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September 202613

Clinical ResearchOncology (Medical)

Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Following Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery (RESTORE II): A Definitive Randomized Controlled Trial.

RESTORE II was a randomized controlled trial comparing a 12-week multidisciplinary rehabilitation program with standard care in disease-free patients at least 3 months after upper gastrointestinal cancer resection.

Ann SurgSep 2, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Physical, Psychophysical and Psychological Predictors of Persistent or Recurrent Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated predictors of persistent or recurrent non-specific low back pain (LBP) in a population of 15 studies.

Eur J PainSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

No Efficacy of Dexamethasone Injections for Acute Sciatica: A Double-Blind Randomized Study Versus Saline.

The DEXHIA study, a double-blind randomized controlled trial, evaluated the efficacy of ultrasound-guided caudal dexamethasone injections versus saline in 106 adults with acute sciatica due to lumbar disc herniation.

Eur J PainSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchNeurologyOpen access

Dual Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Modulates Hierarchical Functional Network Organization in Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of dual transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in 74 patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI).

CNS Neurosci TherSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Tailoring Resistance Exercise for Knee Osteoarthritis: An Intervention Systematic Review With Dose-Response Meta-analysis of the Effects of Intensity and Volume.

This systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis evaluated the effects of isotonic resistance exercise on pain, function, and strength in 791 individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

J Orthop Sports Phys TherSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

The Efficacy of Exercise Therapy for Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain According to the FITT Principle: A Systematic Review With Meta-analyses.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of exercise therapy interventions based on the FITT principle for adults with nonspecific chronic low back pain.

J Orthop Sports Phys TherSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Effect of Kinetic Control Retraining on Electromyographic Activity of Trunk Muscles in Patients with Lumbosacral Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of adding kinetic control retraining to conventional physical therapy in 50 patients with lumbosacral radiculopathy.

J Musculoskelet Neuronal InteractSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchInfectious DiseasesOpen access

Immunological effects of supervised exercise in long COVID in adults: A secondary analysis of a randomized crossover trial.

This secondary analysis of a randomized crossover trial evaluated the immunological effects of a 6-week supervised exercise program in adults with long COVID.

Physiol RepSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOrthopedic SurgeryOpen access

Lateral Wedge Insoles With and Without Contoured Arch Support for People With Knee Osteoarthritis and Foot Pain: A Pilot, Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial.

This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated the feasibility and effects of lateral wedge insoles (LWIs) in 30 individuals with knee osteoarthritis and foot pain over 12 weeks.

J Foot Ankle ResSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Psychometric Properties of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Assessing Shoulder Function in Athletes: A Systematic Review.

This systematic review evaluated the psychometric properties of athlete-specific patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) for shoulder function in sports.

Musculoskeletal CareSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Effect of Multimodal Physiotherapy on Sleep Quality and Architecture in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain With Sleep Disturbance: A Randomised Clinical Trial.

This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effects of multimodal physiotherapy on sleep quality and architecture in 30 men with chronic neck pain and sleep disturbances.

Musculoskeletal CareSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchNeurology

Effect of citicoline on cognitive function and functional recovery in patients with mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.

This randomized, placebo-controlled trial assessed the impact of citicoline on cognitive and functional recovery in 60 adults with mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI).

NeuroscienceSep 1, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPsychiatry

The efficacy of physical exercise on body mass index in schizophrenia patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis on exercise prescription, intensity, and delivery.

This systematic review and random-effects meta-analysis assessed randomised controlled trials of physical exercise and BMI in people with schizophrenia, including whether exercise type, delivery, intensity, and duration…

Schizophr ResSep 1, 2026Read summary

August 202611

Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOpen access

Game changer? Cognitive-motor effects of VR exergaming compared to video-based training.

This randomized controlled trial examined the cognitive and cognitive-motor effects of virtual reality (VR) exergaming compared to a non-immersive stick-fight video (SFV) in 55 healthy adults.

Ann MedAug 31, 2026Read summary
Case ReportPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Nerve Pulsed Radiofrequency Combined With Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome:Report of One Case.

A 26-year-old female presented with severe electric shock-like pain and hyperalgesia in her first toes following an ankle sprain, alongside symptoms of localized redness, swelling, burning sensation, and hyperhidrosis.

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue BaoAug 30, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchGeriatrics

Effects of eccentric overload training on lower-limb muscle strength, gait performance, balance, and explosive power in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of eccentric overload training (EOT) on lower-limb muscle strength, gait performance, balance, and explosive power in older adults.

Exp GerontolAug 27, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Aerobic Versus Core‑Stabilization Training After Caudal Epidural Steroid Injection for Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Single Blind Parallel Group Randomized Controlled Trial.

This three-arm, parallel-group randomized controlled trial compared physiotherapy alone with physiotherapy plus supervised aerobic or core-stabilization exercise after caudal epidural steroid injection in 35 individuals…

Am J Phys Med RehabilAug 26, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchNeurology

Effects of neurofeedback and biofeedback on cognitive, affective, and motor outcomes in adults with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review.

This systematic review examined interventional studies of neurofeedback and biofeedback for cognitive, affective, and motor outcomes in adults with multiple sclerosis.

Mult Scler Relat DisordAug 26, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Validity of Freehand 3-D Ultrasound for Skeletal Muscle Volume Assessment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the validity of freehand 3-D ultrasound for assessing skeletal muscle volume compared to MRI in various populations.

Ultrasound Med BiolAug 25, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Effectiveness of a novel microprocessor-controlled prosthetic ankle compared with conventional and microprocessor-controlled prosthetic ankles in individuals with unilateral transtibial amputation: A multicentre randomised crossover study.

This multicentre randomised crossover study evaluated the biomechanical and metabolic effects of the RoFT® microprocessor-controlled ankle (MPA-2) in 18 individuals with unilateral transtibial amputation.

Gait PostureAug 25, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchNeurology

Resting-state EEG spectral power alterations following traumatic brain injury: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical and injury-related moderators.

This systematic review and meta-analysis examined resting-state EEG spectral power after traumatic brain injury (TBI), including whether clinical and injury-related factors moderated findings.

Brain InjAug 25, 2026Read summary
Case ReportPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome: A Case-Based Approach to Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment.

A patient developed Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome (RFS) following radiation therapy, presenting with multi-system involvement including neural and visceral structures.

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N AmAug 24, 2026Read case
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Evaluating the effectiveness and implementation of digital health interventions for patients with spinal cord injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed digital health interventions (DHIs) versus control groups in patients with spinal cord injury, drawing on 26 randomised controlled trials.

Complement Ther MedAug 24, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

The role of physical therapy in the management of rare diseases: a systematic review.

This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of physiotherapy in managing rare diseases by analyzing 13 clinical trials.

Med Clin (Barc)Aug 22, 2026Read summary

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