Riphah International University

This study tested whether combining a popular brain-training phone app with regular aerobic exercise could help people recover thinking skills and improve their quality of life after a stroke. It involved 22 stroke survivors who had mild to moderate thinking problems. Researchers…

This study tested whether adding antibiotic gels to a standard dental cleaning improves gum health for people with diabetes who have periodontitis (serious gum disease). 380 patients were divided into four groups to compare cleaning alone versus cleaning plus one or two different…

This study compared two different exercise programs to see which works better for people with Type 2 diabetes. Fifty participants followed either a circuit training program or a traditional strength training program for six weeks. Researchers measured how each program affected he…

This study tested whether adding pizotifen to the antidepressant escitalopram works better for depression than escitalopram alone. Researchers followed 88 people with depression, measuring their symptoms using a standard questionnaire. The goal was to see if the combination treat…

This study checked if two low-cost rehabilitation therapies help people keep improvements in arm and hand function long after a stroke. It followed 44 adults who had a stroke 1-6 months earlier, comparing action observation therapy (watching movements) and mirror therapy (using a…

This study tested whether taking vitamin D and calcium supplements together could help pregnant women with gestational diabetes better manage their blood sugar and cholesterol levels. It involved 60 women who were randomly assigned to take either the supplements or a placebo pill…

This study tested whether combining two different brain training approaches could help stroke survivors with mild thinking problems. Researchers worked with 36 participants who had experienced a stroke and had mild cognitive impairment. They compared different rehabilitation tech…

This study tested if adding a 15-minute vibration treatment to standard arm skill training could improve recovery for people who had a stroke 3 to 6 months ago. Researchers worked with 60 participants to see if the combined therapy was better at reducing stiffness, improving move…

This study compared two physical therapy approaches to help stroke survivors regain leg function and mobility. Researchers tested Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) against Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT) in 54 Pakistani stroke patients. The goal…

This study tested two different exercise programs to see which is better at preventing low back pain in healthcare workers like nurses and dentists. Researchers compared core strengthening exercises with a different type called neuromuscular facilitation exercises. The goal was t…

This study compared two different physical therapy approaches for treating non-specific low back pain in adults. Researchers tested whether muscle energy technique (a hands-on therapy) or kinesiotherapy (movement-based exercises) worked better to reduce pain, improve flexibility,…

This study tested a specific exercise program designed to correct posture and muscle imbalances in young adults. Researchers compared this new exercise approach to see if it could improve body alignment and core muscle function better than other methods. The goal was to see if be…

This study looked at whether adding short, structured physical activity breaks to the school day could help children with mild intellectual disability. It compared these guided exercises to regular free play time. The goal was to see which approach better improved the children's …

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques to see which one better helps people with knee osteoarthritis. Forty-four adults with early-stage knee arthritis received either Mulligan's Pain Release or Kaltenborn Mobilization, along with standard exercise…

This study tested whether adding a 'kinetic chain' physical therapy approach to standard treatment was better for reducing shoulder pain and improving movement in people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. It involved 44 adults aged 40-65 with recent shoulder pain, who were split int…

This study tested whether two specific types of physical therapy exercises could help people with chronic neck and arm pain caused by a pinched nerve in the neck (cervical radiculopathy). Researchers worked with 46 adults who had experienced this pain for over three months. They …

This study tested two different movement training approaches to see which one better improves agility, balance, and endurance in cricket players. Researchers worked with 42 male cricket players in Pakistan, dividing them into two groups that practiced either Dynamic Neuromuscular…

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques to see which works better for relieving heel pain from plantar fasciitis. Forty adults with long-term heel pain received either Active Release Technique or Strain-Counterstrain therapy three times a week for f…

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques—Maitland and Mulligan mobilization—to see which works better for reducing shoulder pain and improving function. Researchers worked with 46 adults who had experienced shoulder pain for 3-12 months. They measure…

This study tested a 4-week exercise program designed to improve jaw alignment and movement in people with jaw pain and dysfunction (temporomandibular joint disorder). It involved 64 adults with sedentary lifestyles who had jaw problems and a forward head posture. Researchers meas…

This study tested a 12-week exercise program designed for people who have both congestive heart failure and knee osteoarthritis. The goal was to see if a rehabilitation plan using low-impact activities could safely improve heart health, reduce knee pain, and increase overall fitn…

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques for people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers tested whether strain counter strain (a gentle positioning method) or myofascial release (soft tissue massage) worked better to reduce pain and improve daily fu…

This study tested whether adding Clinical Pilates exercises to standard cardiac rehab could help patients after heart bypass surgery. It focused on reducing 'kinesiophobia'—a fear of movement that can slow recovery—and improving heart and lung function. The trial involved 36 stab…

This study tested whether adding sand exercises to a standard routine could improve foot posture and balance in children with pronated (flat) feet. Twenty children aged 6-11 were split into two groups for an 8-week program. One group did exercises on sand, while the other did the…

This study tested whether adding mental imagery exercises to standard physical training could help stroke patients overcome kinesiophobia—an intense fear of movement that can slow recovery. Forty-four stroke patients were divided into two groups: one received both mental and phys…

This study tested two different exercise programs for people recovering from heart bypass surgery (CABG) who experience sudden nighttime breathing trouble. Researchers compared standard circuit training to circuit training plus specific arm and leg strength exercises. The goal wa…

This study compared two hands-on physical therapy techniques—tissue flossing (using compression bands) and myofascial release (a type of massage)—to see which one better helps young adults with flexible flat feet. Forty-four participants, aged 18-25, received one of the treatment…

This study tested whether combining a special massage technique called Graston with custom foot insoles works better than the massage technique alone for people with persistent heel pain from plantar fasciitis. Forty adults with heel pain for at least six weeks received either th…

This study compared two different physical therapy methods to see which one better helps stroke survivors improve their walking, balance, and reduce their risk of falling. It involved 36 people who had a stroke affecting one side of their body. Researchers tested a therapy using …

This study compared two different exercise approaches—McKenzie exercises and William exercises—to see which works better for people with sacroiliac joint pain. Researchers worked with 62 adults experiencing moderate pain to measure changes in pain levels, daily function, and qual…

This study tested whether a specific type of massage therapy, called Qigong Sensory Training (QST), could help children with autism better manage their senses and improve their behavior. For 8 weeks, children received short massage sessions twice a day. Researchers measured chang…

This study compared two popular exercise approaches—McGill and McKenzie—to see which better helps people with long-term low back pain. It involved 57 adults aged 20-40 who had experienced pain for at least six months. Researchers measured changes in pain levels, back movement, an…

This study tested whether two different types of stretching exercises could help adults with asthma breathe more easily. Researchers compared chest-focused stretches with side-bending stretches over four weeks to see which improved chest expansion, reduced shortness of breath, an…

This study tested whether a specific type of exercise, called kinetic chain exercises, works better than standard physical therapy for shoulder impingement. Researchers compared the two approaches in 36 adults with shoulder pain to see which one better reduced pain and improved s…

This study tested two different types of exercises to see which works better for people with a hunched upper back (hyperkyphosis). It involved 30 adults with this condition to compare exercises focused on the upper back against exercises for the whole body's posture. The goal was…

This study compared two different exercise approaches to help post-menopausal women manage chronic low back pain. Researchers tested 62 women aged 55-85, giving one group tailored mat exercises and the other group McKenzie exercises, along with heat and TENS therapy. The goal was…

This study tested two hands-on physical therapy techniques to see if they could help people with long-term neck pain. It involved 44 adults who had neck pain for over 3 months. Researchers compared a joint mobilization method (SNAG) used alone and combined with a muscle release t…

This study tested if adding two specific therapies—the Niel Asher Technique and Scapular Clock Exercises—to standard physical therapy works better for frozen shoulder than standard therapy alone. It involved 34 adults with persistent shoulder pain and stiffness. Researchers measu…

This study tested whether a special exercise program that trains eye and neck coordination works better than standard care for people with chronic neck pain. It involved 52 adults who had experienced neck pain for at least three months. Researchers measured changes in pain levels…

This study tested whether two different exercise programs could help women with painful menstrual cramps. Researchers compared aerobic exercise to Aviva exercise in 42 women to see which was better at reducing pain, improving sleep, and helping with daily activities. The goal was…

This study compared two common hands-on physical therapy techniques—Mulligan and Maitland mobilizations—to see which is better for treating frozen shoulder. Researchers worked with 42 adults aged 35-50 who had primary frozen shoulder, measuring their pain, shoulder movement, and …

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques for people with long-term pain and stiffness between the shoulder blade and ribs. Researchers tested which method—Muscle Energy Technique or Modified Active Release Technique—was better at reducing pain, impro…

This study aimed to find out which of two special push-up exercises is better for improving shoulder stability and functional strength in cricket players. Researchers compared plyometric (explosive) push-ups with push-ups performed on a Bosu ball (a wobbly half-sphere) in 44 youn…

This study tested whether a specific set of exercises called the Klapp method could help breastfeeding mothers who have a rounded upper back (kyphosis). Thirty-two mothers were split into two groups: one received guided Klapp exercises, and the other received printed instructions…

This study compared two different shoulder exercise programs for male volleyball players to see which one better improves throwing performance. Researchers tested 36 athletes aged 18-30 with at least one year of experience, measuring their throwing power, accuracy, and strength. …

This study tested two different exercise programs to see which works better for young runners with knee pain. Thirty-eight runners tried either strength training or balance-focused training for six weeks. Researchers measured their jumping power, knee function, and balance to com…

This study tested whether a specific type of exercise could help people with iliopsoas tendonitis, a painful inflammation in the hip. Researchers compared standard physical therapy to therapy that included these special 'eccentric' exercises. The goal was to see which approach be…

This study compared two different hands-on physical therapy techniques to see which works better for diabetic patients with a stiff, painful shoulder (frozen shoulder). Thirty-six participants received either Gong mobilization or the Spencer technique. Researchers measured change…

This study tested whether two non-drug techniques could help young people with asthma breathe easier and feel better. For 8 weeks, one group practiced Papworth breathing, a slow, calming method, while another group combined it with Bridge Pose yoga to open the chest. Researchers …

This study tested two physical therapy approaches for people with chronic shoulder pain. Researchers compared standard shoulder joint mobilization to a combination of two joint mobilization techniques. They measured changes in pain levels, shoulder movement, and ability to perfor…

This study looked at whether using a posture-correcting brace and an activity tracker could help people recover better after total knee replacement surgery. It involved 20 adults aged 40-60 who had recently undergone the surgery. The goal was to see if these devices could improve…

This study tested whether a combination of hands-on joint mobilization and specific exercises could help people with tailbone pain that started after a colonoscopy. Researchers worked with 42 adults to see if this physical therapy approach could reduce their pain, improve their m…

This small study compared two different exercise programs for people with Maigne's syndrome, a condition causing back and hip pain. Researchers tested whether core-strengthening exercises or spinal-stretching exercises worked better to reduce pain, improve movement, and correct p…

This study tested whether adding Pilates exercises to standard physical therapy could better help teenagers with neck pain and stiffness caused by looking down at phones for long periods. Researchers compared two small groups of teens over six weeks to see which exercise program …

This study tested two different 8-week training programs for cricket fast bowlers to see which better improves performance and reduces injury risk. Forty bowlers were split into groups doing either foundation training (focusing on core stability) or TRX suspension training (using…

This study tested whether specific exercises could help young women with painful periods. Researchers compared two exercise programs—one combining Barre and gym ball moves, and another with just Barre—over 12 weeks. They measured changes in pain, menstrual distress, and overall q…

This study tested two different approaches to reduce visual fatigue in people with forward head posture, a common issue from looking at screens. Researchers compared special eye movement exercises with a hands-on neck muscle technique in 44 adults. The goal was to see which metho…

This study tested two physical therapy methods to help people with frozen shoulder. Researchers compared a specific shoulder stretching technique (gong mobilization) with and without an additional back manipulation. They measured changes in pain, shoulder movement, and disability…

This study tested whether a mental imagery technique or a physical stretching routine works better to improve focus and performance in racquet sports. For 6 weeks, 52 amateur male players were split into two groups to practice one of the methods. Researchers measured their mindfu…

This study tested two different types of exercise to see which one better improves heart health, fitness, and breathing in children with autism. Researchers worked with 32 autistic children, dividing them into two groups. One group did a circuit of cardio exercises, while the oth…

This study tested two different hands-on physical therapy techniques for people with long-term neck pain that has no specific cause. It involved 44 adults who used computers daily and had neck pain for at least 3 months. Researchers compared myofascial release therapy alone to th…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) training could help people with COPD improve their balance and reduce their risk of falling. Researchers worked with 50 adults who had mild to moderate COPD to see if VR exercises were a good alternative to traditional physical thera…

This study tested whether a specific combination of hand exercises helps people recover better after surgery for trigger finger. Researchers worked with 30 patients who had recently had the surgery. They measured if the exercises reduced pain and improved hand movement and grip s…

This study compared two physical therapy approaches for people with long-term, unexplained low back pain. Forty adults received standard therapy plus either a hands-on release technique or specific stretching exercises. Researchers measured which approach better reduced pain, imp…

This study tested whether specific exercises for the small muscles inside the foot could help adults with flat feet. Researchers worked with 66 participants aged 20-45 to see if this training could reduce their foot pain, improve their balance, and make daily activities easier. T…

This study compared a newer therapy called Action Observation Therapy to standard physical therapy for children with diplegic cerebral palsy. It involved 46 children aged 5-11 to see which approach better improved their balance, walking ability, and cognitive skills. The goal was…

This study compared two types of physical therapy for people with chronic back pain that radiates down the leg. It tested whether the McKenzie method, which focuses on specific exercises to correct posture, works better than standard physical therapy at reducing pain and improvin…

This study tested two different exercise programs to help people with piriformis syndrome, a condition causing buttock and leg pain. Researchers worked with 56 sedentary adults aged 25-45 who had experienced pain for over a month. They compared standard strengthening exercises ag…

This study compared two different therapies to help children with a form of cerebral palsy improve their trunk control and balance. Researchers tested whether structured horseback riding (hippotherapy) or exercises on a large Swiss ball was more effective. The goal was to see whi…

This study compared two common warm-up stretching methods—static (holding stretches) and dynamic (moving stretches)—to see which one better improves performance and may help prevent injuries in racquet sports players. Over six weeks, 52 amateur male players aged 20-40 were split …

This study tested whether pelvic floor muscle training helps women recover better after gynecological surgery. Researchers worked with 48 women aged 40-60 who were having surgery for conditions like prolapse. They compared groups doing exercises before and after surgery, after su…

This study tested two physical therapy approaches to help people with long-term, non-specific low back pain. It involved 50 adults who received either a manual joint mobilization technique alone or combined with a muscle re-education method. Researchers measured changes in pain, …

This study tested whether a hands-on therapy called the Primal Reflex Release Technique could help people with tailbone pain that started after a colonoscopy. Researchers worked with 46 adults to see if the therapy could reduce their pain, help them move better, and improve their…

This study tested whether combining a mental rehearsal technique (motor imagery) with specific physical trunk exercises could improve balance and mobility in people recovering from a stroke. It involved 30 participants who were a few months post-stroke and could sit and stand wit…

This study compared two different exercise approaches for people with long-term, unexplained low back pain. Researchers tested McKenzie extension exercises against motor control exercises, and also looked at combining both methods. They measured how well each approach reduced pai…

This study tested whether mind-body exercises could help reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue in pregnant women. Researchers compared a group doing mind-body exercises to another group doing relaxation exercises over 10 months. The study involved 34 healthy pregnant women in their…

This study tested a special walking training method for people who have had a stroke. It used a treadmill to focus on stepping with one leg at a time. The goal was to see if this training could improve walking, balance, and turning ability, which could help reduce the risk of fal…

This study tested whether a hands-on therapy called fascial manipulation could help people with long-lasting rotator cuff shoulder pain. Researchers worked with 32 adults who had shoulder pain for at least 3 months. They compared the effects of this manual therapy on shoulder mov…

This study tested two different nerve gliding exercise techniques to see which works better for reducing pain and improving wrist movement in people with carpal tunnel syndrome. Fifty-six patients were randomly assigned to perform exercises either from the shoulder toward the han…

This study compared two hands-on physical therapy techniques to see which works better for people with stiff and painful knees after a leg fracture. It involved 68 young adults whose broken bones had healed. Researchers measured changes in pain, knee flexibility, and leg function…

This study tested whether a special exercise program that combines mental tasks with physical movement, plus whole-body vibration therapy, could help improve thinking skills and balance in older adults with mild to moderate memory and thinking problems. Fifty participants aged 60…

This study compared two different exercise approaches for adults with a rounded upper back (thoracic kyphosis). Forty participants aged 18-40 performed either back-strengthening or core-stability exercises for six weeks. Researchers measured which program better improved posture,…

This study tested whether a specific hands-on massage technique for the diaphragm muscle could help people with a rounded upper back (thoracic kyphosis). Researchers worked with 44 adults to see if this technique, combined with standard therapy, could improve how much their chest…

This study tested two different physical therapy approaches to see which was better at reducing pain and improving movement in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers worked with 44 adults aged 40-60 who had moderate knee arthritis. They compared a hands-on therapy called th…

This study tested two physical therapy approaches for people with non-specific low back pain. It compared a standard set of core-strengthening exercises (McGill method) to the same exercises combined with a hands-on massage technique (3D myofascial release). The goal was to see w…

This study compared two specific exercise programs (Sahrmann and Kendall) to see which one works better for people with 'text neck' syndrome. It involved 64 young adults who used smartphones for more than 2 hours daily and had significant neck pain. Researchers measured changes i…

This study tested whether a special 6-week self-management program could help people with COPD feel better and function better in daily life. 42 adults with COPD were randomly assigned to either receive this new education and activity program or to continue with their usual physi…

This study compared two types of moderate exercise training for people recovering from mitral valve replacement heart surgery. It aimed to see if interval training or continuous training was better at improving walking ability, breathing, heart efficiency, and overall quality of …

This study tested whether combining posture correction exercises with gentle, guided neck movements could help people with migraines. It involved 44 adults with frequent migraines who were not taking medication during the trial. Researchers measured changes in their pain levels, …

This study compared two different physical therapy techniques to see which works better for people with frozen shoulder. Researchers worked with 66 patients who had painful, stiff shoulders for several months. They tested whether specific movement exercises or muscle relaxation t…

This study compared two types of strength training to help people recover after heart bypass surgery. Researchers tested whether using elastic resistance bands or traditional free weights (like dumbbells) was better for improving patients' ability to exercise, their lung function…

This study looked at whether adding traditional martial arts training could help Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes. Researchers tested if eight weeks of Aikido or Taijiquan (Tai Chi) training could improve joint flexibility, reaction speed, and leg power in a small group of exper…

This study tested whether a planned education program could improve knowledge about preventing a hypertensive crisis—a dangerous, sudden spike in blood pressure—in people already diagnosed with high blood pressure. Researchers enrolled 35 patients with hypertension and measured t…

This study compared two different strength training methods to see which is better for improving the arm muscle size, strength, and power of cricket fast bowlers. Forty-four male bowlers were split into two groups, each following an 8-week training program focusing on either the …

This study aimed to understand how different schedules of blood flow restriction training affect muscles. Researchers compared short, very frequent workouts to less frequent sessions over a few weeks. They measured muscle size, strength, and soreness in 68 young, inactive men to …

This study aimed to find out which type of training is better for improving a cricket bowler's strength and accuracy. Researchers compared two groups of bowlers over eight weeks: one group used medicine balls, and the other used resistance bands. The goal was to see which method …

This study looked at whether adding a special arm wrap that restricts blood flow during light weight training helps cricket fast bowlers. Researchers tested 24 experienced bowlers to see if this method improved their arm strength, size, and throwing power. The goal was to find be…

This study aimed to find out which type of weight training is better for improving soccer players' fitness. Researchers compared two methods—one focusing on the lowering phase of a lift and the other on the lifting phase—over 8 weeks. The goal was to see which method led to great…

This study aimed to find out which of two common training methods is better for improving soccer players' fitness. Researchers compared moderate-intensity circuit training to moderate-intensity continuous training in 56 male soccer players over 8 weeks. They measured how quickly …

This study aimed to find out which type of training works better for football players: circuit training or complex training. Researchers worked with 36 young adult football players to measure how each training method affected their agility, power, and core strength. The goal was …

This study aimed to find out which type of interval training is better for improving athletes' fitness, strength, and agility. Researchers compared High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) with Medium-Intensity Interval Training (MIIT) in a group of 36 trained athletes. Participan…

This study aimed to find out which of two 8-week training programs was better for improving athletic performance in young female basketball players. Researchers compared high-intensity resistance training against eccentric (muscle-lengthening) resistance training. They measured c…

This study tested a training program designed to improve how healthcare support workers handle choking emergencies. Researchers taught 35 physical therapists, pharmacists, and lab technicians the latest first aid techniques for choking. The goal was to see if the program improved…

This study aimed to understand how two different ways of doing a specific calf muscle exercise, called a soleus pushup, affect blood sugar levels right after the exercise. Researchers compared a short, moderate-intensity version to a longer, sustained version in 51 healthy young …

This study aimed to find out which of two different 8-week exercise programs works better for improving key athletic skills in football players. Researchers compared a 'Harmoknee' program to a 'Bounding' program in 36 male players, measuring their strength, balance, agility, and …

This study compared two different exercise programs for high school athletes to see which works better. Researchers tested 50 athletes aged 17-19, putting half in a Tabata training program and half in a Burn 2 Learn program for six weeks. They measured changes in body weight, phy…

This study looked at whether adding specific ladder and jump exercises to regular Taekwondo training could improve athletes' agility, core strength, and balance. It involved 40 male Taekwondo players who trained for six weeks. Researchers measured their performance before and aft…

This study translated and tested a standard heart failure quality-of-life questionnaire into Urdu, the national language of Pakistan. Researchers gave the survey to 210 heart failure patients to check if it was reliable and valid for use in their culture. The goal is to provide d…

This study aimed to find out which of two popular training methods works better for improving key physical skills in amateur football players. Researchers compared a high-intensity interval program (Modified Tabata) with a more varied running workout (Fartlek training) over six w…

This study aimed to find out which training method works better for improving sprint performance. Researchers compared a high-intensity Tabata workout to a traditional periodized weightlifting program over eight weeks. They measured changes in speed, power, and agility in a group…

This study looked at how CrossFit-style cross training affects sprinters' performance. Researchers measured 52 male recreational sprinters' flexibility, endurance, and speed before and after training. The goal was to understand if mixing different exercise types helps sprinters i…

This study looked at how different types of play affect children's physical fitness and social skills. Researchers compared traditional, rule-based games with unstructured free play in 104 primary school children aged 5-9. The goal was to understand which type of activity might b…

Somatic Dysfunction of the SIJ is defined as hypo or hyper-mobility of the joint in addition to a malalignment or change of positioning of the sacrum and ilium bones (e.g. Forward sacral torsion, backward sacral torsion, bilateral anterior or posterior sacral nutation, Unilateral…