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Nikakis J, Tale E, Malkov D, Arora US, Keys J, Li TS, Yao SC, Cohen TJ. The effect of osteopathic manipulative treatment on quality of life in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices. J Osteopath Med 2024; 124:365-368. [PMID: 38632892 DOI: 10.1515/jom-2023-0218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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CONTEXT Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been demonstrated to have an effect on the autonomic nervous system, which may have antiarrhythmic effects. The effects of OMT in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) have not previously been reported. This study investigated the impact of OMT on quality of life (QOL) in this patient population. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of OMT on QOL in CIED patients. METHODS Subjects with CIEDs were recruited into a double-blind randomized controlled institutional review board (IRB)-approved clinical trial (ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04004741) and randomized to OMT or light touch (control) groups. Subjects received a one-time intervention, performed by board-certified neuromusculoskeletal medicine (NMM) and osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) physicians. The OMT protocol utilized techniques including myofascial release, rib raising, facilitated positional release (FPR), and osteopathic cranial manipulative medicine. Subjects' QOL was assessed immediately preceding intervention and one-month postintervention utilizing the Research ANd Development (RAND) 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36, eight parameters). Groups were compared utilizing unpaired t tests; α=0.05. RESULTS Forty-two subjects were enrolled, with four lost to follow-up, which resulted in 19 OMT and 19 control subjects for analysis. Of the eight QOL parameters, two showed significant improvement with OMT: role limitations due to physical health (p=0.001) and pain (p=0.003). CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates the potential for QOL improvement in CIED patients. Specifically, subjects in the OMT group reported an improvement in activities of daily living as well as a decrease in overall pain, including pain interfering with work. Additional research is necessary to further understand the physiologic effects of OMT, including its effects on arrhythmias, in CIED patients.
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- Jacqueline Nikakis
- 43984 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- 43984 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- 43984 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- 43984 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, 43984 NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, 43984 NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, 43984 NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- 43984 New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine , Old Westbury, NY, USA
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Stępnik J, Czaprowski D, Kędra A. Effect of manual osteopathic techniques on the autonomic nervous system, respiratory system function and head-cervical-shoulder complex-a systematic review. Front Med (Lausanne) 2024; 11:1358529. [PMID: 38660420 PMCID: PMC11040076 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1358529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Background Osteopathic manual techniques are now widely used in medicine worldwide. At present, there are no clear conclusions regarding the possibility of affecting the function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), respiratory system and head-cervical-shoulder complex by manual osteopathic techniques. Objectives The aim of the study was to review the current literature regarding the possible impact of osteopathic manual techniques on the state of the autonomic nervous system, spirometric parameters of the respiratory system and the state of the head-collar-shoulder complex. Methods Publications have been searched in the following databases: PubMed, Virtual Health Library and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. The search strategy included keywords related to manual osteopathic treatment, autonomic nervous system, spirometry, respiratory function and head, neck and shoulder pain. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed. The PRISMA guidelines were used for the systematic review. Studies from 2010 to 2023 were selected. Results Using the proposed descriptions and manual searches from the literature of other works, 40 studies were found, out of which 22 were rejected because they did not meet the inclusion criteria. The analysis included: 15 randomized controlled trials, 3 pilot studies. Conclusion Studies clearly show the effect of OMT on both spirometric parameters and the condition of the head-collar-shoulder complex. Most often this translates into improved ANS performance, but there are exceptions. Systematic review registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/, CRD42023476963.
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- Jakub Stępnik
- Still Academy of Osteopathy, Warsaw, Poland
- SomaticMed Wołomin, Wołomin, Poland
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Public Health, University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland
- Center of Body Posture, Olsztyn, Poland
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Health, Jozef Pilsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, Biała Podlaska, Poland
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Cavanagh M, Cope T, Smith D, Tolley I, Orrock P, Vaughan B. The effectiveness of an osteopathic manual technique compared with a breathing exercise on vagal tone as indicated by heart rate variability, a crossover study. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2024; 38:449-453. [PMID: 38763591 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Revised: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS) function can be inferred by heart rate variability (HRV) providing indications about an individual's health. Manual therapy may influence PSNS function, however the research outcomes in this regard are equivocal. This study explored the PSNS effect of a measured breathing technique with suboccipital balanced ligamentous tension, an osteopathic manipulative therapy technique. METHODS Healthy adult participants in this crossover study (n = 18) were randomly allocated into two groups with differing order of interventions. A 1:1 breathing rate of 6 breaths per minute maintained for 5 min was compared to the osteopathic intervention. HRV was measured for 5 min before and after each intervention and analysed using the root mean square of successive differences (RMSSD) between normal heartbeats and high frequency normalised units (HFnu). RESULTS The RMSSD data demonstrated no significant difference between groups or within groups (p > 0.05) over time. HFnu results showed a significant between-group difference over the four time points (p = 0.004) with a medium effect size (ηp2 = 0.240), and no significant within-group difference (p > 0.05). DISCUSSION The osteopathic intervention raised HRV to a small extent, however measured breathing lowered HRV. In the group that received the osteopathic technique first, HFnu values continued to rise post-osteopathic treatment possibly indicating an increasing parasympathetic effect over time. Recommendations for future studies include changing the breathing ratio to ensure parasympathetic response, take into account potential delayed effects of interventions, consider outcome measures less variable than HRV, and longer follow up times. CONCLUSION This study suggests parasympathetic stimulation may occur with the application of suboccipital balanced ligamentous tension and sympathetic stimulation from measured breathing.
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Gillan R, Bachtel G, Webber K, Ezzair Y, Myers NE, Bishayee A. Osteopathic manipulative treatment for chronic inflammatory diseases. J Evid Based Med 2024; 17:172-186. [PMID: 38488211 DOI: 10.1111/jebm.12590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Chronic inflammatory diseases (CIDs) are debilitating and potentially lethal illnesses that affect a large proportion of the global population. Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a manual therapy technique developed and performed by osteopathic physicians that facilitates the body's innate healing processes. Therefore, OMT may prove a beneficial anti-inflammatory modality useful in the management and treatment of CIDs. This work aims to objectively evaluate the therapeutic benefits of OMT in patients with various CIDs. In this review, a structured literature search was performed. The included studies involving asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, irritable bowel syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, and peripheral arterial disease were selected for this work. Various OMT modalities, including lymphatic, still, counterstain, and muscle energy techniques, were utilized. Control treatments included sham techniques, routine care, or no treatment. OMT utilization led to variable patient outcomes in individuals with pathologies linked to CID.
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- Ross Gillan
- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida, USA
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Irving R, Schmidt E, Stone M, Fleming RK, Xie JY. Meta-epidemiologic review: blinding and sham treatment in clinical trial design for osteopathic manipulative treatment research. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2024; 51:100705. [PMID: 38312536 PMCID: PMC10836155 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2023.100705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Objective To analyze the consistency of study designs in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) research, focusing on blinding protocols and the use of sham treatments. Data Source and Study Selection PubMed and CINAHL were searched in January 2022. A total of 83 research studies between 2009 and 2021 were selected based on the presence of a double- or single-blind study design and/or sham treatment. Data Extraction and Analysis Data regarding the primary outcome measures, blinding design, measures used to determine success of blinding, osteopathic technique used, and sham technique used for each eligible study were extracted and compared among different study designs. Results A total of 5968 subjects participated in the 83 trials. The study population mainly consisted of asymptomatic individuals (25%) and chronic back pain patients (19%). Light touch was employed most commonly (49%) as the sham treatment, followed by unrelated sham (20%) and incomplete maneuvers (20%). Most studies blinded the subjects (80%) or the outcome evaluator/data analyzer (71%), while only 20% studies blinded the osteopathic physicians. Conclusions Strict double-blinding is achievable for OMT clinical research by blinding the subjects and data collectors/analyzers rather than the osteopaths providing the actual treatment. The use of questionnaires to determine the success of blinding should be considered. Additionally, including OMT-naïve subjects is preferred to enhance blinding success. When designing a sham treatment, careful consideration should be given to blinding the data collector, accounting for the placebo effect, and incorporating an additional no-treatment control group to improve the rigor of the study design.
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- Richard Irving
- Department of Basic Sciences, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA
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- Department of Basic Sciences, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA
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- Biology Department, Arkansas Biosciences Institute, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA
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- Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA
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- Department of Basic Sciences, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA
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Liem T, Bohlen L, Jung AM, Hitsch S, Schmidt T. Does Osteopathic Heart-Focused Palpation Modify Heart Rate Variability in Stressed Participants with Musculoskeletal Pain? A Randomised Controlled Pilot Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:138. [PMID: 38255026 PMCID: PMC10815744 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12020138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Heart rate variability (HRV) describes fluctuations in time intervals between heartbeats and reflects autonomic activity. HRV is reduced in stressed patients with musculoskeletal pain and improved after osteopathic manipulative treatment and mind-body interventions. Heart-focused palpation (HFP) combines manual and mind-body approaches to facilitate relaxation. This randomised controlled pilot study investigated the feasibility and sample size for a future randomised controlled trial and the effect of a single treatment with HFP or sham HFP (SHAM) on short-term HRV. A total of Thirty-three adults (47.7 ± 13.5 years old) with stress and musculoskeletal pain completed the trial with acceptable rates of recruitment (8.25 subjects per site/month), retention (100%), adherence (100%), and adverse events (0%). HFP (n = 18), but not SHAM (n = 15), significantly increased the root mean square of successive RR interval differences (p = 0.036), standard deviation of the NN intervals (p = 0.009), and ratio of the low-frequency to high-frequency power band (p = 0.026). HFP and SHAM significantly decreased the heart rate (p < 0.001, p = 0.009) but not the stress index and ratio of the Poincaré plot standard deviation along and perpendicular to the line of identity (p > 0.05). A power analysis calculated 72 participants. Taken together, the study was feasible and HFP improved HRV in stressed subjects with musculoskeletal pain, suggesting a parasympathetic effect.
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- Torsten Liem
- Osteopathic Research Institute, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Research Department, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
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- Osteopathic Research Institute, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Research Department, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
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- Research Department, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Department of Healthcare, Dresden International University, 01067 Dresden, Germany
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- Research Department, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Department of Healthcare, Dresden International University, 01067 Dresden, Germany
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- Osteopathic Research Institute, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Research Department, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, 22297 Hamburg, Germany
- Institute of Interdisciplinary Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, MSH Medical School Hamburg, 20457 Hamburg, Germany
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Keller M, Pelz H, Müller G, Borik S, Mathiak K, Mayer J, Repik I, Geilgens A, Perlitz V. Autonomic nervous system responses in the intermediate band to cranial cutaneous stimulation. Physiol Rep 2024; 12:e15891. [PMID: 38163669 PMCID: PMC10758335 DOI: 10.14814/phy2.15891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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Cardiovascular rhythms representing functional states of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) are insufficiently reflected by the current physiological model based on low and high frequency bands (LF, HF, resp.). An intermediate (IM) frequency band generated by a brainstem pacemaker was included in systemic physiological ANS analyses of forehead skin perfusion (SP), ECG, and respiration. Data of 38 healthy participants at T0 and T1 (+1 week) before, during, and following osteopathic cranial vault hold (CVH) stimulation were analyzed including momentary frequencies of highest amplitude, amplitudes in low (0.05-0.12 Hz), IM (0.12-0.18 Hz), and high (0.18-0.4 Hz) frequency bands, and established heart rate variability (HRV) metrics. During CVH, LF interval durations increased, whereas IM/HF band durations decreased significantly. Amplitudes increased significantly in all frequency bands. A cluster analysis found one response pattern dominated by IM activity (47% of participants) with highly stable 0.08 Hz oscillation to CVH, and one dominated by LF activity (0.10 Hz) at T0, increasing to IM activity at T1. Showing frequency ratios at ≈3:1, respiration was not responsible for oscillations in PPG during CVH. HRV revealed no significant responses. Rhythmic patterns in SP and respiration matched previous findings on a reticular "0.15 Hz rhythm". Involvement of baroreflex pathways is discussed as alternative explanation.
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- Micha Keller
- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical SchoolRWTH Aachen UniversityAachenGermany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.VBuxtehudeGermany
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- Department of Electromagnetic and Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information TechnologyUniversity of ZilinaZilinaSlovakia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical SchoolRWTH Aachen UniversityAachenGermany
- JARA‐Brain, Research Center JülichJülichGermany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.VAugsburgGermany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.VMannheimGermany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.VMannheimGermany
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Seton B, Pandey R, Piscura MK, Pearson WG. Autonomic Recalibration: A Promising Approach for Alleviating Myofascial Pain Explored in a Retrospective Case Series. Cureus 2024; 16:e52450. [PMID: 38371140 PMCID: PMC10871156 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.52450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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This retrospective case series introduces autonomic recalibration (AR) as a novel approach for alleviating chronic myofascial pain. The manuscript explores the rationale, theory, and practice of AR, which targets the autonomic nervous system (ANS) to restore homeostasis and reduce pain. The involvement of the ANS in pain modulation and the role of autonomic imbalance in chronic pain are discussed, emphasizing the potential benefits of addressing autonomic dysregulation through AR. The technique combines manual interventions and patient education, relying on neuroplastic adaptations. Three diverse case reports are presented to illustrate the effectiveness of AR in patients with different sources of pain. Each case presents a unique clinical scenario, including a nine-year-old male diagnosed with spondylolisthesis, a 68-year-old male with a history of abdominal surgeries, and a 56-year-old male with chronic low back pain following lumbar fusion surgery. In all cases, AR resulted in pain relief, improved sleep, and restoration of functional abilities. These findings support the potential of AR as an effective alternative approach for myofascial pain. Further research is warranted to validate these outcomes and investigate the underlying mechanisms of AR.
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- Bob Seton
- Department of Biomedical Research and Affairs, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Auburn, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Research and Affairs, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Auburn, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Research and Affairs, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Auburn, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Research and Affairs, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Auburn, USA
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Khalaf ZM, Margulies P, Moussa MK, Bohu Y, Lefevre N, Hardy A. Valid and Invalid Indications for Osteopathic Interventions: A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Practices and French Healthcare Society Recommendations. Cureus 2023; 15:e49674. [PMID: 38161897 PMCID: PMC10756711 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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The main aim of this study was to determine the level of evidence in the literature for the main indications of osteopathy as recommended by the French osteopathy societies. This systematic review followed the 2020 Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and evaluated articles published between January 2012 and January 2022 with one modification: when level one evidence studies were available, level two to five studies were excluded. Sources included PubMed, the Cochrane library, the French National Health Authority (HAS) and its affiliates. Inclusion criteria were level one published studies on the indications for osteopathic treatment in French and English, and level two to three studies when no level one studies were available. The level of evidence assessment was based on the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (OCEBM) Levels of Evidence classification. The primary outcome was the level of evidence in the literature supporting osteopathic practices. The secondary outcome was to assess French professional osteopathy recommendations and French HAS guidelines in relation to the scientific literature. A total of 51 articles and nine recommendations from the HAS and its affiliates met the inclusion criteria for the systematic review. Analysis of the studies revealed 41 osteopathic indications from French osteopathy societies for musculoskeletal, neurosensory, psychological, pediatric, gynecological, digestive, and pulmonary disorders. High-level scientific evidence supported the use of osteopathy for low back pain, sciatica, cervical radiculopathy, and ankle sprain. There was moderate evidence for tension headache, temporomandibular joint disorder, endometriosis, and low back and pelvic pain in pregnant women. HAS recommended five indications, while nine indications were supported in the scientific literature. Osteopathy has been shown to have evidence-based benefits for a range of conditions, in particular for musculoskeletal and neurosensory disorders.
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- Zeinab M Khalaf
- Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, clinique du Sport, Paris, FRA
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Clinique du Sport, Paris, FRA
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Harper B, Price P, Steele M. The efficacy of manual therapy on HRV in those with long-standing neck pain: a systematic review. Scand J Pain 2023; 23:623-637. [PMID: 37261845 DOI: 10.1515/sjpain-2023-0006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Long-standing neck pain (LNP) is a clinical condition frequently encountered in the physical therapy clinic. LNP is a complex, multifactorial condition affecting multiple body systems including the autonomic nervous system (ANS). Traditionally, research on the impact of physical therapy on LNP has focused on self-report measures and pain scales. Heart rate variability (HRV) is an objective measure of the ANS, allowing for quantification of effects of treatment. This systematic review is intended to evaluate if manual therapy acutely affects heart rate variability in adults with long-standing neck pain. METHODS Pubmed, Medline, CINAHL, Google Scholar, Web of Science, and Cochrane library were used to retrieve the randomized controlled trials for this review between the years 2010-2021. Search terms included: chronic neck pain, neck pain, cervical pain, manual therapy, mobilization, manipulation, osteopathy, osteopathic or chiropractic. Heart rate variability, HRV, heart rate variation, effects, outcomes, benefits, impacts or effectiveness. RESULTS Of 139 articles located and screened, three full-text articles were selected for full qualitative synthesis, with a combined population of 112 subjects, 91 of which were female, with an average age of 33.7 ± 6.8 years for all subjects. MT techniques in three studies were statistically significant in improving HRV in people with LNP; however, techniques were differed across studies, while one study showed no benefit. The studies were found to be of high quality with PEDro scores ≥6. CONCLUSIONS Although no clear cause and effect relationship can be established between improvement in HRV with manual therapy, results supported the use of MT for an acute reduction in HRV. No one particular method of MT has proven superior, MT has been found to produce a statistically significant change in HRV. These HRV changes are consistent with decreased sympathetic tone and subjective pain.
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- Brent Harper
- Department of Physical Therapy, Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, Chapman University, Irvine, CA, USA
- Department of Physical Therapy, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, USA
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Besson C, Mur T, Benaim C, Schmitt L, Gremeaux V. Short-term effects on heart rate variability of occipito-mastoid suture normalization in healthy subjects. Front Neurosci 2023; 17:1271461. [PMID: 37817805 PMCID: PMC10561316 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2023.1271461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023] Open
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Occipito-mastoid structure normalization (OMSN) is an osteopathic manipulative treatment aimed at reducing tension around the jugular foramen, where cranial nerves IX, X, and XI exit the skull. The purpose of this study was to observe how heart rate variability (HRV), a marker of autonomic cardiac regulation, was modulated after an OMSN vs. a sham technique (SHAM). Pre- and post-intervention HRV was analyzed in two randomly chosen groups of 15 participants (OMSN vs. SHAM group). HRV was collected in the supine position 5 min before and 5 min after a 10-min application of either OMSN or SHAM. The time and group effect was analyzed using a two-way ANOVA. Independently from group intervention, a significant time effect induced increased HRV. No group effect differences were observed. Multiple comparisons for time and group interaction showed that the root mean square of successive differences (RMSSD), a vagally mediated HRV variable, increased to a greater extent for the OMSN group (p = 0.03) than for the SHAM group. However, both OMSN and SHAM techniques had a significant effect on HRV. Compared to a SHAM technique, OMSN had a significant effect on HRV vagally related metric RMSSD in the short term. We conclude that 10 min of OMSN may be used to induce a short-term influence on parasympathetic autonomic nervous system modulations.
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- Cyril Besson
- Department of Sports Medicine, Swiss Olympic Medical Center, Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
- Institute of Sports Sciences, University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Aquamed Center, Montreux, Switzerland
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- National School of Mountain Sports/National Ski-Nordic Centre, Premanon, France
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Swiss Olympic Medical Center, Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
- Institute of Sports Sciences, University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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Pelz H, Müller G, Keller M, Mathiak K, Mayer J, Borik S, Perlitz V. Validation of subjective manual palpation using objective physiological recordings of the cranial rhythmic impulse during osteopathic manipulative intervention. Sci Rep 2023; 13:6611. [PMID: 37095164 PMCID: PMC10126088 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-33644-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/16/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2023] Open
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Intermediate (IM) band physiology in skin blood flow exhibits parallels with the primary respiratory mechanism (PRM) or cranial rhythmic impulse (CRI), controversial concepts of osteopathy in the cranial field (OCF). Owing to inconsistent manual palpation results, validity of evidence of PRM/CRI activity has been questionable. We therefore tried to validate manual palpation combining instrumented tracking and algorithmic objectivation of frequencies, amplitudes, and phases. Using a standard OCF intervention, cranial vault hold (CVH), two OCF experts palpated and digitally marked CRI frequencies in 25 healthy adults. Autonomic nervous system (ANS) activity in low frequency (LF) and IM band in photoplethysmographic (PPG) forehead skin recordings was probed with momentary frequency of highest amplitude (MFHA) and wavelet amplitude spectra (WAS) in examiners and participants. Palpation errors and frequency expectation bias during CVH were analyzed for phases of MFHA and CRI. Palpated CRI frequencies (0.05-0.08 Hz) correlated highly with mean MFHA frequencies with 1:1 ratio in 77% of participants (LF-responders; 0.072 Hz) and with 2:1 ratio in 23% of participants (IM-responders; 0.147 Hz). WAS analysis in both groups revealed integer number (harmonic) waves in (very) low and IM bands in > 98% of palpated intervals. Phase analyses in participants and examiners suggested synchronization between MFHA and CRI in a subset of LF-responders. IM band physiology in forehead PPG may offer a sensible physiological correlate of palpated CRI activity. Possible coordination or synchronization effects with additional physiological signals and between examiners and participants should be investigated in future studies.
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- Holger Pelz
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.V., St.-Petri-Platz 5, 21614, Buxtehude, Germany
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- Simplana GmbH, Neuenhoferweg 25, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.V., St.-Petri-Platz 5, 21614, Buxtehude, Germany.
- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Faculty of Medicine, RWTH Aachen, Aachen, Germany.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, Faculty of Medicine, RWTH Aachen, Aachen, Germany
- JARA, Translational Brain Medicine, Aachen, Germany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin e.V., St.-Petri-Platz 5, 21614, Buxtehude, Germany
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- Department of Electromagnetic and Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, University of Zilina, Zilina, Slovakia
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Bordoni B, Escher AR. Hyoid Bone Syndrome in a Patient Undergoing Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11081130. [PMID: 37107964 PMCID: PMC10137582 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11081130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The clinical case describes the presence of hyoid bone syndrome (HBS) in a patient with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation, and the resolution of painful symptoms through an osteopathic manual technique (unwinding) applied to the tongue. To the knowledge of the authors, it is the first case report involving an LVAD patient with HBS treated with an osteopathic approach. The article briefly reviews the data relating to surgical therapy for patients with a clinical history of end-stage heart failure and symptoms related to HBS and posits some hypotheses on the presence of pain radiating from the hyoid bone to other areas of the body. The text reminds us to place greater clinical emphasis on the palpatory evaluation of the hyoid in the presence of non-specific painful symptoms.
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- Bruno Bordoni
- Department of Cardiology, Foundation Don Carlo Gnocchi IRCCS, Institute of Hospitalization and Care, S Maria Nascente, Via Capecelatro 66, 20100 Milan, Italy
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- Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, 12902 USF Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL 33612, USA
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Viti A, Panconi G, Guarducci S, Garfagnini S, Mondonico M, Bravi R, Minciacchi D. Modulation of Heart Rate Variability following PAP Ion Magnetic Induction Intervention in Subjects with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:3934. [PMID: 36900946 PMCID: PMC10001461 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20053934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Heart rate variability (HRV) analysis has emerged as a simple and non-invasive technique to indirectly evaluate the autonomic nervous system (ANS), and it is considered a sensible and advanced index of health status. Pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) are widely used in clinical settings for improving the health status of individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain. The aim of the present single-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled parallel pilot study was to investigate the acute effect of a single session of PEMFs stimulation by a PAP ion magnetic induction (PAPIMI) device on ANS activity, as measured by HRV, in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain, and compare such effect with that induced by a sham (control) PAPIMI inductor. Thirty-two patients were randomized into two groups: PAPIMI intervention (PAP) (n = 17) and sham PAPIMI intervention (SHAM-PAP) (n = 15). HRV was assessed before and following the interventions. The PAP group showed a significant increase in all values of the time-domain parameters (SDNN, RMSSD, NN50, and pNN50) and the HF component of HRV, suggesting a parasympathetic effect. In contrast, the SHAM-PAP group showed no significant differences in all HRV indices following the intervention. Preliminary findings suggested that PAPIMI inductor could influence ANS activity and provided initial evidence of the potential physiological response induced by the PAPIMI device.
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- Antonio Viti
- Centro Fisioterapico Apuano, Via delle Contrade 242, 55047 Lucca, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Centro Fisioterapico Apuano, Via delle Contrade 242, 55047 Lucca, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Largo Brambilla 3, 50134 Florence, Italy
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Vanier C, Johnston K, DeArmond M, Salloum L, Arjmand S, Toder E, Ioudina M. Effectiveness of osteopathic manipulative treatment in cardiovascular function: a systematic review protocol. JBI Evid Synth 2023; 21:243-253. [PMID: 36111854 DOI: 10.11124/jbies-21-00378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this review is to investigate the short- and long-term effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment on cardiovascular function and its regulators in the nervous and endocrine systems. INTRODUCTION A variety of pharmacological and lifestyle-based treatments are used to prevent or treat vascular diseases, yet vascular disease underpins the top 2 causes of death worldwide. There is a need for more preventative and therapeutic interventions in the management and prevention of vascular disease that are compatible with existing interventions. Osteopathic manipulative treatment has shown promise as a non-invasive approach to improve cardiovascular function, but it is currently utilized mostly for alleviating musculoskeletal symptoms. A comprehensive summary of the evidence on the effectiveness of osteopathic manipulative treatment in cardiovascular function will assist clinicians and guide future research directions. INCLUSION CRITERIA This review will consider randomized controlled trials, non-randomized controlled trials, and crossover studies. Participants must have received osteopathic manipulative treatment intervention. Comparators will include passive or active controls, including controls for body position, touch, and other potential interventions for vascular disease. Cardiovascular, nervous-system, or endocrine-system outcome variables must be measured at least once after treatment. Adverse events will also be considered. METHODS Searches will be conducted in the following sources: MEDLINE, the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine , Embase, Scopus, ProQuest One Academic, MedNar, the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine , and CINAHL. Studies available in English, without date restrictions, will be considered for inclusion. Relevant studies will be selected by 2 independent reviewers, critically appraised, and extracted using a tool customized for the details of the study. If meta-analysis is possible, evidence will be summarized using standard techniques with subgroup analyses providing more insight into particular osteopathic manipulative treatment techniques, time frame of the treatment, and duration of effects, among others. Certainty of findings will be presented using GRADE. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO CRD42021225838.
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- Cheryl Vanier
- Touro University Nevada, Henderson, NV, USA.,Touro University Nevada: A JBI Affiliated Group, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Touro University Nevada, Henderson, NV, USA.,Touro University Nevada: A JBI Affiliated Group, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Touro University Nevada, Henderson, NV, USA
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Postoperative Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment in Children with Esophageal Atresia: Potential Benefits on the Anthropometric Parameters. Pediatr Rep 2022; 14:434-443. [PMID: 36278555 PMCID: PMC9590049 DOI: 10.3390/pediatric14040051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2022] [Revised: 10/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Esophageal atresia (EA) is a congenital malformation that affects the normal esophageal development. Surgical treatment, although restoring the integrity of the alimentary tract, may lead to long-term sequelae-like developmental abnormalities and musculoskeletal deformities. We evaluated the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on the recovery of the range of the right upper limb movement and on the rise of the auxological parameters. A case series of five children affected by type C EA were described. Six OMT sessions were performed over a 4-month period. At each treatment, height, weight, body mass index (BMI) and range of motion (ROM) in elevation of the right upper limb were assessed. OMT was applied to improve scar, larynx, rib cage, and sternum mobility. An average change of 2.3 cm in height and an average increase of 8° in the ROM of the upper limb in the period of study were detected. Additionally, OMT could improve the anthropometric data and the mobility of the right upper limb of children surgically treated for EA. Further studies that evaluate the effectiveness of OMT in post surgical treatment of congenital malformations of the thorax can be considered in the future.
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Vismara L, Gianmaria Tarantino A, Bergna A, Bianchi G, Bragalini C, Billò E, Dal Farra F, Buffone F, Agosti M. Correlation between diminished vagal tone and somatic dysfunction severity in very and extremely low birth weight preterm infants assessed with frequency spectrum heart rate variability and salivary cortisol. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30565. [PMID: 36197184 PMCID: PMC9509086 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is evolving in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) setting. Studies showed its efficacy in length of stay and hospitalization costs reduction. Moreover, it was suggested that OMT has a modulatory effect on the preterm infants' autonomic nervous system (ANS), influencing saturation and heart rate. Even if OMT is based on the palpatory examination of the somatic dysfunctions (SD), there are controversies about its identification and clinical relevance. The objective of this study was to evaluate the inter-rater reliability, clinical characteristics, and functional correlation of the SD Grade score with the heart rate variability (HRV) and the salivary cortisol (sCor) using a multivariate linear model approach. To evaluate those features, we implemented an ad hoc SD examination for preterm infants that was performed by 2 trained osteopaths. It was based on the new variability model of SD that includes an SD Grade assessment procedure. The ANS features were assessed by frequency parameters of HRV studying high frequency (HF), low frequency (LF), and HF/LF, whereas sCor was tested with a radioimmunoassay. The ANS assessment was standardized and performed before SD testing. Sixty-nine premature infants were eligible. SD Grade showed excellent concordance between the blinded raters. Using SD Grade as a grouping variable, the infants presented differences in GA, Apgar, pathological findings, length of stay, and ventilatory assistance. In our multivariate model, HF, LF, and LF/HF resulted linearly correlated with SD Grade. Instead, sCor presented a linear correlation with 5' Apgar and respiratory distress syndrome but not with SD Grade. SD Grade was in line with the natural history of the underdevelopment due to prematurity. Our models indicate that the cardiac vagal tone is linearly related with SD Grade. This finding may improve the multidisciplinary decision making inside NICU and the management of modifiable factors, like SD, for cardiac vagal tone regulation.
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- Luca Vismara
- Division of Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano, Piancavallo-Verbania, Italy
- Division of Paediatric, Manima Non-Profit Organization Social Assistance and Healthcare, Milan, Italy
- Department of Research, SOMA – Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
- *Correspondence: Luca Vismara, Division of Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, IRCCS IstitutoAuxologico Italiano, Piancavallo-Verbania, Italy (e-mail: )
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- Department of Research, SOMA – Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
- Woman and Child Department, Varese Hospital, Insubria University, via Ravasi 2 21100 Varese, Italy
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- Woman and Child Department, Varese Hospital, Insubria University, via Ravasi 2 21100 Varese, Italy
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- PPCR, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - ECPE, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Research, SOMA – Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Woman and Child Department, Varese Hospital, Insubria University, via Ravasi 2 21100 Varese, Italy
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- Department of Research, SOMA – Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
- Woman and Child Department, Varese Hospital, Insubria University, via Ravasi 2 21100 Varese, Italy
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- PPCR, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - ECPE, Boston, MA, USA
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Gentle Touch Therapy, Pain Relief and Neuroplasticity at Baseline in Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Randomized, Multicenter Trial with Six-Month Follow-Up. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11164898. [PMID: 36013137 PMCID: PMC9410244 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11164898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 08/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is considered a stress-related disorder characterized mainly by chronic widespread pain. Its pathogenesis is unknown, but cumulative evidence points at dysfunctional transmitter systems and inflammatory biomarkers that may underlie the major symptoms of the condition. This study aimed to evaluate pain scores (primary outcome), quality of life, inflammatory biomarkers and neurotransmitter systems in women with FM (secondary outcomes) subjected to gentle touch therapy (GTT) or placebo. Methods: A total of 64 female patients with FM were randomly assigned to two groups, namely GTT (n = 32) or Placebo (n = 32). Clinical assessments were conducted at baseline and post-intervention with six-month follow-up. We measured serum catecholamines (dopamine), indolamines and intermediary metabolites (serotonin or 5-hydroxyindolacetic acid (5-HIAA)), as well as tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4), which is a cofactor for the synthesis of neurotransmitters and inflammatory biomarkers in women with FM. A group of healthy individuals with no intervention (control group) was used to compare biochemical measurements. Intervention effects were analyzed using repeated measures (RM) two-way ANOVA followed by Bonferroni post hoc test and mixed ANCOVA model with intention to treat. Results: Compared to placebo, the GTT group presented lower pain scores and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels without altering the quality of life of women with FM. Changes in BDNF had a mediating role in pain. Higher baseline serum BDNF and 5-HIAA or those with a history of anxiety disorder showed a higher reduction in pain scores across time. However, women with higher serum dopamine levels at baseline showed a lower effect of the intervention across the observation period revealed by an ANCOVA mixed model. Conclusions: In conclusion, lower pain scores were observed in the GTT group compared to the placebo group without altering the quality of life in women with FM. Reductions in BDNF levels could be a mechanism of FM pain status improvement. In this sense, the present study encourages the use of these GTT techniques as an integrative and complementary treatment of FM.
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D'Alessandro G, Ruffini N, Iacopini A, Annoni M, Kossowsky J, Cerritelli F. Five challenges for manual therapies trials with placebo controls: A proposal. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2022.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Tissutal and Fluidic Aspects in Osteopathic Manual Therapy: A Narrative Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10061014. [PMID: 35742064 PMCID: PMC9222872 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10061014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2022] [Revised: 05/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Over the years, several authors have discussed the possibility of considering somatic dysfunction (SD) as a “nosological element” detectable on palpation. There are many aspects to consider regarding the etiology and diagnosis of SD, and the literature on osteopathic issues provides details on physiological signs that characterize it, including tissue texture changes. Recent knowledge suggests that how tissue and, in particular, connective tissue, responds to osteopathic treatment may depend on the modulation of the inflammation degree. Low-grade inflammation (LGI) may act on the extracellular matrix (ECM) and on cellular elements; and these mechanisms may be mediated by biological water. With its molecules organized in structures called exclusion zones (EZ), water could explain the functioning of both healthy and injured tissues, and how they can respond to osteopathic treatment with possible EZ normalization as a result. The relationship between inflammation and DS and the mechanisms involved are described by several authors; however, this review suggests a new model relating to the characteristics of DS and to its clinical implications by linking to LGI. Tissue alterations detectable by osteopathic palpation would be mediated by body fluids and in particular by biological water which has well-defined biophysical characteristics. Research in this area is certainly still to be explored, but our suggestion seems plausible to explain many dynamics related to osteopathic treatment. We believe that this could open up a fascinating scenario of therapeutic possibilities and knowledge in the future.
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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Regulates Autonomic Markers in Preterm Infants: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10050813. [PMID: 35627950 PMCID: PMC9141319 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10050813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2022] [Revised: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been found to be effective in the context of premature infants. Nonetheless, no studies have investigated the immediate effects of OMT on heart rate variability (HRV). As altered HRV reflects poor or worsening newborn’s clinical conditions and neurodevelopment, should OMT improve HRV fluctuations, it could become a relevant intervention for improving the care of preterm newborns. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate whether OMT could affect HRV. The study was carried out at the Buzzi Hospital in Milan. From the neonatal intensive care unit, ninety-six preterm infants (41 males) were enrolled and were randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups: OMT or Static Touch. The infants were born at 33.5 weeks (±4.3) and had a mean birth weight of 2067 g (±929). The study had as primary outcome the change in the beat-to-beat variance in heart rate measured through root mean square of consecutive RR interval differences (RMSSD); other metrics were used as secondary and exploratory analyses. Despite the lack of statistically significant results regarding the primary outcomeand some study limitations, compared to static touch, OMT seemed to favor a parasympathetic modulation and improved HRV, which could reflect improvement in newborn’s clinical conditions and development.
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Cases-Solé R, Varillas-Delgado D, Astals-Vizcaino M, García-Algar Ó. Efficacy and Feasibility of an Osteopathic Intervention for Neurocognitive and Behavioral Symptoms Usually Associated With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Front Behav Neurosci 2022; 16:860223. [PMID: 35368309 PMCID: PMC8965441 DOI: 10.3389/fnbeh.2022.860223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and feasibility of a 4-week planned osteopathic manipulative treatment intervention on the improvement of neurocognitive and behavioral symptoms usually associated with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Thirty-two symptomatic children without fetal alcohol spectrum disorder aged 3-6 years with low level of attention from two schools and an osteopathic center were recruited in a prospective randomized pilot study in an osteopathic manipulative treatment group [osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)] or a control group (standard support measures). Neurocognitive maturity test results for attention (A), iconic memory (IM), spatial structuration (SS), and visual perception (VP) were recorded at baseline and post-intervention. No adverse effects were communicated and there were no dropouts. A significant increase in neurocognitive assessments was observed in children in the OMT group at post-treatment. Intergroup post-intervention statistical differences were found for A, SS, and IM were p = 0.005, p < 0.001, and p < 0.001, respectively; no differences were seen for VP (p = 0.097). This study shows that a 4-week osteopathic manipulative treatment intervention may be a feasible and effective therapeutic approach for neurocognitive and behavioral symptoms usually present in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, justifying more studies on children affected by this condition.
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- Ramon Cases-Solé
- Centre Osteopatia La Seu, Lleida, Spain
- Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Neonatology, Hospital Clínic-Maternitat, ICGON, BCNatal, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Neonatology, Hospital Clínic-Maternitat, ICGON, BCNatal, Barcelona, Spain
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Castagna C, Consorti G, Turinetto M, Lunghi C. Osteopathic Models Integration Radar Plot: A Proposed Framework for Osteopathic Diagnostic Clinical Reasoning. JOURNAL OF CHIROPRACTIC HUMANITIES 2021; 28:49-59. [PMID: 35002577 PMCID: PMC8720649 DOI: 10.1016/j.echu.2021.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Revised: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this article is to propose a tool to assist with clinical reasoning to select and integrate different osteopathic models and evidence-based actions into clinical practice. DISCUSSION The authors adopted the guidelines for writing a commentary as a reporting framework for the present article. The proposed Osteopathic Models Integration Radar Plot has potential for integration into clinical practice and the educational environment. This framework may enable clinicians to manage complex clinical phenomena, such as musculoskeletal disorders related to allostatic load. CONCLUSION This proposed framework may be helpful to communicate the outcome of osteopathic evaluations to other healthcare professionals. This proposed model will need to be tested to determine feasibility.
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- Carmine Castagna
- Education Department of Osteopathy, Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
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- Education Department of Osteopathy, Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
- Clinical-based Human Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- Education Department of Osteopathy, Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
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- Clinical-based Human Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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D'Alessandro G, Ruffini N, Iacopini A, Annoni M, Kossowsky J, Cerritelli F. Overcoming placebo-related challenges in manual therapy trials: The ‘whats and hows’ and the ‘touch equality assumption’ proposals. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2021.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Baroni F, Tramontano M, Barsotti N, Chiera M, Lanaro D, Lunghi C. Osteopathic structure/function models renovation for a person-centered approach: a narrative review and integrative hypothesis. JOURNAL OF COMPLEMENTARY & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 2021; 0:jcim-2021-0430. [PMID: 34758518 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2021-0430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/02/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The construct of the osteopathic structure-function models is reported as a cornerstone of clinical reasoning and treatment processes. Nevertheless, there are no shared procedures described for their use in clinical practice. The present narrative review aims to analyze a more comprehensive perspective on the phenomenon. METHODS A structured narrative review was conducted. A database search was conducted using Pubmed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Peer-reviewed papers without specifying limits on dates and design were included. RESULTS Twenty-five findings were reported and grouped into two main themes: 1) Debate on models and theoretical frameworks for osteopathic care; 2) Clinical reasoning and decision-making process in the osteopathic field. CONCLUSIONS An integrated osteopathic care approach based on the structure/function models represents a starting point to establish a shared osteopathic diagnostic and clinical reasoning and an evidence-informed practice promoting health in an interdisciplinary person-centered care process. The present review highlights the limited amount of literature on using osteopathic conceptual models in decision-making and treatment strategies. A research plan is required to develop a common framework for an evidence-based osteopathic practice that promotes well-being in an interdisciplinary person-centered care process.
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- Francesca Baroni
- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Research Division, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Research Division, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
- Research Commission on Manual Therapies and Mind-Body Disciplines, Società Italiana di Psico Neuro Endocrino Immunologia, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Research Division, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
- Research Commission on Manual Therapies and Mind-Body Disciplines, Società Italiana di Psico Neuro Endocrino Immunologia, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Research Division, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
- Research Commission on Manual Therapies and Mind-Body Disciplines, Società Italiana di Psico Neuro Endocrino Immunologia, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Research Division, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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Bohlen L, Shaw R, Cerritelli F, Esteves JE. Osteopathy and Mental Health: An Embodied, Predictive, and Interoceptive Framework. Front Psychol 2021; 12:767005. [PMID: 34777176 PMCID: PMC8578726 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.767005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Globally, mental and musculoskeletal disorders present with high prevalence, disease burden, and comorbidity. In order to improve the quality of care for patients with persistent physical and comorbid mental health conditions, person-centered care approaches addressing psychosocial factors are currently advocated. Central to successful person-centered care is a multidisciplinary collaboration between mental health and musculoskeletal specialists underpinned by a robust therapeutic alliance. Such a collaborative approach might be found in osteopathy, which is typically utilized to treat patients with musculoskeletal disorders but may arguably also benefit mental health outcomes. However, research and practice exploring the reputed effect of osteopathy on patients with mental health problems lack a robust framework. In this hypothesis and theory article, we build upon research from embodied cognition, predictive coding, interoception, and osteopathy to propose an embodied, predictive and interoceptive framework that underpins osteopathic person-centered care for individuals with persistent physical and comorbid mental health problems. Based on the premise that, for example, chronic pain and comorbid depression are underlined by overly precise predictions or imprecise sensory information, we hypothesize that osteopathic treatment may generate strong interoceptive prediction errors that update the generative model underpinning the experience of pain and depression. Thus, physical and mental symptoms may be reduced through active and perceptual inference. We discuss how these theoretical perspectives can inform future research into osteopathy and mental health to reduce the burden of comorbid psychological factors in patients with persistent physical symptoms and support person-centered multidisciplinary care in mental health.
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- Lucas Bohlen
- Osteopathic Research Institute, Osteopathie Schule Deutschland, Hamburg, Germany
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- Scandinavian College of Osteopathy, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ARCCIM), University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
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- Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ARCCIM), University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
- Clinical-based Human Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- Clinical-based Human Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
- Research Department, University College of Osteopathy, London, United Kingdom
- International College of Osteopathic Medicine, Malta, Italy
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Martins DF, Viseux FJF, Salm DC, Ribeiro ACA, da Silva HKL, Seim LA, Bittencourt EB, Bianco G, Moré AOO, Reed WR, Mazzardo-Martins L. The role of the vagus nerve in fibromyalgia syndrome. Neurosci Biobehav Rev 2021; 131:1136-1149. [PMID: 34710514 DOI: 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2021.10.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Fibromyalgia (FM) syndrome is a common illness characterized by chronic widespread pain, sleep problems, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. Dysfunctional neurotransmitter systems that influence the body's endogenous stress response systems are thought to underlie many of the major FM-related symptoms. A model of FM pathogenesis suggests biological and psychosocial variables interact to influence the genetic predisposition, but the precise mechanisms remain unclear. The Polyvagal Theory provides a theoretical framework from which to investigate potential biological mechanisms. The vagus nerve (VN) has anti-inflammatory properties via its afferent and efferent fibers. A low vagal tone (as assessed by low heart rate variability), has been observed in painful and inflammatory diseases, including FM, while the ventral branch of the VN is linked to emotional expression and social engagement. These anti-inflammatory and psychological (limbic system) properties of the VN may possess therapeutic potential in treating FM. This review paper summarizes the scientific literature regarding the potential role of the VN in transducing and/or therapeutically managing FM signs and symptoms.
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- Daniel F Martins
- Experimental Neuroscience Laboratory (LaNEx), Physiotherapy Graduate Course, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil.
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- Laboratoire d'Automatique, de Mécanique et d'Informatique industrielle et Humaine (LAMIH), UMR CNRS 8201, Université Polytechnique des Hauts-de-France, Valenciennes, France; Centre d'Evaluation et de Traitement de la Douleur (CETD), Hôpital Jean Bernard, Centre Hospitalier de Valenciennes, F-59322 Valenciennes, France
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- Experimental Neuroscience Laboratory (LaNEx), Physiotherapy Graduate Course, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Experimental Neuroscience Laboratory (LaNEx), Physiotherapy Graduate Course, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Experimental Neuroscience Laboratory (LaNEx), Physiotherapy Graduate Course, University of Southern Santa Catarina, Palhoça, SC, Brazil
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- Hospital Internal Medicine, 4500 San Pablo Road, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Research Laboratory of Posturology and Neuromodulation RELPON, Department of Human Neuroscience, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy; Istituto di Formazione in Agopuntura e Neuromodulazione IFAN, Rome, Italy
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- Integrative Medicine and Acupuncture Service, University Hospital, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA; Rehabilitation Science Program, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Postgraduate Program in Neuroscience, Center of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Li R, Jose A, Poon J, Zou C, Istafanos M, Yao SC. Efficacy of osteopathic manipulative treatment in patients with Parkinson's disease: a narrative review. J Osteopath Med 2021; 121:891-898. [PMID: 34547197 DOI: 10.1515/jom-2021-0081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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CONTEXT Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease that leads to impaired motor and non-motor function in patients. PD is non-curative and gradually reduces quality of life, leading patients to seek treatment for symptom management. Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) applies the biomechanical, neurologic, circulatory, metabolic, and psychosocial models in approaching and treating the major symptomatology of PD patients. OBJECTIVES This article evaluates the literature published in the past 10 years analyzing evidence on OMT and its functional application on gait, balance, motor function, bradykinesia, and autonomic dysfunctions, and to identify promising avenues for further investigation. METHODS The authors obtained studies from the research databases MEDLINE/PubMed, ScienceDaily, and EBSCO, as well as the Journal of American Osteopathic Association's published archives. Searches were conducted in December 2020 utilizing the search phrases "OMM" (osteopathic manipulative medicine), "OMT," "osteopathic," "Parkinson Disease," "manual therapy," "physical therapy," "training," "autonomics," "gait," and "balance." Articles published between 2010 and 2021 including subjects with Parkinson's disease and the use of OMT or any other form of manual therapy were included. Five authors independently performed literature searches and methodically resolved any disagreements over article selection together. RESULTS There were a total of 10,064 hits, from which 53 articles were considered, and five articles were selected based on the criteria. CONCLUSIONS The progressive nature of PD places symptom management on the forefront of maintaining patients' quality of life. OMT has demonstrated the greatest efficacy on managing motor-related and neurologic symptoms and assists in treating the greater prevalence of somatic dysfunctions that arise from the disease. Research in this field remains limited and should be the target of future research.
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- Raymond Li
- NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY, USA
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- Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Chair, NYIT-College of Osteopathic Medicine, Glen Head, NY, USA
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Price JW. Osteopathic model of the development and prevention of occupational musculoskeletal disorders. J Osteopath Med 2021; 121:287-305. [PMID: 33635956 DOI: 10.1515/jom-2020-0060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Context The direct and indirect costs of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are significant. Prevention is the most effective way to control these costs. To do that, we must understand how these disorders develop. Objectives To use the five models of osteopathic care to illustrate how cellular processes and neural reflexes interact to create work-related musculoskeletal pathology and to provide evidence-informed musculoskeletal injury and disability prevention recommendations. Methods A literature review of electronic databases (Google Scholar, PubMed, OVID, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, PEDro, and OSTMED.DR) from inception to October 16, 2019 and hand-search of publication references was performed for systematic reviews, cohort studies, case-control studies, and randomized controlled trials. The search terms reflected topics related to occupational injury and injury prevention, and included supplementary laboratory studies and narrative reviews related to the biological aspects of musculoskeletal injury. The eligible studies contained the following criteria: (1) the population of working age; (2) exposures to known risk factors, musculoskeletal disorders, and psychosocial factors; (3) written in English; (4) full text papers published in peer-reviewed journals; and (5) systematic review, cohort study, case-control study, and randomized controlled trial methodology. Studies were excluded if they included outcomes of productivity and costs only or outcomes that were assessed through qualitative methods only. Results The literature search resulted in 1,074 citations; 26 clinical studies and 14 systematic reviews were used in this review. A comprehensive workplace musculoskeletal disorder prevention program should match demands to capacity, correct dysfunctional movement patterns, and limit tissue vulnerability (biomechanical-structural model); restore alpha-gamma balance, tonic-phasic synergistic function, and autonomic balance (neurological model); maximize physiologic reserve (metabolic-energy model) component of a prevention program; optimize respiration and circulation (respiratory-circulatory model); and address cognitive distortions (behavioral-biopsychosocial model). Conclusions The presented osteopathic model of the development and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders suggests that a combination of preventive interventions will be more effective than any single preventive intervention.
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- James William Price
- Ascension St. Vincent Occupational Medicine Clinic, Evansville, IN, USA.,College of Osteopathic Medicine, Marion University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Amatuzzi F, Gervazoni Balbuena de Lima AC, Da Silva ML, Cipriano GFB, Catai AM, Cahalin LP, Chiappa G, Cipriano G. Acute and Time-Course Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment on Vascular and Autonomic Function in Patients With Heart Failure: A Randomized Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2021; 44:455-466. [PMID: 34456043 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2019] [Revised: 08/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purposed of this study was to valuate the effect of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on flow-mediated dilation and heart rate variability of patients with heart failure. BACKGROUND Osteopathic manipulative treatment modulates both the vascular and autonomic nervous system (ANS) in healthy volunteers. However, the acute and time-course effects of the OMT on patients with an overactive ANS remain unclear. METHODS This randomized controlled trial study included 20 patients with heart failure aged 50 to 60 years, allocated to a single session of OMT (base of the skull, retromaxillary region, heart, and thoracic duct) or sham. Flow-mediated dilation (FMD) at the brachial artery, hemodynamic measures, and heart rate variability were assessed in 3 periods (baseline, immediately after the intervention, and after 15 minutes). Multivariate analysis of variance procedure was used to compare intervention and periods. RESULTS The OMT group had a greater FMD modulation compared with the sham (FMD,% = 9.5 vs. -5.6, 95% confidence interval (CI): [6.6, -12.35] vs. [-14.25, 2.8]; p = 0.001) and grater peak diameter (PD, mm = 0.77 vs -0.16 mm, 95% CI: [0.31,-1.24] vs [-0.63, 0.29]; P = 0.001), suggesting an important acute and time-course vascular effect from OMT. We also found some relevant heart rate variability modulation after 15 minutes from OMT: high frequency (HF, ms2 = 295 vs -354, 95% CI: [144.2, -769]; P = .001) and low frequency (LF, ms2) = 670 vs 775, 95% CI: [-98, 3591]; P = .001), suggesting a time-course ANS modulation after OMT. CONCLUSIONS Osteopathic manipulative treatment was effective at increasing brachial blood flow and stimulating the vagal system in patients with heart failure. Moreover, vascular changes seem to precede the autonomic modulation.
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- Physical Therapy Department, Federal University of São Carlos, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Centro Universitário de Anápolis, Anápolis, Anápolis, GO, Brazil
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- Health Sciences and Technology Program, University of Brasília, Brasília, DF, Brazil
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Rotter G, Binting S, Tissen-Diabaté T, Ortiz M, Brinkhaus B. Osteopathic Medicine in Four Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain Diseases: An Observational Trial with Follow-Up. Complement Med Res 2021; 29:53-66. [PMID: 34515079 DOI: 10.1159/000518311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2020] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain diseases (CMPDs) often use osteopathic medicine (OM), although the changes in patients with pain diseases are still insufficiently investigated. This study aimed to observe changes along and after OM in addition to routine care on pain, functioning, and quality of life in patients with four CMPDs. METHODS In this observational trial with follow-up, patients suffering from chronic neck pain (CNP, n = 10), chronic low back pain (CLBP, n = 10), chronic shoulder pain (CSP, n = 10), or chronic knee pain (CKP, n = 10) received up to six OM sessions in addition to routine care. RESULTS A total of 40 patients (73% female, mean age 47.7 ± 8.3 years, mean pain intensity 59.4 ± 12.5 mm, measured by a visual analog scale [VAS] 0-100 mm) were included. After 26 weeks, there was an improvement in the VAS pain score in the whole population (mean difference to baseline -33.1 mm [95% CI -40.5 to -25.7]), as well in the patients with the four diseases: CNP (-33.7 mm [-54.7 to -12.6]), CLBP (-28.2 mm [-47.9 to -8.4]), CSP (-32.4 [-46.8 to -18.0]), and CKP (-38.1 mm [-49.1 to -27.0]). Regarding disease-specific outcomes, we found improvements in CNP, as measured by the neck disability index (scale 0-50; mean difference -3.6 [-9.0 to 1.9]), CLBP, as measured by the low back pain rating scale (scale 0-60; -3.4 [-12.5 to 5.7]), CSP, as measured by the disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand score (scale 0-100; -13.4 [-23.1 to -3.7]), and CKP, as measured by the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (scale 0-96; -13.0 [-23.5 to -2.5]). These improvements persisted through week 52. No adverse events were observed. CONCLUSION The study observed beneficial changes along and after the OM treatment in addition to routine care in patients with four different CMPDs. High-quality, multicenter randomized controlled trials are strongly needed to compare the effectiveness of OM and standard care interventions in treating CMPDs in the future. We have provided sufficient data for sample size calculations for these trials.
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- Gabriele Rotter
- Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany.,Kurt-Singer-Institute for Music Physiology and Musicians Health, Hanns Eisler School of Music Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Institute of Social Medicine, Epidemiology and Health Economics, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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Leite VA, da Costa Silva L, Gustavo de Oliveira A, Machado W, Reis MS. Immediate effects of the high-velocity low-amplitude thrust on the heart rate autonomic modulation of judo athletes. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2021; 27:535-542. [PMID: 34391283 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2020] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 04/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION There is controversy about the repercussions of high speed-low amplitude thrust (HVLAT) manipulation in the thoracic region on the autonomic nervous system. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the immediate effects of the HVLAT in the high thoracic region on the heart rate autonomic modulation of judo athletes. METHODS In the experimental study, thirty-eight healthy men divided into 2 groups (Judo athletes and non-athletes) having heart rate variability (HRV) collected beat-to-beat using a cardio-pacemater during all stages of the manipulation: i) rest, ii) time 1 (participant positioning), iii) time 2 (positioning of the participant together with the therapist), iv) HVLAT manipulation, v) post 5min, vi) post 10min and vii) post 15min HVLAT. Systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), breath frequency (BF), and HRV were also analyzed. RESULTS A higher sympathetic modulation was observed with an increase in the standard deviation of successive normal R-R intervals (SDNN) and SD2 indices representing the total variability, however, there was no significant statistical difference in the root mean square of the mean squared differences (RMSSD), percentual of interval differences of successive NN intervals greater than 50 ms (pNN50), and SD1 variables, which represent the parasympathetic nervous system. CONCLUSION HVLAT manipulation was able to decrease HRV during manipulation, reflecting sympathetic hyperactivity. However, the return of the HRV indices to the baseline conditions in the first minutes of recovery in Judo athletes and non-athletes reflected the safety of the application of the manipulation in these conditions studied.
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- Vanessa Alves Leite
- Grupo de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Reabilitação Cardiorrespiratória (GECARE), Departamento de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física / Escola de Educação Física e Desportos (EEFD), Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil
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- Grupo de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Reabilitação Cardiorrespiratória (GECARE), Departamento de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Grupo de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Reabilitação Cardiorrespiratória (GECARE), Departamento de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Grupo de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Reabilitação Cardiorrespiratória (GECARE), Departamento de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física / Escola de Educação Física e Desportos (EEFD), Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil
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- Grupo de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Reabilitação Cardiorrespiratória (GECARE), Departamento de Fisioterapia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física / Escola de Educação Física e Desportos (EEFD), Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Cardiologia, Instituto do Coração Edson Saad, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Cerritelli F, Chiacchiaretta P, Gambi F, Saggini R, Perrucci MG, Ferretti A. Osteopathy modulates brain-heart interaction in chronic pain patients: an ASL study. Sci Rep 2021; 11:4556. [PMID: 33633195 PMCID: PMC7907192 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-83893-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2020] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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In this study we used a combination of measures including regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) and heart rate variability (HRV) to investigate brain-heart correlates of longitudinal baseline changes of chronic low back pain (cLBP) after osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). Thirty-two right-handed patients were randomised and divided into 4 weekly session of OMT (N = 16) or Sham (N = 16). Participants aged 42.3 ± 7.3 (M/F: 20/12) with cLBP (duration: 14.6 ± 8.0 m). At the end of the study, patients receiving OMT showed decreased baseline rCBF within several regions belonging to the pain matrix (left posterior insula, left anterior cingulate cortex, left thalamus), sensory regions (left superior parietal lobe), middle frontal lobe and left cuneus. Conversely, rCBF was increased in right anterior insula, bilateral striatum, left posterior cingulate cortex, right prefrontal cortex, left cerebellum and right ventroposterior lateral thalamus in the OMT group as compared with Sham. OMT showed a statistically significant negative correlation between baseline High Frequency HRV changes and rCBF changes at T2 in the left posterior insula and bilateral lentiform nucleus. The same brain regions showed a positive correlation between rCBF changes and Low Frequency HRV baseline changes at T2. These findings suggest that OMT can play a significant role in regulating brain-heart interaction mechanisms.
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- Francesco Cerritelli
- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini, 33, Chieti Scalo, Italy ,Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Foundation C.O.ME. Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini, 33, Chieti Scalo, Italy ,grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941ITAB-Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini, 33, Chieti Scalo, Italy ,grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941ITAB-Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941School of Specialty in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini, 33, Chieti Scalo, Italy ,grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941ITAB-Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941Department of Neuroscience, Imaging and Clinical Sciences, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini, 33, Chieti Scalo, Italy ,grid.412451.70000 0001 2181 4941ITAB-Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, “G. D’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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Kania AM, Weiler KN, Kurian AP, Opena ML, Orellana JN, Stauss HM. Activation of the cholinergic antiinflammatory reflex by occipitoatlantal decompression and transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation. J Osteopath Med 2021; 121:401-415. [PMID: 33694358 DOI: 10.1515/jom-2020-0071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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CONTEXT The parasympathetic-mediated inflammatory reflex inhibits excessive proinflammatory cytokine production. Noninvasive techniques, including occipitoatlantal decompression (OA-D) and transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS), have been demonstrated to increase parasympathetic tone. OBJECTIVES To test the hypothesis that OA-D and taVNS increase parasympathetic nervous system activity and inhibit proinflammatory cytokine mobilization and/or production. METHODS Healthy adult participants were randomized to receive OA-D (5 min of OA-D followed by 10 min of rest; n=8), taVNS (15 min; n=9), or no intervention (15 min, time control; n=10) on three consecutive days. Before and after these interventions, saliva samples were collected for determination of the cytokines interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-8 (IL-8), and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α). Arterial blood pressure and the electrocardiogram were recorded for a 30-min baseline, throughout the intervention, and during a 30-min recovery period to derive heart rate and blood pressure variability markers as indices of vagal and sympathetic control. RESULTS OA-D and taVNS increased root mean square of successive RR interval differences (RMSSD) and high frequency heart rate variability, which are established markers for parasympathetic modulation of cardiac function. In all three groups, the experimental protocol was associated with a significant increase in salivary cytokine concentrations. However, the increase in IL-1β was significantly less in the taVNS group (+66 ± 13 pg/mL; p<0.05) than in the time control group (+142 ± 24 pg/mL). A similar trend was observed in the taVNS group for TNF-α (+1.7 ± 0.3 pg/mL vs. 4.1 ± 1.3 pg/mL; p<0.10). In the OA-D group baseline IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α levels on the third study day were significantly lower than on the first study day (IL-6: 2.3 ± 0.4 vs. 3.2 ± 0.6 pg/mL, p<0.05; IL-8: 190 ± 61 vs. 483 ± 125 pg/mL, p <0.05; TNF-α: 1.2 ± 0.3 vs. 2.3 ± 0.4 pg/mL, p<0.05). OA-D decreased mean blood pressure from the first (100 ± 8 mmHg) to the second (92 ± 6 mmHg; p<0.05) and third (93 ± 8 mmHg; p<0.05) study days and reduced low frequency spectral power of systolic blood pressure variability (19 ± 3 mmHg2 after OA-D vs. 28 ± 5 mmHg2 before OA-D; p<0.05), a marker of sympathetic modulation of vascular tone. OA-D also increased baroreceptor-heart rate reflex sensitivity from the first (13.7 ± 3.0 ms/mmHg) to the second (18.4 ± 4.3 ms/mmHg; p<0.05) and third (16.9 ± 4.2 ms/mmHg; p<0.05) study days. CONCLUSIONS Both OA-D and taVNS elicited antiinflammatory responses that were associated with increases in heart rate variability-derived markers for parasympathetic function. These findings suggest that OA-D and taVNS activate the parasympathetic antiinflammatory reflex. Furthermore, an antihypertensive effect was observed with OA-D that may be mediated by reduced sympathetic modulation of vascular tone and/or increased baroreceptor reflex sensitivity.
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- Adrienne M Kania
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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Dalgleish AS, Kania AM, Stauss HM, Jelen AZ. Occipitoatlantal decompression and noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation slow conduction velocity through the atrioventricular node in healthy participants. J Osteopath Med 2021; 121:349-359. [PMID: 33694346 DOI: 10.1515/jom-2020-0213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2020] [Accepted: 12/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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CONTEXT Management of atrial fibrillation includes either rhythm control that aims at establishing a sinus rhythm or rate control that aims at lowering the ventricular rate, usually with atrioventricular nodal blocking agents. Another potential strategy for ventricular rate control is to induce a negative dromotropic effect by augmenting cardiac vagal activity, which might be possible through noninvasive and nonpharmacologic techniques. Thus, the hypothesis of this study was that occipitoatlantal decompression (OA-D) and transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) not only increase cardiac parasympathetic tone as assessed by heart rate variability (HRV), but also slow atrioventricular conduction, assessed by the PQ-interval of the electrocardiogram (EKG) in generally healthy study participants without atrial fibrillation. OBJECTIVES To test whether OA-D and/or transcutaneous taVNS, which have been demonstrated to increase cardiac parasympathetic nervous system activity, would also elicit a negative dromotropic effect and prolong atrioventricular conduction. METHODS EKGs were recorded in 28 healthy volunteers on three consecutive days during a 30 min baseline recording, a 15 min intervention, and a 30 min recovery period. Participants were randomly assigned to one of three experimental groups that differed in the 15 min intervention. The first group received OA-D for 5 min, followed by 10 min of rest. The second group received 15 min of taVNS. The intervention in the third group that served as a time control group (CTR) consisted of 15 min of rest. The RR- and PQ-intervals were extracted from the EKGs and then used to assess HRV and AV-conduction, respectively. RESULTS The OA-D group had nine participants (32.1%), the taVNS group had 10 participants (35.7%), and the CTR group had nine participants (32.1%). The root mean square of successive differences between normal heartbeats (RMSSD), an HRV measure of cardiac parasympathetic modulation, tended to be higher during the recovery period than during the baseline recording in the OA-D group (mean ± standard error of the mean [SEM], 54.6 ± 15.5 vs. 49.8 ± 15.8 ms; p<0.10) and increased significantly in the taVNS group (mean ± SEM, 28.8 ± 5.7 vs. 24.7 ± 4.8 ms; p<0.05), but not in the control group (mean ± SEM, 31.4 ± 4.2 vs. 28.5 ± 3.8 ms; p=0.31). This increase in RMSSD was accompanied by a lengthening of the PQ-interval in the OA-D (mean ± SEM, 170.5 ± 9.6 vs. 166.8 ± 9.7 ms; p<0.05) and taVNS (mean ± SEM, 166.6 ± 6.0 vs. 162.1 ± 5.6 ms; p<0.05) groups, but not in the control group (mean ± SEM, 164.3 ± 9.2 vs. 163.1 ± 9.1 ms; p=0.31). The PQ-intervals during the baseline recordings did not differ on the three study days in any of the three groups, suggesting that the negative dromotropic effect of OA-D and taVNS did not last into the following day. CONCLUSIONS The lengthening of the PQ-interval in the OA-D and taVNS groups was accompanied by an increase in RMSSD. This implies that the negative dromotropic effects of OA-D and taVNS are mediated through an increase in cardiac parasympathetic tone. Whether these findings suggest their utility in controlling ventricular rates during persistent atrial fibrillation remains to be determined.
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- Ariana S Dalgleish
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Departments of Biomedical Sciences, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, USA
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Lunghi C, Iacopini A, Baroni F, Consorti G, Cerritelli F. Thematic Analysis of Attitudes Held by a Group of Italian Osteopaths Toward Osteopathic Evaluation, Treatment, and Management in the Neonatal and Pediatric Field: A Qualitative Study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2021; 44:164-175. [PMID: 33431275 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2020.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2019] [Revised: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to investigate the attitudes held by a group of Italian osteopaths toward osteopathic evaluation, treatment, and management in the neonatal and pediatric field. METHODS A thematic analysis with elements of grounded-theory approaches was used. Purposive sampling was used to recruit expert osteopaths in the neonatal and pediatric field. Data were gathered from July 2017 to January 2018 by individual semistructured interviews and transcribed verbatim. A thematic analysis of the data was then performed. The Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research checklist was used to structure the design of this qualitative study. RESULTS Eight osteopaths participated. Data analysis generated 3 main themes: the role of the osteopath in the collaborative process of care, osteopathic diagnostic-clinical reasoning in the neonatal and pediatric field, and osteopathic treatment in the neonatal and pediatric field. CONCLUSION The present study highlights that Italian osteopaths may prefer interprofessional and integrative activities aimed at supporting adaptive capacity and resilience for pediatric patients.
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- Christian Lunghi
- Qualitative Research Division, COME Collaboration ONLUS, Pescara, Italy; Malta ICOM Educational, San Gilijan, Malta.
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- Qualitative Research Division, COME Collaboration ONLUS, Pescara, Italy
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- Qualitative Research Division, COME Collaboration ONLUS, Pescara, Italy; Malta ICOM Educational, San Gilijan, Malta
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- Qualitative Research Division, COME Collaboration ONLUS, Pescara, Italy; Research Department of the Centre pour l'Etude, la Recherche et la Diffusion Osteopathiques, Rome, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, COME Collaboration ONLUS, Pescara, Italy
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Carnevali L, Cerritelli F, Guolo F, Sgoifo A. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment and Cardiovascular Autonomic Parameters in Rugby Players: A Randomized, Sham-Controlled Trial. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2021; 44:319-329. [PMID: 33436300 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2020.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2020] [Revised: 07/23/2020] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on cardiovascular autonomic parameters after a rugby match. METHODS Resting and reactivity (ie, response to orthostasis) measures of mean arterial pressure, heart rate, and heart rate variability were assessed in 23 male players after a single session of OMT, both 18 to 20 hours after a rugby match and in a corresponding no-match condition, in a randomized, sham-controlled, crossover design. RESULTS Signs of reduced heart rate variability and elevated mean arterial pressure and heart rate were found 18 to 20 hours after a rugby match compared with the no-match condition. A significant increase in heart rate variability and a significant reduction in mean arterial pressure were observed after OMT in both the after-match and no-match conditions. Heart rate and heart rate variability responses to orthostasis were not affected by previous match competition, but were significantly larger after OMT compared with sham treatment. CONCLUSION This study suggests the presence of cardiovascular autonomic alterations in rugby players after a competitive match, which may be indicative of prolonged fatigue and incomplete recovery. In these players, favorable changes in cardiovascular autonomic parameters were observed following a single session of OMT.
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- Luca Carnevali
- Stress Physiology Lab, Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Sustainability, University of Parma, Parma, Italy; Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy.
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- Clinical Human-based Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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- Stress Physiology Lab, Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Sustainability, University of Parma, Parma, Italy; Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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Tramontano M, Consorti G, Morone G, Lunghi C. Vertigo and Balance Disorders - The Role of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment: A Systematic Review. Complement Med Res 2020; 28:368-377. [PMID: 33361695 DOI: 10.1159/000512673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Balance disorders are among the most frequent reasons for consultation and referral to specialist care. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) can influence the proprioceptive system by inducing alterations in the proprioceptive stimuli, hence affecting postural control. OBJECTIVE The present systematic review aimed to explore the effects of OMT in managing patients with vertigo and balance disorders. METHODS MEDLINE (PubMed), ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar were searched. Clinical trials and prospective observational studies were considered. Only studies that considered OMT as the main intervention, provided alone or combined with other interventions, were included. The methodological quality of the evidence was assessed with a modified version of the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. RESULTS Five studies that enrolled a total of 114 subjects met our inclusion criteria. Overall, it has been observed that there is a positive effect on balance disorders through different outcomes in all of the included studies. Only two studies (9 subjects) mentioned low to moderate adverse events after OMT. CONCLUSIONS OMT showed weak positive effects on balance function, encouraging the connection of conventional medicine and evidence-based complementary medicine for integrative clinical practice and interprofessional work. However, full-sized adequately powered randomized trials are required to determine the effectiveness of OMT for vertigo and balance disorders.
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Centre for Osteopathic Medicine Collaboration, Pescara, Italy.,Educational Department of Osteopathy, Istituto Superiore Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
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- Clinical-Based Human Research Department, Centre for Osteopathic Medicine Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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Brain Connectivity Changes after Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment: A Randomized Manual Placebo-Controlled Trial. Brain Sci 2020; 10:brainsci10120969. [PMID: 33322255 PMCID: PMC7764238 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci10120969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Revised: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 12/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) on functional brain connectivity in healthy adults is missing in the literature. To make up for this lack, we applied advanced network analysis methods to analyze resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data, after OMT and Placebo treatment (P) in 30 healthy asymptomatic young participants randomized into OMT and placebo groups (OMTg; Pg). fMRI brain activity measures, performed before (T0), immediately after (T1) and three days after (T2) OMT or P were used for inferring treatment effects on brain circuit functional organization. Repeated measures ANOVA and post-hoc analysis demonstrated that Right Precentral Gyrus (F (2, 32) = 5.995, p < 0.005) was more influential over the information flow immediately after the OMT, while decreased betweenness centrality in Left Caudate (F (2, 32) = 6.496, p < 0.005) was observable three days after. Clustering coefficient showed a distinct time-point and group effect. At T1, reduced neighborhood connectivity was observed after OMT in the Left Amygdala (L-Amyg) (F (2, 32) = 7.269, p < 0.005) and Left Middle Temporal Gyrus (F (2, 32) = 6.452, p < 0.005), whereas at T2 the L-Amyg and Vermis-III (F (2, 32) = 6.772, p < 0.005) increased functional interactions. Data demonstrated functional connectivity re-arrangement after OMT.
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Arienti C, Farinola F, Ratti S, Daccò S, Fasulo L. Variations of HRV and skin conductance reveal the influence of CV4 and Rib Raising techniques on autonomic balance: A randomized controlled clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2020; 24:395-401. [PMID: 33218540 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2019] [Revised: 06/28/2020] [Accepted: 07/17/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of the present study was to evaluate whether Fourth Ventricle Compression Technique (CV4) and Rib Raising (RR) osteopathic techniques influence Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) activity, as measured by Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Skin Conductance (SC). METHOD A randomized-controlled clinical trial has been performed from June 2010 to January 2011. 32 healthy adults (33.9 ± 14 years, and 72% female) were selected. Subjects were randomized in three groups: CV4 group, RR group and Placebo group. Each subject of each group underwent respective technique only once. HRV and SC were continuously recorded during the session. All data analysis was performed using SPSS statistical software (version 21.0) and the significance level was considered at p ≤ 0.05. RESULTS RR technique intra-group subject analysis showed a significant decrease in LF/HF ratio (F = 25.18; p < 0.001), a statistically significant decrease of LF (F = 27.09; p < 0.001), and increase of HF, both at the end of treatment (F = 27.09; p < 0.001). CV4 technique intra-group subject analysis showed a significant reduction of the LF/HF ratio (F = 81.15; p < 0.001), a significant decrease in LF (F = 38.29; p < 0.001) and a significant increase of HF, at the end of treatment (F = 38.28; p < 0.001). Between-group analysis showed only a significant difference in LF/HF ratio between CV4 and PL groups (F = 3.44; p = 0.042). DISCUSSION Our results suggest that the application of CV4 and RR techniques favors a shift in the autonomic balance towards a parasympathetic predominant state. Thus, their use within OMT protocol, as holistic approach, might improve the outcome of the treatment of clinical neuro-vegetative conditions.
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- Division of Research, Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Research, Istituto Superiore di Osteopatia, Milan, Italy
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- Humanitas University, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Via Rita Levi Montalcini 4, 20090 Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy; Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Villa San Benedetto Menni Hospital, Hermanas Hospitalarias, Via Roma 16, 22032 Albese con Cassano, Como, Italy
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- Osteopathic Clinic, ASP nr 9 of Mazara del Vallo, Trapani, Italy
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Carnevali L, Lombardi L, Fornari M, Sgoifo A. Exploring the Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment on Autonomic Function Through the Lens of Heart Rate Variability. Front Neurosci 2020; 14:579365. [PMID: 33117124 PMCID: PMC7575744 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2020.579365] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The osteopathic community has long hypothesized that the autonomic nervous system (ANS) represents one of the putative substrates through which osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can improve body functions that have been altered by musculoskeletal alterations. Heart rate variability (HRV) is an important physiological measure of cardiac ANS activity. Emerging evidence suggests that OMT is associated with HRV changes that (i) are indicative of a larger cardiac vagal modulation, (ii) are independent from the part of the body needing treatment, (iii) occur even in the absence of musculoskeletal alterations. Yet, many questions remain unanswered, the duration of these effects and the specificity of HRV responses to different OMT techniques being perhaps the most critical. Therefore, this paper discusses prospects for future applications of HRV for the study of the influence of OMT on ANS function. Moreover, based on existing studies and preliminary data on the effects of OMT on HRV in specific pathological (hypertension) and physiological (stress exposure and recovery from sport competition) conditions that are commonly associated with increased sympathetic and/or decreased vagal activity, we propose that HRV analysis could be exploited to evaluate the effectiveness of OMT as a preventive or complementary strategy in clinical and non-clinical conditions characterized by ANS imbalance.
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- Luca Carnevali
- Stress Physiology Lab, Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Sustainability, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
- Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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- Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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- Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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- Stress Physiology Lab, Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Sustainability, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
- Stress Control Lab, Collegio Italiano di Osteopatia, Parma, Italy
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Bordoni B, Walkowski S, Ducoux B, Tobbi F. The Cranial Bowl in the New Millennium and Sutherland's Legacy for Osteopathic Medicine: Part 2. Cureus 2020; 12:e10435. [PMID: 33062548 PMCID: PMC7556686 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.10435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Cranial osteopathic medicine is practiced all over the world, respecting the dictates of the creator, Dr Sutherland. Despite the current manual approach faithfully follows the theoretical and practical bases that make up the cranial model of the last century, there are many scientific evidences that highlight the criticalities of the same model. In the first part we reviewed the role of the meninges and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), as well as we discussed some rhythms present in the central nervous system; these latter elements are the pillars to support the theoretical idea of the movement of the skull evaluated and palpated by the osteopath. In this second part we will review the mechanical characteristics of other structures that make up the cranial system, highlighting new perspectives for clinical practice, thanks to the most recent data derived from scientific research.
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- Bruno Bordoni
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Foundation Don Carlo Gnocchi, Milan, ITA
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- Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine-Dublin, Dublin, USA
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- Osteopathy, Formation Recherche Osteopathie Prévention, Bordeaux, FRA
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- Osteopathy, Poliambulatorio Medico e Odontoiatrico, Varese, ITA
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Christian L, Torsten L. “Models and theoretical frameworks for osteopathic care – A critical view and call for updates and research”. INT J OSTEOPATH MED 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijosm.2020.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Cerritelli F, Cardone D, Pirino A, Merla A, Scoppa F. Does Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Induce Autonomic Changes in Healthy Participants? A Thermal Imaging Study. Front Neurosci 2020; 14:887. [PMID: 33013294 PMCID: PMC7461826 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2020.00887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 07/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been demonstrated to be an effective therapy in several clinical conditions and age groups. Despite the clinical effectiveness, lack of robust data in terms of neurobiological, specifically autonomic, mechanisms of action is observed. Preliminary studies showed a parasympathetic effect leading to a trophotropic effect of OMT. However, these data are limited to heart rate variability (HRV) analysis. In order to study further the role of OMT on the autonomic nervous system, a cross-over randomized controlled trial RCT has been designed to test the effect of osteopathic treatment compared to sham therapy on a range of autonomic parameters. Thermal images, HRV and skin conductance data were collected on a sample of healthy adults. The study design consisted of two sessions (OMT and SHAM), 1 treatment per week, lasting 35 min each, composed of 5 min of baseline, 25 min of treatment, and 5 min of post-touch. During the baseline and the post-treatment, participants received no touch. Thirty-seven participants (aged 27 ± 5 years old, male ratio 40%) completed the study. Multivariate analysis showed a significant parasympathetic effect of group as well as of epoch on thermographic data of the nose (estimate 0.38; 95% CI 0.12–0.63; p < 0.01), left (0.17; 0.06–0.27; <0.001) and right (0.16; 0.07–0.24; <0.001) perioral as well as on the forehead (0.07; 0.01–0.12; <0.01) regions but not for the chin (0.08; −0.02 to 0.18; 0.13). Consistent with a parasympathetic effect, analyses demonstrated a difference between OMT and sham groups on the nuHF (p < 0.001) and DFA-a1 (p < 0.01) as well as on skin conductance (<0.01). The present research supports the hypothesis that a single session of OMT as compared to sham induces autonomic consequences in healthy non-symptomatic adults. Clinicaltrial.gov identifier: NCT03888456, https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03888456.
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- Francesco Cerritelli
- Clinical-based Human Research Department, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Imaging, Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Imaging, Institute for Advanced Biomedical Technologies, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Faculty of Medicine and Dental Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.,Chinesis I.F.O.P. Osteopathy School, Rome, Italy
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Keller M, Pelz H, Perlitz V, Zweerings J, Röcher E, Baqapuri HI, Mathiak K. Neural correlates of fluctuations in the intermediate band for heart rate and respiration are related to interoceptive perception. Psychophysiology 2020; 57:e13594. [DOI: 10.1111/psyp.13594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2019] [Revised: 03/19/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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- Micha Keller
- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical School RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
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- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin (DGOM) Mannheim Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical School RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical School RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical School RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics Medical School RWTH Aachen University Aachen Germany
- Jülich Aachen Research Alliance (JARA), Translational Brain Medicine Jülich Germany
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Manzotti A, Cerritelli F, Lombardi E, La Rocca S, Chiera M, Galli M, Lista G. Effects of osteopathic treatment versus static touch on heart rate and oxygen saturation in premature babies: A randomized controlled trial. Complement Ther Clin Pract 2020; 39:101116. [PMID: 32379655 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2019] [Revised: 02/06/2020] [Accepted: 02/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has been successfully tested in the context of preterm infants. No studies, however, have been conducted to investigate the OMT immediate effects on physiological measurements, such as partial oxygen saturation (SpO2) and heart rate (HR). The purpose of the present study was to assess the effect of osteopathic treatment on SpO2 and HR values and to compare it with 10 min of static touch. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ninety-six preterm infants (41 male), aged 33.5 weeks (±4.3) with mean weight at birth of 2067gr (±929) were recruited from the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of the Buzzi Hospital in Milan, and randomly allocated to two groups: OMT and Static Touch. Each protocol session consisted of: a) 5-min Pre-touch baseline recording, b) 10-min touch procedure, c) 5-min post-touch recording. Primary and secondary outcomes were, respectively, the baseline changes of HR and SpO2. RESULTS The 2 × 2 repeated measure ANOVA for HR showed a statistically significant effect (F (1,94) = 5.34; p < 0.02), revealing that the OMT group decreases the HR value at T2 (p = 0.006). In contrast, SpO2 analysis showed an increase of SpO2 value where the OMT group demonstrated higher values at T2 (p = 0.04). CONCLUSION Results from the present study suggest that a single osteopathic intervention may induce beneficial effects on preterm physiological parameters. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT03833635 - Date: February 7, 2019.
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- Andrea Manzotti
- RAISE Lab, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy; Division of Neonatology, "V. Buzzi" Children's Hospital, ASST-FBF-Sacco, Milan, Italy; Research Department, SOMA, Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
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- RAISE Lab, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy; Research Department, SOMA, Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
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- RAISE Lab, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy; Research Department, SOMA, Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
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- RAISE Lab, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy
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- RAISE Lab, Foundation COME Collaboration, Pescara, Italy; Research Department, SOMA, Istituto Osteopatia Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Neonatology, "V. Buzzi" Children's Hospital, ASST-FBF-Sacco, Milan, Italy
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Rechberger V, Biberschick M, Porthun J. Effectiveness of an osteopathic treatment on the autonomic nervous system: a systematic review of the literature. Eur J Med Res 2019; 24:36. [PMID: 31653268 PMCID: PMC6814098 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-019-0394-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2019] [Accepted: 10/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this systematic review was to evaluate the effectiveness of an osteopathic treatment on the autonomic nervous system (ANS). For this purpose, published primary studies were analysed and critically evaluated. METHOD To generate this review, 15 electronic databases were systematically searched for studies. Randomized clinical controlled trials (RCT) and clinical controlled trials (CCT) are included in the review and evaluated with appropriate assessment tools (Downs and Black Checklist and the checklist from Kienle and Kiene). RESULTS 23 published studies (10 RCT, 1 clinic multi-centre study, 1 CCT, 5 randomized cross-over studies, 5 randomized pilot studies and 1 single case study) are included in this review. The studies were evaluated with the assessment tools according to their quality. 3 studies are graded as high quality, 11 as moderate and 8 as low-quality studies. CONCLUSION The included published studies represent a good level of evidence. Due to a small number of subjects and no follow-ups, the methodological quality is rated as moderate. A significant change on the ANS was shown in studies including High-Velocity Low-Amplitude Techniques (HVLAT). No statement could be drawn in studies in which they used cranial osteopathic techniques due to the lack of methodological quality. A significant change on the ANS is shown in the treatment of the suboccipital region. In studies which evaluated the effectiveness of mobilization in the cervical and thoracic region, no statement could be displayed due to a low level of evidence. None of the findings in these studies have given statements if ANS activation takes place in the sympathetic or parasympathetic system.
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- Verena Rechberger
- Vienna School of Osteopathy, Donau University Krems, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Health Sciences Gjøvik, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Gjøvik, Norway
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Marinelli B, Pluchinotta F, Cozzolino V, Barlafante G, Strozzi MC, Marinelli E, Franchini S, Gazzolo D. Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment Improves Cerebro-splanchnic Oximetry in Late Preterm Infants. Molecules 2019; 24:molecules24183221. [PMID: 31487945 PMCID: PMC6767098 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24183221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2019] [Revised: 08/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background: To evaluate the effectiveness/side-effects of osteopathic manipulation treatment (OMT) performed on the 7th post-natal day, on cerebro-splanchnic oximetry, tissue activation and hemodynamic redistribution in late preterm (LP) infants by using near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS). Methods: Observational pretest-test study consisting in a cohort of 18 LPs who received OMT on the 7th post-natal day. NIRS monitoring was performed at three different time-points: 30 min before (T0), (30 min during (T1) and 30 min after OMT (T2). We evaluated the effects of OMT on the following NIRS parameters: cerebral (c), splanchnic (s) regional oximetry (rSO2), cerebro-splanchnic fractional tissue oxygen extraction (FTOE) and hemodynamic redistribution (CSOR). Results: crSO2 and cFTOE significantly (P < 0.001) improved at T0-T2; srSO2 significantly (P < 0.001) decreased and sFTOE increased at T0-T1. Furthermore, srSO2 and sFTOE significantly improved at T1-T2. Finally, CSOR significantly (P < 0.05) increased at T0-T2. Conclusions: The present data show that OMT enhances cerebro-splanchnic oximetry, tissue activation and hemodynamic redistribution in the absence of any adverse clinical or laboratory pattern. The results indicate the usefulness of further randomized studies in wider populations comparing the effectiveness of OMT with standard rehabilitation programs.
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- Benedetta Marinelli
- Department, Italian Academy of Traditional Osteopathy (AIOT), 65100 Pescara, Italy
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- Laboratory Research, Department of Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, San Donato Milanese University Hospital, 20097 San Donato, Italy
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- Department, Italian Academy of Traditional Osteopathy (AIOT), 65100 Pescara, Italy
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- Department, Italian Academy of Traditional Osteopathy (AIOT), 65100 Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Maternal, Fetal and Neonatal Medicine, C. Arrigo Children's Hospital, 15121 Alessandria, Italy
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- Department, Italian Academy of Traditional Osteopathy (AIOT), 65100 Pescara, Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit G. D'Annunzio University of Chieti, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Department of Maternal, Fetal and Neonatal Medicine, C. Arrigo Children's Hospital, 15121 Alessandria, Italy.
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Self-directed learning and practice of Italian osteopathic students during summer break: a cross-sectional survey. BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2019; 19:201. [PMID: 31387572 PMCID: PMC6683383 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-019-2619-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2019] [Accepted: 07/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Background Self-directed learning is a student-centered approach based on the students’ evaluation about their own learning needs. Self-directed practice is a component of the self-directed learning which focus on achieving manual and practical skills. Given the abundance of manual skills that students need to develop in the osteopathic curriculum, self-directed practice has become an attractive methodology. Most of the Italian osteopathic educational institutions recognize two types of educational curriculum: T1, for students without a healthcare background; and T2 for students who are already healthcare professionals. The aim of the present study is to investigate the attitudes of Italian osteopathic students toward self-directed practice during the summer break highlighting the possible differences between T1 and T2 students. Methods A web-based closed-ended survey was administered to the students attending one of the Italian osteopathic educational institutions which accepted to participate in the research. Results Two hundred sixty-eight students on 2549 participated to the survey. 64.92% of the students reported to have performed self-directed practice during the summer break. The main difficulty encountered by students in approaching self-directed practice was ‘lack of people to exercise with’. Most of the students performed self-directed practice between 1 to 5 h per week. The most common clinical condition encountered was Low Back Pain. The anatomical area most approached was lumbar spine. The most commonly simulated tests were the articular mobility tests. The techniques in which students trained the most were muscle energy techniques. Significant difference was found in self-engagement to the self-directed practice between T1 and T2 students (p = 0.026), and in the reasons to perform self-directed practice (p = 0.027). Conclusions The results of this study could be useful to reveal some aspects of students’ academic education and future clinical practice. Therefore this paper can be a useful tool for the institutions to develop strategies to overcome the reported problems students have towards self-directed practice. For example it should be discussed the possibility for the students to observe some senior osteopaths during their practice or to plan to maintain an open tutored didactic environment during the summer break as an extracurricular activity.
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Tamburella F, Piras F, Piras F, Spanò B, Tramontano M, Gili T. Cerebral Perfusion Changes After Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment: A Randomized Manual Placebo-Controlled Trial. Front Physiol 2019; 10:403. [PMID: 31024346 PMCID: PMC6460882 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2019.00403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2019] [Accepted: 03/22/2019] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a therapeutic approach aimed at enhancing the body's self-regulation focusing on somatic dysfunctions correction. Despite evidence of OMT effectiveness, the underlying neurophysiological mechanisms, as well as blood perfusion effects, are still poorly understood. The study aim was to address OMT effects on cerebral blood flow (CBF) in asymptomatic young volunteers as measured by Magnetic Resonance Arterial Spin Labeling (ASL) method. Thirty blinded participants were randomized to OMT or placebo, and evaluated with an MRI protocol before manual intervention (T0), immediately after (T1), and 3 days later (T2). After T0 MRI, participants received 45 min of OMT, focused on correcting whole body somatic dysfunctions, or placebo manual treatment, consisting of passive touches in a protocolled order. After treatment, participants completed a de-blinding questionnaire about treatment perception. Results show significant differences due to treatment only for the OMT group (OMTg): perfusion decreased (compared to T0) in a cluster comprising the left posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) and the superior parietal lobule, while increased at T2 in the contralateral PCC. Furthermore, more than 60% of participants believed they had undergone OMT. The CBF modifications at T2 suggest that OMT produced immediate but reversible effects on CBF.
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- IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca, Lucca, Italy
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