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. [...]
The Effect of Specific Sling Exercises on the Functional Movement Screen Score in Adolescent Volleyball Players: A Preliminary Study.
The existing data indicate that the result of the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) test influences the likelihood of subsequent injury in professional athletes. Therefore, exercises increasing test scores of the [...]
The Effects of Trunk Stabilization Exercises using a Sling on Motor Development and Balance in Infant with Development Disability
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate differences in trunk muscle activity after 4 weeks of trunk stabilization exercises performed under expiration and inspiration conditions. Subjects and Methods: [...]
Instantaneous changes in respiratory function induced by passive pelvic suspension in the supine position in relation to increased diaphragm excursion.
Purpose: This study aimed to introduce an approach of pelvic suspension (PS) using sling cords and to obtain evidence for changes in respiratory function of healthy subjects. Subjects and Methods: [...]
Effects of sling exercise on postural sway in post-stroke patients
Purpose: To examine the effects of sling exercise on the balance of post-stroke patients. Subjects and Methods: A total of 18 post-stroke patients (13 men; mean age, 55.3 years) were [...]
An analysis on muscle tone and stiffness of posterior cervical region during sling and plinth on static prone position
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to quantitatively analyze changes in muscle tone and stiffness in the posterior cervical region of individuals in a static prone position in a [...]
Effects of eccentric control exercise for wrist extensor and shoulder stabilization exercise on the pain and functions of tennis elbow
Purpose: This study aimed to conduct experiments to examine the effects of wrist eccentric control exercise or shoulder stabilization exercises after a basic direct treatment of the elbow in the [...]
Neck Posture Case Study
3D Body Scan Assessment Shows Immediate Improvement In Neck Posture After Neurac® Treatment. Patient and physical therapist at Postureworks in Los Angeles explain the benefits of combining 3D [...]
The effect of regular exercise on absenteeism due to illness. Results of an intervention study.
The background for this prospective not-randomized study was to evaluate if regular training can reduce sick leave for employees having musculoskeletal problems. 33 employees (14 women / 19 men) in [...]
Pilot project – Active rehabilitation and training of the elderly. Implemented 2000 – 2001
Summary Nordisk Terapi AS, SINTEF Health Research, selected key professionals and three municipalities, Arendal, Bærum and Lunner, have carried out the pilot project “Active rehabilitation and training of elderly people”. [...]
Effects of sling exercise therapy on balance, mobility, activities of daily living, quality of life and shoulder pain in stroke patients: a randomized controlled trial
Introduction: In recent years, researchers have focused their attention on the application of sling exercise therapy in stroke rehabilitation, but results have been inconsistent. The aim of this trial was [...]
