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Mar 1, 20231 min read
When Should You Worry About Protecting the Low Back?
A recent study assessed the relationship between one’s LBP and movement and posture.
Feb 28, 20231 min read
How Can Clinicians Navigate Uncertainty?
A recent paper provides strategies for clinicians to better navigate uncertainty.
Feb 27, 20231 min read
How to Improve Clinical Decision Making
In my recent perspective, I discuss the use of heuristics and bias in physical therapy practice.
Feb 26, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
Is Tailored Exercise Necessary Post-COVID-19?
A recent trial evaluated the effectiveness of a tailored exercise program for Post-COVID-19.
Feb 23, 20231 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20232 min read
How to Gamify Rehabilitation
There are many options at our disposal with and without technology.
Feb 16, 20232 min read
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, 20232 min read
Resistance Training Does More than Build Muscle
A review review briefly looks at the multitude of health benefits provided by resistance training.
Feb 14, 20232 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
Sunday Thoughts: High-Intensity vs. Low-Intensity Training
What can you do to facilitate and promote activity?
Feb 11, 20233 min read
Can Stretching Build Muscle and Strength?
A series of recent studies show stretching can improve strength and muscle mass.
Feb 10, 20232 min read
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.
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