How to Improve Clinical Decision Making
In my recent perspective, I discuss the use of heuristics and bias in physical therapy practice.
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- Feb 26, 2023
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Sunday Thoughts: Appropriate Neck Strengthening
Deep neck flexor holds and isometric training have limited value. Pain may go down and neck flexor endurance in a specific position may...
- Feb 25, 2023
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How Do People Perceive Knee Osteoarthritis?
Misconceptions and the Acceptance of Evidence-based Nonsurgical Interventions for Knee Osteoarthritis. A Qualitative Study A patient's...
- Feb 24, 2023
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Is Tailored Exercise Necessary Post-COVID-19?
A recent trial evaluated the effectiveness of a tailored exercise program for Post-COVID-19.
- Feb 23, 2023
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Is the Spinal Manipulation Pop Necessary?
Impact of audible pops associated with spinal manipulation on perceived pain: a systematic review If a joint manipulation is performed...
- Feb 22, 2023
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How Much Treatment is Needed for Chronic Low Back Pain?
a recent study that assessed the effectiveness of using low-dose primary care biopsychosocial interventions for chronic low back pain.
- Feb 21, 2023
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How Much Aerobic Exercise Is Needed to Reduce Hypertension?
A recent study assessed the effects of aerobic training with and without progression on blood pressure
- Feb 20, 2023
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What is the Best Treatment For Insertional Achilles Pain?
A recent study assessed the clinical effectiveness of various non-surgical treatments for insertional Achilles tendinopathy
- Feb 19, 2023
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Sunday Thoughts: We Need to Debate More
We need more clinical conversations and debates in our profession. It’s not about proving you are right. It’s about learning and...
- Feb 18, 2023
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Are Neck-Specific Exercises Needed for Headache and Dizziness?
A recent trial compared a neck-specific exercise program with a tailored, total-body program.
- Feb 17, 2023
- 2 min
How to Gamify Rehabilitation
There are many options at our disposal with and without technology.
- Feb 16, 2023
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Does Pain Reduce Peak Force Output?
A recent study compared isometric deadlift strength and muscle excitation in individuals with acute LBP to controls
- Feb 15, 2023
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Resistance Training Does More than Build Muscle
A review review briefly looks at the multitude of health benefits provided by resistance training.
- Feb 14, 2023
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Is High Load Training Superior for Achilles Tendinopathy?
A recent trial compared high-loading tendon exercises with standard exercise therapy or passive therapy.
- Feb 13, 2023
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Should Eccentric Exercises be Prioritized for the Achilles Tendon?
A recent review consisted of trials comparing eccentric exercise with another form of conservative treatment.
- Feb 12, 2023
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Sunday Thoughts: High-Intensity vs. Low-Intensity Training
What can you do to facilitate and promote activity?
- Feb 11, 2023
- 3 min
Can Stretching Build Muscle and Strength?
A series of recent studies show stretching can improve strength and muscle mass.
- Feb 10, 2023
- 2 min
Is Aggressive Stretching Effective for a Frozen Shoulder?
This is another study that demonstrates aggressive stretching over multiple weeks can yield substantial improvement in mobility.
- Feb 9, 2023
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Should We Train to Failure?
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the overall effect of training to failure versus non-failure on hypertrophy.
- Feb 8, 2023
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Do You Need to Train at Full Range of Motion to Build Muscle?
A recent review explored the effects of range of motion on muscle hypertrophy.
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