Cerebral palsy
Exercise
Changing Practice: Clinical Application of Resistance Training Evidence for Children With Cerebral Palsy
Hedgecock, James B. PT, DPT, PCS; Harris, Nicole M. PT, MSPT, PCS; Rapport, Mary Jane PT, DPT, PhD, FAPTA Objective: Describe the development and application of a progressive resistance exercise (PRE) program for children with…
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Arthritis
Exercise
Comparing Different Stretching Exercises on Pain, Stiffness, and Physical Function Disability in Older Adults with Knee Osteoarthritis
Guan-Cheng Zhu 1 , Kuei-Min Chen 2 , Frank Belcastro 3 Objective: To assess and compare the effects of different stretching exercise programs on pain, stiffness, and physical function disability in older adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA).…
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Neck pain
Exercise
Resistance, Motor Control, and Mindfulness-Based Exercises Are Effective for Treating Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis and Dose-Response Meta-Regression
OBJECTIVE: We aimed to analyze the effects and dose-response relationship of the most effective exercises for improving pain and disability in people with chronic nonspecific neck pain. DESIGN: Intervention systematic review with meta-analysis. LITERATURE SEARCH: We searched the…
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Strengthening
Clinical practice guidelines, Exercise
Exercise-Based Knee and Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Prevention
Linked to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health From the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy Amelia J.H. Arundale, DPT, PhD, Mario Bizzini, PT, PhD, Celeste…
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ACL injury and rehabilitation, Strengthening
Exercise
The effect of progressive resistance exercise on knee muscle strength and function in participants with persistent hamstring deficit following ACL reconstruction – a randomized controlled trial.
Bo Bregenhof, MD, PhD, , Per Aagaard, MSc, PhD, Nis Nissen, MD, PhD, Mark W. Creaby, BSc, PhD, Jonas Bloch Thorlund, MSc, PhD, Carsten Jensen, MSc, PhD, Trine Torfing, MD, Anders Holsgaard-Larsen, MSc, PhD OBJECTIVE: To investigate…
Read MoreCancer and lymphedema
Exercise
The Role of Exercise Self-Efficacy in Exercise Participation Among Women With Persistent Fatigue After Breast Cancer: A Mixed-Methods Study
Stephen Wechsler, PT, DPT, Mei R Fu, PhD, RN, FAAN, Kathleen Lyons, ScD, OTR/L, Kelley C Wood, PhD, ACSM-CEP, CET, Lisa J Wood Magee, PhD, RN, FAAN Objective: Survivors of breast cancer with persistent cancer-related…
Read MoreLow back
Exercise
Effect of Trunk-Focused Exercises on Pain, Disability, Quality of Life, and Trunk Physical Fitness in Low Back Pain and How Potential Effect Modifiers Modulate Their Effects: A Systematic Review With Meta-analyses
Amaya Prat-Luri, MSc, Javier de los Rios-Calonge, MSc, Pedro Moreno-Navarro, MSc, Agustín Manresa-Rocamora, PhD, Francisco J. Vera-Garcia, PhD,David Barbado, PhD Objective: To analyze the effect of trunkfocused exercise programs (TEPs) and moderator factors on chronic nonspecific…
Read MoreCerebral palsy, Gait
Exercise
Effect of Swiss ball stabilization training on trunk control, abdominal muscle thickness, balance, and motor skills of children with spastic cerebral palsy: A randomized, supe riority trial
Forouzan Rastgar Koutenaei 1 , Shohreh Noorizadeh Dehkordi 1 , Malek Amini 2 , Shabnam ShahAli 1 Objectives: To compare the effects of Swiss ball stabilization training (SBST) and stable surface stabilization training (SSST) on the trunk control,…
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Clinical practice guidelines, Exercise
Physical Therapist Management of Parkinson Disease: A Clinical Practice Guideline from the American Physical Therapy Association
Physical Therapy, 28 December 2021. Jacqueline A Osborne, PT, DPT, Rachel Botkin, PT, MPT, Cristina Colon-Semenza, PT, MPT, PhD, Tamara R DeAngelis, PT, MPT, Oscar G Gallardo, PT, DPT, Heidi Kosakowski, Justin Martello, MD, Sujata…
Read MorePelvic girdle pain
Exercise
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Pelvic Girdle Pain in the Postpartum Population
Journal of Women's Health Physical Therapy: January/March 2022 - Volume 46 - Issue 1 - pE1-E38: Simonds, Adrienne H. PT, PhD; Abraham, Karen PT, PhD; Spitznagle, Theresa PT, DPT, WCS Background: Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is…
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Corrective exercise-based therapy for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Clin Rehabil... 2022 May;36(5):597-608. Francisca Gámiz-Bermúdez, Esteban Obrero-Gaitán, Noelia Zagalaz-Anula, Rafael Lomas-Vega Objective: To analyze the efficacy of Corrective exercise-based therapy in the improvement of deformity and quality of life in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Conclusion:…
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Exercise
2022 Bern Consensus Statement on Shoulder Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation, and Return to Sport for Athletes at All Participation Levels
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2022;52(1):11–28. doi:10.2519/jospt.2022.10952. Ariane Schwank, PT, MSc, Paul Blazey, PT, Martin Asker, PT, PhD, Merete Møller, PT, PhD, Martin Hägglund, PT, PhD, Suzanne Gard, PT, MSc, Christopher Skazalski, PT, DPT, et…
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It Hurts to Move! Assessing and Treating Movement-Evoked Pain in Patients with Musculoskeletal Pain: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 5 Feb 2022. Lynn Leemans, PhD, Andrea Polli, PhD, Jo Nijs, PT, PhD, Timothy Wideman, PhD,Hester den Bandt, MSc, David Beckwée, PhD. Objective: To estimate the effects of musculoskeletal rehabilitation…
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Patellofemoral pain, Strengthening
Exercise
How do hip exercises improve pain in individuals with patellofemoral pain? Secondary mediation analysis of strength and psychological factors as mechanisms.
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2021 Dec;51(12):602-610. Holden S, Matthews M, Rathleff MS, Kasza J, Group F, Vicenzino B. Purpose: To determine whether the effect of hip exercise on patellofemoral pain is mediated through changes…
Read MoreHip / pelvic girdle, Low back
Exercise
When treating coexisting low back pain and hip impairments, focus on the back: Adding specific hip treatment does not yield additional benefits — A randomized controlled trial.
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2021 Dec;51(12):581-601. Burns SA, Cleland JA, Rivett DA, O’Hara MC, Egan W, Pandya J, Snodgrass SJ. Purpose: To determine whether adding hip treatment to usual care for low back pain…
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
Exercise
The long-term effect of neurodynamics vs exercise therapy on pain and function in people with carpal tunnel syndrome: A randomized parallel-group clinical trial.
J Hand Ther. Oct-Dec 2021;34(4):521-530. Hamzeh H, Madi M, Alghwiri AA, Hawamdeh Z. Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common disorder that limits function and quality of life. Little evidence is available on the…
Read MoreGait, Pediatrics
Clinical practice guidelines, Exercise
Parent perspectives regarding care delivery for children with idiopathic toe walking to inform an American Physical Therapy Association clinical practice guideline.
Pediatr Phys Ther. 2021 Oct;33(4):260-266. Barkocy M, Muir N, Le Cras S, et al. Purpose: This study summarizes experiences and perceptions of parents whose children received physical therapy for idiopathic toe walking (ITW) to inform…
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Exercise
Exercise interventions to improve pelvic floor muscle functioning in older women with urinary incontinence: A systematic review.
J Womens Health Phys Therap. 2021 Jul/Sep;45(3):115-125. Fricke A, Lark SD, Fink PW, Mundel T, Shultz SP. Background: An estimated 200 million people worldwide live with urinary incontinence, and women are more affected than men.…
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Strengthening
Exercise
Rehabilitation exercises for dysfunction of the scapula: Exploration of muscle activity using fine-wire EMG.
Am J Sports Med. 2021 Aug;49(10):2729-2736. Berckmans KR, Castelein B, Borms D, Parlevliet T, Cools A. Background: Scapular muscle activity during shoulder exercises has been explored with surface electromyography (EMG). However, knowledge about the activity…
Read MoreArthritis
Exercise
Clinical practice guideline for physical therapist management of people with rheumatoid arthritis.
Phys Ther. 2021 Aug 1;101(8):pzab127. Purpose: This guideline revises the 2008 Royal Dutch Society for Physical Therapy (KNGF) guideline for physical therapy for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Conclusions: An evidence-based physical therapy guideline was…
Read MoreAnkle / foot, Hip / pelvic girdle
Balance / dizziness
Exercise
Hip-focused neuromuscular exercise provides immediate benefits in foot pronation and dynamic balance: A sham-controlled cross-over study.
J Sport Rehabil. 2021 Jul 24;30(7):1088-1093. Turgut E, Yagci G, Bayrakci Tunay V. Background: Knowledge on how to utilize a kinetic chain approach in foot and ankle rehabilitation is important. Purpose: The aim of this…
Read MoreParkinson's disease
Exercise
Parkinson’s disease motor symptom progression slowed with multisensory dance learning over 3 years: A preliminary longitudinal investigation.
Brain Sci. 2021 Jul 7;11(7):895. Bearss K, De Souza JFX. Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease that has a fast progression of motor dysfunction within the first 5 years of diagnosis, showing an…
Read MoreLow back
Exercise
Supervised physical therapy versus unsupervised exercise for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: 1-year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial.
Clin Rehabil. 2021 Jul;35(7):964-975. Minetama M, Kawakami M, Teraguchi M, et al. Purpose: To compare the 1-year outcomes of patients with lumbar spinal stenosis treated with supervised physical therapy or unsupervised exercise. Conclusions: Supervised physical…
Read MoreCOVID
Exercise
World Physiotherapy Response to COVID-19 Briefing Paper 9. Safe rehabilitation approaches for people living with Long COVID: physical activity and exercise.
June 2021. World Physiotherapy. London, UK: World Physiotherapy. Background: Safe and effective rehabilitation is a fundamental part of recovery from illness and can improve function in people living with disability. Currently insufficient evidence exists to…
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Evaluations, Exercise
Concurrent validity and reliability of a low-cost dynamometer to assess maximal isometric strength in neck movements.
J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2021 Mar;44(3):229-235. Romero-Franco N, Jiménez-Reyes P, Fernández-Domínguez JC. Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the concurrent validity and reliability of a low-cost digital dynamometer to assess maximal isometric strength in neck…
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Arthritis
Exercise
Stepped exercise program for patients with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial.
Ann Intern Med. 2021 Mar;174(3):298-307. Allen KD, Woolson S, Hoenig HM, et al. Background: Evidence-based models are needed to deliver exercise-related services for knee osteoarthritis efficiently and according to patient needs. Purpose: To examine a…
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Chronic pain
Exercise
The process of creating and disseminating exercise programs by physical therapists for older adults with chronic back pain.
Phys Ther. 2021 Feb 4;101(2):pzaa202. Hay ME, Connelly DM. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to enhance the understanding of the process that physical therapists undertake when creating and disseminating exercise programs for older…
Read MoreCerebral palsy, Gait, Pediatrics
Exercise
Short walking exercise leads to gait changes and muscle fatigue in children with cerebral palsy who walk with jump gait.
Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2021 Feb 10. Online ahead of print. Parent A, Dal Maso F, Pouliot-Laforte A, Cherni Y, Marois P, Ballaz L. Purpose: To evaluate kinematic changes and muscle fatigue in jump…
Read MoreCancer and lymphedema
Clinical practice guidelines, Exercise, Manipulation / manual therapy
Mobilization and exercise intervention for patients with multiple myeloma: Clinical practice guidelines endorsed by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
Phys Ther. 2021 Jan 4;101(1):pzaa180. Jeevanantham D, Rajendran V, McGillis Z, Tremblay L, Larivière C, Knight A. Purpose: Individuals with multiple myeloma (MM) often have reduced functional performance due to the cancer itself or as…
Read MoreAnkle / foot
Tendon dysfunction and injury
Exercise
Exercise progression to incrementally load the Achilles tendon.
Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2021 Jan;53(1):124-130. Baxter JR, Corrigan P, Hullfish TJ, O'Rourke P, Silbernagel KG. Purpose: The purpose of our study was to evaluate Achilles tendon loading profiles of various exercises and develop guidelines…
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Patellofemoral pain
Exercise
Effects of static and dynamic stretching with strengthening exercises in patients with patellofemoral pain who have inflexible hamstrings: A randomized controlled trial.
Sports Health. Jan/Feb 2021;13(1):49-56. doi: Lee JH, Jang K, Kim E, Rhim HC, Kim H. Background: Patellofemoral pain (PFP) syndrome is closely associated with muscle tightness. However, studies regarding the effects of stretching exercises on…
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Exercise
Foot core training to prevent running-related injuries: A survival analysis of a single-blind, randomized controlled trial.
Am J Sports Med. 2020 Dec;48(14):3610-3619. Taddei UT, Matias AB, Duarte M, Sacco ICN. Background: Running-related injuries (RRIs) are a pervasive menace that can interrupt or end the participation of recreational runners in this healthy…
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Epicondylitis
Exercise
Role of strengthening during nonoperative treatment of lateral epicondyle tendinopathy.
J Hand Ther. 2020 Oct 16;S0894-1130(20)30188-5. McQueen KS, Powell RK, Keener T, Whalley R, Calfee RP. Purpose: The purpose of the study is to determine if a therapy program with 4 to 6 visits spaced…
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Arthritis
Exercise
Concentric and eccentric resistance training comparison on physical function and functional pain outcomes in knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial.
Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2020 Oct;99(10):932-940. Vincent KR, Vincent HK. Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of concentrically-focused resistance training (CNCRT) to eccentrically-focused resistance training (ECCRT) on physical function and functional pain in knee osteoarthritis…
Read MoreShoulder
Exercise
The application of double elastic band exercise in the 90/90 arm position for overhead athletes.
Sports Health. Sep/Oct 2020;12(5):495-500. Tsuruike M, Ellenbecker TS, Lauffenburger C. Background: Traditional exercises performed with the shoulder in the position of 90° abduction and external rotation with elbow flexion (90/90) while using a single elastic…
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Exercise
Acute effects of weighted baseball throwing programs on shoulder range of motion.
Sports Health. Sep/Oct 2020;12(5):488-494. Reinold MM, Macrina LC, Fleisig GS, Drogosz M, Andrews JR. Background: The purpose of this study was to examine the acute effects of throwing differently weighted baseballs on shoulder ROM. By…
Read MoreFall prevention, Gait, Geriatrics
Exercise
Surface perturbation training to prevent falls in older adults: A highly pragmatic, randomized controlled trial.
Phys Ther. 2020 Jul 19;100(7):1153-1162. Lurie JD, Zagaria AB, Ellis L, et al. Background: Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults, and trips and slips are major contributors to falls. Purpose: The…
Read MoreFall prevention, Geriatrics
Exercise
Effect of Senior Dance (DanSE) on fall risk factors in older adults: A randomized controlled trial.
Phys Ther. 2020 Apr 17;100(4):600-608. Franco MR, Sherrington C, Tiedemann A, Pereira LS, et al. Background: Older people's participation in structured exercise programs to improve balance and mobility is low. Senior Dance is an alternative…
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Arthritis
Exercise
Does adding hip exercises to quadriceps exercises result in superior outcomes in pain, function and quality of life for people with knee osteoarthritis? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Br J Sports Med. 2020 Mar;54(5):263-271. Hislop AC, Collins NJ, Tucker K, Deasy M, Semciw AI. Purpose:To determine, in people with knee osteoarthritis (KOA): i) the effectiveness of adding hip strengthening exercises to quadriceps exercises…
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Arthritis
Exercise
High intensity exercise for 3 months reduces disease activity in axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA): a multicentre randomised trial of 100 patients.
Br J Sports Med. 2020 Mar;54(5):292-297.Sveaas SH, Bilberg A, Berg IJ, et al. Background: Exercise is considered important in the management of patients with rheumatic diseases, but the effect of high intensity exercises on disease…
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Impingement
Exercise
Effects of modified posterior shoulder stretching exercises on shoulder mobility, pain, and dysfunction in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome.
Sports Health. Mar/Apr 2020;12(2):139-148. Tahran Ö, Yeşilyaprak SS. Background: Posterior shoulder stretching exercises (PSSEs) aim to reduce posterior shoulder tightness (PST). Position modification of traditional PSSEs has been suggested to minimize inadequate control of scapular…
Read MoreFibromyalgia
Exercise
Benefits of adding stretching to a moderate-intensity aerobic exercise programme in women with fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial.
Clin Rehabil. 2020 Feb;34(2):242-251. Gómez-Hernández M, Gallego-Izquierdo T, Martínez-Merinero P, et al. Purpose: To investigate the effects of adding stretching to a moderate-intensity aerobic exercise programme in women with fibromyalgia. Conclusion: Adding stretching to a…
Read MoreHip / pelvic girdle
Arthritis, Gait
Exercise
Gait- and posture-related factors associated with changes in hip pain and physical function in patients with secondary hip osteoarthritis: A prospective cohort study.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 Nov;100(11):2053–2062. Tateuchi H, Akiyama H, Goto K, So K, Kuroda Y, Ichihashi N. Purpose: To identify gait- and posture-related factors associated with changes in hip pain and physical function in…
Read MoreBalance / dizziness, Multiple sclerosis
Exercise
Group-based individualized comprehensive core stability intervention improves balance in persons with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial.
Phys Ther. 2019 Aug 1;99(8):1027-1038. Arntzen EC, Straume BK, Odeh F, Feys P, Zanaboni P, Normann B. Background: Balance and trunk control are often impaired in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Interventions addressing these issues…
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Sprains and strains
Exercise
Pain-free versus pain-threshold rehabilitation following acute hamstring strain injury: A randomized controlled trial.
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2019 Jun 28;1-35. Hickey JT, Timmins RG, Maniar N, et al. Purpose: The primary aim was to compare time from acute hamstring strain injury (HSI) to return-to-play (RTP) clearance following…
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Patellofemoral pain, Teens and adolescents
Exercise
Activity modification and load management of adolescents with patellofemoral pain: A prospective intervention study including 151 adolescents.
Am J Sports Med. 2019 Jun;47(7):1629-1637. doi: 10.1177/0363546519843915. Rathleff MS, Graven-Nielsen T, Hölmich P, et al. Background: Patellofemoral pain (PFP) affects 7% of adolescents, especially those who are highly active. Exercise-focused treatments show limited effect…
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Arthritis
Clinical practice guidelines, Exercise
Conservative management and rehabilitation in the older runner with knee osteoarthritis: An evidence-based review.
Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 May;98(5):416-421. Castillo B1, Sepúlveda F, Micheo W. Background: Osteoarthritis is an age-related condition that commonly affects the middle-aged and elderly population including individuals who continue to pursue an active…
Read MoreStrengthening
Exercise
Proximal, distal, and contralateral effects of blood flow restriction training on the lower extremities: A randomized controlled trial.
Sports Health. 2019 Mar/Apr;11(2):149-156. Bowman EN, Elshaar R, Milligan H, et al. Background: Blood flow restriction (BFR) training involves low-weight exercises performed under vascular occlusion via an inflatable cuff. For patients who cannot tolerate high-load…
Read MoreBalance / dizziness, Concussion and TBI, Geriatrics
Exercise
The effect of group exercises on balance, mobility, and depressive symptoms in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized controlled trial.
Clin Rehabil. 2019 Mar;33(3):439-449. Langoni CDS, Resende TL, Barcellos AB, et al. Purpose: To determine the effects of group exercises on balance, mobility, and depressive symptoms in community-dwelling older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Conclusion:…
Read MoreFall prevention, Gait, Geriatrics
Exercise
Exercise for preventing falls in older people living in the community.
Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Jan 31;1:CD012424. Sherrington C, Fairhall NJ, Wallbank GK, et al. Background: At least one-third of community-dwelling people over 65 years of age fall each year. Exercises that target balance, gait…
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