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Improvement in clinical outcomes after dry needling vs. myofascial release for patients with fibromyalgia
by Logan Swisher, PT, DPT, OCSIntroductionFibromyalgia syndrome is characterized by chronic and diffuse musculoskeletal pain. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown but abnormalities of the pain processing in the nervous system, such as hyper-responsiveness and...
Early Postoperative Measures Predict 1-and 2-Year Outcomes After Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty
by Logan Swisher, PT, DPT, OCSIntroductionOsteoarthritis (OA) is the most common cause of disability in adults and it is estimated that 14 million individuals in the US have symptomatic knee OA. Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has been proven as an effective and...
Noncontact Knee Soft-Tissue Injury Prevention Considerations and Practical Applications for Netball Players
by Nick Mattis, SPTIntroNetball is a popular court-based game in Australia and New Zealand that is rapidly gaining popularity in the United States. The game involves a lot of movement with rapid change of direction and immediate stopping when in possession of the...
Glenohumeral Extension on the Dip: Considerations for the Strength and Conditioning Professional
by Nick Mattis, SPTIntroduction:The glenohumeral joint (shoulder) has a high level of mobility which comes at a price of low stability. Due to the extensive range of motion of the shoulder, the shoulder is not as stable as several other joints in the body (i.e. elbow,...
Jogging After Total Hip Arthroplasty
by Ray Moore PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Introduction Total hip arthroplasty (THA), otherwise known as total hip replacement, is a common surgery performed to relieve pain in patients with hip osteoarthritis. Hip replacements have been well documented as successful...
Factors predicting outcomes in whiplash injury: a systematic meta-review of prognostic factors
by Mark Boyland, PT, DPT This meta-analysis explored the prognostic factors which can predict outcomes for patients with acute whiplash injuries. As a disclaimer this study was meant to identify the factors only and not what scales or intensity would lead to...
Article Review: Alternative and Complementary Therapies in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Repair
by Tyler Tice PT, DPT, ATC Introduction: Osteoarthritis (OA) is very prevalent within the global population and is becoming a growing socioeconomic and public health issue. OA is when joints undergo changes in which cartilage becomes thin and sometimes can be lost...
The Importance of Force Couples In our Shoulders
by Tyler Tice, PT, DPT, MS, ATC Force couples are when 2 or more muscles on opposing sides of a joint work together to provide joint stability or create movement. In the shoulder joint, there are three important force couples that help move and control our shoulders....
Can pharmacological and non-pharmacological sleep aids reduce post-operative pain and opioid usage? A review of the literature
by Yuan Zhuang, SPT Introduction: Sleep plays crucial roles in post-operative recovery, pain tolerance and healing process. Studies have shown that post-operative pain could significantly affect quality of sleep. Due to dangers of opioids, it is important to find...
The Importance of The Shoulder Blade in the Shoulder Complex
by Tyler Tice, PT, DPT, MS, ATC The scapula, or shoulder blade is an integral part of the entire shoulder complex serving as the foundation for properly functioning shoulders. Often times, dysfunctions can occur with shoulder blade movement that can be related to...
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