The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · May 2019
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyImmediate and Short-term Effects of Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Thoracic spine thrust manipulation has been shown to improve patient-rated outcomes for individuals with neck pain. However, there is limited evidence of its effectiveness in patients with cervical radiculopathy. ⋯ Therapy, level 2. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019;49(5):299-309. doi:10.2519/jospt.2019.8150.
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · May 2019
Case ReportsSlipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis Presenting as Quadriceps Strain.
An active 14-year-old adolescent boy with left hip pain of 3 weeks in duration was referred for physical therapy consultation by his pediatrician, with a diagnosis of left quadriceps strain. Based on the findings during examination, the physical therapist immediately contacted the pediatrician to request radiographs, which confirmed a diagnosis of slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019;49(5):356. doi:10.2519/jospt.2019.8772.
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J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · May 2019
Case ReportsIncomplete Fracture of the Anterior Superior Iliac Spine.
A 32-year-old woman presented to physical therapy with left anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) pain that began during running 2 weeks prior. Following examination by two different physical therapists and noncontributory radiographs ordered by a sports medicine physician, she was referred for further imaging. Sonography and magnetic resonance imaging indicated an incomplete anterior superior iliac spine avulsion fracture and edema of the tensor fascia latae. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2019;49(5):355. doi:10.2519/jospt.2019.8504.