Clinical rehabilitation
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Clinical rehabilitation · Apr 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialThe efficacy of forward head correction on nerve root function and pain in cervical spondylotic radiculopathy: a randomized trial.
To investigate the effect of forward head posture correction on pain and nerve root function in cases of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy. ⋯ Forward head posture correction using a posture corrective exercise programme in addition to ultrasound and infrared radiation decreased pain and craniovertebral angle and increased the peak-to-peak amplitude of dermatomal somatosensory evoked potentials for C6 and C7 in cases of lower cervical spondylotic radiculopathy.
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Clinical rehabilitation · Apr 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialEfficacy of perceptive rehabilitation in the treatment of chronic nonspecific low back pain through a new tool: a randomized clinical study.
To evaluate the efficacy of a perceptive rehabilitative approach, based on a new device, with regard to pain and disability in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain. ⋯ Perceptive rehabilitation has immediate positive effects on pain. Back School reduces disabilities at follow-up.