In April 2020 researchers from Brazil published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of dance in the health of adults and elderly individuals. Only seven … Read more
Whilst both Pilates and a muscular exercise improve body composition, Pilates appears to be better at improving the general functional condition of older women, whilst muscular exercise appears better for improving balance
In December 2018 researchers from Spain published the results of their study to assess the the effect of two different training programs on functional autonomy (the ability to perform independently … Read more
Exercise training, in the form of Stott Pilates or underwater knee-resistance exercises, appears to decrease pain, improve range of motion, knee strength, functional capability, and quality of life in children and adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis
In January 2019 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the safety and effectiveness of exercise training for children and adolescents with juvenile … Read more
A life filled with worthwhile activities may promote well-being and healthy aging in the older individual
In January 2019 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess the wider implications of feeling that the things undertaken in one’s life are worthwhile. A … Read more
There appears to be an association between nocturnal leg cramps and a sedentary lifestyle in individuals aged over 60 years
In February 2020 researchers from France and Switzerland published the results of their study to assess the association between nocturnal leg cramps and a sedentary lifestyle among elderly patients. A … Read more
Combining oral paracetamol, ibuprofen and codeine as the initial treatment for pain associated with acute musculoskeletal injuries does not appear to be superior to paracetamol alone for pain reduction at 60 minutes or the need for rescue analgesia
In August 2019 researchers from New Zealand and Australia published the results of their study to compare the use of paracetamol either singly or in combination with ibuprofen and codeine … Read more
Ibuprofen has a good safety profile and appears effective for mild-moderate pain of different origin in children
In February 2019 researchers from Italy published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness and adverse events associated with the use of ibuprofen as a painkiller … Read more
Smartphone use may contribute to the risk of musculoskeletal disorder and pain
In December 2018 researchers from Thailand, Australia and the UK published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of smartphone use on musculoskeletal disorders and pain. … Read more
Tears of the anterior cruciate ligament may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in later life
In September 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the potential long-term medical consequences associated with a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament. 3,506 … Read more