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Muscle fat infiltration and its relation with pain intensity, disability, and cervical curvature in individuals with nonspecific neck pain: A systematic review study

PM&R, Volume 18, Issue 7, Page 793-802, July 2026.
Abstract Objective To review and analyze the association between muscle fat infiltration (MFI) and pain intensity, disability, and cervical alignment in individuals with nonspecific neck pain. Type Systematic review study. Literature Survey Nonspecific neck pain is associated with muscular changes, including fatty infiltration, which may contribute to ...
Hardianty Andi Munawarah Abduh, Hironobu Kuruma, Takuya Otsuka, Aufa Miftah Firdausy   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisation in patients with chronic mechanical low back pain----A randomized control trial

Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
Objective: To determine the effects of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation compared to manual myofascial release in terms of managing pain, improving range of motion, and reducing disability in patients with chronic mechanical low back pain ...
Sameera Gul, Sana Bashir, Nida Mushtaq Kayani, Zoha Sabir, Hafiza Qurat-Ul-Ain   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy versus physical therapist‐led exercise and the risk of cauda equina syndrome in adults with lumbar disc herniation, stenosis, or radiculopathy

PM&R, Volume 18, Issue 7, Page 723-734, July 2026.
Abstract Background Cauda equina syndrome is a surgical emergency often caused by lumbar disc herniation. Spinal manipulative therapy is commonly used for lumbar spine disorders, but case reports have raised concerns it may precipitate cauda equina syndrome. One cohort study suggested no increased risk, although it did not focus on patients with lumbar
Robert J. Trager, Anthony N. Baumann, Romeo‐Paolo T. Perfecto, Christine M. Goertz   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Self-myofascial release therapy moderately influence electromyography of longissimus dorsi muscle in golfers

Biomedical Human Kinetics
Study aim: The longissimus dorsi (LD) is often injured among golfers. Self-myofascial release (SMFR) therapy is a common injury prevention technique.
Banaśkiewicz Jan, Kasiak Przemysław, Chomiuk Tomasz, Mamcarz Artur, Śliż Daniel   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Environmental Scan of the United States Regulatory Practices of Physical Therapy Dry Needling

Physiotherapy Research International, Volume 31, Issue 3, July 2026.
ABSTRACT Purpose This study aimed to investigate the dry needling (DN) regulation of physical therapists across United States (US) regulatory jurisdictions and assess alignment of these regulations with identified DN regulatory recommendations. Methods Using Choo's modes of environmental scanning framework, we conducted a comprehensive review of DN ...
Nadine Crocker, Eric Parent
wiley   +1 more source

The effectiveness of myofascial release versus transcutaneous nerve stimulation in patients with calf muscle soreness

Rehman Journal of Health Sciences
Background: Muscle soreness is a common myogenic condition characterized primarily by pain and tenderness, typically occurring 12–24 hours after unfamiliar or strenuous exercise.
Idrees Ahmad, Syed Altaf Hussain, Muti Ur Rehman, Nazar Deen, Fakher Uddin, Safdar Miran   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Multidisciplinary Management of Tracheal Perforation: A Case of Successful Reconstruction and Stenting

Respirology Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 7, July 2026.
We present the case of a 67‐year‐old man with papillary thyroid carcinoma who developed a tracheocutaneous fistula following proton beam therapy and chemotherapy for metastatic disease. Airway repair and recanalization were successfully achieved through a combined surgical and bronchoscopic approach.
Sofia Valdes‐Camacho, Regina M. Murillo‐Torres, Tatiana A. Rojas‐Zapata, Alejandra Yu Lee‐Mateus, Paola Gutierrez‐Gallegos, Bastien A. Valencia‐Sanchez, Elise Anderson, Kelly S. Robertson, Sebastian Fernandez‐Bussy, Jeffrey R. Janus, David Abia‐Trujillo   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparison of Myofascial Release Technique and Manual Therapy for the Management of Plantar Fasciitis

Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research
Background: Plantar fasciitis (PF) is the most common cause of inferior heel pain, affecting up to 10% of the general population over a lifetime. It accounts for 8% to 15% of foot complaints in both athletic and non-athletic individuals. Objective: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of the myofascial release technique and manual therapy in ...
Hina Saeed, Rahila Yousuf, Hafiza Javeria, Sobia Hasan, Saadia Perwaiz, Nisha Lohna   +5 more
openaire   +1 more source

Multi-frequency bioimpedance and myofascial release therapy: An equine “AtlasOrange1” validation study

Medical Research Archives, 2015
Background:  Measurable sources of muscle tension include viscoelastic tone, physiological contracture, voluntary contraction, and muscle spasm, and if left untreated, they can over a period of time result in clinical pain as a direct result of increased myofascia tension.
Adrian Harrison, Vibeke Sødring Elbrønd, Marta Julia Krasnodebska   +2 more
openaire   +3 more sources

Neurophysiological Response of Spinal Mobilization and Manipulation in Individuals With and Without Musculoskeletal Spine Disorders: A Scoping Review

European Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 64, Issue 2, July 2026.
This systematic review investigated the brain‐specific neurophysiological effects of spinal manual therapy (SMT) in healthy individuals and those with musculoskeletal spinal pain. Twenty‐six studies were included, representing a wide range of neuroimaging and neurophysiological techniques, including TMS, fMRI, SEP, EEG, PET and MRS.
Mostafa Mehraban Jahromi, Dylan Basset, Jordan A. Borrell, Neena K. Sharma   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source