Tag: systematic review.

Association between Carpal Tunnel Cross-Sectional Area and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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SUMMARY Background. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a prevalent peripheral compressive neuropathy. In addition to an enlargement of the median nerve cross-sectional area (CSA), the carpal tunnel CSA may be a determinant of CTS. However, the findings of studies assessing the association between carpal tunnel CSA and CTS are very limited and inconclusive. Purpose. The … Continued

Can Myofascial Release Techniques Have Remote Effects? A systematic Review

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SUMMARY Background. According to the Anatomy trains theory, different parts of myofascial tissue are connected by meridians. Many studies based on anatomy trains theory have examined the remote effects of myofascial release techniques. This study aimed to systematically review and evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of remote myofascial techniques. Methods. We used all English papers published … Continued

The Effectiveness of Nonoperative Treatment Modalities in the Management of Frozen Shoulder: a Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

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SUMMARY Background. Frozen shoulder is a widespread concern having an unknown etiology. Management mainly aims at restoring function and treating symptoms. The choice of treatment may differ based on patient variables, stage of presentation, priorities of clinicians, and funding. No robust evidence exists to endorse one treatment modality over another in a conclusive way. Therefore, … Continued

Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis to evaluate lower-limb biomechanics and conservative treatment

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Objective. Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS) is the second most common cause of knee pain in runners, and the most common cause of lateral knee pain. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates 1) lower-limb biomechanics and 2) conservative interventions in ITBFS. Methods. The MEDLINE, CINAHL, SPORTSDiscus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases were searched … Continued