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Efficacy of a Target-Matching Foot-Stepping Exercise on Proprioception and Function in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis.  Fall 2008

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the efficacy of high, repetitive, target-matching foot-stepping exercise (TMFSE) performed in a sitting position on proprioception, functional score, and walking velocity for patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

CONCLUSION: TMFSE in sitting appears to be an option for exercise in patients with mild to moderate knee OA. This may be an especially attractive option for patients who may have pain with weight-bearing exercises. A longitudinal study with a larger sample size is needed to confirm the potential use of TMFSE for patients with knee OA.

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Stage I and II Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction Treated by a Structured Nonoperative Management Protocol: An Orthosis and Exercise Program.  Summer 2006
The purpose of this study was to identify strength deficits with early stage PTTD and to assess the efficacy of a focused nonoperative treatment protocol.
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Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis by Low-Dye Taping and Iontophoresis--Short-Term results of a Double Blinded, Randomised, Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial of Dexamethasone and Acetic Acid.  Summer 2006
Objective: To determine if in the short term acetic acid and dexamethasone iontophoresis combined with low-Dye taping are effective in treating the symptoms of plantar fasciitis.
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Conservative Correction of Leg-Length Discrepancies of 10mm or Less for the Relief of Chronic Low Back Pain.  Spring 2006
Objective: To study whether conservative correction in a leg-length discrepancy (LLD) of 10mm or less in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) can relieve pain.
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Effectiveness of Low-Dye Taping for the Short-term Management of Plantar Fasciitis  Spring 2006
Objective: To evaluate the short-term effectiveness of low-Dye taping in relieving pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
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The Predictive Value of the Extensor Grip Test for the Effectiveness of Bracing for Tennis Elbow.  Spring 2006
Objective: To evaluate if the extensor grip test has predictive value in assessing the effectiveness of bracing in tennis elbow.
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Management of Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction During Pregnancy Using Exercise and Pelvic Support Belts.  Spring 2006
Objective: To investigate the effects of exercise, advice and pelvic support belts on the management of symphysis pubis dysfunction during pregnancy.
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The Effects of Splinting on Outcomes for Epicondylitis.  Fall 2005
Objective: To evaluate the effects of splinting on outcomes for injured workers with epicondylitis.
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Randomized Controlled Trial of Nocturnal Splinting for Active Workers with Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  Fall 2005
Objective: To determine whether nocturnal splinting of workers identified through active surveillance with symptoms consistent with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) would improve symptoms and median nerve function as well as impact medical care.
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Management of Ankle Sprains: A Randomised Controlled Trial of the Treatment of Inversion Injuries Using an Elastic Support Bandage or an Aircast Ankle Brace   Spring 2005
Objective: To determine the functional outcome of the ankle joint after a moderate or severe inversion injury, comparing standard treatment with an elastic support bandage against an Aircast ankle brace.
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