Diagnostics

The association between subgroups of MRI findings identified with latent class analysis and low back pain in 40-year-old Danes

Rikke K. Jensen, Peter Kent, Tue S. Jensen & Per Kjaer BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders volume 19, Article number: 62 (2018) Abstract Background Research into the clinical importance of spinal MRI findings in patients with low back pain (LBP) has primarily focused on single imaging findings, such as Modic changes or disc degeneration, and found only […]

Is there a Correlation Between Degree of Radiologic Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and its Clinical Manifestation?

Clinical Spine Surgery. Publish Ahead of Print():, JUN 2018 DOI: 10.1097/BSD.0000000000000681 , PMID: 29939845 Issn Print: 2380-0186 Publication Date: 2018/06/22 Tereza Andrasinova Abstract Study Design: This was an observational cross-sectional study. Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether the degree of stenosis on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) relates to the severity of […]

Do findings identified on magnetic resonance imaging predict future neck pain? A systematic review

The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 5, May 2018, Pages 880-891 Laura Hill DPT Abstract Background Context Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has the potential to identify pathology contributing to neck pain. However, the importance of findings on MRI remains unclear. Purpose We aimed to investigate whether findings on cervical spine MRI predict future neck pain. […]

What is the best lateral radiograph positioning technique for assessment of sagittal balance: A biomechanical study on influence of different arm positions

Koon-Man Sieh Journal of Orthopedic Surgery Volume: 26 issue: 2, Article first published online: May 1, 2018; Issue published: May 1, 2018 https://doi.org/10.1177/2309499018770932 Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the influence of different arm postures from the physiological standing position using force plate analysis of the gravity line. Methods: Forty healthy volunteered university students were enrolled. Each […]

Evidence for Increased MRI Signal Intensity and Morphological Changes in the Brachial Plexus and Median Nerves of Patients With Chronic Arm and Neck Pain Following Whiplash Injury

Authors: Jane Greening, PhD MCSP Study Design Cross-sectional study. Background Whiplash following a motor vehicle accident can result in chronic neck and arm pain. Patients frequently present with cutaneous hypersensitivities and hypoesthesia but without obvious clinical sign of nerve injury. T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has previously been used to identify nerve pathology. Objectives To […]

Reliability and validity of a new clinical test for assessment of the sacroiliac joint dysfunction

Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal lVol. 38, No. 01, pp. 13-22 (2018) Research Papers Open Access Apurv Shimpi, Renuka Hatekar, Ashok Shyam and Parag Sancheti https://doi.org/10.1142/S1013702518500026 Abstract Background: Dysfunctional sacroiliac joint (SIJ) has been cited as a source of low backache (LBA). Numerous non-invasive clinical tests are available for its assessment having poor validity and reliability […]

Accuracy of Ultrasonography for the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation April 2018 Volume 99, Issue 4, Pages 758–765.e10 Ana Torres-Costoso, PhD Abstract Objective To evaluate the accuracy of inlet and outlet ultrasonography measurements for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Data Sources MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, and the Web of Science databases were systematically searched from inception […]

MRI evaluation of the effects of extension exercises on the disc fluid content and location of the centroid of the fluid distribution

Musculoskeletal Science and Practice Volume 33, February 2018, Pages 67-70 Vahid Abdollah Highlights The signal intensity weighted centroid (SIWC) is a novel reliable non-invasive method for quantifying the effects of loading. Except for a more anterior SIWC in the L4L5 disc after extension, there were no significant SIWC differences. No significant differences were found in […]

A new iPhone application for measuring active craniocervical range of motion in patients with non-specific neck pain: a reliability and validity study

The Spine Journal Volume 18, Issue 3, March 2018, Pages 447-457 Mohammad RezaPourahmadiMSc, PT Abstract Background Context Measurement of cervical spine range of motion (ROM) is often considered to be an essential component of cervical spine physiotherapy assessment. Purpose This study aimed to investigate the reliability and validity of an iPhone application (app) (Goniometer Pro) […]

Effectiveness of the McKenzie Method (Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy) for Treating Low Back Pain: Literature Review With Meta-analysis

J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, Epub 30 Mar 2018. doi:10.2519/jospt.2018.7562 Olivier T. Lam, PT Study Design Literature review with meta-analysis. Background Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), a classification-based system, aims to classify patients into homogenous subgroups to direct treatment. Objectives To examine MDT’s effectiveness for improving pain and disability in patients with either acute (<12 […]

Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Based Prediction of the Relationship between Whiplash Injury and Temporomandibular Disorders – Full Text

Front Neurol. 2017; 8: 725. Published online 2018 Jan 9. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2017.00725 PMCID: PMC5767220 PMID: 29375466 Yeon-Hee Lee Abstract Purpose Whiplash injury can cause internal derangement of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and lead to temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Our aim was to evaluate whether the initial clinical findings in TMD patients with whiplash injury are correlated […]

The value of radiographic indexes in the diagnosis of discogenic low back pain: a retrospective analysis of imaging results – Full Text

Jian Song Oncotarget. 2017 Sep 1; 8(36): 60558–60567. Published online 2017 Jun 27. doi: 10.18632/oncotarget.18652 Abstract To explore value of different radiographic indexes in the diagnosis of discogenic low back pain (LBP). A total number of 120 cases (60 patients diagnosed with discogenic LBP and 60 healthy people) were retrospectively analysed to identify factors in […]

Nerve Conduction Studies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Gold Standard or Unnecessary Evil?

John R. Fowler, MD Orthopedics May/June 2017 – Volume 40 · Issue 3: 141-142 Posted May 25, 2017 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20170419-01 Carpal tunnel syndrome, compression of the median nerve within the confines of the carpal tunnel, is the most common peripheral compression neuropathy. By definition, a syndrome is a constellation of signs and symptoms. Carpal tunnel […]

Variability in diagnostic error rates of 10 MRI centers performing lumbar spine MRI examinations on the same patient within a 3-week period

49 Distinct findings were reported related to a distinct pathology Only 1 finding was consistently reported in 9 out of the 10 MRIs 32.7% of interpretive findings only appeared once across all 10 reports 2 exams reported a disc herniation at all five lumbar segments and 1 exam did not report any herniation Central canal […]

Current and Prospective Use of Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging at Chiropractic Teaching Institutions: A Worldwide Survey of Diagnostic Imaging Staff.

J Chiropr Med. 2017 Mar;16(1):54-63. doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2016.10.001. Epub 2016 Nov 22. Henderson RE1, Walker BF1, Young KJ1. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to survey the use of musculoskeletal diagnostic ultrasound imaging (MSK-DUSI) at chiropractic educational programs worldwide and to elicit opinions of academic diagnostic imaging staff of its prospective use […]

The reliability of spinal motion palpation determination of the location of the stiffest spinal site is influenced by confidence ratings

The reliability of spinal motion palpation determination of the location of the stiffest spinal site is influenced by confidence ratings: a secondary analysis of three studies Robert Cooperstein Morgan Young Chiropractic & Manual Therapies201624:50 DOI: 10.1186/s12998-016-0131-x ©  The Author(s). 2016 Received: 8 February 2016 Accepted: 14 November 2016 Published: 20 December 2016 Abstract Background This is a secondary analysis of three previous studies on […]

Correlation of MRI Findings with Clinical Findings for Lumbar Disc Herniation

Asian Spine J. 2016 Dec;10(6):1115-1121. doi: 10.4184/asj.2016.10.6.1115. Epub 2016 Dec 8. Shumayou Dutta PMID: 27994789 PMCID: PMC5165003 DOI: 10.4184/asj.2016.10.6.1115 Abstract Study design: A single-center prospective study. Purpose: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is undeniably the gold standard for the diagnosis of a lumbar disc prolapse. Unfortunately it shares a strong association with incidental findings. […]

Tracking down the origin of mercury contamination in human hair

Date: September 22, 2016 Source: CNRS (Délégation Paris Michel-Ange) Summary: Mercury is a potent neurotoxin present in our daily lives and our body can accumulate it over the years. Food consumption, such as fish and rice, is the most common source of mercury exposure. Mercury can be found in dental amalgams, compact fluorescence lamps, vaccines, […]

The Diagnostic Accuracy of Special Tests for Rotator Cuff Tear: The ROW Cohort Study.

Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2016 Jul 6. [Epub ahead of print] Jain NB1, Luz J, Higgins LD, Dong Y, Warner JJ, Matzkin E, Katz JN. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim was to assess diagnostic accuracy of 15 shoulder special tests for rotator cuff tears. DESIGN: From February 2011 to December 2012, 208 participants […]

Controlled Trial Comparing the McKenzie Method to Motor Control Exercises in People With Chronic Low Back Pain and a Directional Preference

A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the McKenzie Method to Motor Control Exercises in People With Chronic Low Back Pain and a Directional Preference Authors: Mark H. Halliday, PT Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Background Motor control exercises are believed to improve co-ordination of the trunk muscles. It is unclear if increases in trunk muscle thickness […]