Musculoskeletal Pain and Disorders: Diagnosis, Treatment and Management

A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 1384

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School of Medicine, New York University, New York, NY, USA
Interests: fascia; myofascial pain; MPS; connective tissue; MSK dysfunctions; spasticity; biomechanics
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Dear Colleagues,

Pain is source of disability worldwide. Understanding its origin and defining the best treatment are currently priorities for improving quality of life and decreasing disability. Musculoskeletal disorders encompass a wide range of conditions, affecting the fascia, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other supporting structures of the body. These disorders pose significant challenges to patients and healthcare professionals alike, requiring a multidisciplinary approach for effective treatment and care. The aim of this Special Issue is to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers and practitioners to explore the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal pain and disorders.

We encourage you and your co-workers to submit your articles reporting on this topic.

Dr. Antonio Stecco
Dr. Carmelo Pirri
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Keywords

  • pain
  • connective tissue
  • musculoskeletal disorders
  • fascia
  • muscles
  • tendons
  • ligaments

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Systematic Review
The Effect of Physiotherapy on Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition After ACL Injury or Reconstruction: A Systematic Review
by Maria Paço, Maxence Peysson, Elona Dumont, Mário Correia, Anna Quialheiro and Paula Chaves
Life 2024, 14(12), 1586; https://doi.org/10.3390/life14121586 - 2 Dec 2024
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Arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI) following ACL injury or reconstruction is a common issue that affects muscle activation and functional recovery. Thus, the objective of this study was to systematize the literature on the effects of physiotherapy interventions in the rehabilitation of AMI after [...] Read more.
Arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI) following ACL injury or reconstruction is a common issue that affects muscle activation and functional recovery. Thus, the objective of this study was to systematize the literature on the effects of physiotherapy interventions in the rehabilitation of AMI after ACL injury or reconstruction. A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. The risk of bias was evaluated using the PEDro scale and the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Searches were performed in the PubMed, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, and EMBASE databases. Randomized controlled trials involving patients with ACL injuries or ACL reconstruction were included. Twenty studies were included. Fifteen evaluated the effects of exercise, showing significant improvement. Seven studies examined electrotherapy, with neuromuscular electrical stimulation and high-frequency therapy combined with exercise showing improvements in muscle strength, pain, and joint range of motion. Nine studies explored interventions like motor imagery, cryotherapy, taping, and vibration. When performed before exercise, motor imagery and cryotherapy improved cortical activity and muscle recovery. Kinesio taping reduced edema and pain better than exercise alone. Vibration showed inconsistent results across three studies. Methodological quality varied between 5 and 8 on the PEDro scale, with moderate-to-low risk of bias. Structured exercise should be the first-line intervention, but combining it with other therapies enhances rehabilitation. The study protocol was registered in the PROSPERO database (CRD42023425510). Full article
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