Abstract Objective The Therapeutic Alliance (TA) is an emerging concept within physiotherapy practice, reflecting the ongoing paradigm shift from a biomedical- (BMM) towards a biopsychosocial model (BPSM) of care. Current…
Abstract Background: low back pain (LBP) is the main cause of years lived with disability worldwide. Psychosocial factors have been shown to be good predictors of persistent LBP. Within these,…
Abstract Background The STarT Back Screening Tool (SBT) distributes low back pain (LBP) patients into three prognostic groups for stratified care. This approach has demonstrated beneficial clinical and cost-effectiveness. Objectives…
Abstract Background Lateral ankle sprain results in positional faults in the fibula which are thought to limit accessory motion in the ankle, leading to hypomobility and negatively influencing sensorimotor function…
Abstract Positional testing for vertebrobasilar insufficiency (VBI) is used by physiotherapists as part of pre-manipulative screening protocols. Recently, the validity of the tests have been questioned because a negative test…
Abstract Background Midfoot joint impairment is likely following lateral ankle sprain (LAS) that may benefit from mobilization. Objective To investigate the effects of midfoot joint mobilizations and a one-week home…
Abstract Background Motor vehicle accidents (MVA) are the most common causes of whiplash injuries. Difficulties with driving and changes in driving behavior are reported by subjects with chronic whiplash associated…
Abstract The aim of this study is to compare Dutch usual care musculoskeletal therapy in patients with non-specific neck pain with recommendations from international clinical practice guidelines. Physical therapy is…
Abstract Background The Shoulder Disability Questionnaire (SDQ) demonstrated promising psychometric properties, but currently there is no evidence of an Italian version. Objective To cross-culturally adapt the Italian version of the…
Abstract Objective To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of deep tissue massage (‘massage’), strengthening and stretching exercises (‘exercises’) or a combination of both (‘combined therapy’) in comparison with advice to stay active…
