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{"title":"Examining the use of props to assist undergraduates in developing a sustainable yoga practice","authors":"Shiva Jahani,&nbsp;Steve Haberlin,&nbsp;Yanet Roig Ralls,&nbsp;Terrie Bradshaw","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.014","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.014","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>While shown to have physical and mental benefits, yoga practice can be challenging and result in injury. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is no known study conducted on the use of props to aid college students in learning yoga, including more difficult poses. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of using props involving three poses on overall satisfaction and sustainability of practice.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>Quasi-experimental study was conducted with 220 undergraduate students in physical education courses at a research-intensive university. Data were collected on participants’ experiences performing three yoga poses with and without prop assistance over two semesters.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>There were significant impacts in participants’ reporting the benefit of using props for moderately difficult poses (t 3.793 = , P = 0.001) and more difficult poses (t 2.876 = , P = 0.002), but no significant difference for when they utilized props for a less demanding pose. An outcome of overall satisfaction, a change in variance (0.355), can be explained by the use of the props with three poses.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Prop usage aided participants with more difficult poses that required additional balance and flexibility and contributed to the overall satisfaction and sustainability of practice.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 147-152"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144904492","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":"Comparison of hybrid guided home-based and outpatient rehabilitation in patients with chronic low back pain: A randomized controlled trial","authors":"Filip Dosbaba ,&nbsp;Vojtech Senkyr ,&nbsp;Daniela Vlazna ,&nbsp;Jitka Minarikova ,&nbsp;Marketa Nevelikova ,&nbsp;Michaela Sladeckova ,&nbsp;Peter Krkoska ,&nbsp;Blanka Adamová ,&nbsp;Jing Jing Su ,&nbsp;Ladislav Batalik","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.009","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a leading cause of disability globally, often requiring multidisciplinary management. Hybrid rehabilitation models, combining home-based exercises with telemonitoring and periodic check-ins, may offer improved outcomes and adherence compared to standard outpatient care.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To evaluate the effectiveness of a hybrid guided home-based rehabilitation (HGHR) compared to standard outpatient rehabilitation (SOR) in patients with CLBP.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 56 participants assigned to a HGHR or a SOR group. Both groups completed an 18-week intervention with seven scheduled physiotherapy sessions. The HGHR group performed structured home-based exercises supported by weekly phone monitoring and in-person check-ins, while the SOR group attended traditional supervised outpatient sessions. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, after the 18-week intervention, and at the end of a 24-week follow-up period (week 42 in total).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>At 42 weeks, the HGHR group demonstrated significantly greater improvements in trunk extensor endurance (mean difference: +34.3 s; p = 0.009; Hedges' g = 0.688) and pain reduction (mean difference: 1.67 points; p = 0.001; Hedges’ g = 0.910) compared to the SOR group. No significant between-group differences were found in disability or most SF-36 quality of life domains. Adherence exceeded 89 % in both groups, with no serious adverse events reported.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Hybrid guided home-based rehabilitation is effective in improving trunk endurance and reducing pain in patients with CLBP. These benefits were maintained up to 24 weeks post-intervention. Future research should explore long-term cost-effectiveness and integration of psychological support to further enhance outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 110-118"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144889268","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":"The impact of CrossFit on low back pain","authors":"Carla Sánchez-Romero ,&nbsp;Ignacio Miranda ,&nbsp;Francisco J. Miranda","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.013","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.013","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>The primary objective of this study was to compare the presence of low back pain in individuals who practice CrossFit and in sedentary individuals. Secondary objectives: 1) To determine whether the practice of CrossFit may be a risk factor for low back pain or, on the contrary, a protective factor; 2) To evaluate the protective or risk factors for low back pain associated with the practice of CrossFit.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This is an observational, analytical, cross-sectional study. An online questionnaire was distributed with general questions about low back pain and the Oswestry and Roland-Morris questionnaires. 379 responses were collected: 223 CrossFit practitioners and 156 sedentary individuals.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Individuals who engaged in CrossFit training exhibited a significantly lower prevalence of low back pain compared to those who were sedentary (41 % vs 69 %). They also experienced less disability, with better scores on the Oswestry and Roland-Morris questionnaires and less severe pain on the numerical scale. Athletes had fewer annual episodes than sedentary individuals (3 vs 14) and less pain at rest. Individuals who engaged in CrossFit training without the supervision of a trainer were more likely to require additional treatment for their low back pain, in addition to medication.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>It can be concluded that individuals engaged in CrossFit training may be afforded greater protection against low back pain than those who lead sedentary lifestyles. It seems that participation in CrossFit without the supervision of a trainer may result in an increased severity of low back pain.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 127-133"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144889266","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":"Core stability training to optimize physical performance in soccer: Scoping review on intervention protocols","authors":"Sebastián Rodríguez ,&nbsp;Edgar Debray Hernández-Álvarez ,&nbsp;Catalina León-Prieto","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Identify, analyze and synthesize core stability training protocols used in soccer players.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Scoping review conducted according to Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines and reported according to the PRISMA extension for scoping reviews. A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Bireme was conducted from database inception through November 15, 2024, employing a strategy designed to identify studies that will employ core stability training in soccer players. Two reviewers conducted article screening on the Rayyan platform in two phases: review of titles and abstracts, and full-text evaluation. Data extraction followed an independent, blinded approach, and the results were synthesized in a descriptive way.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Of 2965 articles identified, 42 studies were selected after a rigorous screening process. These included 19 randomized clinical trials (45.23 %), 19 nonrandomized trials (45.23 %), three case series (7.14 %) and one randomized crossover trial (2.38 %). The studies involved 1233 soccer players aged 9–30 years. Six studies were published in Q1 journals, four in Q2, one in Q3, five in Q4, and 25 in non-indexed or de-indexed journals. The training protocols included static, dynamic and combined exercises, with durations of 3–12 weeks and frequencies of 2–5 sessions per week.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This review is pioneering in synthesizing core stability programs in soccer players, highlighting the predominance of clinical trials and providing a solid background for future systematic reviews and meta-analyses, facilitating future understanding of the effects of core stability training in soccer players.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 418-430"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145104326","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":"Examining the evidence implementation environment of the massage therapy profession in Australia: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Matthew J. Leach","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>The extent to which contextual factors influence evidence implementation (EI) in massage therapy practice has been largely overlooked in prior studies. This research addresses this knowledge gap by examining the complex milieu of the massage therapy (MT) profession to establish its readiness for EI; specifically, the Australian context given its unique regulatory and education landscape.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Students, clinicians, academics, administrators, directors and managers, residing in Australia, were informed of the cross-sectional study using myriad recruitment strategies. Eligible individuals were invited to self-administer the validated 44-item Global Assessment of the Evidence Implementation Environment (GENIE) questionnaire online.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>299 respondents completed the GENIE questionnaire (60.2 % female; 58.2 % aged &lt;50 years). Most respondents reported uncertainty or disagreement for 24 of the 34 indicators of EI readiness in MT. Of the three environments examined, the regulatory environment was considered least ready for EI in MT overall (57.2 % believed this sector was ready for EI), followed by the academic environment (60.5 % believed this sector was ready) and clinical environment (76.3 % believed this sector was ready).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study identifies several opportunities for strengthening the Australian MT profession's readiness for EI, especially across the regulatory and academic sectors. The findings highlight the need for targeted strategies, including investment in research engagement (e.g. research mentorship), capacity building (e.g. EI training) and evidence dissemination, to foster stronger connections between sectors and improve the adoption of evidence-based practices. These strategies would support improvements in patient outcomes and quality of care, and enhance the credibility of the profession.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 134-140"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144889267","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":"Effect of yoga on selected performance metrics and mental health of track and field athletes: A systematic review","authors":"Deepshikha Singh ,&nbsp;Sheetal Kalra ,&nbsp;Miraj Mohammad ,&nbsp;Jitender Munjal ,&nbsp;Mohammad Danish ,&nbsp;Puneeta Ajmera","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Success in track and field requires both physical and emotional resilience. While traditional training emphasizes physical development, yoga is gaining attention for enhancing both physical and mental performance. By combining postures, breathing, and mindfulness, yoga supports flexibility, balance, mental clarity, and overall well-being.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This review evaluates the effects of yoga on performance in track and field athletes, focusing on strength, balance, flexibility, stress, anxiety, and overall athletic quality of life.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>Following PRISMA guidelines and registration with the Open Science Framework, a systematic review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. Studies from the past ten years were included if they assessed yoga-based interventions in track and field athletes. Quality was assessed with the Downs &amp; Black Scale and the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool, indicating fair methodological quality.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Yoga led to moderate strength gains and significant improvements in flexibility and balance. It also supported mental health through mindfulness and reduced anxiety. Some studies reported improved quality of life and reduced burnout, though others found little impact on stress or performance. Interventions ranged from 2 to 4 sessions weekly over 8–15 weeks. Variation in design and duration affected outcomes, underscoring the need for standardized protocols.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Yoga offers a holistic approach to athlete health and performance, enhancing physical abilities and emotional resilience. While it shows promise, more research is needed to confirm long-term benefits and refine intervention methods.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 199-205"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144922564","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":"Cycling and low back pain: A large cross-sectional study on prevalence and risk factors","authors":"Andrei Pereira Pernambuco ,&nbsp;Izabely Arantes Santos ,&nbsp;Laura Fonseca Vaz do Amaral ,&nbsp;Miguel Victor Silva Sousa ,&nbsp;Arthur Breda de Melo Passos ,&nbsp;Gustavo Cardoso Vieira ,&nbsp;Marcelo Rocha de Morais ,&nbsp;José Carlos Leal","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Cycling is a widely practiced sport; however, its high biomechanical demands can lead to musculoskeletal complaints, particularly low back pain (LBP). Factors such as posture, cycling discipline, and individual characteristics may influence this condition.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To assess the prevalence of LBP among cyclists who sought professional Bike Fit services and examine its association with sociodemographic and sports-related factors, including age, body mass, body mass index (BMI), and cycling discipline.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study employed a cross-sectional, observational, and retrospective design, analyzing data from 1521 cyclists (37.6 ± 9.2 years, ranging from 12 to 81 years), attended by 15 professional Bike Fitters. Data were collected through electronic forms and analyzed statistically using Pearson's chi-square test, Cramer's V, Spearman's correlation, Cohen's d, and logistic regression analysis.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>LBP was reported by 29.2 % of the cyclists. Significant associations were observed between LBP occurrence and cycling discipline (p ≤ 0.01, Cramer's V = 0.107), age (p ≤ 0.01, Cohen's d = −0.157), and body mass (p = 0.03, Cohen's d = −0.174). These three variables were the only ones retained in the regression model explaining LBP in cyclists.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Younger cyclists, those with higher body mass, and MTB practitioners were more likely to report LBP. Although effect sizes were small, these findings may help identify higher-risk profiles and support clinical decisions in Bike Fit and rehabilitation contexts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 141-146"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144895005","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":"Resistance training performed in the fasted state compared to the fed state on body composition and strength in adults: A systematic review with meta-analysis","authors":"Alexandra Ferreira Vieira,&nbsp;Eduarda Blanco-Rambo,&nbsp;Rodrigo Cauduro Oliveira Macedo,&nbsp;Eduardo Lusa Cadore","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Fasting has been used as a strategy to promote reduction in body fat and enhance adaptations to physical training, but there is no consensus in the literature regarding the effects of resistance training when sessions are performed while fasting. The aim was to systematically review the effects of resistance training performed in the fasted state on body composition and physical performance.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>We included clinical trials that comparing resistance training performed in fasted state <em>versus</em> fed state on fat free mass, body fat mass, muscle hypertrophy and strength in adults. The search was performed using databases, gray literature and manual search. Methodological quality was assessed using the risk of bias tool for randomized trials. The pooled effect estimates were computed from the standardized mean difference and the 95 % confidence interval using random effects models.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Four studies were included, three of which were assessed as having high risk of bias. No significant differences were found between fasted and fed states in fat free mass (SMD: 0.529; 95 % CI: −0.801 to 1.859; p = 0.436), muscle hypertrophy (SMD: 0.645; 95 % CI: −0.753 to 2.042; p = 0.366), or strength (SMD: 0.415; 95 % CI: −0.399 to 1.228; p = 0.318). However, the fasted state was associated with greater changes in body fat mass (SMD: −1.001; 95 % CI: −1.970 to −0.032; p = 0.043).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Resistance training performed in fasted and fed states appears to have similar effects on body composition, muscle hypertrophy and strength, particularly when sessions follow an overnight fast.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 99-109"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144866429","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 resistance and agility training on fall risk in patients with osteoporosis – A comparative study”","authors":"Bansi Savaliya ,&nbsp;Arvind Kumar","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.05.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.05.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Context</h3><div>Osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes the bones to become less mineralized and brittle. Fractures may result from bone thinning, particularly in the wrist, hip, and spine.</div></div><div><h3>Aim</h3><div>The goal of the current study was to contrast the effects of resistance training and agility training on individuals with osteoporosis' risk of falling.</div></div><div><h3>Settings</h3><div>and Design: A comparative study was conducted at the Venus Institute of Physiotherapy Outpatient department.</div></div><div><h3>Subjects</h3><div>and Methods: 45 patients with osteoporosis were enrolled in the trial and randomly split into two groups. For eight weeks, or three sessions per week, Group A received resistance training, and Group B received agility training. Both the Timed Up and Go test (TUG) and the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) were used to assess fall risk prior to and during therapy.</div><div>Statistical Evaluation <em>t</em>-test analysis was performed using the Windows version 20 of the SPSS program. We estimated the mean and standard deviation. Statistical significance was set at P 0.05.</div></div><div><h3>Result</h3><div>A total of 40 participants—20 from Group A and 20 from Group B—completed the study. Both groups showed a statistically significant decrease in fall risk for the TUG test (P0.05) and BBS score (P0.05). Compared to the agility training group, resistance training reduced the risk of falling more.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>According to the study, an 8-week resistance training program reduces the chance of falling more effectively than an agility training program.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 93-98"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144866394","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":"Effectiveness of respiratory proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on pulmonary function and other health-related parameters in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A systematic review","authors":"Irene-Chrysovalanto Themistocleous,&nbsp;Andria Andreou,&nbsp;Chrysovalanti Plaiti,&nbsp;Stelios Hadjisavvas,&nbsp;Elena Papamichael,&nbsp;Christina Michailidou,&nbsp;Michalis A. Efstathiou,&nbsp;Manos Stefanakis","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.08.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects the pulmonary system and leads to various symptoms. Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is used in.</div><div>rehabilitation, however its application in pulmonary rehabilitation is limited.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>The primary aim was to investigate the effects of PNF on pulmonary function in.</div></div><div><h3>Individuals with copd</h3><div>The secondary aim was to investigate its effects on any other COPD.</div><div>health-related parameter.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The protocol of the review was registered in Prospero (CRD 42024526280). Databases were searched up to June 10, 2024, for related studies that investigated the effects of PNF in any COPD health-related parameter. The inclusion criteria were set based on a population, intervention, comparison, outcome and study framework. The studies risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized clinical trials.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Eight (8) studies satisfied the inclusion criteria and demonstrated significant improvements in pulmonary function parameters post intervention across all studies. The walking distance, exertion, dyspnoea and chest expansion improved significantly. In addition, range of motion, the impact of disease on quality-of-life and physiological parameters improved significantly following PNF but between-group analysis demonstrated that the improvements were not significantly different between PNF-group and the comparator group. Finally, the majority of the studies had high risk of bias.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This systematic review demonstrated that PNF techniques can be applied in this clinical population and improve several health-related parameters within the group. However, due to the limited number of included studies, the high risk of bias and the differences among the interventions the results are mixed and lack consistency. These findings should be interpreted with caution because the results are constrained not only by the reasons mentioned above, but also due to the co-interventions and the absence of mechanistic data.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"45 ","pages":"Pages 83-92"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144829423","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}