function. The purpose of this study was to systematically investigate the short- or long-term effects of various orthoses on function of these people.

Methods: Randomized controlled trial (RCT) studies reporting on the short- or long-term effects of orthotic intervention on functional performance in individuals with CAI were identified through PubMed, Cochrane Library, PEDro, MEDLINE via Ovid, and Scopus databases from inception to July 2022.

Test-retest reliability of a novel method for trunk position sense measurement in older adults with and without hyperkyphosis.

Introduction: Although the importance of trunk position sense as a clinical outcome measure related to spinal alignment has been established, there is no study evaluating the reliability of measurement techniques for trunk position sense in older adults. Hyperkyphosis is most prevalent in this population and is associated with adverse consequences.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the test-retest reliability of a measurement technique consisting of photogrammetry and angle calculation in older adults with and without hyperkyphosis.

Comparison of dry needling with exercise and exercise alone on spasticity, range of motion, and function of post-stroke chronic spastic patients.

Introduction: Stroke is a common cause of disability and death in adults, with spasticity being a common post-stroke complication that can significantly affect patients' quality of life. This study aimed to investigate the impact of exercise therapy alone versus exercise therapy combined with dry needling on clinical outcomes in patients with chronic spasticity after stroke.

Methods: Forty patients were randomly assigned to either a control or intervention group.

Is there an immediate effect on pectoralis minor length after performing a prone scapular retraction exercise using typical sets and repetitions in pain-free participants?

Introduction: Pectoralis Minor (PM) length shortening may contribute to faulty scapular. kinematics and result in shoulder pathology.

Purpose: of the Study: To evaluate if a prone scapular retraction exercise will demonstrate an immediate lengthening of the pectoralis minor (PM) in healthy participants.

Cross-cultural adaptation, reliability and validity of the persian version of the functional assessment scale for acute hamstring injuries.

Background: The Functional Assessment Scale for Acute Hamstring Injuries (FASH) which measure symptom's severity and impact on physical activity and sports ability in individuals with acute hamstring muscle injury, is not available in Persian. The aim of this study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt the FASH questionnaire to Persian and to assess the psychometric properties of the translated version.

Methods: The Persian-translation and cross-cultural adaptation processes were based on World Health Organization method.

Six ways to get a grip on developing reflexivity statements.

Qualitative researchers have underscored the value and importance of being reflexive in the research process, yet existing guidelines or checklists on how to practically address reflexivity are often scant and scattered across studies. In this scholarly perspective, we review, analyse, and present an overview of conceptions of reflexivity. Further, we offer practical guidelines for addressing and developing reflexivity statements in qualitative research.

Posture and Pain: Beliefs and Attitudes of Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain.

Background And Objectives: Posture is often associated with pain by patients, professionals, and health information channels. However, the extent to which patients perceive the relationship between posture and chronic pain is not well understood. This study aimed to investigate and understand the beliefs and attitudes related to posture among patients with chronic low back pain.

Functional Monitoring of Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis Based on Multidimensional Wearable Plantar Pressure Features: Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) often present lower extremity motor dysfunction. However, traditional radiography is a static assessment and cannot achieve long-term dynamic functional monitoring. Plantar pressure signals have demonstrated potential applications in the diagnosis and rehabilitation monitoring of KOA.

Assessing the Genetic Causal Effects Between Blood Metabolites and Spinal Pain: A Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study.

Background: Previous metabolomics studies have indicated a close association between blood metabolites and pain. However, the causal relationship between blood metabolites and spinal pain (SP) remains unclear. This study employs a bidirectional two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis to evaluate the causal relationship between 452 blood metabolites and SP.

Development of Persian Reading Comprehension Test and determination of its psychometric properties.

This study aimed to develop a Persian Reading Comprehension Test (PRCT) and establish its psychometric properties in Persian-speaking students from fourth to sixth grades. 36 texts and 150 questions were created for the PRCT. The texts and questions were reviewed by 11 experts to ensure content validity.

Urinary pentosidine as a potential biomarker of muscle and physical performance in young adult men.

Pentosidine is representative of the cross-linked structure of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and has been suggested as a biomarker to assess bone and muscle quality. As studies on pentosidine in young adult men remain limited, we aimed to clarify the associations of urinary pentosidine with musculoskeletal status and physical performance in young men. Participants in this study comprised 32 men (age range: 19-39 years).