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This study looked at whether strengthening the gluteus maximus muscle can reduce pain and improve movement in people who work desk jobs and have chronic low back pain. 40 participants did exercises or received standard care for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if glute strengthening …

This study tested whether a dynamic hand splint can improve hand and wrist movement after surgery to repair extensor tendons in the fingers. Forty adults aged 20 to 40 who had tendon repair surgery used the splint starting three weeks after their operation. Researchers measured t…

This study looked at whether adding verbal cues from a therapist to a 12-week exercise program helps breast cancer survivors undergoing radiation therapy. 34 women were split into two groups: one did exercises with verbal guidance, the other without. The goal was to see if the cu…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) exercises can help people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) feel less pain, move better, and improve their quality of life. Thirty-six adults aged 18 to 65 with frozen shoulder took part. Researchers measured pain, shoulder …

This study looked at how a specific type of manual therapy on the upper back affects muscle strength and activity in healthy volunteers aged 18 to 65. Researchers divided 156 participants into three groups: one receiving the therapy, a placebo group, and a no-treatment group. The…