At The LAB, we’re always learning. Here, you’ll find our research appraisals, opinions, and suggestions on trending topics. So feel free to browse and hopefully learn a thing or two. Scratch that curious itch.
What is the best course of action for shoulder pain caused by subacromial impingement? This article compares exercise alone versus exercise and manual therapy on addressing this particular issue.
Carpometacarpal osteoarthritis are among one of many causes of thumb pain. This randomized controlled trial looks at the benefits of exercise and manual therapy on this problem.
Excessive maternal weight gain and gestational diabetes mellitus are among a number of conditions that can occur during pregnancy. This article looks at a study analyzing the effects of exercise during prenatal care.
Femoroacetabular hip impingement (FAI), best described as a pinching anterior hip pain. This article looks at another means of addressing the problem on top of the standard hip strengthening protocol.
Leaning on your elbows too much can mean bad news, such as the onset of cubital tunnel syndrome. This week, we look at the conservative options available that address this condition.
Plantar fasciitis will affect 10% of the U.S. population. Research may support the use of manual physical therapy techniques when treating this common problem.
Being part of a sitting culture makes forward head posture with associated neck pain is almost inevitable, given the amount of hours we spend in front of a computer, on transportation, or while watching TV. We look at two different approaches towards improving forward head posture and neck pain .
The management of chronic low back pain has always been a popular issue. This article looks at a study comparing different forms of exercise and its impact on low back pain.
We emphasize the importance of scapular stabilization with particular attention to the serratus anterior to treat and/or prevent shoulder impingement syndrome.
Patellofemoral pain is one of many common problems that runners must deal with. A study, however, finds a possible correlation between step rate and the faulty mechanics associated with runner's knee.
While there are many factors that contribute to recurrent ankle sprains, we look into a a systematic review that analyzes the reactive time of the peroneal muscle, a key player in preventing inversion sprains.
Learn which treatment methods work best when dealing with neck pain. Our chosen study highlights the power of combined supervised therapeutic exercise and hands-on manual therapy.
Got tennis elbow? Research shows that physical therapy may be the best-fit short- and long-term treatment option for this annoying condition.
This article looks at a study highlighting the benefits of a multi-modal approach to addressing ankle inversion sprains.