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ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the effects of exercise therapies such as aerobic exercise (CAE), Tai Chi (TC), Baduanjin (BDJ), resistance training (RE), Wuqinxi (WQX), yoga (YG), and rehabilitation training (RT) on...

Depression represents a significant global public health problem, negatively affecting patients’ quality of life and social functioning. Despite the increasing availability of effective pharmacological and psychotherap...

Abstract Background Basketball is one of the most popular sports. In basketball, the energy demand from several combinations of aerobic and anaerobic sports in which athletes need physical fitness, explosive power, agili...

Abstract Background To evaluate the efficacy of an Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) program in improving kinesiophobia, exercise adherence, pain intensity, lumbar function, and spinal alignment paramete...

Background. Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed malignancy in women worldwide. Advances in oncologic therapy have markedly improved survival, yet chemotherapy and other treatments produce adverse effects such ...

BackgroundExercise therapy is the first-line treatment for postpartum stress urinary incontinence (PSUI); however, the optimal regimen remains unclear.ObjectiveThis study aimed to compare the effects of different exercis...

Abstract Background Inspiratory muscle training combined with positive expiratory pressure (IMT/PEP) may improve outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but evidence in exacerbation‑prone (Group E) di...

This study explored the perceived barriers and enablers to participation in Immersion Therapy, a novel water-based intervention for people living with disability.

Background. Photobiomodulation (PBM) has gained attention as a potential non-invasive strategy to enhance muscle recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage. However, its effectiveness remains inconsistent across ...

Background: Musculoskeletal injuries are highly prevalent among military students, and exercise therapy is widely used for both the prevention and rehabilitation of such injuries. This study aimed to examine the effects ...

Abstract To compare the clinical outcomes of information and communications technology (ICT)-based home exercise programs using the exercise therapy platform (ETP™) with traditional handout-based programs for treating ...

Abstract Background Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a common musculoskeletal symptom associated with spinal disorders, impairing quality of life while imposing significant medical and socioeconomic burdens. Traditional l...

Urological dysfunctions, such as post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence, chronic pelvic pain syndrome and overactive bladder, constitute a significant clinical problem in men. Pelvic floor muscle physiotherapy is curren...

Abstract Background Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a prevalent disorder of gut-brain interaction in which psychosocial factors can exacerbate symptoms. Although cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has proven effective ...

Background. Fibromyalgia, as a multidimensional syndrome, requires interventions that target multiple aspects of the disease simultaneously. This complexity underscores the importance of non-pharmacological strategies ai...

Cervical radiculopathy is a common condition that typically occurs as a result of nerve root or roots compression and inflammation in the region of the neural foramen. The encroachment normally causes neck and radiating ...

Sports Physiotherapy is a specialised area of practice requiring specific competencies and standards to be met. The initial Sports Physiotherapy Competencies and Standards at the international level were first developed ...

Roberto Vera-Uribe,1 Rodrigo Torres-Castro,1 Matías Otto-Yáñez2 1Department of Physical Therapy, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile; 2Health, Functionality, and Physical Activity Resear...

Introduction: Among stroke survivors, psychiatric complications such as post-stroke depression (PSD) are common, affecting about a third of stroke survivors. Antidepressant therapy is regarded as the preferred approach f...

Introduction:Orthopedic and musculoskeletal pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and many patients continue to experience suboptimal relief despite advances in pharmacological and physical therapies. Magnetic...

Background: Shoulder pathologies are common causes of pain and functional limitation, often requiring physiotherapeutic interventions. Evidence comparing the effectiveness of manual therapy and exercise-based approaches...

Background: Glenohumeral osteoarthritis (GHOA) is a common cause of impaired lifestyle, quality of life, and emotional well-being. Despite its frequency, there is insufficient evidence to recommend specific management st...