Published in BMC Musculoskelet Disord on June 17, 2005
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The role of MRI in musculoskeletal practice: a clinical perspective. J Man Manip Ther (2011) 0.80
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The perception of physical therapy leaders in Saudi Arabia regarding physical therapy scope of practice in primary health care. J Phys Ther Sci (2016) 0.75
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The status of temporomandibular and cervical spine education in credentialed orthopedic manual physical therapy fellowship programs: a comparison of didactic and clinical education exposure. J Man Manip Ther (2015) 0.75
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Preliminary development of a clinical prediction rule for determining which patients with low back pain will respond to a stabilization exercise program. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2005) 2.95
Psychometric properties of the Neck Disability Index and Numeric Pain Rating Scale in patients with mechanical neck pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2008) 2.86
Reliability and diagnostic accuracy of the clinical examination and patient self-report measures for cervical radiculopathy. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2003) 2.58
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Regional interdependence: a musculoskeletal examination model whose time has come. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2007) 2.12
The use of ultrasound imaging of the abdominal drawing-in maneuver in subjects with low back pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2005) 2.00
Neck pain: Clinical practice guidelines linked to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health from the Orthopedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2008) 2.00
Responsiveness of the Neck Disability Index in patients with mechanical neck disorders. Spine J (2009) 1.94
Clinical identifiers for detecting underlying closed cervical fractures. Pain Pract (2013) 1.92
A comparison between two physical therapy treatment programs for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: a randomized clinical trial. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2006) 1.91
Development of a clinical prediction rule for guiding treatment of a subgroup of patients with neck pain: use of thoracic spine manipulation, exercise, and patient education. Phys Ther (2006) 1.90
The use of a lumbar spine manipulation technique by physical therapists in patients who satisfy a clinical prediction rule: a case series. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2006) 1.89
Interrater reliability of clinical examination measures for identification of lumbar segmental instability. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2003) 1.82
The reliability and construct validity of the Neck Disability Index and patient specific functional scale in patients with cervical radiculopathy. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2006) 1.80
Some factors predict successful short-term outcomes in individuals with shoulder pain receiving cervicothoracic manipulation: a single-arm trial. Phys Ther (2009) 1.79
Short-term effects of thrust versus nonthrust mobilization/manipulation directed at the thoracic spine in patients with neck pain: a randomized clinical trial. Phys Ther (2007) 1.74
Pragmatic application of a clinical prediction rule in primary care to identify patients with low back pain with a good prognosis following a brief spinal manipulation intervention. BMC Fam Pract (2005) 1.58
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The impact of physical therapy residency or fellowship education on clinical outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2015) 1.47
The double crush syndrome: a common occurrence in cyclists with ulnar nerve neuropathy-a case-control study. Clin J Sport Med (2008) 1.45
Lumbar spine segmental mobility assessment: an examination of validity for determining intervention strategies in patients with low back pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2005) 1.44
Placebo, nocebo, and expectations: leveraging positive outcomes. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2013) 1.42
Patient outcomes and clinical performance: Parallel paths or inextricable links? J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2006) 1.41
Chronic female pelvic pain--part 1: clinical pathoanatomy and examination of the pelvic region. Pain Pract (2011) 1.41
Validation of the Revised Physical Therapist Clinical Performance Instrument (PT CPI): Version 2006. Phys Ther (2011) 1.32
Systematic review of the quality of randomized controlled trials for patellofemoral pain syndrome. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2003) 1.27
Subjective and objective descriptors of clinical lumbar spine instability: a Delphi study. Man Ther (2005) 1.25
The audible pop is not necessary for successful spinal high-velocity thrust manipulation in individuals with low back pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2003) 1.24
The accuracy of the Palpation Meter (PALM) for measuring pelvic crest height difference and leg length discrepancy. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2003) 1.19
Thoracic outlet syndrome: a controversial clinical condition. Part 1: anatomy, and clinical examination/diagnosis. J Man Manip Ther (2010) 1.18
The effectiveness of manual physical therapy and exercise for mechanical neck pain: a randomized clinical trial. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2008) 1.14
Reliability of a measurement of neck flexor muscle endurance. Phys Ther (2005) 1.10
Stress fracture of the ulna in a male competitive polo player. Am J Sports Med (2002) 1.10
Association of disturbances in the thoracic outlet in subjects with carpal tunnel syndrome: a case-control study. J Hand Ther (2011) 1.09
Interrater reliability of the history and physical examination in patients with mechanical neck pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2006) 1.09
Manual physical therapy and exercise versus electrophysical agents and exercise in the management of plantar heel pain: a multicenter randomized clinical trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2009) 1.08
Development of a clinical prediction rule for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2005) 1.07
The audible pop from thoracic spine thrust manipulation and its relation to short-term outcomes in patients with neck pain. J Man Manip Ther (2007) 1.07
Validation of the clinical internship evaluation tool. Phys Ther (2007) 1.06
Spinal palpation for lumbar segmental mobility and pain provocation: an interexaminer reliability study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther (2008) 1.05
Manual physical therapy, cervical traction, and strengthening exercises in patients with cervical radiculopathy: a case series. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2005) 1.05
Primary care referral of patients with low back pain to physical therapy: impact on future health care utilization and costs. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2012) 1.05
Factors related to the inability of individuals with low back pain to improve with a spinal manipulation. Phys Ther (2004) 1.04
Manual physical assessment of spinal segmental motion: intent and validity. Man Ther (2007) 1.03
2006 Young Investigator Award Winner: lumbosacral nerve root displacement and strain: part 2. A comparison of 2 straight leg raise conditions in unembalmed cadavers. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2007) 1.02
Characterization of acute and chronic whiplash-associated disorders. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2009) 1.02
Associates of physical function and pain in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2009) 1.01
Identification of individuals with patellofemoral pain whose symptoms improved after a combined program of foot orthosis use and modified activity: a preliminary investigation. Phys Ther (2004) 1.00
Predictors of short-term outcome in people with a clinical diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy. Phys Ther (2007) 1.00
Proposal of a classification system for patients with neck pain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2004) 0.99
Fluoroscopic video to identify aberrant lumbar motion. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2007) 0.99
Relationships between clinical measures of static foot posture and plantar pressure during static standing and walking. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) (2011) 0.97
A new technique for digital fluoroscopic video assessment of sagittal plane lumbar spine motion. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2005) 0.97
Autonomy in physical therapy: less is more. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2005) 0.97
Arthrokinematics in a subgroup of patients likely to benefit from a lumbar stabilization exercise program. Phys Ther (2007) 0.96
Manual physical therapy interventions and exercise for patients with temporomandibular disorders. Cranio (2006) 0.96
Predictors of pain and function outcome after rehabilitation in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome. J Rehabil Med (2009) 0.95
Assessment of fine motor control in individuals with Parkinson's disease using force tracking with a secondary cognitive task. J Neurol Phys Ther (2010) 0.94
2006 Young Investigator Award Winner: lumbosacral nerve root displacement and strain: part 1. A novel measurement technique during straight leg raise in unembalmed cadavers. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (2007) 0.93
Coupling behavior of the cervical spine: a systematic review of the literature. J Manipulative Physiol Ther (2006) 0.93
Exercise and Auricular Acupuncture for Chronic Low-back Pain: A Feasibility Randomized-controlled Trial. Clin J Pain (2012) 0.93
Clinical outcomes following manual physical therapy and exercise for hip osteoarthritis: A case series. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2006) 0.93
Psychometric properties of selected tests in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. Spine J (2012) 0.91
Gender differences among sagittal plane knee kinematic and ground reaction force characteristics during a rapid sprint and cut maneuver. Res Q Exerc Sport (2004) 0.91
Identifiers suggestive of clinical cervical spine instability: a Delphi study of physical therapists. Phys Ther (2005) 0.89
Yoga vs. physical therapy vs. education for chronic low back pain in predominantly minority populations: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials (2014) 0.89
Mechanical vs manual manipulation for low back pain: an observational cohort study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther (2010) 0.89
Psychometric properties of the Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire and Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia in patients with shoulder pain. Arch Phys Med Rehabil (2010) 0.89
Screening for vertebrobasilar insufficiency in patients with neck pain: manual therapy decision-making in the presence of uncertainty. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2005) 0.88
Effects of education on return-to-work status for people with fear-avoidance beliefs and acute low back pain. Phys Ther (2007) 0.88
The use of a pneumatic leg brace in soldiers with tibial stress fractures--a randomized clinical trial. Mil Med (2004) 0.88
There's more than one way to manipulate a spine. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2006) 0.87
Thoracic costotransverse joint pain patterns: a study in normal volunteers. BMC Musculoskelet Disord (2008) 0.87
The effects of neurodynamic mobilization on fluid dispersion within the tibial nerve at the ankle: an unembalmed cadaveric study. J Man Manip Ther (2011) 0.87
Effectiveness of manual physical therapy to the cervical spine in the management of lateral epicondylalgia: a retrospective analysis. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2004) 0.87
Interexaminer reliability of the prone leg length analysis procedure. J Manipulative Physiol Ther (2007) 0.86
The emerging relationship between regenerative medicine and physical therapeutics. Phys Ther (2010) 0.86
Clinical hip tests and a functional squat test in patients with knee osteoarthritis: reliability, prevalence of positive test findings, and short-term response to hip mobilization. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2004) 0.85
Clinical examination variables discriminate among treatment-based classification groups: a study of construct validity in patients with acute low back pain. Phys Ther (2005) 0.85
Cardiovascular assessment in the orthopaedic practice setting. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2005) 0.84
The pearls and pitfalls of magnetic resonance imaging for the spine. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2011) 0.84
Upper cervical ligament testing in a patient with os odontoideum presenting with headaches. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther (2008) 0.83
Knowledge in managing musculoskeletal conditions and educational preparation of physical therapists in the uniformed services. Mil Med (2007) 0.83
Management of the athlete with low back pain. Clin Sports Med (2002) 0.83