Clinical Research & Studies
Expert synthesis of clinical frameworks, condition protocols, and standard-of-care medical literature.
Graded exercise therapy and pacing for ME/CFS: a contested evidence base
Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), is a complex and often debilitating condition. For many years, certain treatmen
Conservative care for sciatica: what the evidence shows across the options
If you have sciatica, you already know the feeling that words struggle to capture: a pain that starts in the low back or buttock and runs down the leg, somet
Acupuncture for preventing migraine: what the evidence shows
Migraine is a type of headache that can cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation, usually on one side of the head. It often comes with nausea, vomi
Manual therapy or exercise for shoulder impingement: what the evidence shows
Shoulder pain is a common concern that can affect daily activities. While often described as "shoulder impingement," healthcare professionals now frequently
Why hearing aids end up in a drawer: what the evidence shows about use and adherence
Many people benefit from hearing aids, which can improve communication and quality of life for adults with acquired hearing loss . We have previously explore
Exercise during and after pregnancy: what the Canadian guideline and the evidence show
Regular physical activity can be an important part of a healthy pregnancy. For many, it can offer benefits throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum perio
Return-to-sport criteria after ACL reconstruction: what the evidence shows
Deciding when to return to sport after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction can be a complex process. Research suggests that both the amount of
Foot orthoses for plantar fasciitis and plantar heel pain: what the evidence shows
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, affecting many people. It involves pain and stiffness in the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue on the
Early mobilization versus rest and collars for whiplash: what the evidence shows
If you have recently experienced a whiplash injury, you might be wondering what the best way to recover is. Should you rest your neck, or try to stay active?
Tinnitus retraining therapy versus sound therapy alone: what the evidence shows
Tinnitus is the perception of sound or noise when no external sound is present [1, 3]. Over 50 million people in the United States alone have reported experi
Dry needling for myofascial trigger point pain: what the evidence shows
Dry needling is a technique that uses thin needles to address pain in muscles and connective tissues . It is often used to treat what are known as myofascial
Rehabilitation for the arm and hand after stroke: what the evidence shows
After a stroke, many people experience weakness or difficulty moving their arm and hand. This can make everyday tasks challenging. Rehabilitation aims to hel
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