Effects of hydrotherapy and Hammock positioning on weight gain in low-birth-weight premature newborns: a randomized clinical trial [PDF]
Jornal de PediatriaObjective: To evaluate and compare whether hydrotherapy and hammock positioning techniques assist in the weight gain of premature newborns. Methodology: A single-blind randomized clinical trial was conducted at Santa Casa de Misericórdia Hospital in ...
Jeferson de Sousa Justino +7 more
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A pragmatic randomised controlled trial of hydrotherapy and land exercises on overall well being and quality of life in rheumatoid arthritis [PDF]
BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 2007 Background Hydrotherapy is highly valued by people with rheumatoid arthritis yet few studies have compared the benefits of exercises in heated water against exercises on land. In particular, data on quality of life is rarely reported.
Nightingale Peter +3 more
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Effect of a tailor-made hydrotherapy on physical functions in patients after unilateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty—A feasibility study [PDF]
ArthroplastyIntroduction Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) is one of the treatment options for patients whose osteoarthritis involves one out of the 3 compartments.
Wai-Wang Chau +5 more
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Remedial colon hydrotherapy device enema as a salvage strategy for inadequate bowel preparation for colonoscopy: A retrospective cohort study. [PDF]
PLoS ONEObjectiveColon hydrotherapy devices serve as a physiotherapeutic modality to manage colonic disorders by promoting intestinal peristalsis and enhancing gastrointestinal functionality.
Dongxuan Zhang +8 more
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Passive hydrotherapy preserves cartilage and muscle integrity in a murine osteoarthritis model: potential role of integrin αV/TGF-β mechanotransduction [PDF]
Frontiers in PhysiologyBackgroundOsteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disease lacking curative treatments. While moderate physical activity such as swimming has been demonstrated to decelerate disease progression, its applicability is limited for individuals ...
Wu Di +14 more
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The effects of hydrotherapy on athletic ability in children with cerebral palsy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. [PDF]
PLoS ONEBackgroundCerebral palsy (CP) is a disability caused by brain malformations or injuries occurring from conception to infancy. Hydrotherapy is a popular treatment for children with cerebral palsy and other neuromotor disorders. Despite evidence supporting
Ye Tao +4 more
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Effect of bucket hydrotherapy on clinical parameters in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia: A pilot randomized clinical trial [PDF]
Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy# Introduction It is unknown whether bucket hydrotherapy is beneficial to premature newborns with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). # Objective To evaluate the effects of bucket hydrotherapy on physiological and behavioural parameters and the oxygen ...
Vanessa S Probst +6 more
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Clinical efficacy of different therapeutic options for knee osteoarthritis: A network meta-analysis based on randomized clinical trials. [PDF]
PLoS ONEObjectiveTo assess and compare the clinical efficacy of various therapeutic options in treating patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA).MethodsWe performed a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, OVID, Cochrane Library and Web of Science databases from
Xiao Chen +3 more
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Balneogynaecology in the 21st century: increasingly recommended primary and complementary treatment of chronic gynaecological diseases [PDF]
Medicinski Glasnik, 2021 Balneo-gynaecological treatment methods include external bath hydrotherapy, sedentary baths and topical dressings/cataplasm, and internal (intravaginal or intrarectal use of peloids and mineral water).
Dubravko Habek +4 more
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Does Hydrotherapy Impact Behaviours Related to Mental Health and Well-Being for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder? A Randomised Crossover-Controlled Pilot Trial [PDF]
, 2020 Background: Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are less physically active than typically developing children due to reduced socialisation and delayed gross-motor skills, negatively impacting social, emotional and physical well-being ...
Kondakis, Nicholas +4 more
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