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  1. 1. Use of an eHealth tool for exercise training in people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis : A prospective cohort study

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Avdelningen för fysioterapi

    Author : Tobias Wahlqvist; [2022]
    Keywords : Osteoarthritis; pain; eHealth; exercise.;

    Abstract : Introduction: OA of the knee and/or hip is a common joint disease where the first line treatment is physical activity and exercise, weight management and patient education. Previous research has shown that digital aids and product can be used as support for exercise. VITALA is a new digital app under development. READ MORE

  3. 2. Self-reported Health and Pain Sensitivity in  Low Back Pain : Differences between Individuals with and without Pain Radiation to Lower Limbs

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för ekonomi, teknik och naturvetenskap

    Author : Nina Hegedusova; [2018]
    Keywords : low back pain; pain radiation; pressure pain thresholds; questionnaire;

    Abstract : Background: Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability and is often accompanied with a back-related leg pain (around 60%), where those with radiating pain show worse overall clinical outcomes. Previous studies comparing these two groups have involved individuals with chronic LBP. READ MORE

  4. 3. Predictors for a negative surgical outcome in patients with disc degenerative disease (DDD)

    University essay from Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan, GIH/Institutionen för idrotts- och hälsovetenskap

    Author : Martin Näslund; [2015]
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    Abstract : Aim The aim of this study was to identify predictive factors for negative treatment outcome defined as high disability ratings in patients undergoing spine surgery for disc degenerative disease (DDD) Method Patients were consecutively recruited from a waiting list for surgery at Stockholm Spine Center. The analysed cohort consisted of 212 patients (109 women and 103 men, 25-65 years old). READ MORE

  5. 4. The Effect of Topical Anesthesia on Jaw Pain Thresholds in Patients with Generalized Pain

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Tandläkarutbildning

    Author : Insam Al-Zuheri; Gina Persson; [2014]
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    Abstract : Chronic widespread pain and fibromyalgia often coexist with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and affects mostly women. Studies have shown lower pressure pain thresholds (PPT) in these patients indicating that hyperalgesia is involved. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Effect of Topical Anesthesia on Pain Perception in Patients with Local Myalgia

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Tandläkarutbildning

    Author : Adéle Jerner; Lina Svedberg; [2014]
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    Abstract : Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) is a term used to embrace pain and dysfunction in the jaw-, face- and temple region. Myofascial pain is considered the most common condition included in TMD. The diagnostic criteria for myalgia are based on the patient’s symptoms and clinical signs, where pain to palpation of the jaw muscles is vital. READ MORE