A distributed brain response predicting the facial expression of acute nociceptive pain by Marie-Eve Picard, Miriam Kunz, Jen-I Chen, Michel-Pierre Coll, Etienne Vachon-Presseau, Tor D Wager, Pierre Rainville

“…The FEPS may provide a distinctive functional characterization of the distributed cerebral response to nociceptive pain associated with the socio-communicative role of non-verbal pain expression. …”
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Effect of laser acupuncture on pain, range of motion, and function in patellofemoral pain syndrome: a randomised controlled trial by Nesma M. Allam, Hadeel Alsirhani, Maani Batel Alruwaili, Dalal Mabkhout Dosh, Huriyyah Mislat Alruwaili, Wessal Hisham Almazyad, Rokaia A. Toson, Doaa Ayoub Elimy, Doaa Ayoub Elimy, Mohamed El-Sherbiny, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Ateya Megahed Ibrahim, Hasnaa Ali Ebrahim, Nermine Nosseir, Mohamed A. Eladl, Zeinab A. Ali

“…BackgroundPatellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a knee disorder characterised by pain behind or surrounding the patella that predominantly affects adolescents.ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate the impact of laser acupuncture (LA) on pain, range of motion (ROM), and function in patients diagnosed with PFPS.Materials and methodsSixty participants, predominantly young women aged 18–25 years, were randomly distributed into two equal groups: Group A (LA group), which received laser acupuncture (LA) applied to six knee acupoints at 4 J for 80 s/point, in conjunction with an exercise programme; and Group B (Sham LA group), which received LA with the device deactivated, along with an exercise programme including stretching and strengthening exercises. …”
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Spatial Distribution and Asymmetry of Surface Electromyography on Lumbar Muscles of Soldiers with Chronic Low Back Pain by Zengming Hao, Lin Xie, Jian Wang, Zhenhai Hou

“…This study investigated spatial distribution and asymmetry of surface electromyography on lumbar muscles during a sustained contraction in soldiers with and without chronic low back pain. …”
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Deciphering the Structural and Functional Effects of the R1150W Non-Synonymous Variant in SCN9A Linked to Altered Pain Perception by Faisal A. Al-Allaf, Zainularifeen Abduljaleel, Mohammad Athar

“…Integrating structural bioinformatics with functional genomics, this study deciphers SCN9A’s role in pain biology, laying the groundwork for novel strategies to manage pathological pain.…”
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Comparison of 8 Weeks of Selected TRX Training and Weight Training on Improving Motor Function and Chronic Nonspecific Back Pain in Women Aged 35 to 55 by Fatemeh Rezaei

“…To analyze the data and determine any significant differences between group means at various stages, statistical methods such as analysis of covariance, paired t-tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, and Wilcoxon tests were used, depending on the normality of data distribution. Results The results of this study demonstrated that both weight training (P ≤ 0.01) and TRX (P ≤ 0.01) programs significantly reduced pain, improved motor function, and decreased kyphosis and lordosis. …”
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Functional Patterns and Postural Balance Among Young Women with Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain and in Healthy Individuals by Aleksandra Adamik, Edyta Mikołajczyk

“…The distance covered by CoP, the area of an ellipse containing the trajectory of CoP, and the average velocity of CoP were greater compared to the group of women without pain. In Group 1, significantly greater asymmetry in foot pressure distribution was noted.Conclusions: Individuals reporting chronic low back pain demonstrate poorer quality of performing functional patterns and postural stability compared to healthy ones. …”
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Current source density and functional connectivity extracted from resting-state electroencephalography as biomarkers for chronic low back pain by Keita Ueno, Keiko Yamada, Masaya Ueda, Yasuo Naito, Ryouhei Ishii

“…Correlations between pain symptoms and CSD distribution and FC were examined in patients with CLBP. …”
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The Effect of a Combined Scapula and Shoulder Exercise Program with Kinesio Tape on Pain, Shoulder Proprioception, and Upper Limb Function in Swimmers with Shoulder Impingement Syn... by Seyedeh Farzaneh Sadri, Mohammad Saleki

“…Objective The present study aimed to determine the effect of a combined scapula and shoulder exercise program with Kinesio Tape on pain, shoulder proprioception, and upper limb function in swimmers with shoulder impingement syndrome. …”
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Comparison of Functional Status and Depression in Younger and Older Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Multi-center Crosssectional Survey by Yasemin Yumuşakhuylu, Afitap İçağasıoğlu, Naciye Füsun Toraman, Gülçin Kaymak Karataş, Ömer Kuru, Yeşim Kirazlı, Kazım Çapacı, Esma Eriman, Sema Haliloğlu, Ayşegül Ketenci

“…Objective: This study compared the differences in functionality and depression between younger and older patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP). …”
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Machine learning analysis of kinematic movement features during functional tasks to discriminate chronic neck pain patients from asymptomatic controls by Filippo Moggioli, Óscar Rodríguez-López, Elena Bocos-Corredor, Constantino Antonio García, Sonia Liébana, Tomás Pérez-Fernández, Cristina Sánchez, Susan Armijo-Olivo, José Angel Santos-Paz, Aitor Martín-Pintado-Zugasti

“…Abstract This study evaluated the discriminative potential of a machine learning model using movement features during functional tasks to distinguish between patients with non-traumatic chronic neck pain and asymptomatic controls. …”
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Efficacy of two doses of intra-articular ozone therapy for pain and functional mobility in knee osteoarthritis: a double-blind randomized trial by Zahra Arjmanddoust, Ahmad Nazari, Azar Moezy

“…Abstract Aim This double-blind, trial sought to assess the effectiveness of intra-articular ozone therapy at concentrations of 20 µg/mL and 40 µg/mL in managing pain and enhancing functional mobility in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). …”
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Acute changes in functional connectivity associated with first osteopathic manual treatment in chronic low back pain spatially overlap with opioid receptor expression by Federica Tomaiuolo, Francesco Cerritelli, Carlo Sestieri, Jordan Keys, Teresa Paolucci, Stefano L. Sensi, Antonio Ferretti, Stefano Delli Pizzi

“…Background: Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) has emerged as a therapeutic approach for chronic low back pain (cLBP). Previous Magnetic Resonance (MR) studies have demonstrated that four weeks of OMT alter resting-state functional connectivity (rs-FC) in the somatosensory cortex, prefrontal regions, and frontal operculum/insula. …”
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Association Between Pain Distribution and Limitations in Basic and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on the Survey of Health, Aging and Retirem... by Diana Salas-Gómez, Ángel Denche-Zamorano, Cristina Mendoza-Holgado, Sabina Barrios-Fernandez

“…Pain is a common condition among older adults and a key factor influencing daily functioning. …”
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The Role of the Nurse in the Treatment of Back Pain by Anna Antczak, Beata Haor, Mariola Głowacka, Monika Biercewicz

“…Lifestyle in the form of long hours of sitting or standing significantly affect the reduction in spinal mobility and promotes complaint back pain. Its structure is closely related to the functioning of the human being. …”
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TENS alone or combined with low-level laser therapy photobiomodulation for pain, functional capacity, and cardiorespiratory physiological variables after cesarean section: protocol... by Alane Macatrão Pires de Holanda Araújo Sena, Ivan Daniel Bezerra Nogueira, Kássio Rafael Rocha de Sena, Patrícia Angélica de Miranda Silva Nogueira

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Women undergoing cesarean section frequently report postpartum pain from the surgical procedure, which may be related to functional mobility and cardiorespiratory physiological variables. …”
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P2X7 receptor as a key player in pathological pain: insights into Neuropathic, inflammatory, and cancer pain by Pan Jiang, Cai Wang, Cai Wang, Fajing Jia, Hua Wu, Haihu Hao, Shaoze Jing

“…Purinergic P2X7 receptor (P2X7R) is a widely distributed, non-selective ATP-gated ion channel that plays a crucial role in the regulation of neuropathic pain, inflammatory pain, and cancer pain. …”
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Combined Latissimus Dorsi/Teres Major Transfer and Superior Capsular Reconstruction Using Autogenous Biceps Tendon Effectively Relieves Pain and Improves Shoulder Function for Post... by Luis Alfredo Miranda, M.D., Bo Taek Kim, M.D., Paulo J. Llinás, M.D., Chang Hee Baek, M.D., Jean-David Werthel, M.D., Jean Kany, M.D.

“…Conclusions: Fully arthroscopic LDTM with SCR using LHB tendon effectively alleviated pain and improved shoulder function in patients with PSIRCTs at short term follow-up. …”
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Comparative evaluation of functional outcome and pain relief after pulsed radiofrequency of the saphenous nerve within and distal to the adductor canal in medial compartment knee o... by Ashok Jadon, Prashant K. Shahi, Swastika Chakraborty, Neelam Sinha, Apoorva Bakshi, Surabhi Srivastawa

“…Conclusion: The PRF-AC provides better pain relief and functional outcome than PRF-SN; however, duration of pain relief was not significantly different.…”
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The properties of TREM1 and its emerging role in pain-related diseases by Zhenzhen Fan, Longde Wang, Songtang Sun, Zhaoming Ge

“…In recent years, it has been found that TREM1-mediated inflammatory response is involved in the regulation of pain-related diseases. This article provides an extensive review on the structural characteristics and distribution patterns, ligand, signaling pathways, inhibitors, and pathophysiological roles of TREM1 in pain disorders aiming to further elucidate its biological function and offer novel insights for clinical interventions targeting pain-related diseases.…”
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Persistent incisional pain at 1 year after craniotomy: a retrospective observational study by Sirima Phoowanakulchai, Mitsuru Ida, Yusuke Naito, Masahiko Kawaguchi

“…Abstract Background There have been few reports on persistent incisional pain at 1 year after craniotomy. Hence, this study aimed to explore the distribution of pain at 1 year after elective craniotomy and its related factors. …”
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