A Pilot Study Comparing Two Manual Therapy Interventions for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Burke, Jeanmarie R.; Buchberger, Dale J.; Carey-Loghmani, M. Terry; Dougherty, Paul; Greco, Douglas S.; Dishman, J. Donald

doi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2006.11.014

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“…There is preliminary evidence that soft tissue techniques may be beneficial for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome 35,36 and with cervical radiculopathy. 20 Burke et al 35 investigated the effects of two different soft tissue mobilization (STM) techniques designed to address soft tissue restrictions in the forearm and hand of patients with carpal tunnel syndrome.…”

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“…20 Burke et al 35 investigated the effects of two different soft tissue mobilization (STM) techniques designed to address soft tissue restrictions in the forearm and hand of patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. Although clinical improvements were not different between them, both manually applied and instrument assisted STM techniques improved pain, range of motion (ROM), nerve conduction latencies, and function.…”

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The immediate effects of soft tissue mobilization versus therapeutic ultrasound for patients with neck and arm pain with evidence of neural mechanosensitivity: a randomized clinical trial

Costello

Puentedura

Cleland

et al. 2016

Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

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Study design: Randomized clinical trial. Objectives: To investigate the immediate effects of soft tissue mobilization (STM) versus therapeutic ultrasound (US) in patients with neck and arm pain who demonstrate neural mechanical sensitivity. Background: While experts have suggested that individuals with neck and arm pain associated with neural tissue mechanical sensitivity may benefit from STM, there has been little research to investigate this hypothesis. Methods: Twenty-three patients with neck and arm pain and a positive upper limb neurodynamic test (ULNT) were randomly assigned to receive STM or therapeutic US during a single session. Outcome measures were collected immediately before and after treatment, and at 2-4 day follow-up. Primary outcomes were the Global Rating of Change (GROC), range of motion (ROM) during the ULNT, and pain rating during the ULNT. Secondary measures included the Neck Disability Index (NDI), Patient-Specific Functional Scale (PSFS), Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), and active range of shoulder abduction motion combined with the wrist neutral or wrist extension. Results: A greater proportion of patients in the STM group reported a significant improvement on the GROC immediately after treatment (P50.003, STM575%, US59%), and at 2-4 day follow-up (P50.027, STM558%, US59%). Patients who received STM demonstrated greater improvements in ROM during ULNT (P50.026), PSFS (P50.007), and shoulder active ROM combined with wrist extension (P50.028). Improvements in Numeric Pain Rating Scale and pain during the ULNT were observed only in the STM group. There was no difference between groups for the NDI or shoulder abduction ROM with wrist neutral. Conclusion: Patients with neck and arm pain demonstrated greater improvements in ULNT ROM, GROC, and PSFS, and pain following STM than after receiving therapeutic US. Level of evidence: Therapy, level 1b.

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The immediate effects of soft tissue mobilization versus therapeutic ultrasound for patients with neck and arm pain with evidence of neural mechanosensitivity: a randomized clinical trial

Costello

Puentedura

Cleland

et al. 2016

Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

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“…Their results suggested that equal improvement in both the IASTM and the control/ massage group. IASTM did not prove to be better than the control groups in these studies 7,8,9,10 .…”

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Effect of IASTM Using M2T Blade on Acute Heel Pain: A Pilot Study

Bulbuli¹

2017

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“…14,27,28 Additional studies have shown clinical efficacy using GT for the treatment of plantar fasciitis, tibialis posterior strain, carpal tunnel syndrome, lumbar compartment syndrome, and trigger thumb. 14,25,[29][30][31] Grade 5 high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulation was applied to the talocrural (ankle mortise) joint in an effort to alleviate perceived restriction of dorsiflexion movement as assessed by motion palpation. [32][33][34][35] Glutebridging exercise, squat movement pattern correction, and triplanar gastrocnemius/soleus stretching were integrated into the patient's treatment protocol to promote normal tissue function and flexibility.…”

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Chiropractic management of pediatric plantar fasciitis: a case report

Daniels

Morrell

2012

Journal of Chiropractic Medicine

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Objective: The purpose of this report is to present the case of a 10-year-old football player with bilateral plantar fasciitis who improved with a multimodal conservative approach using chiropractic treatment. Clinical Features: The patient presented with bilateral plantar heel pain at the origin of the plantar fascia with a duration of 3 weeks. Intervention and Outcome: Treatment was provided for 6 visits over a 6-week period. Chiropractic care consisted of manipulative therapy, soft tissue therapy, and home rehabilitation exercises. The soft tissue technique (Graston Technique) was performed to the origin of the plantar fascia and the triceps surae bilaterally. High-velocity, low-amplitude manipulation was applied to the restricted ankle mortise joint. After 6 treatments, the patient reported resolution of foot pain bilaterally and improvements in activities of daily livings. Three months later, the patient reported no further complications and the absence of pain. Conclusion: This patient with bilateral plantar fasciitis improved after a course of a multimodal treatment approach using chiropractic manipulation and soft tissue therapy in addition to exercise and stretching therapies.

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A Pilot Study Comparing Two Manual Therapy Interventions for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Cited by 110 publications

References 43 publications

The immediate effects of soft tissue mobilization versus therapeutic ultrasound for patients with neck and arm pain with evidence of neural mechanosensitivity: a randomized clinical trial

The immediate effects of soft tissue mobilization versus therapeutic ultrasound for patients with neck and arm pain with evidence of neural mechanosensitivity: a randomized clinical trial

Effect of IASTM Using M2T Blade on Acute Heel Pain: A Pilot Study

Chiropractic management of pediatric plantar fasciitis: a case report

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