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Studies from University of Vermont in the area of lower back pain described



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2007 NOV 12 -- Current study results from the report, 'Ultrasound imaging as a feedback tool in the rehabilitation of trunk muscle dysfunction for people with low back pain,' have been published. According to recent research published in the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, "SYNOPSIS: This commentary provides an overview of the current concepts and the emerging evidence related to rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI) for biofeedback purposes. Specifically, the role of RUSI to assess improvements in trunk muscle performance and motor learning will be discussed, highlighting the importance of retention and transfer testing to assess motor learning."

"The use of RUSI as an extrinsic (augmented) feedback tool and its ability to provide both knowledge of performance and knowledge of results information will be defined. An analysis of the limited available literature related to the role of RUSI as an augmented feedback tool to enhance motor skill acquisition related to the deep trunk muscles will be provided," wrote S.M. Henry and colleagues, University of Vermont.

The researchers concluded: "Future research directions and priorities are recommended."

Henry and colleagues published their study in the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy (Ultrasound imaging as a feedback tool in the rehabilitation of trunk muscle dysfunction for people with low back pain. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 2007;37(10):627-34).

For additional information, contact S.M. Henry, The University of Vermont, Dept. of Rehabilitation and Movement Science, 305 Rowell Building, 106 Carrigan Drive, Burlington, VT 05405-0068 USA..

The publisher's contact information for the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy is: J O S P T, 1111 North Fairfax St., Ste. 100, Alexandria, VA 22314-1436, USA.

Keywords: United States, Burlington, Back Pain Relief, Lower Back Pain, Orthopedics, Therapy, Treatment.

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