WebLog Journal of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Background: Cervicogenic Headache (CGH) is a symptomatic headache disorder originating from cervical spine musculoskeletal impairment in functional capacity. Complementary investigations, such as Intermittent Neuromuscular Technique (INMT) and nutrition-based interventions, may provide additional clinical benefits.

Objective: To assess and contrast the clinical effectiveness of INMT vs nutritional impairments prioritising nutrient consumption of…

Background: Cervicogenic Headache (CGH) is a symptomatic headache condition. Causing from, cervical segmental dysfunction, suboccipital muscle hypertoxicity and neuromuscular dysfunction. Non-invasive treatment including, physiotherapy, postural education, and pharmacotherapy treatment, is extensively utilizes, however complementary strategies, may improve outcomes. This systematic review assesses the comparative effectiveness, in Intermittent Neuromuscular Technique (INMT)…

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a complex, chronic, multisystem disorder characterized by persistent fatigue, post-exertional malaise, autonomic dysfunction, neuromuscular impairment, and cognitive disturbances. Standard rehabilitation approaches are often poorly tolerated due to symptom exacerbation, highlighting the need for safe, individualized, low-load interventions. Clinical Pilates (CP), emphasizing controlled movement, core stabilization, alignment, and…

Background: Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) rehabilitation literature lacks comprehensive neuromuscular analysis explaining motor control mechanisms underlying elastic resistance training effectiveness. Current evidence emphasizes range of motion and pain outcomes without addressing rotator cuff and scapular stabilizer activation patterns or co-contraction dynamics essential to shoulder stability.

Objective: This randomized…

Background: Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) is prevalent in overhead athletes, particularly volleyball players, contributing to shoulder pain and functional limitation during throwing activities. Theraband-based throwing exercises have demonstrated potential for rotator cuff retraining, yet their efficacy in symptomatic athletes requires rigorous evaluation.

Objectives: This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of…

Background: Respiratory complications are increasingly recognized as significant comorbidities in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, yet their prevalence and clinical characteristics remain inadequately documented in the Indian population.

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence, types, and severity of respiratory complications in CKD patients across different disease stages and to identify the association between kidney…

Background: Pregnancy and childbirth induce profound physiological, hormonal, and biomechanical changes that frequently result in musculoskeletal discomfort, reduced physical fitness, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Evidence suggests that approximately 50-70% of pregnant women experience pregnancy-related musculoskeletal disorders, with lower back pain being the most prevalent. Antenatal and postnatal physiotherapy has emerged as a scientifically supported, cost-effective…

Background: Flat foot is related with modified foot biomechanics, where intrinsic foot muscle weakness and calf muscle tightness, particularly of the soleus muscle are deemed assisting factors. Understanding the relationship between these variables may and in better assessment and rehabilitation strategies for individuals with flatfoot.

Objective: To analyze the relationship between intrinsic foot muscle strength, soleus muscle tightness in…

Background: Prolonged digital device use among college students is increasingly associated with musculoskeletal discomfort, yet comprehensive studies examining ergonomic practices, multitasking behavior, and symptom prevalence remain limited in undergraduate populations.

Objective: This study examined the prevalence of musculoskeletal discomfort and associations with ergonomic practices and digital device multitasking in college…

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common peripheral vestibular disorder and is especially prevalent among older adults. While most cases are idiopathic, secondary BPPV following otitis media has gained increasing recognition. This case report describes a 63-year-old female with bilateral posterior canal BPPV involving mixed mechanisms(Right-sided cupulolithiasis and left-sided canalithiasis) occurring one year after medically treated otitis media. The diagnosis was…