Keynote Presentation (In-Person)
David John Wortley, World Lifestyle Medicine Education Services, United Kingdom
The rapid evolution of wearable technologies is transforming the way individuals understand, monitor, and manage their health. From smartwatches and biosensors to AI-enabled health platforms, wearable devices are creating a new paradigm of continuous, personalized, and preventive [....] » Read More
Title : Treatment of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS): What is the evidence-based medical treatment
Jay Spector, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM), United States
To understand the treatment, you first must identify the cause of MTSS in that individual. Iontophoresis, phonophoresis, ice massage, ultrasound therapy, and Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) could be effective in treating MTSS when compared with control. Low-energy laser [....] » Read More
Title : Sports medicine care of the foot and ankle: Now and into the future
Matthew B Werd, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM), United States
Lower extremity sports injuries are frequent, yet are often mis-understood on how best to diagnose and treat, and they continue be a hot topic in athletics amongst both athletes and healthcare providers. Early accurate diagnoses are necessary to formulate a treatment protocol on [....] » Read More
Title : Sustainability and modern healthcare: How to influence global climate change through health initiatives
Pradeep Deshpande, Hull University Teaching Hospitals, United Kingdom
Environmentally, the healthcare sector contributes around 4.4% of global CO? emissions, underscoring the urgency of green transformation. Environmental damage affects many aspects of healthcare, from extreme weather events to evolving population disease. Circular Economy (CE) pri [....] » Read More
Title : The use of technology to help people improve their mobility by focusing on gait kinematics, with a focus on the older population
Diana Hodgins, Dynamic Metrics Ltd, United Kingdom
Technological advancements can have a huge impact on keeping people mobile. In this paper we will discuss how ‘GaitSmart’, a sensor based tool, has been used to help 406 people, average age 76.7, improve their mobility. GaitSmart identifies and quantifies gai [....] » Read More
Title : Rehabilitative services through the view of Personalized and Precision Medicine (PPM) to secure the precision surgery outcome: Centers for surgery and post-operational reha-bilitation of the next step generation
Sergey Suchkov, N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences & InMedStar, Russian Federation
Despite an increasing focus on PPM (Personalized and Precision Medicine)-guided approach-es in daily healthcare services, their application in a rehabilitation context remains unexplored. To achieve the implementation of PPM concept into the post-operative rehabilitation related [....] » Read More
Title : Hamstring flexibility and its role in leg muscles strength and cervical postural alignment
Ramzi Abdu Alajam, Jazan University, Saudi Arabia
Hamstring muscle inflexibility might negatively impact the concentric strength of the hamstring and quadriceps muscles. Additionally, it may contribute to posterior pelvic tilt, which can affect spinal alignment and potentially exacerbate forward head posture. This study aimed to [....] » Read More
Title : Shoulder pain in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Ultrasound findings and clinical correlations
Raj Kumar, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), India
Introduction: Shoulder pain is a common yet underrecognized manifestation of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and identify structural abnormalities of shoulder pain in RA patients using High-Resolution musculoskeletal Ultra Sound [....] » Read More
Title : Predicting risk factors for falls among lower limb prosthetic users —A cross-sectional study
Mishra Sudhir Ramkishore, King George’s Medical University, India
Background: People who use prosthetics are more likely to fall, which can cause injuries, decreased mobility, psychological anguish, and loss of confidence. These outcomes can eventually impact their independence and quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate variables that pr [....] » Read More
Title : Assessment of effectiveness of bupivacaine trigger-point injections in trapezius myofascial pain syndrome: A retrospective study
Sandip Rameshrao Dhole, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Background: Trapezius Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is a frequent cause of chronic neck and shoulder pain, contributing to disability and reduced quality of life. Trigger-Point Injections (TPIs) with local anesthetics are widely used, yet evidence for bupivacaine in this context [....] » Read More
Title : Orthopaedic manual therapy for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Integrating osteopathic techniques with physiotherapy
Srdjan Andjelkov, Manual Physical Therapy, Serbia
Background: Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) affect up to one-third of adults across the lifespan and are a leading cause of non-dental orofacial pain. While patient education, self-management, and physiotherapy are core components of care, many clinics now combine physiotherapy [....] » Read More
Title : Ultrasound evidence findings of bilateral humeral head avascular necrosis in a patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): A case report
Myrone Swenson A Jayme, Ospital ng Makati, Philippines
Introduction: A Vascular Necrosis (AVN) is a common complication of SLE, which is due to the disease itself and its treatment. A review of literature showed that only 1 out of 20 cases (5%) of osteonecrosis in SLE will develop at the humeral head, considerably less commonly affec [....] » Read More
Title : Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
Mohammad Rafiqul Alam, Cumilla Diabetic Association is located in Bagichagaon, Bangladesh
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by gradual, painful restriction of both active and passive shoulder motion with normal radiographic findings except possible osteopenia. This presentation covers the anatomy of the shoulder, biomechanics of sho [....] » Read More
Title : Comparing the effects of aerobic and resistance exercises and vitamins D & E on oxidative stress and inflammatory markers among patients with depression
Erum Tanveer, United College of Physical Therapy, Pakistan
Depression is a prevalent mental health disorder associated with complex biological changes, including increased oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, and alterations in neurobiological pathways. In addition to psychological symptoms, individuals with depression frequently demo [....] » Read More
Title : Barriers to improving the wellness of persons with severe mental illness: Implications for advancing their wellness
Ron Shor, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
Objectives: Persons with severe mental illness living in community residential facilities may encounter barriers to advancing their wellness within these settings. Therefore, a study was conducted to identify the barriers and difficulties experienced by persons with mental illnes [....] » Read More
Title : Characteristics of the management of spastic foot in adult vascular hemiplegic patients: About 102 cases
Mohamed Medaouar, Army Central Hospital, Algeria
Introduction: Spasticity of the lower limb occurs in nearly 20% of cases. In hemiplegic patients, progression to equinovarus foot is the most frequent neuro-orthopedic deformity. The frequency is estimated at 20%, 80% of patients recover walking ability within 6 months followi [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of mirror therapy soft hand rehabilitation machine training on cortical activation in stroke patients: An fNIRS study
Wang Congxiao, Capital Medical University, China
Objective: Post-stroke hand dysfunction is a primary cause of decreased ability in daily living, and there is a significant demand for hand function rehabilitation. Soft-hand rehabilitation robot training based on mirror therapy is increasingly being applied in rehabilitation tra [....] » Read More