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{"title":"The Brazilian version of the 5-item Work Role Functioning Questionnaire 2.0 (WRFQ-5) has adequate measurement properties in workers with chronic pain","authors":"Letícia Padilha Mendes ,&nbsp;Cid André Fidelis-de-Paula-Gomes ,&nbsp;André Pontes-Silva ,&nbsp;Jhonata Botelho Protazio ,&nbsp;Bruno Ruocco Verengue ,&nbsp;Cesário da Silva Souza ,&nbsp;Daniela Bassi-Dibai ,&nbsp;Almir Vieira Dibai-Filho","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To assess the reliability, internal consistency, structural validity, and construct validity of the Work Role Functioning Questionnaire 2.0 with 5 items (WRFQ-5) in Brazilian workers with chronic pain.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This was a questionnaire validation study. Workers with chronic pain, both genders, and age ≥18 years were included. We assessed the internal structure of the WRFQ-5 using exploratory factor analysis (EFA). To assess construct validity, we correlated the WRFQ-5 with the short version of the Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Screening Questionnaire (OMPSQ). In addition, we assessed test-retest reliability, internal consistency, and floor and ceiling effects. <strong>Results</strong>: We included 153 workers with chronic pain for analysis of internal structure and construct validity, and a subsample of 43 for analysis of test-retest reliability. We identified the unidimensionality of the WRFQ-5 by means of EFA with implementation of parallel analysis (KMO = 0.77 and p &lt; 0.001for Bartlett's test of sphericity). Regarding construct validity, we confirmed the hypothesis by observing a negative correlation with magnitude lower than 0.30 (unrelated constructs) between the WRFQ-5 and the OMPSQ. We found substantial reliability (ICC = 0.79) and adequate internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.88). No ceiling or floor effects were observed.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The Brazilian Portuguese version of the WRFQ-5 demonstrates adequate measurement properties for use in workers with chronic pain.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 471-475"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145736879","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Can functional movement screen scores predict upper extremity injuries in baseball players? A rapid review","authors":"Blake Hajjar ,&nbsp;Cody Mansfield ,&nbsp;Ryan Crotin ,&nbsp;Brock Amelung ,&nbsp;Madison Posner ,&nbsp;Ryan Brown ,&nbsp;James Oñate","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.020","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.020","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>This rapid review aims to systematically determine whether the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) can predict upper extremity injuries in youth and collegiate baseball players. We hypothesize that the performance of the FMS will demonstrate good predictability for identifying injuries through qualitative appraisal of the evidence.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>An electronic database search was conducted from May 2024 to February 2025 in PubMed and SPORTDiscus to identify cohort-based studies using the FMS to predict upper extremity injuries in youth and collegiate baseball players in this rapid review. Given the distinct injury risks from growth and workload, the methodological quality of the articles was appraised systematically to summarize the findings and identify any potential bias risks.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Of 172 screened articles, only 11 were included, limiting statistical power and representativeness. One article (n = 1) revealed that FMS predicts upper extremity injuries (high school-level study), and several investigations reported that corrective exercises increased FMS scores. However, the bulk of evidence on FMS benefits for youth/college baseball athletes, comprising nine articles (n = 9), found that the FMS was unable to predict injuries, required further research, or failed to specifically answer the PICO question.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>There is a lack of evidence supporting the use of FMS to predict upper extremity injuries in youth and collegiate baseball players, but it might be a useful tool for improving patterns. Further research is warranted to evaluate the efficacy of FMS for screening assessments in baseball players.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 382-390"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145736874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Bibliometric mapping of the use of taping in the control of post-surgical edema","authors":"Raquel Michelini Guerero,&nbsp;Catarina Clapis Zordão,&nbsp;Elaine Caldeira de Oliveira Guirro","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.016","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.016","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>The use of taping techniques for the control of postoperative edema has gained prominence in physiotherapy and medical specialties such as vascular, orthopedic, and plastic surgery.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to map and analyze the international scientific production related to the use of taping for edema control, identifying research trends, main contributors, and gaps in knowledge.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A bibliometric study was carried out using the <em>Web of Science</em> database. Searches were performed using the terms <em>Kinesiotaping</em>, <em>Bandaging</em>, <em>Kinesiology taping</em>, covering the period from 2000 to 2024. Data were exported and analyzed through <em>HistCite</em> and <em>VOS viewer</em> software to assess publication trends, citation networks, authorship, countries, journals, and keywords.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 1031 articles were identified, of which 563 met the inclusion criteria for relevance. The findings revealed a progressive increase in publications over the last decade, with higher contributions from the United States, Brazil, and South Korea. The most cited studies addressed the physiological effects of taping on lymphatic flow and tissue pressure regulation.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The proposed bibliometric model enabled the identification of research patterns, key authors, and thematic clusters related to taping and edema management. The analysis highlights the growing scientific interest in the topic and the need for more clinical trials to consolidate evidence in postoperative applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 435-441"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145736742","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Impact of Graded Physical Exercise on Aerobic fitness, Endurance and health related functional outcomes among cancer patients: A Systematic Review","authors":"Abhishek Sharma ,&nbsp;Aksh Chahal ,&nbsp;Sathvik B. Sridhar ,&nbsp;Richa Hirendra Rai ,&nbsp;Bartosz Maciej Wójcik ,&nbsp;Krishna Reddy Vajrala ,&nbsp;Mohammad Sidiq ,&nbsp;Nidhi Sharma","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.053","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.053","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Cancer is a chronic condition characterized by the unregulated proliferation of cells due to genetic mutations. While chemotherapy is the primary treatment option, it offers both advantages and drawbacks. Due to a lack of physical strength, patients encounter challenges in carrying out everyday tasks during their hospitalization and in the period following their discharge. Consequently, individuals who have survived cancer are engaging in structured physical exercises with the goal of enhancing muscle strength and enhancing their overall well-being. To examine the impact aerobic capacity on endurance, fatigue, depression, sleep quality, physical function, and pain in cancer patients<strong>.</strong></div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A Systematic literature review was conducted by searching PubMed, MEDLINE, Cochrane, and the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) for articles using English descriptors indexed in the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and Health Sciences Descriptors (DeCS). Included articles were published between 2012 and 2022.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 27 articles involving 2467 cancer survivors were analyzed. Eight key parameters related to health-related quality of life were assessed. The findings demonstrated that physical activity had a positive influence on the following aspects in cancer survivors: Aerobic capacity, Endurance, Fatigue, Depression, Sleep quality, Pain, Physical function, Emotional function.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This Systematic literature review reveals that graded physical exercises play a vital role in improving the overall health and well-being of cancer survivors. Engaging in physical activity not only enhances physical health but also contributes to mental stabilization, ultimately enhancing the health-related quality of life in cancer survivors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 212-226"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145571301","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Level of agreement with common low back pain misconceptions among students in DPT and nursing programs, and other non-healthcare undergraduate majors: An observational study","authors":"Mehrdad Bahramian PT, DPT ,&nbsp;Don Walsh PT, DPT, MS, OCS ,&nbsp;Ehsan Sinaei PT, MS","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.11.024","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.11.024","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Low back pain (LBP) is a major global health challenge that significantly affects adults worldwide, imposing considerable socio-economic burdens. For physical therapy education, understanding and correcting misconceptions about LBP is vital for developing effective treatment strategies.</div></div><div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This study aims to investigate the prevalence of LBP misconceptions among students across various academic disciplines in the United States, including DPT, Nursing, and undergraduate programs, addressing how these misconceptions could affect future clinical practices.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The study sampled 320 students from DPT, Nursing, and various undergraduate programs within the United States, using convenience sampling for selection. This cross-sectional observational study was conducted using an electronic survey to assess LBP misconceptions. The survey included Likert scale responses to 10 statements on LBP myths. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were used for data analysis.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The findings revealed significant misconceptions about LBP across all student groups, with notable disparities among disciplines. DPT students displayed a relatively lower agreement with misconceptions compared to nursing and other undergraduate students. Myths regarding the necessity of scans for diagnosis, the efficacy of aggressive treatments, and beliefs about the causation of LBP were prevalent. Nursing students showed the highest agreement with the myth that LBP will persist and worsen over time.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Misconceptions about LBP are widespread among students in health-related and general academic programs, highlighting a notable gap between current educational content and evidence-based practice. This study underscores the need for curriculum reforms and targeted educational interventions to dispel myths about LBP.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 536-541"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145789817","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of proprioceptive insoles and acupuncture on muscle flexibility in healthy women: Feasibility randomized pilot trial","authors":"Fabiano Henrique Justino ,&nbsp;Adriana Teresa Silva Santos ,&nbsp;Paulo Octávio de Oliveira Silvestre ,&nbsp;Josie Resende Torres da Silva ,&nbsp;Denise Hollanda Iunes ,&nbsp;Andréia Maria Silva Vilela Terra","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.023","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.12.023","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to evaluate the effects of systemic acupuncture combined with proprioceptive insoles on muscle flexibility, as well as to assess the feasibility, retention, and acceptability of these techniques in women.</div></div><div><h3>Design</h3><div>A randomized controlled feasibility trial. Setting: Human Performance Research Laboratory.</div></div><div><h3>Participants</h3><div>The sample comprised 21 women who were randomly assigned to three groups: the control group (CG; n = 8), the insole group (IG; n = 9), and the insole plus acupuncture group (IAG; n = 8). Main outcome Measures: Recruitment rate, retention rate, acceptability rate, and flexibility tests (fingertip-to-floor and sit-and-reach tests) were assessed. Between-group comparisons were performed using appropriate statistical tests to identify differences in flexibility outcomes.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The recruitment rate was 34.9 %, the retention rate was 83.3 %, and the acceptability rate was 94.4 %. Preliminary results indicated a significant increase in sit-and-reach test scores (p = 0.009) for the IG and IAG compared with the CG.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>This feasibility study demonstrated that combining proprioceptive insoles with systemic acupuncture is acceptable, well-tolerated, and feasible to implement among women. Preliminary trends suggest potential benefits for muscle flexibility.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 570-577"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145789931","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Power output using two load schemes for jump squat in young rowers","authors":"Gabriel de Moraes Siqueira,&nbsp;Iris Camargo,&nbsp;Fabricio Boscolo Del Vecchio","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.049","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.049","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>In rowing, strength and power contribute to determining competitive performance in distances of 500 m and 2,000 m.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>In this regard, the aim of the present study was to compare the strength and power output in the Jump Squat (JS) using two load parameterization schemes (40 % of body mass [BM] and 40 % of 1 repetition maximum [RM] of the squat) in young rowers. Materials and methods: Five repetitions were performed with maximum effort and 10-s pauses between each JS. Inferential analysis included multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), and the significance level adopted was 5 %.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>As results, differences were observed between conditions in peak (40 %1RM = 573.28 ± 170.47 N; 40 %BM = 449.48 ± 62.38 N; p &lt; 0.001) and mean force (40 %1RM = 383.20 ± 107.91 N; 40 %BM = 295.09 ± 28.60 N; p &lt; 0.001), absolute (40 %1RM = 878.77 ± 294.39 W; 40 %BM = 743.28 ± 194.15 W; p = 0.01) and relative (40 %1RM = 12.00 ± 3.43 W/kg; 40 %BM = 10.18 ± 2.14 W/kg; p &lt; 0.001) peak power, as well as absolute (40 %1RM = 328.08 ± 123.21 W; 40 %BM = 278.43 ± 72.88 W; p = 0.02) and relative (40 %1RM = 4.48 ± 1.46 W/kg; 40 %BM = 3.82 ± 0.82 W/kg; p = 0.01) mean power, with higher values for the 40 %1RM condition. Loads of 40 % of BM were associated with greater amplitude and speed compared to 40 %1RM.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>These findings suggest that, for young rowers, using loads relative to 1RM optimizes strength and power output in the JS. In practical terms, if the goal is greater development of the force portion of the Force-Velocity curve, the use of 40 %1RM should be considered.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 36-42"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145468422","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Quality of life, physical activity levels, exercise capacity, and chronotropic incompetence in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus","authors":"Ayşenur Sarısakaloğlu ,&nbsp;Meral Boşnak Güçlü ,&nbsp;Meriç Coşkun ,&nbsp;Füsun Baloş Torüner","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.046","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.046","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Hyperglycemia in Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) leads to endothelial and vascular dysfunction, affecting various bodily functions, including psychological well-being, exercise capacity, and pulmonary function. This study investigates the impact of T1DM on quality of life, physical activity, exercise capacity, chronotropic response, pulmonary function, muscle strength, endurance, fatigue, and dyspnea.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>In a cross-sectional study, 27 patients with T1DM and 26 healthy controls were compared. Quality of life World Health Organization (WHO) index, physical activity (metabolic holter), maximal exercise capacity (incremental shuttle walking test (ISWT)), chronotropic incompetence, pulmonary function (spirometer), muscle strength (dynamometer), respiratory muscle strength (mouth pressure device) and endurance (threshold loading test), fatigue (Fatigue Severity scale (FSS)), dyspnea (modified Medical Research Council scale (MMRC)) were evaluated.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>WHO index, physical activity levels, chronotropic index, pulmonary function, MIP, MEP, respiratory muscle endurance, FSS, and MMRC scores were similar between groups (p &gt; 0.05). ISWT distance was clinically decreased in patients (p &gt; 0.05). Quadriceps femoris muscle strength was reduced in patients (p &lt; 0.05). 76 % of T1DM patients were inactive based on step counts, and 100 % were less active according to MET values. Also, 11.53 % exhibited chronotropic incompetence, 61.53 % reported severe fatigue, and 15.38 % experienced dyspnea.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Maximal exercise capacity decreased clinically in patients with T1DM, while respiratory muscle strength, endurance, and quality of life remain preserved. Muscle strength declines, with 28 % showing restrictive pulmonary function abnormalities. Thus, directing T1DM patients to exercise training and providing physical activity counseling are recommended.</div></div><div><h3>Clinical trials number</h3><div>NCT04819815, 2022-03-22.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 49-57"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145468946","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cardiopulmonary exercise testing with elastic resistance for determining ventilatory thresholds and maximal oxygen uptake in middle-aged adults","authors":"Zirlei Vidal Soares ,&nbsp;Victor Hugo Gasparini Neto ,&nbsp;Alana Kock Ferreguetti Costa ,&nbsp;Lenice Brum ,&nbsp;Letícia Nascimento dos Santos Neves ,&nbsp;Ricardo Augusto Barbieri ,&nbsp;Richard Diego Leite ,&nbsp;Luciana Carletti","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.11.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.11.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To investigate the physiological and perceptual responses to the cardiopulmonary exercise test with elastic resistance (CPxEL), using the traditional treadmill cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPx) as the standard reference.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Twenty-seven physically active adults (57 ± 7 years; both sexes) performed two maximal cardiopulmonary exercise tests in randomized order, seven days apart: treadmill CPx and CPxEL involving back-and-forth movements against elastic resistance. Cardiorespiratory variables, heart rate, and ratings of perceived exertion (central and peripheral) were assessed. A verification phase was performed to confirm maximal physiological responses.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>At the first ventilatory threshold (VT1), CPxEL showed higher oxygen uptake (<span><math><mrow><mover><mi>V</mi><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></math></span> O₂) (15.8 ± 3.0 vs 12.7 ± 3.3 ml kg⁻¹·min⁻¹; P = 0.02) and heart rate (HR) (115 ± 12 vs 105 ± 11 bpm; P = 0.01). At the second ventilatory threshold (VT2), peripheral effort was greater for CPxEL (Z = −2.38; P = 0.02). At maximal effort, the respiratory exchange ratio (RER) was higher in the CPx (P &lt; 0.05), and peripheral exertion remained higher in CPxEL (Z = −1.97; P = 0.05).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>CPxEL is a feasible method for identifying ventilatory thresholds and <span><math><mrow><mover><mi>V</mi><mo>˙</mo></mover></mrow></math></span>O₂max, and may be applied to prescribing aerobic exercise with elastic resistance in middle-aged adults. However, it elicits distinct physiological and perceptual responses compared with the CPx and the two protocols should not be used interchangeably. Further studies are needed to confirm the accuracy and safety of CPxEL in different clinical populations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 157-167"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145521010","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Aquatic vs. hopping exercises: A novel comparison of their impacts on motor and sensorimotor rehabilitation in chronic ankle instability","authors":"Zahra Shahsanaei,&nbsp;Sajad Bagherian,&nbsp;Banafsheh Mohammadi","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.039","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.10.039","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is a common condition characterized by recurrent instability, reduced proprioception, and impaired balance, increasing the risk of further injuries. While various rehabilitation strategies exist, evidence comparing the efficacy of aquatic and hopping exercises in improving motor and sensorimotor functions in individuals with CAI remains limited. This study aimed to address this gap.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>In this quasi-experimental study, 53 women with unilateral CAI were allocated to control (n = 18), aquatic exercise (n = 17), or hopping exercise (n = 18) groups. Interventions lasted six weeks (three sessions/week, 45 min/session). Motor function (Fusionetics Scoring System: overhead and single-leg squats), dynamic balance (Y-Balance Test), static balance (Balance Error Scoring System), and proprioception (goniometric evaluation) were assessed pre- and post-intervention. Mixed-design ANOVA and Bonferroni post-hoc tests analyzed within- and between-group differences.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Both interventions significantly improved all outcomes compared to the control group (P &lt; 0.05). Proprioceptive errors in dorsiflexion and plantarflexion decreased by 19.69 % and 25.54 % (aquatic) and 24.62 % and 26.67 % (hopping). Dynamic balance improved by 4.39 % (aquatic) and 7.44 % (hopping). Hopping exercises showed superior benefits in single-leg squat performance (P &lt; 0.05).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Both exercise modalities effectively enhance motor and sensorimotor functions in individuals with CAI. Hopping exercises demonstrated greater improvements in dynamic balance and motor control, making them particularly beneficial for athletes or advanced rehabilitation stages. Future studies should explore long-term outcomes and diverse populations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"46 ","pages":"Pages 99-108"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145521013","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}