“What Medicines Do You Take?” – Medication Influence in Older Adult Musculoskeletal Care
By Janis Henricksen, PT, DPT, Sc.D., COMT, CEEAA; Brad Allen, PT, Sc.D., CHT, COMT; Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, Sc.D., OCS, FAAOMPT; Matthew D. Geddie, OTR, Ph.D., MBA Address correspondence to Janis Henricksen, Plano, TX. Email: janis.henricksen@gmail.com The presence...
Nordic Hamstring Exercise Reduces Hamstring Injury Prevalence, Recurrence, and Severity in Soccer Players
Elerian AE, El-Sayyad MM, Dorgham HAA. Effect of pre-training and post-training on Nordic exercise on hamstring injury prevention, recurrence, and severity in soccer players. Ann Rehabil Med. 2019;43(4):465-473. Abstracted by Kimberly Ennis PT, DPT, ScD, OCS, COMT...
Identifying shoulder adhesive capsulitis stages in order to create an appropriate plan of care: A Case Report
Kasey Miller, PT, DPT, COMT Kansas City, Missouri Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship program, Lubbock, Texas Abstract: A 49-year-old female body builder with an 8-month history of persisting right shoulder pain and stiffness was...
Sensori-motor control training needed in patients with chronic neck pain
Blomgren J, Strandell E, Jull G, Vikman I, Röijezon U. Effects of deep cervical flexor training on impaired physiological functions associated with chronic neck pain: a systematic review. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2018;19:415. Abstracted by: Brent Denny, DPT, ScD,...
Deep Dry Needling May Be More Effective In Treating Spine-Related Pain Than Superficial Dry Needling – Systematic Review
Griswold D, Wilhelm M, Donaldson M, Learman K, Cleland J. The effectiveness of superficial versus deep dry needling or acupuncture for reducing pain and disability in individuals with spine-related painful conditions: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Journal of...
Recovery From a First-Time Lateral Ankle Sprain and the Predictors of Chronic Ankle Instability: A Prospective Cohort Analysis
Doherty C, Bleakley C, Caulfield B, Ryan J, Delahunt E. (2016). The American Journal of Sports Medicin;, 20(10); 1–9 Summary by: Vincent Parisi SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri The purpose for this review is to determine the window of treatment...
Immediate and Short-term Effects of Thoracic Spine Manipulation in Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Young IA, Pozzi F, Dunning J, Linkonis, Michener LA. (2019). Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy; 49(5): 299–309 Article Summary: by Kellie Stringer SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO. The goal of this multicenter, randomized controlled...
Limb symmetry indexes can overestimate knee function after anterior cruciate ligament injury
Wellsandt E, Failla MJ, Snyder-Mackler L. (2017) Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy; 47(5): 334–338 Abstracted by Adam Schwent SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO Background: The reoccurrence of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries...
Use of Pain Neuroscience on Patients with Adhesive Capsulitis
Sawyer EE, McDevitt AW, Louw A, Puentedura EJ, Mintken PE. (2018). Use of Pain Neuroscience Education, Tactile Discrimination, and Graded Motor Imagery in an Individual with Frozen Shoulder. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy; 48(3): 174–184. ...
Tibiofemoral joint mobilization in the successful management of patellofemoral pain syndrome: A case report
Lantz JM, Emerson-Kavchak AJ, Mischke JJ, Courtney CA (2016). The International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy; 11(3): 450-461. Summarized by: Courtney Van Dreese SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO Background: Patellofemoral pain syndrome...
Posterosuperior glenoid internal impingement of the shoulder in the overhead athlete: Pathogenesis, clinical features, and MR imagining findings
Fessa, K. C., Linklater, J., Peduto, A., & Tirman, P. (2015). Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Oncology, 59, 182-187. Summary by: Nate Turner SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Posterosuperior glenoid internal impingement (PGII)...
Association between lumbopelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction in women: A cross sectional study
Dufour, S., Forget, M., Vandyken, B., Vandyken, C. (2018). Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 34, 47-53. Abstracted by: Samantha Bennett SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Low back pain a common and debilitating injury that is the number one...
Rehabilitation of the Overhead Throwing Athlete: There is More to It Than Just External Rotation/Internal Rotation Strengthening
Kevin E. Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA, Christopher A. Arrigo, MS, PT, ATC, Todd R. Hooks, PT, AT, OCS, SCS, NREMT-1, CSCS, CMTPT, FAAOMPT, James R. Andrews, MD Summarized by Kaytlyn Wells SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO. The purpose of this article is...
Response to: Mounting Evidence Refutes Long Held Prescribed Intervention of the Concave/Convex Rule in both the Shoulder and the Knee
Showalter, C. (2019, September 5). Mounting Evidence Refutes Long Held Prescribed Intervention of the Concave/Convex Rule in both the Shoulder and the Knee. Retrieved from https://www.ozpt.com/research_commentary.php Abstracted by: Chris Morse, ATC, SPT, Missouri...
Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy versus placebo surgery for a degenerative meniscus tear: a 2-year follow-up of the randomized controlled trial
Järvinen T, Sihvonen R, Paavola M, Malmivaara A, Itälä A, Joukainen A, Kalske J (2017). Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy vs Sham Surgery for Degenerative Meniscus Tear. Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery, 30(6). Article Summary by Jade...
Manual therapy and eccentric exercise in the management of Achilles tendinopathy
Jayaseelan, D. J., Kecman, M., Alcorn, D., & Sault, J. D. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 2017; 25(2), 106-114. Abstracted by Victoria White SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO Article summary: Achilles tendinopathy (AT) can be a...
Applying an active lumbopelvic control strategy during lumbar extension exercises: Effect on muscle recruitment patterns of the lumbopelvic region
Oosterwijck J, Ridder E, Vleeming A, Vanderstraeten G, Schouppe S, Danneels L. Applying an active lumbopelvic control strategy during lumbar extension exercises: Effect on muscle recruitment patterns of the lumbopelvic region. Human Movement Science. 2017;54:24-33....
Neurodynamic Mobilization & Initial Motor Control Exercises In Discopathies With Radiculopathy
Effects of Adding a Neurodynamic Mobilization to Motor Control Training in Patients with Lumbar Radiculopathy due to Disc Herniation: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Plaza-Manzano G, et al. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 Sep 5. [Epub ahead of print] Abstracted by: Brent...
Altered trunk muscle recruitment patterns during lifting in individuals in remission from low back pain
Suehiro T, Ishida H, Kobara K, Osaka H, Watanabe S. Altered trunk muscle recruitment patterns during lifting in individuals in remission from recurrent low back pain. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2018;39:128-133. Abstracted by Matthew Pugliese PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT...
Thoracic Disk Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment
Vanichkachorn, JS and Vaccaro, AR. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2000; 8: 159-169 Abstracted by Kasey Miller PT, DPT, COMT Kansas City, Missouri – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship...
Manual Therapy and stretching improve function and range of motion following ankle sprain but not neuromotor control
Reference: Feldbrugge CM, Pathoomvanh MM, Powden CJ, Hoch MC. Joint mobilization and static stretching for individuals with chronic ankle instability: A pilot study. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2019; 23(1): 194-201. Abstracted by: Ryan Lasley PT, MPT, AT/L, COMT, NASM-CES/PES,...
Hip joint mobilization force matters to restore motion in patients with stiff osteoarthrotic hips
Reference: Estébanez-de-Miguel E, Fortún-Agud M, Jimenez-Del-Barrio S, Caudevilla-Polo S, Bueno-Gracia E, Tricás-Moreno JM. Comparison of high, medium and low mobilization forces for increasing range of motion in patients with hip osteoarthritis: a randomized...
Pain on the Plantar Surface of the Foot: Review Article
Gutteck N, Schilde S, Delank KS. Dtsch Arztebl Int 2019; 116: 83-8. Abstracted by Kasey Miller PT, DPT, COMT Kansas City, Missouri – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship program ...
Pooping and Pelvic Health
By: Dr. Sneha Gazi, PT, DPT Sneha Physical Therapy Let’s face it people. A bowel movement (BM) has the ability to make or break your day. Am I right, or am I right? Everyone has experienced a bad time on the toilet. You might have had to strain for 30...
New perspectives on dry needling following a medical model: are we screening our patients sufficiently?
Gary Kearns, César Fernández-De-Las-Peñas, Jean-Michel Brismée, Josué Gan & Jacqueline Doidge (2019): New perspectives on dry needling following a medical model: are we screening our patients sufficiently?, Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, DOI:...
A Story about Peeing and Pelvic Rehab
By Dr. Sneha Gazi PT, DPT - snehaphysicaltherapy.com "Peeing" My Story. Fully admitting this to the world today... I used to pee my pants as a kid when I laughed too hard. My friends and family made it a joke (they still do… ugh!). And then, in college, I would...
Joint Mobilizations and manipulations assist in the recovery of lateral elbow tendinopathy
Reference: Ducado, AM, Dale RB, Vincent J, Day JM. Do joint mobilizations assist in the recovery of lateral elbow tendinopathy? A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Hand Ther. 2018; 1-14. Abstracted by: Ryan Lasley PT, MPT, AT/L, COMT, NASM-CES/PES, Phoenix, AZ –...
The Effect of Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Patients With Lumbar Radiculopathy- A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Satpute K, Hall T, Bisen R, Lokhande P. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2019;100:828-36. Abstracted by Kasey Miller PT, DPT, COMT Kansas City, Missouri – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship...
June is Headache Awareness Month – #getptfirst
By Denise Schneider PT MPT FAAOMPT COMT ATC Stephanie M. is a high school student who was being treated at the Doctors of Physical Therapy - Schaumburg clinic for her headaches. When asked Stephanie how PT helped her, she explained that physical therapy was a life...
Immediate effects of cervical mobilisations on global perceived effect, movement associated pain and neck kinematics in patients with non-specific neck pain. A double-blind placebo randomized controlled trial
Lascurain-Aguirrebeña I, Newham DJ, Casado-Zumeta X, Lertxundi A, Critchley DJ. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice 2018:38 (83-90). Abstracted by Kasey Miller PT, DPT, COMT Kansas City, Missouri - Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel...
Abstract: The comparative effects of upper thoracic spine thrust manipulation techniques in individuals with subacromial pain syndrome – a randomized clinical trial.
Reference: Grimes JK Puentedura E, Cheng MS, Seitz AL. The comparative effects of upper thoracic spine thrust manipulation techniques in individuals with subacromial pain syndrome – a randomized clinical trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2019; Mar 12:1-28. Abstracted...
Abstract: Cyriax’s deep friction massage application parameters: Evidence from a cross-sectional study with physiotherapists
Chaves P, Simoes D, Paco M, Pinho F, Duarte J, Ribeiro F. Cyriax’s deep friction massage application parameters: Evidence from a cross-sectional study with physiotherapists. Musculoskel Sci Pract. 2017;32:92-97. Abstracted by: Elizabeth Sargent, PT, ScD, OCS, COMT,...
Physical Therapy International Service – Spain Edition
Imagine you could go to another country, help a group of people who have never had physical therapy (PT) services in their life, and simultaneously learn new clinical skills from students and physical therapists from around the country. Serving and learning. That’s...
MASTER CLINICIAN STORYTELLER – EPISODE 16
Let's peek into an IAOM-US Education Committee meeting and talk about Sensorimotor Control and Volitional Preemptive Abdominal Contraction.
3 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help Manage Headaches
Headaches affect 47% of the global population and are described by the type and location of pain in the head. Many headaches are harmless and resolve gradually. However, more frequent moderate to severe headaches can impact your ability to do daily activities and...
Evaluation of Mulligan’s Technique for Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder
Doner G, Guven Z, Atalay A, Celiker R. J Rehabil Med 2013;45:87-91 Abstracted by Zac Hershberger SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield Missouri Article Summary: This article evaluated the effectiveness of Mulligan’s technique for adhesive capsulitis of the...
Temporomandibular Joint Arthroplasty, Physical Therapy and Motor Control Retraining: A Case Report
Sherwin R1,2, Brismée JM2,3 1 Melanie Massey Physical Therapy, West Monroe, LA, USA 2 International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine – United States, Tucson, Arizona, USA. 3 Center for Rehabilitation Research, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock,...
Physical Therapy as a Conservative Treatment for a Proximal Biceps Long Head Rupture: A Case Study
David Smith, SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Study Design: Case Study Objective: To describe the use of conservative treatment of a proximal long head of the biceps (LHB) tendon rupture for a patient preferring to forego surgery. Background: The...
A Comparison of Two Manual Physical Therapy Approaches and Electrotherapy Modalities for Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Three Arm Clinical Trial
A Comparison of Two Manual Physical Therapy Approaches and Electrotherapy Modalities for Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Three Arm Clinical Trial Ebru, K. M., Ercin, E., Ozdincler, A. R., Ones, N., (2018). Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 34(8),...
Early physical therapy vs usual care in patients with recent-onset low back pain: A randomized clinical trial
Fritz, J. M., Magel, J. S., McFadden, M., Asche, C., Thackeray, A., Meier, W., & Brennan, G. (2015). JAMA, 314(14), 1459-1467. Abstracted by: Heather O’Dell SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri This study included 220 participants with acute low...
Hip-Waist Extension Stiffness Syndrome in an Adolescent with Lumbar Disc Protrusions: A Case Report
Russell Hanks PT1 Valerie Phelps PT, ScD1,2 Jean-Michel Brismée PT, ScD2,3 1Advanced Physical Therapy Alaska, Anchorage, AK. 2International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine-US, Tucson, AZ. 3Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Center for Rehabilitation...
Dry Needling: A Modality to Treat Trigger Points
By: Vincent Parisi SPT & Gretchen Stein SPT. Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Reviewed by Rich Maas PT, DPT, OCS, COMT Dry needling is a technique used by physical therapists to decrease pain and improve function caused by musculoskeletal pain and...
Is One Better Than The Other?: A Randomized Clinical Trial of Manual Therapy for Patients with Chronic Neck Pain
Perez HI, Perez JL, Martinez AG, et al. Manual Therapy. 2014;19:215-21 Abstracted by: Shawn Artz SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Manual therapy of the cervical spine presents several challenges to practitioners as the cervical spine demonstrates...
Treating Suspected Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment with Iontopatch Iontophoresis: A Case Report
Joshua Reed, SPT and Rich Maas PT, DPT, OCS, COMT Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri ABSTRACT OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this case report is to describe a patient with suspected suprascapular nerve entrapment with its findings and associated deficits, in...
Differential diagnosis and conservative management of thoracic intervertebral disc and rib conditions: A case report with 5-month follow up
Sargent E1,2, Brismée JM2,3, Apte G2,3 1 Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont, USA. 2 International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine – United States, Tucson, Arizona, USA. 3 Center for Rehabilitation Research, Texas Tech...
Upper thoracic spine mobilization and mobility exercise versus upper cervical spine mobilization and stabilization exercise in individuals with forward head posture: A randomized clinical trial.
Cho J, Lee E, Lee S. Upper thoracic spine mobilization and mobility exercise versus upper cervical spine mobilization and stabilization exercise in individuals with forward head posture: A randomized clinical trial. BMC Musculoskel Dis. 2017;18:525. Abstracted by:...
The effect of additional joint mobilization on neuromuscular performance in individuals with functional ankle instability
Shih YF, Yu HT, Chen WY, Liao KK, Lin HC, Yang YR. The effect of additional joint mobilization on neuromuscular performance in individuals with functional ankle instability. Phys Ther Sport. 2018; 30:22-28. Abstracted by: Elizabeth Sargent, PT, ScD, OCS, COMT,...
Comparison of 2 lumbar manual therapies on temporal summation of pain in healthy volunteers
Penza C, Horn M, George S, Bishop M. Comparison of 2 lumbar manual therapies on temporal summation of pain in healthy volunteers. J Pain. 2017;18(11):1397-1408. Abstracted by: Elizabeth Sargent, PT, ScD, OCS, COMT, Burlington, VT – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US...
Rheumatoid Arthritis Affecting the Upper Cervical Spine: Biomechanical Assessment of the Stabilizing Ligaments
Meyer C, Bredow J, Heising E, Eysel P, Müller LP, Stein G. Rheumatoid Arthritis Affecting the Upper Cervical Spine: Biomechanical Assessment of the Stabilizing Ligaments. Biomed Res Int. 2017;2017:1-7. Abstracted by: Rebecca Sherwin, PT, COMT, West Monroe, LA –...
Rehabilitation of Acromioclavicular Joint Separations: Operative and Nonoperative Considerations
Cote, M. et al., Clinical Sports Medicine 29 (2010) pp. 213-228. Abstracted by: Russell Hanks, PT, COMT, Anchorage, AK — Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship program....
Treating Lateral Knee Pain in an Adolescent Female Volleyball Player with the Epi-Sport Epicondylitis Clasp: A Case Report
Michael Taylor, SPT and Rich Maas PT, DPT, OCS, COMT Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri OBJECTIVES: To describe the approach of physical therapy intervention on a patient who is suffering from a non-traumatic clinical instability of the tibiofibular...
Complex kinematics of the wrist? Child’s Play!
Jamie Bergner, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, COMT Have you ever wondered how the carpal bones and ligaments of the wrist can withstand so much force with daily activities? Consider what you might observe if you are on a playground! You might see children doing handstands, walking...
Clinical Commentary – Categories of Muscle Pain Part 1 Introduction
Valerie Phelps, PT ScD OCS FAAOMPT and Vicente Mauri-Stecca, PT ScD COMT Myofascial pain can be complicated to assess, however specific pain generator(s) can often be identified clinically. Classification according to specific characteristics facilitates the...
The First Step in Dealing with the Difficult Patient
Communication. Conversation. We do it every day. It’s an integral part of the human experience. On the surface, it seems simple. So simple, in fact, that we don’t often actually think about it. But in reality, communication between two people is a very complex...
Cannot Supinate? Range of Motion Problem OR Proximal Radioulnar Joint Problem?
We believe that what we do defines who we are – and who we are defines what we do. Sometimes injuries get in the way, and it is my job to collaborate with the patient to identify the obstacle. With careful listening, patients often reveal the problem.
Debating the value of manipulative therapy and our understanding of sources of success?
Steve Karas, Paul Mintken & Jean-Michel Brismée (2018) We need to debate the value of manipulative therapy and recognize that we do not always understand from what to attribute our success, Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 26:1, 1-2,...
Can Neck Exercises Enhance The Activation Of The Semispinalis Cervicis Relative To The Splenius Capitus At Specific Spinal Levels?
Schomacher, J. et al., Manual Therapy (2015), http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.math.2015.04.010. Abstracted by: Russell Hanks, PT, COMT, Anchorage, AK — Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US...
Fibular Malalignment in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability
Kobayashi T, Suzuki E, Yamazaki N, et al. Fibular malalignment in individuals with chronic ankle instability. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2014;44(11):872-878. Abstracted by: Rebecca Sherwin, PT, COMT, West Monroe, LA – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program...
Daily Exercises and Education for Preventing Low Back Pain in Children: Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
Hill JJ, Keating JL, Physical Therapy Journal, 95 (2015) 507–516. Abstracted by: Russell Hanks, PT, COMT, Anchorage, AK — Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship program. This...
The prevalence of osteoarthritis of the sternoclavicular joint on computed tomography
Abstracted by: Dale Gerke, PT, ScD, COMT, Mequon, Wisconsin — Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, Fellowship Director, IAOM-US Fellowship Program. Lawrence CR, East B, Rashid A, Tytherleigh-Strong GM. The prevalence of...
Evaluation of Hip Internal and External Rotation Range of Motion as an Injury Risk Factor for Hip, Abdominal and Groin Injuries in Professional Baseball Players
Abstracted by: Jacob Hangen, SPT at Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Li, X., Ma, R., Zhou, H., Thompson, M., Dawson, C., Nguyen, J., & Coleman, S. (2015, October 1). Orthopedic Reviews, 7(6142), 111-115. doi:10.4081/or.2015.6142 The authors of...
Clinical Pearl – Use a stabilization belt to help mobilize a stiff elbow
EFFECT OF STERNOCLAVICULAR JOINT MOBILIZATION ON PAIN AND FUNCTION IN A PATIENT WITH MASSIVE SUPRASPINATUS TEAR
Mischke, J., Emerson Kaychak, A., & Courtney, C. (2016). Physiotherapy Theory & Practice, 32(2), 153-158. Abstracted by: Erica Campbell, SPT, Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri Rotator cuff tears are a common and debilitating injury which are...
The Effectiveness of Cupping Therapy on Relieving Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Lee-Mei Chi, Li-Mei Lin, Chien-Lin Chen, Shu-Fang Wang, Hui-Ling Lai, and Tai-Chu Peng. (2016). Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 1-7. Article Summary by Isaac Ervin, MS, SPT from Missouri State University, Springfield, MO The goal of this...
CLINICAL PEARL Dizziness with Neck Pain
Becky Sherwin MPT, COMT The vast majority of my caseload consists of patients with spinal impairments, and most of these are patients with neck pain. Many of these people have been in motor vehicle accidents and have complaints of headaches and dizziness....
The Reliability of the Cervical Relocation Test on People with and Without a History of Neck Pain
Burke S, Lynch K, Moghul Z, Young C, Saviola K, Schenk R. The reliability of the cervical relocation test on people with and without a history of neck pain. J Man Manip Ther. 2016;24(4):210-214. Abstracted by: Rebecca Sherwin, PT, COMT, West Monroe, LA – Fellowship...
What’s wrong with this picture?
By Theresa Parry OTR MS CHT COMT This is an example of a midcarpal joint dorsal intercalated segment instability (DISI). Note how the moon-shaped lunate in facing in a dorsal direction. Also, notice the arthritic changes taking place on the dorsal lip of the lunate...
How do I know if I am dealing with a tendinopathy or a tenosynovitis?
By Theresa Parry OTR, CHT, COMT We hear so many different words when it comes to tendon issues. Tendonitis, tendinosis, tendinopathy, tenosynovitis….. So, what means what? And why do we care? Tendinopathy is a term used to encompass all issues with the tendon proper....
Restoring External Rotation in the Shoulder
By Dustin Silhan, PT, ScD, COMT When we look at our shoulder patient population, whether we are dealing with the post-op case, adhesive capsulitis, or other cases where we have capsular restrictions, external rotation (specifically at 90 degrees abduction) is often...
Kinematics of fast cervical rotations in persons with chronic neck pain: a cross-sectional and reliability study
Roijezon U, Djupsjobacka M, Bjorklund M, et al. Kinematics of fast cervical rotations in persons with chronic neck pain: a cross-sectional and reliability study. BMC Musculoskel Dis. 2010; 11:222. Abstracted by Kevin Browne ScD TTUHSC While sensorimotor deficits...
Two different courses of impaired cervical kinaesthesia following a whiplash injury. A one-year prospective study
Oddskottir GL, Kistjansson E. Two different courses of impaired cervical kinaesthesia following a whiplash injury. A one-year prospective study. Manual Therapy. doi:10.1016/j.math.2011.08.009. Abstracted by Kevin Browne ScD TTUHSC It is thought that kinaesthesia in...
Management of a patient with acute acetabular labral tear and femoral acetabular impingement with intra-articular steroid injection and a neuromotor training program
Narveson, JR, Haberl, MD, Grabowski, PJ. Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2016. Abstracted by: Paige Koebbe, SPT at Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri. This study was done to investigate conservative treatment methods for patients...
Ligamentum teres tears and femoroacetabular impingement: prevalence and preoperative findings
Chahla J, Soares EA, Devitt BM, Peixoto LP, Goljan P, Briggs KK, Philippon MJ. (2016). Ligamentum teres tears and femoroacetabular impingement: prevalence and preoperative findings. Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, 32(7): 1293-1297...
Patellofemoral joint biomechanics in the females with anterior knee pain applying full weight bearing kinematic MRI
Brazaitis, A., Tamošiūnas, A., & Tutkuvienė, J. (2015). Acta Medica Lituanica, 22(1), 47-53. Abstract by: Rachael Meusborn, SPT at Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri. This intra-subject comparison study aimed to determine if females with unilateral...
What’s so cool about the IAOM-US upper extremity track?
Have you been wondering? Well, let me help you out with that. My name is Amy Houchens and I am an instructor with the IAOM-US upper extremity track. I am a PT, CHT and found my first course with this group online. I saw who the instructors were and had already...
Upper cervical and upper thoracic manipulation versus mobilization and exercise in patients with cervicogenic headache: a multi-center randomized clinical trial
Dunning JR, Butts R, Mourad F, Young I, Fernandez-de-las Peñas C, Hagins M, Stanislawski T, Donley J, Buck D, Hooks TR, Cleland JA. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 201;17(64). doi: 10.1186/s12891-016-0912-3 Abstracted by: Kristen Fisher, SPT from Missouri State...
What’s all the fuss about dart thrower’s motion?
By Theresa Parry OTR, CHT, COMT If you have been present in the hand therapy literature world as of late, you can’t help but notice all the hype about dart thrower's motion (DTM). So, what is it and how can we use it in the clinic?! DTM is the movement that occurs...
Patient Essentials: We have the time
By Dustin Silhan PT ScD COMT This is a saying we like to use in the clinic where I work - a hospital-based outpatient facility. The concept attempts to place the focus on service to the patient, making them the focal point, and taking the extra step to go above and...
What’s the best treatment for my patient?
By Amy Hay Azevedo PT ScD COMT As physical therapists, all of us share a common purpose. We want our patients to achieve their goals. This is what drives us to learn more about various pathologies and treatment techniques. This is why we watch videos on YouTube,...
Comparison Between Effectiveness of Mechanical and Manual Traction Combined with Mobilization and Exercise Therapy in Patients with Cervical Radiculopathy.
Bukhari, Shakil-ur-Rehamn, Ahmad & Naeem. Pakistan Journal Of Medical Sciences, 32(1), 31-34. Article summary by Sierra Wooley, SPT from Missouri State University, Springfield, MO Impingement of a cervical nerve root that causes radiating neurological symptoms is...
What Every Patient Needs – Part 1
The chronic pain client can be a challenge to treat even for the most knowledgeable clinician. To this day, not only the patient, but also the providers are asking the questions 1) which is the best approach to treating the chronic pain patient: physical therapy or...
Abstract: Clustered clinical findings for diagnosis of cervical spine myelopathy
Cook C, Brown C, Isaacs R, Roman M, Davis S, Richardson W. J Man Manip Ther. 2010;18(4):175-80. Abstracted by: Rebecca Sherwin, PT, COMT, West Monroe, LA – Fellowship Candidate, IAOM-US Fellowship Program & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, IAOM-US Fellowship Program...
SPT Abstract: Effects of Low‐Intensity Walk Training With Restricted Leg Blood Flow on Muscle Strength and Aerobic Capacity in Older Adults
Abe, T., PhD, Sakmaki, M., PhD, Fujita, S., PhD, Ozaki, H., Sugaya, M., Sato, Y., MD, PhD, & Nakajima, T., MD, PhD. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 33(1), 34-40. January, 2010. Article summary by Al Tentler, SPT from Missouri State University, Springfield,...
Study: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for spinal pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Here is another interesting study related to prescribing NSAIDs for spinal pain despite there being no practical evidence that they work. Abstract Background While it is now clear that paracetamol is ineffective for spinal pain, there is not consensus on the efficacy...
SPT Abstract – PILATES IMPROVES PAIN, FUNCTION AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Pilates helps people with low back pain.
SPT Abstract – CERVICOTHORACIC MANUAL THERAPY PLUS EXERCISE VERSUS EXERCISE THERAPY ALONE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH SHOULDER PAIN: A MULTICENTER RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Mintken, PE; McDevitt, AW; Cleland, J; Boyles, RE; Beardslee, AR; Burns, SA; Haberl, MD; Hinrichs, LA; Michener, LA. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy. 46(8): 617-628, A1-A8. Abstracted by: John Chatwell, SPT at Missouri State University,...
SPT Abstract – EFFICACY OF MUSCULOSKELETAL MANUAL APPROACH IN THT TREATMENT OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDER: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW WITH META-ANALYSIS
Martins, W. R., Blasczyk, J. C., Oliveira, M. A., Gonçalves, K. F., Bonini-Rocha, A. C., Dugailly, P., & Oliveira, R. J. (2016). Efficacy of musculoskeletal manual approach in the treatment of temporomandibular joint disorder: A systematic review with...
Spt Abstract – THE EFFICACY OF MANUAL THERAPY AND EXERCISE FOR DIFFERENT STAGES OF NON-SPECIFIC LOW BACK PAIN: AN UPDATE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
Hildago B, Detrembleur C, Hall T, Mahaudens P, Nielens H. Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy. 2014;22:59-74 Abstracted by: Chris Frye, SPT from Missouri State University, Springfield, MO This systematic review was performed to further understand and update...
A Physical Therapist Explains Why It’s Important to Choose the Right Con-Ed Path
Kasey Miller DPT, COMT shares why IAOM-US is the best choice for your continuing education I’d like to share with you my story and how much the IAOM-US has helped. I am a recent graduate from Kansas University Medical School and have only been out for 1 year...
SPT Abstract – THE INCREMENTAL EFFECTS OF MANUAL THERAPY OR BOOSTER SESSIONS IN ADDITION TO EXERCISE THERAPY FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL
Abbott, J., Chapple, C., Fitzgerald, G., Fritz, J., Childs, J., Harcombe, H., & Stout, K., JOSPT. 2015; 45(12): 975-983. Article summary by Austin Gibbs SPT, from Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri This randomized clinical trial investigated the...
SPT Abstract – Effects of Group-Based Exercise on Range of Motion, Muscle Strength, Functional Ability, and Pain During the Acute Phase After Total Knee Arthroscopy: A Controlled Clinical Trial
Hiyama, Y., Kamitani, T., Wada, O., Mizuno, K., Yamada, M. (2016) Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 46(9), 742-748. Article summary by Jessica Reid, SPT from Missouri State University, Springfield, MO. Hiyama and colleagues performed a prospective...
SPT Abstract: SONOGRAPHY OF GREATER TROCHANTERIC PAIN SYNDROME AND THE RARITY OF PRIMARY BURSITIS
This retrospective case review of sonographic examinations examined and calculated the prevalence of trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendon abnormalities, and iliotibial band abnormalities in 877 individuals – 602 women and 275 men, with an average age of 54 years- at a single institution over a 6-year period.
EFFICACY OF BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTED LOW-LOAD RESISTANCE TRAINING IN WOMEN WITH RISK FACTORS FOR SYMPTOMATIC KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS
From the IAOM-US Education Committee
Scientific research is showing early strong evidence for gaining muscle strength and hypertrophy by restricting blood flow through cuffs placed on a limb while the subject performs low load resistance training. While this method allows for less load on a joint, this research is done under very controlled environments. The clinician is encouraged to consider health risks that might arise as the method becomes more common. Clinical reasoning would have the clinician looking out for possible adverse effects to include: hypertension and potential blood clots, side effects that might be related to ischemia reperfusion injury, or, for instance, neuropathy from cutaneous nerve compression.
IAOM-US Colleague Q & A – Costotransverse Joint, Costovertebral Joint Testing & Treatment Update
Valerie Phelps PT, ScD, OCS, FAAOMPT, & Jean-Michel Brismée, PT, ScD, OCS, FAAOMPT QUESTION: Does a dysfunction of the costotransverse joint induce a positional (biomechanical) disturbance that can be identified in clinical examination? ANSWER: It is unlikely that...
THE EFFECT OF ASTYM THERAPY ON MUSCLE STRENGTH: A BLINDED, RANDOMIZED, CLINICALLY CONTROLLED TRIAL
Benjamin R. Kivlan, Christopher R. Carcia, F. Richard Clemente, Amy L Phelps and Robroy L. Martin BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 2015, 16(1) 325 Abstracted by: Tyler Daniels, SPT, from Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri IAOM-US Comment: If you are...
A CONTEXTUAL AND LOGICAL ANALYSIS OF THE CLINICAL DOCTORATE FOR HEALTH PRACTIONERS: DILEMMA, DELUSION, OR DEFACT?
Royeen C, Lavin MA. J. Allied Health. 2007; 36:101-106. Abstracted by Tanya Smith PT, ScD, COMT, IAOM-US Fellowship Candidate “The purpose of this commentary is to address some of the common misunderstandings of the clinical doctorate, place the doctorate in context...
Successful Conservative Management of an Adolescent Musician with a Rare Occurrence of True Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Cervical Ribs: A Case Report
Tanya M. Smith PT, ScD1,2, Valerie Phelps PT, ScD 1,2 and Jean-Michel Brismée PT, ScD 2,3 1 Advanced Physical Therapy Alaska, Anchorage, AK. 2 International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine-US, Tucson, AZ. 3 Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Center for...
COMPARISON OF LONGITUDINAL SCIATIC NERVE MOVEMENT WITH DIFFERENT MOBILIZATION EXERCISES: AN IN VIVO STUDY UTILIZING ULTRASOUND IMAGING
Ellis RF, Hing WA, McNair PJ. JOSPT. 2012;42:667-675. Abstracted by Karla Endicott, SPT, from Missouri State University, Springfield, Missouri This research study compared the effect of four different neural mobilization exercises on longitudinal sciatic nerve...