Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Jul 2017
Comparative StudyDifferences in Practice Characteristics Between Male and Female Chiropractors in Switzerland.
A total of 75% of the chiropractic medicine students in the new program at the University of Zürich are women, which is in stark contrast to the traditional ratio of chiropractors in Switzerland, where 75% have been men. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to compare work behaviors between female and male chiropractors relating to workload, patient variety, and chiropractic treatment techniques. ⋯ Because female chiropractors work fewer hours and see fewer patients per week, this may lead to a shortage of chiropractors in the future as the sex ratio within the profession slowly changes in Switzerland.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Jul 2017
Observational StudyAn Observational Study on Recurrences of Low Back Pain During the First 12 Months After Chiropractic Treatment.
The purpose of this study was to investigate recurrence rate and prognostic factors in a large population of patients with low back pain (LBP) up to 1 year after chiropractic care using standardized definitions. ⋯ Recurrence rate was low in this LBP patient population. The duration of complaint before treatment was the main predictor for recurrence. The fact that even subacute duration significantly increased the odds for an unfavorable course of LBP is of clinical relevance.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Jun 2017
Randomized Controlled TrialNeck-Related Physical Function, Self-Efficacy, and Coping Strategies in Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Clinical Trial of Postoperative Physiotherapy.
The purpose of this study was to compare postoperative rehabilitation with structured physiotherapy to the standard approach in patients with cervical radiculopathy (CR) in a prospective randomized study at 6 months follow-up based on measures of neck-related physical function, self-efficacy, and coping strategies. ⋯ No between-group difference was found at 6 months after surgery based on measures of neck-related physical function, self-efficacy, and coping strategies. However, the results confirm that neck-specific exercises are tolerated by patients with CR after surgery and may suggest a benefit from combining surgery with structured postoperative physiotherapy for patients with CR.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · May 2017
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative StudyEfficacy of Manual Therapy Including Neurodynamic Techniques for the Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
The purpose of this randomized trial was to compare the efficacy of manual therapy, including the use of neurodynamic techniques, with electrophysical modalities on patients with mild and moderate carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). ⋯ Both therapies had a positive effect on nerve conduction, pain reduction, functional status, and subjective symptoms in individuals with CTS. However, the results regarding pain reduction, subjective symptoms, and functional status were better in the MT group.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · May 2017
ReviewBest Practices for Chiropractic Care for Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Consensus Update.
The purpose of this study was to update evidence-based recommendations on the best practices for chiropractic care of older adults. ⋯ This document provides a summary of evidence-informed best practices for doctors of chiropractic for the evaluation, management, and manual treatment of older adult patients.