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{"title":"Treatment of upper trapezius myofascial trigger points does not influence pain in individuals with shoulder pain: A randomized trial","authors":"Alyssa Conte da Silva,&nbsp;Ana Karoline Nazário,&nbsp;Jéssica Bianca Aily,&nbsp;Stela Marcia Mattiello","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.023","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.023","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Assess whether manual therapy combined with the ischemic compression (IC) technique on myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the upper trapezius has the potential to affect shoulder pain and the quantity of MTrPs in the middle and lower trapezius muscles in individuals experiencing shoulder pain.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Sixty individuals with shoulder pain were randomly assigned to three groups: Mobilization Group (MG, n = 20), underwent joint mobilizations of the shoulder complex; Compression Group (CG, n = 20), received mobilizations combined with IC on the myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) in the upper trapezius; and Placebo Group (PG, n = 20), underwent mobilizations combined with placebo IC. The interventions were administered twice a week for a duration of six weeks. Assessments were conducted at three time points: pre-treatment (week-0), post-treatment (week-6), and after a 1-month follow-up (week-10). Pain levels were evaluated using the Visual Analogue Scale and the number of MTrPs was counted by manual palpation for each muscle portion.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Assessments in week 6 showed decreased pain for all groups (p &lt; 0.05). Moreover, the number of MTrPs of the upper trapezius decreased in the CG and MG (p = 0.05); for the middle trapezius decreases were observed only in the MG and for the lower trapezius decreases only in the CG. At week 10, all groups maintained the post-intervention effects, without differences between groups.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The addition of the IC technique on the upper trapezius MTrPs was able to influence the number of MTrPs of the three portions of the trapezius muscle. The pain decreased in all individuals.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 71-77"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171614","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":"Postural deviation patterns, trunk mobility restriction and spinal musculoskeletal dysfunctions in chronic gastritis","authors":"Flávia Luciana Lôbo Cunha Lima ,&nbsp;Thaynara do Nascimento Paes Barreto ,&nbsp;Thania Maion de Souza Melo ,&nbsp;Maria Lucicleide da Silva ,&nbsp;Mirelly T. Barbosa Assunção ,&nbsp;Geisa Guimarães de Alencar ,&nbsp;Giselia Alves Pontes da Silva ,&nbsp;Gisela Rocha de Siqueira","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.036","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.036","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to compare posture, trunk mobility, and spinal musculoskeletal dysfunctions between adults diagnosed with chronic gastritis and healthy individuals.</div></div><div><h3>Study design</h3><div>Cross-sectional observational study.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A total of 88 participants were included, divided into a gastritis group (GG = 41) and a comparison group (CG = 47). Posture and trunk mobility were assessed using computerized photogrammetry, while spinal musculoskeletal dysfunctions were evaluated using the tenderness, asymmetry, restriction of motion, and tissue texture change (TART) tool. Cohen's <em>d</em> effect sizes were calculated for the Student's <em>t</em>-test, and Phi coefficient (ϕ) and Cramér's V were used for Chi-square tests. Bonferroni correction was applied for multiple comparisons.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The GG showed a significantly higher percentage of left trunk deviation (68.3%; <em>p</em> = 0.005, ϕ = 0.153) and right trunk rotation (80.5%; <em>p</em> = 0.02, V = 0.300) compared to the CG. The GG also exhibited significantly reduced trunk flexion (mean difference = 8.79°, <em>p</em> = 0.013, <em>d</em> = 0.55) and left rotation (mean difference = 7.78°, <em>p</em> = 0.020, <em>d</em> = 0.50) compared to the CG. Additionally, the GG presented greater restrictions in passive mobility to the left for rotation and lateral glide, as well as asymmetry, pain, and increased muscle tension at multiple cervical and thoracic levels, particularly at C3, C4, T8, and T9 (ϕ ranging from 0.27 to 0.68), which remained significant after Bonferroni correction (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The findings suggest that chronic gastritis is associated with compensatory postural adaptations, reduced trunk mobility, and spinal musculoskeletal dysfunctions. These results highlight the potential for visceral disturbances to contribute to biomechanical imbalances, likely due to the viscerosomatic reflex mechanism, reinforcing the need for integrative clinical approaches that address both gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal systems in the management of chronic gastritis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 78-86"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171214","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 multicomponent combinations training on respiratory function in individuals with Parkinson's disease: A randomized clinical trial","authors":"Cristina Dominguez Barretto ,&nbsp;Victor Hugo de Freitas ,&nbsp;Beatriz Santos Miranda ,&nbsp;Matheus Sales ,&nbsp;Cleber Luz Santos ,&nbsp;Érika Pedreira da Fonseca ,&nbsp;Montserrat Grau Pellicer ,&nbsp;Daniel Dominguez-Ferraz","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.029","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.029","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Individuals with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease may experience respiratory impairments. Exercise interventions can be prophylactic, reduce progression, and/or mitigate these problems, improving the patient's quality of life. This study aimed to analyze and compare the effect of two different combinations of multicomponent training on lung function, respiratory muscle strength, and aerobic capacity in individuals with Parkinson's disease.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A randomized clinical trial was conducted. 13 people with a mild to moderate Parkinson's disease diagnosis were randomly assigned to two groups – group 1 (G1) undertook stretching, stationary bicycle, and strength exercises; and G2 undertook stretching, stationary bicycle exercises, inspiratory muscle training, and abdominal exercises. Both groups undertook two 60-min sessions of multicomponent training per week for 12 weeks. Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP), maximal expiratory pressure (MEP), forced vital capacity, forced expiratory volume in 1 s, thoracoabdominal expansion, the 6-min walk test, and the five times sit-to-stand test were measured. The study was approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee, with the consent of all participants.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>We observed effects on MIP and MEP over this time in both groups. Other variables did not present effects for time, group, or interaction.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>12 weeks of training with both combinations of multicomponent training increased respiratory muscle strength in individuals with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 15-22"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171216","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 effect of eight weeks’feedback training program on lower extremity kinematic and performance during jump landing tasks in the men with selected motor control defects","authors":"Mohadeseh Ashrafizadeh ,&nbsp;Ali Asghar Norasteh","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.021","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.021","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction and objective</h3><div>The present study aims to investigate whether eight weeks’ feedback improves the range of motion in lower extremity joints(in the four phases of eccentric, concentric, maximum knee flexion, and landing moment) and performance in the individuals with motor control defects or not.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>The present research is a randomized clinical trial study before and after the intervention. Thirty-four male recreational athletes with movement control defects were selected based on the study criteria and then randomly assigned to a control group and an intervention group. Kinematic and performance data were recorded while the participants performed jump-landing movement tasks in two stages before and after the two-month jump training program. To analyze the data, the two-way analysis of variance and Bonferroni statistical tests were used for each movement task at the significance level of P &lt; 0.05.</div></div><div><h3>Findings</h3><div>There was a significant difference between the values of Reactive Strength Index (RSI) in the intervention and the control groups in drop vertical jumps and countermovement jumps (p = 0.001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The results of the present study indicated that two months' feedback improved the athletes’ kinematic variables and jumping performance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 1-14"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171217","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 immersive and non- immersive virtual reality on anxiety and cognition in Parkinson's disease: A comparative study","authors":"Aline Araujo do Carmo ,&nbsp;Suelen Santos da Silva ,&nbsp;Jerusa Petróvna Resende Lara ,&nbsp;Geovanna Gabrielle de Assis ,&nbsp;Patrícia Azevedo Garcia ,&nbsp;Felipe Augusto dos Santos Mendes","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.019","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.019","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Parkinson's disease (PD) is chronic and progressive, manifested by both motor and non-motor symptoms, such as anxiety. Anxiety occurs in more than 50% of patients. Rehabilitation in PD is more focused on controlling motor symptoms. However, non-motor symptoms affect independence, functionality, and motivation.</div></div><div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>The present study aimed to compare the effects of immersive virtual reality (IVR) and non-immersive virtual reality (NIVR) training on anxiety and cognition in PD patients.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Two VR devices were used: Nintendo Wii (NIVR) and Samsung Gear VR (IVR). A convenience sample of 60 participants was distributed into 3 groups: a no intervention control group (CG) and two training groups (IVR and NIVR). All were evaluated at the baseline (T1), 7 days after (T7), and 30 days after training (T30). The Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), Semantic Verbal Fluency test (VF), and Digits subtest in reverse order (DR) were evaluated. The intervention protocol consisted of 10 sessions, each lasting 1 h, twice a week, for 5 weeks. According to the motor and cognitive requirements of games, 4 games were selected for each VR system. The Friedman test was used for comparing groups at different times (P ≤ 0.05).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The findings revealed a significant decrease in the BAI score in the IVR group (F = 15 217; p &lt; 0.001) between T1 and T7 (and between T1 and T30. No significant differences were found between T7 and T30. No significant differences were found for the cognition variables.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>IVR is a useful and feasible tool for managing anxiety symptoms in patients with PD.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 34-39"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143170804","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":"Protective effects of elastic band training-detraining on Fall risk, power, body composition, and cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A 40-week trial","authors":"Rafael N. Rodrigues ,&nbsp;Guilherme Furtado ,&nbsp;Eduardo Carballeira ,&nbsp;Juan Luís Sánchez-Sánchez ,&nbsp;Álvaro Casas Herrero ,&nbsp;Fernanda M. Silva ,&nbsp;Cidalina Abreu ,&nbsp;Ana Maria Teixeira","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.022","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.022","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Physical inactivity exacerbates muscle function and mass loss, increasing the risk of falls in older adults. Regular exercise can prevent muscle loss, cognitive decline, and comorbidities, potentially reducing fall risk. Given the multifactorial nature of fall risk, a comprehensive assessment is required.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To investigate the effects of a 40-week intervention, including a long-term exercise program (16-weeks), detraining (8-weeks), and retraining (16-weeks), on fall risk and cognitive status in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Participants (≥70 years old) were divided into two groups: Elastic Band Resistance Training (EBRT, n = 22) and a control group with no treatment (n = 20). Cognitive profile, body composition, muscle power, and multifactorial fall risk assessments (Timed Up-and-Go Test (TUG), Falls Efficacy Scale (FES), Fall Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT), and sensorimotor platform) were evaluated at four time points.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Significant correlations between muscle power, fat-free mass, and cognitive status with fall risk assessments were observed at baseline. Both phases of the exercise intervention improved muscle power, body composition, cognitive profile, and fall risk status. The EBRT group showed significant improvements in muscle power (p ≤ 0.01), fall risk (FRAT, p ≤ 0.01), FES (p ≤ 0.05), sensorimotor performance (p ≤ 0.001), TUG (p ≤ 0.001), and cognitive status (MoCA, p ≤ 0.05). Protective effects persisted during the detraining phase.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study highlights significant improvements in fall risk assessment induced by EBRT, demonstrating its protective effects. The findings suggest that EBRT can enhance aspects related to fall risk, offering promising avenues for improving independence and quality of life in older adults prone to falls.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 23-33"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171215","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":"Eight weeks of Pilates Method improves physical fitness and sleep quality of individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome: A randomized clinical trial blinded","authors":"Matheus Santos Gomes Jorge ,&nbsp;Patrik Nepomuceno ,&nbsp;Rodolfo Herberto Schneider ,&nbsp;Lia Mara Wibelinger","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.037","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.037","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>To evaluate the impact of eight weeks of Pilates Method on physical fitness and sleep quality of individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Randomized clinical trial blinded conducted with fifty-nine individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome. The participants were randomly allocated to the Pilates group (PG; n = 20), supervised physical exercise group (SPEG; n = 20) and control group (CG; n = 19). The intervention occurred twice a week for eight weeks in a total of 16 sessions. The primary outcome was distance covered in the 6-min walk test and the secondary outcomes were the profile of the sample, post-exercise fatigue and sleep quality.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>After the intervention, only the PG increased the distance covered in the 6-min walk test (p &lt; 0.001; d = 0.762) and reduced the score on the modified BORG scale after exercise (p &lt; 0.010; d = −0.835) and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (p &lt; 0.005; d = −0.699). Furthermore, the PG covered a greater distance compared to the SPEG in the 6-min walk test [95%CI (26.129–179.770); p &lt; 0.010; d = 1.021] and exhibited a greater reduction in fatigue levels compared to the CG [95%CI (−2.352 to −0.162); p &lt; 0.050; d = 0.919].</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Eight weeks of Pilates Method improve the physical fitness and sleep quality of individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"41 ","pages":"Pages 238-245"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142748272","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":"Clinical indicators for predicting physical activity levels in long-term COVID-19: Insights from physical exertion and oxygen saturation","authors":"Triana Karnadipa ,&nbsp;Aditya Denny Pratama ,&nbsp;Riza Pahlawi ,&nbsp;Mita Noviana ,&nbsp;Chye Wah Yu ,&nbsp;Rezzy Eko Caraka ,&nbsp;Yi Wan","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.031","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.031","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Long COVID-19 syndrome, affecting approximately 80% of adults after SARS-CoV-2 infection, often reduces physical activity due to fatigue and breathing difficulties, leading to impaired physical function and lung capacity. This cross-sectional study examined predictive variables such as physical exertion, heart rate, and oxygen saturation to assess physical activity levels in adults with long COVID-19 syndrome.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We recruited 34 adults aged 19–55 with a COVID-19 history and assigned them to the long-COVID-19 and control group. They were evaluated using the 6-Minute Walk Test, modified Borg Dyspnoea Scale, heart rate, maximum oxygen uptake, and the IPAQ-Short Form for daily physical activity assessment.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The Borg Dyspnoea Scale, maximum oxygen uptake, and resting oxygen saturation emerged as crucial indicators for predicting physical activity levels in post-COVID-19 individuals. Compared to these variables, resting and post-exercise heart rates were statistically insignificant.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Physical exertion and oxygen saturation are potentially crucial predictors of physical activity levels in individuals with persistent post-COVID-19 symptoms. These findings offer valuable insights for managing long COVID-19 syndrome, emphasising the need for tailored interventions to address reduced physical activity levels in affected individuals.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"42 ","pages":"Pages 198-204"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143171163","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 effectiveness of foam rolling with and without vibration and static stretching on range of motion, muscle strength and proprioception of the ankle joint in adults with chronic ankle instability","authors":"Chao-Yen Chen ,&nbsp;Hsien-Kai Hsu ,&nbsp;Nai-Jen Chang","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.026","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.026","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>People with chronic ankle instability (CAI) have insufficient ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (DFROM) and decreases proprioception and muscle strength. Foam roller with and without vibration as a warm-up intervention may have benefits for healthy populations, but the effect on applied to injured individuals is still lacking, especially in CAI. Therefore, we aimed to compare the acute effects of three warm-up interventions, including vibration foam rolling (VR), foam rolling (FR), and static stretching (SS) in adults with CAI.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study was a randomized, counterbalanced crossover trial. Eligible sixteen adults with CAI received all three interventions (VR, FR, and SS) in unilateral CAI leg in a randomized order. Each intervention included 6 sets, 30 s each, targeting the ankle dorsiflexors and plantarflexors, with a 30-s rest time in between. Ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (DFROM), muscle strength, and ankle proprioception were measured before and immediately after each intervention.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>VR significantly improved ankle DFROM and muscle strength by over 30% compared to the pre-intervention, whereas FR improved DFROM by 23.68%, and SS did not improve DFROM. Additionally, VR was more significantly effective than SS in improving ankle DFROM and maximal strength. The ankle joint repositioning error angle did not have significantly different.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Our results suggest that VR and FR interventions may be incorporated into warm-ups for adults with CAI to improve ankle DFROM. Furthermore, VR offers additional benefits in increasing muscle strength, especially compared to SS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"41 ","pages":"Pages 144-151"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142706313","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":"Investigating the impact of various insole applications on balance and postural stability in the elderly","authors":"Başar Öztürk ,&nbsp;Arzu Razak Özdinçler ,&nbsp;Ahmet Koçyiğit ,&nbsp;Begüm Kara Kaya ,&nbsp;Eylül Pınar Kısa","doi":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.024","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.11.024","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>Aging leads to physical and cognitive declines, notably affecting balance and motor skills, making falls a prevalent health concern among the elderly. Falls, a significant health issue among the elderly, often stem from these impairments. This study aims to investigate the impact of different insole materials, specifically cork and silicone, on balance and postural stability in the elderly.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A randomized controlled trial was conducted at the Istanbul Barinyurt Elderly Care Center with 24 participants, divided into two groups to test cork and silicone insoles. Balance parameters, plantar pressure, the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, and the Five Times Sit-to-Stand Test were used as measures. Data analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney U and Wilcoxon tests.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Post-intervention, the cork insole group showed significant improvements in balance, maximum plantar pressure, and functional mobility tests compared to the silicone insole group. While both insoles enhanced certain balance parameters and walking performance, cork insoles proved more effective in key outcomes. Additionally, maximum plantar pressure for the cork insoles group decreased significantly, indicating better pressure distribution and potentially enhanced balance.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Cork insoles are superior to silicone insoles in improving balance and postural stability among the elderly. This study supports using cork insoles as part of fall prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of material properties in orthopedic insole design. Future research should explore long-term effects and integrate insoles with other postural stability methods for comprehensive elderly care.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":51431,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES","volume":"41 ","pages":"Pages 199-205"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142720414","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}