Prognosis of Whiplash-Associated Disorders

Effect of Pilates exercise on balance and spinal curvature in subjects with upper cross syndrome: a randomized controlled clinical trial

“…Participants were excluded if they experienced any recent trauma (within three months of the initial consultation) [22], chief complaint of headaches or facial pain [26], presence of contra-indications to Pilates exercises such as pregnancy, hypertension, osteoporosis, and spinal tumors [22], presence of any structural abnormality in the upper and middle back (e.g., scoliosis or presence of positive Adam's test) [27]. Participants on anti-inflammatory or muscle relaxant medications were given a three-day period "wash out" before participating in the study [26].…”

The Role of Rehabilitation after Spinal Mesotherapy in a Three-Stage Treatment Concept

“…The feeling of pain informs about the severity of the disease and also predicts the time when symptoms will disappear. It is an important factor controlling therapy [16].…”

“…Kinesiotherapy seems to be the obvious application, with much less potential for side effects or interactions. In addition to classical kinesiotherapy, methods such as yoga, Pilates or the McKenzie method combined with various types of breathing exercises may be applicable [16,25].…”

“…Therapy for spinal myofascial syndromes should be comprehensive and patientdirected. Cultural and social conditions should also be taken into account [16].…”