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Effect of exercise on bone health in middle aged and older adults: hierarchical network meta-analysis of randomised trials.

BMJSep 9, 2026

This hierarchical network meta-analysis evaluated the impact of various exercise types on bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture risk in adults aged 40 and older.

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Understanding the specific types and doses of exercise that benefit bone health is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies against osteoporosis and fractures in aging populations.

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Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Ultrasound-guided high-voltage vs conventional pulsed radiofrequency in elderly cervical radiculopathy: A randomized controlled trial .

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided high-voltage pulsed radiofrequency (HVP-PRF) versus conventional pulsed radiofrequency (C-PRF) in 101 elderly patients (aged 60-85)…

Pak J Pharm SciSep 9, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchOrthopedic Surgery

Smart crutch tips TM real-time feedback improves adherence to partial weight-bearing protocols following lower extremity fracture surgery: a pilot study.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of Smart Crutch Tips™ in enhancing adherence to partial weight-bearing (PWB) protocols in 20 patients recovering from lower extremity fractures.

Eur J Orthop Surg TraumatolSep 8, 2026Open accessRead summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Efficacy of high-intensity laser therapy versus ultrasound therapy in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial.

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of high-intensity laser therapy (HILT) versus ultrasound therapy (US) as adjuncts to exercise in 66 adults with knee osteoarthritis (KOA).

Lasers Med SciSep 8, 2026Open accessRead 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

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, 2026Open accessRead 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
Clinical ResearchOrthopedic Surgery

Application of musculoskeletal ultrasound in postoperative rehabilitation assessment and monitoring after rotator cuff repair: A systematic review.

This systematic review evaluated the role of musculoskeletal ultrasound in rehabilitation after rotator cuff repair, analyzing 11 studies.

PLoS OneSep 8, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchNeurology

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, 2026Open accessRead summary
Clinical ResearchNeurology

Multi-centre randomised controlled feasibility trial with embedded process evaluation of a samba percussion intervention for people living with Parkinson's disease: a protocol for the Sparky Samba trial.

The Sparky Samba trial is a multi-centre, non-blinded, randomised controlled feasibility trial assessing a samba percussion intervention for individuals with Parkinson's disease.

BMJ OpenSep 9, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Systematic review and meta-analysis of intrathecal drug delivery systems for the treatment of chronic refractory non-cancer pain.

This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effectiveness and safety of intrathecal drug delivery (ITDD) systems in adults with chronic non-cancer pain.

Reg Anesth Pain MedSep 8, 2026Read summary
Clinical ResearchPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Effects of an actuated ankle exoskeleton on walking stability in healthy adults: a controlled laboratory study.

This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of an actuated ankle exoskeleton on walking stability in 18 healthy adults.

J Neuroeng RehabilSep 8, 2026Open accessRead summary

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