Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

Papers
(The TQCC of Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-05-01 to 2026-05-01.)
ArticleCitations
The efficacy of transcutaneous auricular Vagus nerve stimulation in non-specific chronic neck pain: A pilot study63
The 7th cervical vertebra wall distance (C7WD) identifies balance control, functional mobility and the risk of multiple falls in elderly community-dwelling women with thoracic hyperkyphosis49
Early effect of standalone oblique lateral interbody fusion vs. combined with lateral screw fixation of the vertebral body on single-level lumbar degenerative disc disease: A pilot study35
Effect of osteopathic manipulation of the sacroiliac joint vs electrotherapy on pain and functional disability in patients with low back pain: A pilot study33
Effects of axial extension on pelvic floor displacement and abdominal muscle activity during a pelvic floor muscle task29
Comparison of two different manual techniques for an exercise program for the management of chronic neck pain: A randomized clinical trial study28
Effects of taping in patellofemoral pain syndrome: A systematic review22
Influence of lower limb muscle isometric strength and cardiovascular parameters on locomotor capacity in children and adolescents22
Low back pain and kinesiophobia in pregnant women21
Urdu translation, cross-cultural validation and reliability of ECOS-16 questionnaire among post-menopausal women with osteopenia21
Clinical efficacy of proximal femoral nail anti-rotation in elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures with negative medial cortical support: A comparison of lithotomy and scissor position tech19
Perceived social support impacts on exercise adherence in patients with chronic low back pain19
Comparison of the efficacy of acupoint stimulation therapy in the treatment of pain in musculoskeletal diseases: A network meta-analysis based on randomized controlled trials18
Assessment of Piriformis muscle thickening in sciatica: Focused ultrasonographic evidence in patients with lumbar disc herniation17
Comparison of different maximal isometric strength of lower limb muscle groups in predicting fall-risk among older persons17
Investigation of kinesiophobia, physical activity, quality of life, depression and anxiety level in adult people with hemophilia: A frequency-matched case-control study16
Effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy on post-needling soreness in the trigger point of the upper trapezius muscle: A randomized double-blinded sham-controlled trial16
Bilateral training guided by contralaterally controlled functional electrical stimulation for shoulder pain and subluxation in subacute stroke: A randomized controlled trial15
Correlation between pressure pain threshold and L4-5 supraspinous ligament biomechanics after cesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia14
Physical therapists’ perspectives and clinical practice on assessment, rehabilitation, and return to sport criteria after anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction in Saudi Arabia14
Does dynamic taping affect pain, muscle strength, work-related endurance, and fear avoidance in semiconductor engineers with repetitive low back pain?14
Evaluation of ultrasonographic cartilage and muscle thickness in female rheumatoid arthritis patients with knee pain13
Developing chair-based exercises for lumbar stabilization: Analysis via electromyography and ultrasound imaging13
Platelet-Rich plasma vs corticosteroid for primary frozen shoulder: Meta-analysis of randomized trials13
Comparison of the effect of the McKenzie method and spiral stabilization in patients with low back pain: A prospective, randomized clinical trial12
Changes in postural control strategy during quiet standing in individuals with knee osteoarthritis12
Effects of a WeChat-based individualized post-discharge rehabilitation program on patients with lumbar fusion surgery12
Diagnostic value of high-frequency ultrasound combined with magnetic resonance in different clinical stages of frozen shoulder: A retrospective cohort study11
Comparison of the effects of ultrasound- guided needle puncture, radial shock wave therapy, and combined treatments on calcific tendinitis of the shoulder: A single-blind randomized controlled trial11
A comparison of balance and fall risk in patients with unilateral and bilateral total knee arthroplasty11
Effect of sling exercise therapy on surface electromyography and muscle thickness of superficial cervical muscle groups in female patients with chronic neck pain11
Skeletal muscle tissue composition ratio in patients with hip fracture: Comparison of fractured side and non-fractured side11
The effectiveness of postoperative exercise based on gait analysis compared with conventional exercise in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: A randomized clinical trial11
Comparison of muscle tightness between knees in individuals with unilateral osteoarthritis and its relationship with pain and function11
Pain, deep neck flexors performance, disability, and head posture in individuals with temporomandibular disorder with and without otological complaints11
Application of high-precision 3D laser scanning in the kinematics of the knee joint post total knee arthroplasty10
Relationship between disability and physical activity frequency after cervical spine surgery: A linear mixed model analysis10
Bilateral percutaneous kyphoplasty achieves more satisfactory outcomes compared to unilateral percutaneous kyphoplasty in osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: A comprehensive comparative stud10
Stability, functionality, balance, and muscle strength in CrossFit athletes with and without pain10
Bend the fingers: Ehlers Danlos syndrome and the associated disorders that impact treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain10
Effects of MLS Laser on pain, function, and disability in chronic non-specific low back pain: A double-blind placebo randomized-controlled trial10
The patient enablement instrument for back pain turkish version, validity and reliability study10
Pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture with fascicular median nerve injury: The role of neuromuscular ultrasound in diagnosis and management – a case report10
Gender differences in static and dynamic knee proprioception among young adults with non-specific low back pain: A cross-sectional study10
Normative values and phenotypic performance profiles in the modified closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test among healthy indian adults– A cross-sectional study10
Current use of patient-reported outcome measures by musculoskeletal physiotherapists in Portugal10
Is it true that treatment in patients with Subaxial Cervical Spine Injury Classification System (SLICS) 4 is the surgeon’s choice?10
Prevalence of cervical spondylosis and associated factors among symptomatic adult patients at a tertiary hospital in Ethiopia 202310
Effects of lumbopelvic and core strengthening exercises with and without pressure biofeedback on primary dysmenorrhea10
Tai Chi for spatiotemporal gait features and dynamic balancing capacity in elderly female patients with non-specific low back pain: A six-week randomized controlled trial10
Observation of the clinical effectiveness of evidence-based nursing for patients with a vertebral osteoporotic fracture9
Global perceived improvement and health-related quality of life after physical therapy in Lebanese patients with chronic non-specific low back pain9
Assessment of short- and long-term functionality and quality of life in patients with post-acute COVID-19 syndrome9
Analysis of the quadratus lumborum muscle activity on leg length discrepancy: A randomized controlled trial9
Immediate effects of lumbar fascia stretching on hamstring flexibility: A randomized clinical trial9
A scoping review of the different types of exercise programs proposed for the improvement of postural balance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis9
Innovative seated vertical lumbar traction allows simultaneous computer work while inducing spinal height changes similar to supine lying9
Translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and validation of the arabic version of the foot and ankle ability measure (FAAM-AR)8
Does the angle of the lumbar spine play a role in the development of fibromyalgia? A cross-sectional MRI-based study8
Dynamic spinal orthoses self-reported effects in patients with back pain due to vertebral fragility fractures: A multi-center prospective cohort study8
Joint position sense error in the hip and knee without reference to the joint angle8
The relationship between spinopelvic alignment and knee osteoarthritis in female patients: A cross-sectional study8
Sustained acoustic medicine treatment of discogenic chronic low back pain: A randomized, multisite, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial8
Effects of instrument-assisted manipulation and mobilization with movement in chronic non-specific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial8
Functional Capacity Incorporating Dynamic Ventilation in Systemic Sclerosis: Agreement Analysis Between Performance on the 6-Minute Walk Test and Glittre–ADL Test8
Effectiveness of a telemonitoring injury prevention protocol on athletic performance in elite footballers: A randomized prospective controlled study8
Relationships between flexion strength and dexterity of the toes and physical performance8
Investigation of return-to-sport criteria based on the results of the single-leg standing-up test8
The effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation superimposed on quadriceps training on gait dynamics after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction8
The effect of turmeric-Boswellia formulation (Rhuleave-K) in posture-related low back soreness and discomfort: A randomized double blinded placebo controlled trial8
Effectiveness of physical agent modalities for pain relief in injured athletes: A systematic review8
Mechanical correction in kinesiology and mulligan taping: A comparative study on scapular dyskinesis in computer users8
Effects of an eight-week physical exercise program on low back pain and function in fruit workers: A randomized controlled trial8
The immediate effect of thoracolumbar fascia taping on biomechanical properties, low back pain and balance in individuals with transfemoral amputation8
A comparison of Contractile properties of posterior chain muscles and trunk strength in females with non-specific chronic low back pain8
Cross-Cultural adaptation, validity, and reliability of the arabic version of the short musculoskeletal function assessment questionnaire8
Influence of kinesiophobia on lumbar position sense in patients with chronic low back pain—a case-control study7
Effectiveness of a neuromuscular exercise program conducted with a physiotherapist in individuals with degenerative meniscal tears7
Effectiveness of ischemic compression on myofascial trigger points in relieving neck pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis7
Cross-cultural adaptation, validity, and reliability of the Turkish version of the trapeziometacarpal arthrosis symptoms and disability questionnaire7
Comparison of musculoskeletal pain in neck, trunk, and upper limbs among Korean and Chinese smartphone users by posture: A cross-sectional survey7
Exercise addiction and associated factors among physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians7
Effects of sling location and knee posture on gluteus maximus, biceps femoris, and multifidus activity during sling bridge in subjects with non-specific lower back pain7
Depression, catastrophizing, and poor performance in women with persistent acute low back pain from vertebral compression fractures: A prospective study7
Treatment of Hoffa fracture of femoral condyle with anchor combined with auxiliary fixation7
Acupuncture for the treatment of pregnancy-related low back pain: A systematic review and network meta-analysis7
Prevalence and profile of low back pain and its associated factors among undergraduate medical students: A Jordanian cross-sectional study7
Chronic low back pain lowers balance test scores among people who are middle-aged7
Associations between visceral fat chronic low back pain and central sensitization in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis7
Assessment of shoulder proprioception in patients with chronic mechanical cervical pain: A comparative study7
Comparison of gluteus maximus subdivisions, erector spinae, and biceps femoris activities and lumbopelvic motion during various prone hip exercises7
Effects of hyaluronic acid injections on pain and functioning in patients affected by tendinopathies: A narrative review6
Normal values of scapular muscle activity ratio during arm elevation and the relationship to muscle strength and sex difference6
Investigation of the relationship between the clinical evaluation results of lumbar region muscles with cross-sectional area and fat infiltration6
Evaluation of the degeneration of the multifidus and erector spinae muscles in patients with low back pain and healthy individuals6
Impact of step width on trunk motion and gait adaptation in elderly women with knee osteoarthritis6
Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching exercises for treatment of temporomandibular dysfunction in patients with forward head posture: A double-blinded, randomized, controlled trial6
The effect of human assumed central sensitization on transforaminal epidural steroid injection in chronic lumbar radiculopathy: An observational study6
Correlation between self-reported low back pain and morphological changes in abdominal wall muscles6
Are healthcare providers offering the proper education for people with low back pain? Content analysis of educational materials6
Clinical trial of arthroscopic debridement combined with functional exercise in the treatment of advanced knee osteoarthritis: A retrospective observational study6
Rehabilitation for temporomandibular disorders6
Risk factors of post discharge falls in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: An integrative review6
Intraoperative pain prediction of percutaneous kyphoplasty under local anesthesia by preoperative experimental pain assessment6
Assessing disability and function in patients with musculoskeletal disorders utilizing wearable medical technology: Opportunities and challenges6
High-intensity laser therapy on pain relief in symptomatic knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis6
Age-related differences on low back pain and lower extremity isokinetic muscle strength and balance6
Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization training for chronic ankle instability: A randomized controlled trial in amateur athletes6
Musculoskeletal system symptoms in patients with COVID-19 and the impact of these symptoms on quality of life6
The acute effects of kinesio-taping on movement kinematics and muscle co-activation in rowing athletes5
Enhancing rehabilitation outcomes in chondromalacia Patella: The impact of combining manipulative therapy with a structured exercise program5
The impact of rehabilitation in bone loss management of patients with spinal cord injury: A systematic review5
Multifidus muscle cross-sectional area adaptations over two volleyball seasons and one off-season in athletes with and without low back pain5
Experience from a single-center study on multimodal medication therapy for patients with complex regional pain syndrome5
The baseline bubble inclinometer measurement of sagittal thoracic spinal range of motion is reliable: Validated by optoelectronic motion capture system5
Sports rehabilitation: From injury to return to the field, all possible strategies for all possible patients5
A contrastive analysis of two bone cement applicators for percutaneous vertebroplasty in the treatment of OVCF: A retrospective study5
Evaluating pelvic rotator strength: Investigating asymmetry and its correlation with pelvic rotation angle during active straight leg raise5
Effects of lumbar joint mobilization on trunk function, postural balance, and gait in patients with chronic stroke: A randomized pilot study5
Prevention of non-specific back pain through exercise and education: A systematic review and meta-analysis5
Effect of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on balance function in patients with stroke: A systematic review5
The effect of cervical traction on stabilometric parameters in cervical radiculopathy patients: A randomized crossover study5
The reliability of lower limb 3D gait analysis variables during a change of direction to 90- and 135-degree manoeuvres in recreational soccer players5
The role of ultrasound in pediatric rehabilitation5
Optimizing normalization methods of the external oblique: A cross-sectional study5
Lumbar instability as an etiology of low back pain and its treatment by prolotherapy: A review5
Shedding more light on the short-term effect of low-level laser therapy on pain in tendinopathy: A systematic review with meta-analysis5
How does pes planus affect jumping performance and balance ability?5
Effects of botulinum toxin on paraspinal muscle imbalance during spinal motions in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis: Assessment using high-density electromyography5
Gender-based differences in postural stability, sensory integration of balance and fall risk between healthy young male and female adults: The GENAB study5
Effects of 4-week downhill treadmill walking on the vertebral angle and postural muscle activity in participants with thoracic kyphosis and forward head posture: A comparative longitudinal study5
Influence of scapular motion cues on trapezius muscle activity during Y exercise5
Determinants of outcomes for patients with chronic low back pain and fear-avoidance beliefs following treatment with specific stabilisation exercises5
Reference values for the cross-sectional area of the lumbar multifidus muscle in children5
Intraoperative analgesic effect of intravertebral lidocaine injection during percutaneous kyphoplasty in the treatment of thoracolumbar compression fractures in elderly patients5
Comparison of scapular position in elite tennis players with and without shoulder impingement: A case-control study5
Psoas muscle index and psoas muscle density are associated with functional status in patients with degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis5
Clinical effectiveness of high induction electromagnetic stimulation in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: A single-blinded randomized controlled trial5
Feasibility, safety, and preliminary efficacy of intermittent theta burst stimulation combined with task-oriented training in subacute stroke: A pilot randomized controlled trial5
Task-based evaluation of WRMSDs prevailing amongst workers in building construction: An occupational and socioeconomic perspective5
Effects of anti-osteoporosis treatment in elderly patients with osteoporosis and lumbar discectomy and fusion4
A small painful neuroma of the transverse cervical nerve treated with pulsed radiofrequency: A case report4
Effectiveness of high-intensity exercise on physical function and disease activity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. A systematic review with meta-analysis4
Strengthening football: The role of the nordic hamstring exercise in preventing hamstring injuries4
Five to ten-year prognosis of whiplash injury-related chronic neck pain: A brief report4
A needless stab in the back: Do the benefits of using steroid injections for back and radicular pain outweigh its risks?4
The effect of upper limb lymphedema in posture of patients after breast cancer surgery4
Altered transversus abdominis and internal oblique muscle activation during cervical motor control tasks in individuals with chronic neck pain: A surface EMG-based analysis4
Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among healthcare students in Saudi Arabia: A systematic review and meta-analysis4
Predicting the performance of assistive device for elderly people using weighted KNN machine learning algorithm4
Kinesiophobia and its association with pain and function in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: Findings from a controlled study4
Comparison of the efficacy of extracorporeal shock wave therapy and trigger point dry needling in the treatment of Calcaneal Epin- A randomized trial4
Rehabilitation interventions for weaning from mechanical ventilation in patients with spinal cord injury: A systematic review4
Assessment of three-dimensional rotation of the shoulder complex and scapulohumeral rhythm during sagittal movement4
Inter-rater agreement of the Pain and Disability Drivers Management rating scale4
Anatomical cup implantation assisted with dynamic 3D planning improves functional outcomes in primary total hip arthroplasty: A retrospective study4
Well-described exercises for chronic low back pain in Life Science Literature: A systematic review4
By the end of the puerperium: Kinematic assessment of lumbar spine range of motion after experiencing cesarean or vaginal birth4
Identifying the best window size, lead time and sensor combination for classification of injurious versus non-injurious patient transfer from bed to wheelchair4
A network meta-analysis of the comparative effectiveness of different exercise modalities for non-specific neck pain4
Musculoskeletal pain and psychological flourishing among Saudi male gamers: The role of physical activity and gaming status4
Simulation analysis of low back forces in Snatch and Clean & Jerk movements via digital human modelling4
Cognitive functional therapy for lower back pain: A meta-analytical assessment of pain and disability outcomes in randomized controlled trials4
Different montages of transcranial direct current stimulation on postural stability in chronic low back pain patients: A randomized sham-controlled study4
Rehabilitation effect of aquatic exercise on motor function in children with cerebral palsy: Systematic review of randomized controlled trials4
Effects of percussion massage therapy, dynamic stretching, and static stretching on physical performance and balance4
Booster session prescription and outcomes in adults with chronic low back pain: Secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial4
Masseter muscle hyperactivity and pain sensitization during smartphone use: A cross-sectional study of thenar–trigeminal interaction4
Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization as a promising approach for children with chronic neck pain: A single-blind, randomized study4
Electromyographic analysis of the three subdivisions of the gluteus medius during Wall Press Exercise and Figure-of-Four Position4
Validity, inter-rater reliability, and feasibility of the Chelsea Physical Assessment Tool for assessing physical function in post-acute COVID-19 patients: A cross-sectional study4
Machine learning prediction for identifying individuals requiring rotator cuff repair: Shoulder muscle strength and questionnaires as the related factors4
Effect of PNF stretching performed in the AKE position on hip, knee, and ankle flexibility4
Determination of reference values for abdominal skeletal muscle compartments in Turkish children4
Effect of comprehensive rehabilitation on pressure pain threshold, functional disability, and plantar pressure among type 2 diabetes mellitus individuals with chronic low back pain4
Investigation of lumbar and cervical lordosis variation in sit-to-stand-to-sit movement with different strategies in healthy subjects4
Characteristics of patients who dropped out after multidisciplinary pain management in Japan: A prospective cohort study4
Prevalence and risk factors of low back pain among auto rickshaw drivers in urban settings: A cross-sectional study4
Modified prolotherapy by 5% dextrose: Two years experiences of a traditional and complementary medicine practice center in Turkey4
Effectiveness of body awareness therapy on pain and pain coping strategies in postmenopausal women: A randomized controlled study4
An overlooked cause of groin pain: Ischiofemoral impingement syndrome4
Effects of an 8-week prenatal pilates program on spatiotemporal gait parameters, postural alignment and pain: A dual-center randomized controlled trial4
Letter to the Editor: 3D CT visualization of injectate spread following femoral and obturator nerve articular branches radiofrequency – An anatomical contribution to our previous findings4
The effects of oxygen-ozone therapy in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review4
Physiotherapy research on low back pain in the Indian context: A bibliometric analysis using the Scopus database4
Effects and experience with the Mézières method in people with low back pain: A mixed methods study4
Barriers and factors associated with adherence to a home exercise program of adults with musculoskeletal pain4
Sports-related musculoskeletal injuries: From diagnostics to rehabilitation4
Adherence to a home physical exercise program in patients with osteoporotic vertebral fractures: A retrospective observational study4
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