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Ultrasound or shortwave: which eases carpal tunnel pain better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two physical therapy methods—pulsed ultrasound and pulsed shortwave diathermy—in 40 adults with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. All participants wore a wrist splint and did exercises for three weeks, plus one of the two treatments. Researchers measured …
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:21 UTC
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Pelvic floor training eases pouch problems after colitis surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a physiotherapist-led program of pelvic floor muscle training and behavioral advice could improve bowel function and quality of life in people who had ileo-anal pouch surgery for ulcerative colitis or familial adenomatous polyposis. Fifty-three adults wh…
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Pain school eases muscle misery: study shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching people about how pain works (called Pain Neuroscience Education) can boost the effects of standard physical therapy for myofascial pain syndrome—a condition causing muscle knots and pain. Forty adults with long-term pain took part. Half got u…
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istinye University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New approach eases tennis elbow pain without drugs
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding a special nerve-stretching technique to standard physical therapy helps people with chronic tennis elbow. 46 adults with long-lasting elbow pain received either usual care or usual care plus radial nerve mobilization. Researchers measured pain, gr…
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitat Internacional de Catalunya • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Robotic seal helps kids cope with hospital therapy
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a robotic baby harp seal named Paro during physical and occupational therapy could help hospitalized children. Researchers wanted to see if the robot made therapy sessions easier and more enjoyable for kids aged 5-18, while also reducing their anxi…
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 21, 2026 12:43 UTC
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Physio power: study tests if therapists can replace doctors for ER back pain
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether specially trained physiotherapists can safely assess, diagnose, and treat people with non-urgent muscle and joint problems (like back pain or sprains) in the emergency department. Over 100 adults were randomly assigned to see either a physiotherapist …
Matched conditions: PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bern University of Applied Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC