Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Controlled Clinical TrialQuality of life and related factors in degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis: A controlled study.
The purpose of this study was to compare the quality of life of patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) with that of the controls' and to investigate the factors related with the quality of life in LSS. ⋯ As a result, quality of life was decreased in subjects with LSS. The factors related with the quality of life were the walking distance, severity of the disability and emotional status in LSS.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Musculoskeletal disorders among a group of Iranian general dental practitioners.
Dentists have to remain in a fixed position during dental practices for the accuracy required, therefore they are susceptible to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). ⋯ Many dentists experience the MSDs, especially in cervical region, as a consequence of occupational stresses. Therefore, detecting occupational risk factors, standards of work position, regular exercise and following ergonomic policy are intensely recommended.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialEffectiveness of targeted home-based hip exercises in individuals with non-specific chronic or recurrent low back pain with reduced hip mobility: A randomised trial.
The relationship between low back pain (LBP) and reduced hip rotation has been well established. However, there is a lack of studies investigating the effect of treatment targeted at the hip in people with LBP. ⋯ In individuals with non-specific LBP and reduced hip rotation, clinical intervention of providing exercises targeted at the hip can be beneficial in improving pain and function, with strengthening exercises most beneficial for improving function.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Comparative StudyComparison of pain intensity, emotional status and disability level in patients with chronic neck and low back pain.
This study was planned to compare of pain, emotional status and disability level in patients with chronic neck pain and low back pain. ⋯ Chronic low back pain is affect in patients than chronic neck pain as a emotional status and disability level.
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J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil · Jan 2015
Low back pain in young elite field hockey players, football players and speed skaters: Prevalence and risk factors.
Low back pain (LBP) hampers performance and experiencing an episode of LBP is strongly associated with recurrent episodes. ⋯ Prevalence of LBP among young elite athletes compared to the general age-related population was 3–5 times higher. Sport-related risk factors of LBP were found in field hockey and in speed skating.