What is Physical Therapy?
The majority of physical therapists are educated to identify, manage and prevent movement-related disorders and pain. Some of them are specialized in cardiothoracic care and intensive care, but that also [...]
First Clinic in the USA to Offer 3D Body Scan
Physical therapy is going through a huge transformation right now - from analog to digital assessment and remote care services. Traditionally, this profession has built a reputation as a hands-on [...]
Painful Knee Without Structural Changes On MRI Benefits From 3D Imaging Of Movement
3D Body Scan image documents deficits in movement quality and shows significant improvement with conservative management.
Digital Movement Assessments
Have you ever noticed in the mirror that your shoulders are tilted, your back is hunched, or your knees are twisted? Do you have muscular pain without knowing why? That endless [...]
Movement Quality has an effect on e-motion and motion.
Follow the Laws of Postureworks We all know that people in pain movement differently. In fact, the term for painful posture is ‘antalgic’ posture. But did you know that the [...]
Effects of Sling Exercise Therapy on Trunk Muscle Activation and Balance in Chronic Hemiplegic Patients.
Abstract: This study aimed to provide fundamental data of core balance training (CBT) on Cobb angle and isokinetic torque and balance in unilateral exercised athletes. Forty-eight subjects were divided by [...]
Effects of Sling Bridge Exercise with Rhythmic Stabilization Technique on Trunk Muscle Endurance and Flexibility in Adolescents with Low Back Pain.
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of general sling-bridge exercise (GSE) and sling bridge exercise with rhythmic stabilization technique (SER) on trunk muscle endurance and flexibility [...]
The Effect of Sling Exercise on Muscular Strength and Range of Motion in Female Patients who Received Total Knee Replacement.
The purpose of study was to compare the effectiveness of sling exercise on the muscle strength and range of motion in female patients who received a total knee replacement. The [...]
The effects of respiratory muscle strengthening exercise using a sling on the amount of respiration.
Objectives. To examine what changes are caused in the activity of the vastus medialis oblique (VMO) and vastus lateralis (VL) at the time of sling-based exercises in patients with patellofemoral [...]
Sling Suspension Therapy Utilization in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
The development of an effective and inexpensive device to restore and enhance the human musculoskeletal functions is of particular interest. Sling exercise therapy (SET) is one of the most effective [...]
Comparison of three different surface plank exercises on core muscle activity
Objective: This study compared the muscle activities of the erector spinae (ES), the external oblique (EO), and the rectus abdominis (RA) on three different surfaces. The purpose of this study [...]
The effect of exercise intervention on frail elderly in need of care: half-day program in a senior daycare service facility specializing in functional training.
Purpose: This study investigated the long-term effect of a half-day exercise intervention program on health-related quality of life, life function, and physical function in frail elderly in need of care. [...]
Effects of Sling Exercise on Flexibility, Balance Ability, Body Form, and Pain in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain.
Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of sling exercise on pain, balance, flexibility, and body form in patients with chronic low back pain (LBP). Design: [...]
Effects of lumbopelvic sling and abdominal drawing-in exercises on lung capacity in healthy adults.
Purpose: To examine the effects of lumbopelvic sling and abdominal drawing-in exercises on the lung capacities of healthy subjects Subjects and Methods: Twenty-nine healthy subjects with no orthopedic history of [...]
The effects of performing a one-legged bridge with hip abduction and use of a sling on trunk and lower extremity muscle activation in healthy adults
Purpose: This study investigated the changes in the muscle activities of the trunk and lower limbs of healthy adults during a one-legged bridge exercise using a sling, and with the [...]
The change of pain and lumbosacral sagittal alignment after sling exercise therapy for patients with chronic low back pain
Purpose: This study was conducted to quantify the effect of sling exercise therapy in the recovery of lumbosacral sagittal alignment (LSA) and in the control of low back pain. [Subjects [...]
Effect of Sling Exercise Training on Balance in Patients with Stroke: A Meta-Analysis
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the effect of sling exercise training (SET) on balance in patients with stroke. Methods: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Ovid LWW, CBM, CNKI, Wan Fang, and [...]
Three-dimensional scapular kinematics during open and closed kinetic chain movements in asymptomatic and symptomatic subjects
The combination of open kinetic chain (OKC) and closed kinetic chain (CKC) exercises is commonly recommended in shoulder rehabilitation, aiming at improving strength and sport-specific performance. This study aimed to [...]
The effect of sling exercise on sagittal lumbosacral angle and intervertebral disc area of chronic low back pain patients.
The purpose of this study was to observe the change of lumbosacral angle and intervertebral disc (IVD) area. The study was conducted on chronic low back pain (CLBP) female patients [...]
An analysis on muscle tone and stiffness during sling exercise on static prone position.
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine changes in the muscle tone and stiffness of the lumbar region while individuals adopted the static prone position using sling suspension. [...]