Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Mar 2008
Clinical TrialProspective case series on the effects of lumbosacral manipulation on dysmenorrhea.
The objective of this prospective case series was to collect preliminary data as to the effectiveness of a specific chiropractic technique, drop table method, in the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea. ⋯ Menstrual pain associated with primary dysmenorrhea may be alleviated with treatment of motion segment restrictions of the lumbosacral spine with drop table technique.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Mar 2008
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparison of 3 physical therapy modalities for acute pain in lumbar disc herniation measured by clinical evaluation and magnetic resonance imaging.
This study measures and compares the outcome of traction, ultrasound, and low-power laser (LPL) therapies by using magnetic resonance imaging and clinical parameters in patients presenting with acute leg pain and low back pain caused by lumbar disc herniation (LDH). ⋯ This study showed that traction, ultrasound, and LPL therapies were all effective in the treatment of this group of patients with acute LDH. These results suggest that conservative measures such as traction, laser, and ultrasound treatments might have an important role in the treatment of acute LDH.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Feb 2008
Multicenter StudyPredictors of adverse events following chiropractic care for patients with neck pain.
This study examines which variables may predict adverse events in subjects undergoing chiropractic treatment for neck pain. ⋯ Of the 60 independent variables examined, only 4 were found to be predictive of adverse events after chiropractic treatment for neck pain, one of which was found to be protective. The chiropractic practitioner can identify 3 of these variables before initiating treatment.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Feb 2008
ReviewChiropractic treatment of upper extremity conditions: a systematic review.
This study investigates the scope, type, and quality of chiropractic research conducted on the management of upper limb peripheral conditions. ⋯ There is a small amount of chiropractic research into upper limb conditions that is comprised mostly of case studies (level 4 evidence) and a small number of higher-level publications (level 1-3 evidence). Most treatments are multimodal in nature, which address both spinal and peripheral structures, with joint and soft tissue methods. There is a need for future research to be directed at higher-level evidence, in particular, randomized controlled trials for the chiropractic treatment of upper limb conditions.
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J Manipulative Physiol Ther · Feb 2008
Case ReportsOsteosarcoma of the hand: a rare case for radiographic appearance, location, and age.
This case describes the history, process of correct diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with pain in her left fourth finger, later found to be an osteosarcoma. ⋯ This case presents a rare bone tumor of the hand and highlights the importance of clinical decision-making to lead to appropriate patient care.