Objective To systematically review the literature for efficacy of isolated articular mobilization
techniques in patients with primary adhesive capsulitis (AC) of the shoulder. Data Sources …

Background Static stretching has been demonstrated to improve the health of older adults.
One of its goals is to decrease passive stiffness of the muscle–tendon unit (MTU) and/or …

Thermal therapy is an effective physical treatment method for arthritis, stiff muscles, joint
injuries, and injuries to the deep tissue of skin. Stretchable or even wearable electric heaters …

Objectives The purpose of this study was to compare the duration of high-intensity static
stretching on flexibility and strength in the hamstrings. Methods Fourteen healthy males …

Health care spending in the United States continues to grow at an unsustainable rate. In
2015, spending increased 5.8%, to reach 3.2trillion,or 9,990 per person. As a share of the …

There were 126 coaches using static or dynamic stretching, while 12 coaches did not.
Thirtynine coaches used only static stretching, 10 coaches used only dynamic stretching …

Background Technological innovations have allowed the use of miniature apparatus that
can easily control and program heat and cold stimulations using Peltier elements. The …

Physical modalities are tools that can be used to complement a patient's rehabilitation
treatment plan through the use of thermal, sound, electrical, and light energy. They can be …

[Purpose] This study aimed to clarify the immediate effects of a combined transcutaneous
electrical nerve stimulation and stretching protocol.[Subjects] Fifteen healthy young males …

Recent years have seen a rapid increase in the level of sophistication in modern day
devices which has given rise to the demand for better performance in all of their …