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View article: Oxygen–Ozone Therapy in Tendinopathy Management: A Comprehensive Review
Oxygen–Ozone Therapy in Tendinopathy Management: A Comprehensive Review Open
Background: Tendinopathy is a degenerative condition caused by mechanical overload, accounting for approximately 30% of musculoskeletal healthcare cases. It progresses through a process characterized by collagen disorganization, altered va…
View article: The Effects of Physical Exercise on Depression and Anxiety in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review
The Effects of Physical Exercise on Depression and Anxiety in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Depression affects around 280 million people globally and is one of the main causes of disability. Among people with cancer, depression and anxiety affect 20–25%, significantly reducing quality of life, adherence to treatments,…
View article: The Role of Virtual Reality, Exergames, and Digital Technologies in Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation Before or After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review of the Interventions in Elderly Patients
The Role of Virtual Reality, Exergames, and Digital Technologies in Knee Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation Before or After Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review of the Interventions in Elderly Patients Open
Background and Objectives: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic, degenerative joint disease. The main symptoms include pain that can cause loss of function and stiffness, as well as swelling, reduced range of motion, crepitus, joint deformity,…
View article: Injectable Porcine Collagen in Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Delphi Consensus
Injectable Porcine Collagen in Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Delphi Consensus Open
Background/Objectives: Musculoskeletal disorders causing chronic pain are increasingly prevalent due to factors such as injury, overuse, and aging, leading to interest in porcine collagen injections as a potential therapeutic and conservat…
View article: Medical management of musculoskeletal pain in professional wheelchair basketball players: an evidence-based guide
Medical management of musculoskeletal pain in professional wheelchair basketball players: an evidence-based guide Open
Wheelchair basketball (WB) has evolved from a recreational activity to an internationally recognized sport. It is useful in enhancing psychophysical well-being in athletes with disabilities. However, WB professional players' medical manage…
View article: Emotional Training After Facial Nerve Palsy: Let's Smile Again!
Emotional Training After Facial Nerve Palsy: Let's Smile Again! Open
BackgroundWe aimed to propose Emotional training (ET) as a neurocognitive approach, based on motor imagery by stimulating the patient's perception through different stimuli on the face to treat peripheral paralysis of the facial nerve.Meth…
View article: Rehabilitative Good Practices in the Treatment of Patients with Muscle Injuries
Rehabilitative Good Practices in the Treatment of Patients with Muscle Injuries Open
Background: The rehabilitative treatment of muscle injuries is mostly conservative, but it does not always follow precise protocols. Appropriate physiotherapy, exercises, and training are essential components of the rehabilitation and reco…
View article: The Relationship Between Strap Use and Classification Score in Elite Wheelchair Basketball Players
The Relationship Between Strap Use and Classification Score in Elite Wheelchair Basketball Players Open
Wheelchair basketball (WB) grants important benefits for people with disabilities but also presents a relevant risk of injury. Wheelchair straps are restraint devices that can improve safety and performance, but limited research has explor…
View article: Injectable Porcine Collagen in Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Delphi Consensus
Injectable Porcine Collagen in Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Delphi Consensus Open
Background/Objectives: Musculoskeletal disorders causing chronic pain are increasingly prevalent due to factors such as injury, overuse, and aging, leading to interest in porcine collagen injections as a potential therapeutic and conservat…
View article: Low Back Pain in Italian Nurses: A Statistical Analysis of Disability and Work Productivity Impairment—An Observational Study
Low Back Pain in Italian Nurses: A Statistical Analysis of Disability and Work Productivity Impairment—An Observational Study Open
Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a common occupational health issue among nurses, significantly affecting quality of life and work productivity. Despite awareness, it remains a major cause of absenteeism and presenteeism, highlighting th…
View article: Which Is the Best Exercise for Abductor Hallucis Activation in Hallux Valgus? A Comparison Study for New Rehabilitation Perspectives
Which Is the Best Exercise for Abductor Hallucis Activation in Hallux Valgus? A Comparison Study for New Rehabilitation Perspectives Open
Background: Hallux valgus (HV) is one of the most common foot deformities and negatively impacts plantar support. The abductor hallucis (AH) is the most important muscle in the etiopathogenesis of hallux valgus, but the effectiveness of it…
View article: Effects of cerebellar transcranial alternating current stimulation on balance and gait in healthy subjects
Effects of cerebellar transcranial alternating current stimulation on balance and gait in healthy subjects Open
This study highlights tACS's potential as a non-invasive treatment for balance and gait disorders associated with cerebellar dysfunction.
View article: Therapeutic Exercise Holds the Key to Improve Hand and Upper Limbs Dystonia Rehabilitation Programs: A Systematic Review
Therapeutic Exercise Holds the Key to Improve Hand and Upper Limbs Dystonia Rehabilitation Programs: A Systematic Review Open
Upper limb dystonia is a focal locomotion disorder affecting arm, forearm, and hand muscles, causing abnormal movements given by repeated, steady, and intercontinuous contractions. There are different types of dystonia and the multifaced n…
View article: Pain, Function, and Elastosonographic Assessment After Shockwave Therapy in Non-Calcific Supraspinatus Tendinopathy: A Retrospective Observational Study
Pain, Function, and Elastosonographic Assessment After Shockwave Therapy in Non-Calcific Supraspinatus Tendinopathy: A Retrospective Observational Study Open
Background: Non-calcific supraspinatus tendinopathy (SNCCT) is a frequent cause of shoulder pain, often associated with functional impairment and reduced quality of life. Recent advancements in diagnostic imaging, including shear wave elas…
View article: Musculoskeletal Diseases: Aetiology, Clinical Implications, Rehabilitation and Treatment
Musculoskeletal Diseases: Aetiology, Clinical Implications, Rehabilitation and Treatment Open
Musculoskeletal diseases (MDs) are a wide range of conditions affecting bones, muscles, joints, and connective tissues and are among the leading causes of disability worldwide [...]
View article: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Focused Vibrations Plus Kinesiotaping with Insights into Radiological Influences—An Observational Study
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: Focused Vibrations Plus Kinesiotaping with Insights into Radiological Influences—An Observational Study Open
Background: This observational study investigates the efficacy of combining local muscle vibration (LMV) therapy and kinesiotaping using the McConnell method (KMcCM) in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). PFPS is a prevalent…
View article: Biochemical Mechanisms and Rehabilitation Strategies in Osteoporosis-Related Pain: A Systematic Review
Biochemical Mechanisms and Rehabilitation Strategies in Osteoporosis-Related Pain: A Systematic Review Open
Background/Objectives: Osteoporosis causes a bone mass reduction and often determines acute and chronic pain. Understanding the biochemical and neurophysiological mechanisms behind this pain is crucial for developing new, effective rehabil…
View article: Evaluating the Efficacy of Action Observation Training in Improving Upper Limb Functionality in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Scope Review
Evaluating the Efficacy of Action Observation Training in Improving Upper Limb Functionality in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Scope Review Open
This review evaluates the efficacy of Action Observation Training (AOT) in improving upper limb functionality in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Five studies were selected based on strict inclusion criteria, focusing on clinical interve…
View article: Effective Physiotherapy for Post-Concussion Recovery and Return to Sports: Narrative Review
Effective Physiotherapy for Post-Concussion Recovery and Return to Sports: Narrative Review Open
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by direct or indirect forces is a prevalent issue in contact sports, leading to symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, and neck pain. These symptoms can have long-term consequences, including neu…
View article: Hyaluronic acid injections for temporomandibular disorders: an overview of systematic reviews
Hyaluronic acid injections for temporomandibular disorders: an overview of systematic reviews Open
Purpose: To summarise the evidence on the effectiveness of intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid (HA) in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Outcomes of interest were measurable pain scales and functional outcomes. Me…
View article: Pain Management in Knee Osteoarthritis: Insights from an Exploratory Online Survey of Italian Patients and Physicians
Pain Management in Knee Osteoarthritis: Insights from an Exploratory Online Survey of Italian Patients and Physicians Open
Background: In Italy, knee osteoarthritis (KOA) accounts for over 5 million prevalent cases and requires long-term multidisciplinary management. The most frequent KOA symptom is pain. The aim of the survey is to provide a national overview…
View article: Effectiveness of Integrating Botulinum Toxin Type A with Rehabilitative Strategies for Managing Spastic Diplegia in Children: Scope Review
Effectiveness of Integrating Botulinum Toxin Type A with Rehabilitative Strategies for Managing Spastic Diplegia in Children: Scope Review Open
This review examines the effectiveness of integrating botulinum toxin type A (BONT-A) with various rehabilitative strategies in treating spastic diplegia in children. The studies analyzed consistently demonstrate significant reductions in …
View article: Evaluation of Rehabilitation Outcomes in Patients with Chronic Neurological Health Conditions Using a Machine Learning Approach
Evaluation of Rehabilitation Outcomes in Patients with Chronic Neurological Health Conditions Using a Machine Learning Approach Open
Background: Over one billion people worldwide suffer from neurological conditions that cause mobility impairments, often persisting despite rehabilitation. Chronic neurological disease (CND) patients who lack access to continuous rehabilit…
View article: High Versus Low-Energy Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis: A Retrospective Study
High Versus Low-Energy Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Lateral Epicondylitis: A Retrospective Study Open
Background: Chronic lateral epicondylitis (LE), also known as tennis elbow, affects 1–3% of the population, primarily those over 40 years old. Most cases resolve with conservative treatments, but some require more advanced interventions. E…
View article: Efficacy and Accuracy of Ultrasound Guided Injections in the Treatment of Cervical Facet Joint Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Efficacy and Accuracy of Ultrasound Guided Injections in the Treatment of Cervical Facet Joint Syndrome: A Systematic Review Open
Background/Objectives: Cervical facet joint syndrome (CFJS) is a frequent cause of neck pain and motor disability. Among the available therapies for CFJS, ultrasound (US)-guided injections are becoming more and more widespread, but the evi…
View article: Efficacy of Motor Imagery in the Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients: A Scope Review
Efficacy of Motor Imagery in the Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients: A Scope Review Open
This review examines the efficacy of motor imagery (MI) as a supplementary rehabilitation technique for stroke patients. Nine randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were analyzed, highlighting MI's potential to enhance motor recovery, mobilit…
View article: The new hospital discharge form for inpatient rehabilitation in Italy: a step forward to promote the role of rehabilitation in the healthcare system
The new hospital discharge form for inpatient rehabilitation in Italy: a step forward to promote the role of rehabilitation in the healthcare system Open
The new HDF is expected to improve data collection, reduce local and regional disparities, allow better comparison of the performances of the structures, and ultimately enhance the quality and outcomes of rehabilitation care across the cou…
View article: The Effect of Intra-Articular Injections of Hyaluronic Acid for the Treatment of Trapezio-Metacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis
The Effect of Intra-Articular Injections of Hyaluronic Acid for the Treatment of Trapezio-Metacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis Open
Background: Osteoarthritis of the basal thumb joint is a debilitating disease with a high prevalence. Among pharmacological treatments, intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid have been clinically applied. This study aimed to investi…