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Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)

Safety and efficacy of Meridian sinew tuina (MST) for post-surgical upper limb lymphedema: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the safety and efficacy of Meridian Sinew Tuina (MST) for post-surgical upper limb lymphedema in breast cancer patients.

J Obstet GynaecolSep 7, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

The Effect of Robot-Assisted Gait Training on Balance, Gait and Kinesiophobia in Individuals With Post-Stroke Hemiparesis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) on balance, gait, and kinesiophobia in 60 individuals with post-stroke hemiparesis.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Case ReportPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Musculoskeletal (Mal)adaptations in Response to a > 30 000-km Running Challenge.

A 49-year-old male ultra-endurance athlete completed a world-record attempt of 30,300 km over 444 days, running approximately 70 km daily.

J Cachexia Sarcopenia MuscleSep 6, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Effect of Global Postural Re-Education in Individuals With Text Neck Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of Global Postural Re-Education (GPR) compared to conventional physical therapy in 60 individuals aged 18-40 with text neck syndrome.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOrthopedic SurgeryOpen access

Intramuscular Fat Infiltration and Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the association between intramuscular fat infiltration (IMFI) and knee osteoarthritis (KOA) across 17 studies.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Alterations in Spatiotemporal Parameters in Patients With Lower-Limb Amputation: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated spatiotemporal gait parameters in individuals with transfemoral (TFA) and transtibial amputation (TTA) compared to healthy controls.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Intensive, Multi-Technology Rehabilitation Programme for Chronic Stroke Survivors: Outcomes of a Phase I Single-Arm Repeated-Measures Study.

This Phase I single-arm study evaluated a multi-technology rehabilitation program for chronic stroke survivors. Sixty-seven participants, averaging 60.5 years old and 41.9 months post-stroke, engaged in an 8-week…

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Effects of Dynamic Neck Sensorimotor Biofeedback Training in Individuals With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

This pilot randomized controlled trial examined the effects of dynamic neck sensorimotor biofeedback training on 20 patients with mechanical neck pain (MNP).

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Foot-Targeted Rehabilitation for Pronation-Related Anterior Knee Pain: A Two-Phase Case-Control Study and Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial of Manual Therapy Versus Neuromuscular Training Each With Augmented Low-Dye Taping.

This study investigated the effectiveness of foot-targeted rehabilitation for anterior knee pain (AKP) in patients with pronated foot posture.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Upper-Limb Paresis Severity Is Associated With Practice Dosage During Task-Oriented Training in Subacute Stroke-An Exploratory Secondary Analysis.

This exploratory secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial examined factors influencing practice dosage during upper-limb task-oriented training (UL-TOT) in 33 individuals with subacute stroke.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Clinical and Electromyographic Effect of Tui-Na Massage Versus Positional Release on Postpartum Neck Dysfunction: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effects of Tui-Na massage versus positional release techniques on postpartum neck pain in 60 women.

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchCardiologyOpen access

Effects of Intensive Early Physiotherapy Intervention After Myocardial Infarction on Quality of Life, Anxiety and Depression Scores: A Controlled Clinical Trial.

This controlled clinical trial evaluated the effects of an intensive early physiotherapy program on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and psychological well-being in 172 adults hospitalized after myocardial…

Physiother Res IntSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Motor imagery-based brain-computer interface training for post-stroke upper limb dysfunction: systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness of motor imagery-based brain-computer interface (MI-BCI) training on upper limb motor function in post-stroke patients.

Brain ImpairSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Acupuncture combined with repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation vs repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation alone for recovery of hemiparesis after ischemic stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis compared acupuncture plus repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with rTMS alone for limb motor recovery in patients with hemiparesis after ischemic stroke.

NeuroscienceSep 6, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

Effects of yoga on lower-extremity muscle strength, balance, and quality of life across diverse older adult populations: A systematic review and Meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of yoga on lower-extremity muscle strength, balance, and quality of life in older adults.

Exp GerontolSep 5, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on musculotendinous recovery following eccentric plantar flexor exercise: a randomized controlled trial.

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of essential amino acid (EAA) supplementation on recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage in 36 recreationally active males following eccentric plantar…

J Int Soc Sports NutrSep 4, 2026Read summary
Case ReportOrthopedic Surgery

Treatment of acute calcific tendinopathy of the hip using focused shockwave.

A man presented with sudden onset of right gluteal and posterior thigh pain. Imaging revealed significant calcific tendinopathy at the insertion of the gluteus maximus.

BMJ Case RepSep 4, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

Combined effects of strength training, whey protein, and HMB on sarcopenia in older people: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of strength training combined with whey protein and HMB supplementation on sarcopenia in older adults.

Medicine (Baltimore)Sep 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

Effects of the 'ReacStep' training program on balance recovery and fall risk factors in older people: an assessor-blinded randomised controlled trial.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the ReacStep training program's effects on balance recovery and fall risk in 88 older adults.

Age AgeingSep 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

Efficacy of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Mitigating Muscle Mass Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined randomized controlled trials of stand-alone neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) for muscle mass in adults with sarcopenia or secondary muscle loss.

Muscle NerveSep 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Longitudinal Changes in Running Economy Following Minimalist Footwear and Running-Retraining Interventions Over 12 Months.

This 12-month randomized controlled trial compared minimalist footwear and running retraining with a control condition in 61 habitual rearfoot runners.

Int J Sports Physiol PerformSep 4, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Exercise first: Acute aerobic exercise before practice selectively enhances spatial outcomes of motor learning - A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This pre-registered systematic review and random-effects meta-analysis examined whether acute aerobic exercise (AAE), performed before or after motor-task practice, differentially affects spatial and temporal…

Neurosci Biobehav RevSep 3, 2026Read summary
Case ReportPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Two case studies of in-socket pressure characteristics for passive and active transtibial prostheses.

Two unilateral transtibial prosthesis users completed walking trials with passive, PROPRIO, and Empower feet during level walking and ramp and stair ascent and descent.

Clin Biomech (Bristol)Sep 2, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

A 12-week multimodal exercise program combining Baduanjin and resistance-band training improves muscle health in older adults with sarcopenia: A randomized controlled trial.

This four-arm randomized controlled trial evaluated a 12-week community-based exercise program in 80 adults aged 60–84 years with sarcopenia; 65 completed follow-up.

Complement Ther MedSep 2, 2026Read summary

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