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Evaluation of the effectiveness of massage performed by a partner in reducing low back pain in pregnant women.

Dariusz Boguszewski, Daria Sałata, Jakub Adamczyk, Izabela Korabiewska, Anna Cabak

Dariusz Boguszewski, Daria Sałata, Jakub Adamczyk, Izabela Korabiewska, Anna Cabak – Evaluation of the effectiveness of massage performed by a partner in reducing low back pain in pregnant women. Fizjoterapia Polska 2012; 12(4); 379-387

Abstract
Low back pain (LBP) is a common problem of pregnant women. The aim of the study was the assessment of the impact of classic massage on LBP among pregnant women. The group of 57 pregnant women was included in the study. The patients were divided into two groups. The women in Group 1 (n=28) were subjected to a series of classic massage treatments, performed by their partners (after instruction during antenatal classes). Women in Group 2 (n=29) did not change their lifestyle. The applied research tools were the following: The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (VAS), Roland-Morris Questionnaire, Spielberger’s Questionnaire and the authors’ tailored survey. Mann-Whitney U- test was used for comparison of the results between the groups. The minimum level of signi­ficance was set at p<0.05.After the series of treatments, the LBP (measured by VAS) was significantly lower in the research group (p=0.018). A po­sitive impact of massage performed by the partner on the functional activity (p=0.041) as well as and on self-esteem and psychological state (p=0.014) was proved. 1. Massage reduces LBP in pregnant women. 2. Massage performed by pregnant women’s partners may fa­vourably affect the women’s mental condition and improve their general well-being.
Key words:
pregnant women, massage, lower back pain
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Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis

Mateusz Wojciech Romanowski

M. W. Romanowski – Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(3); 90-101

Abstract
Place of physical therapy with particular emphasis on exercises and massage in the treatment of patients with Ankylosing SpondylitisThe process includes the sacroiliac joints, spinal joints and ligaments, fibrous rings and peripheral joints. From 0.1% to 0.5% of the population in Central Europe suffer from AS. Treatment of patients with AS requires, first of all, combining pharmacotherapy with non-pharmacological treatment including mainly: physical exercise, massage, participation in self-help groups, education, manual therapy, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, acupuncture, balneotherapy, spa therapy, systemic cryotherapy, lifestyle modification. So far, no single, proper algorithm for non-pharmacological treatment of patients with AS has been developed.
Key words:
Ankylosing spondylitis, physiotherapy, rheumatology, exercise, massage
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Evaluation of the effectiveness of massage therapy in combination with other rehabilitation treatments in the treatment of back pain syndrome

Monika Molga, Damian Durlak

M. Molga, D. Durlak – Evaluation of the effectiveness of massage therapy in combination with other rehabilitation treatments in the treatment of back pain syndrome. Fizjoterapia Polska 2019; 19(2); 46-58

Abstract
Objective. The objective of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of classic massage therapy in combination with other rehabilitation treatments and its influence on the reduction of pain intensity in people diagnosed with back pain syndrome.
Material and method. The study was conducted using a questionnaire form at the HIPOKRATES clinic in Krakow. The study involved 150 people who underwent massage therapy, and physiotherapy and kinesitherapy treatment recommended by a physician. To assess the effectiveness of massage therapy in combination with other treatments, the degree of pain intensity was determined in all patients using the VAS visual analog scale before and after completed rehabilitation. The questions also concerned the duration of back pain, knowledge of the principles of ergonomics, use of other treatments besides massage therapy, the time after which the pain was reduced and the duration of positive effects, the effects of massage therapy combined with other rehabilitation treatments, and well-being.
Results. On average, in people using rehabilitation, pain symptoms began to decrease after the fourth treatment. After a series of treatments, most of the respondents experienced improved functioning in everyday life, and pain and increased muscle tone decreased. The patients’ well-being improved considerably, and the dose of painkillers taken was reduced.
Conclusions. Massage therapy in combination with kinesiotherapy and physiotherapy is an effective form of therapy for the treatment of back pain syndrome.

Key words:
back pain, massage therapy, rehabilitation

 

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Physiotherapy in the treatment of fibromyalgia

Anna Mickiewicz

A. Mickiewicz – Physiotherapy in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Fizjoterapia Polska 2019; 19(2); 20-26

Abstract
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by pain, sleep disturbances, fatigue, cognitive dysfunction and many other somatic symptoms, negatively influencing functional status and quality of life of the patients.
Non-pharmacological treatment, comprising exercises, physical agents, massage and manual therapy, should be the first-line treatment in patients with fibromyalgia.
The aim of this article is to present the up-to-date findings of the systematic reviews, meta-analyses and randomized controlled clinical trials, describing the efficacy of the physiotherapy treatment in patients with fibromyalgia.
Material and methods. The literature available in the PubMed and PEDro databases was reviewed regarding the possibility of using selected physiotherapy treatments in fibromyalgia. This review includes the results of the latest systematic reviews, meta-analyzes and randomized clinical trials, showing the effectiveness of selected physical exercises, physical agents and massage in patients with fibromyalgia.

Key words:
fibromyalgia, physiotherapy, exercises, physical agents, massage

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The effect of massage with an electrostatic field of different frequency on the tension of selected skeletal muscles of the shoulder girdle

Patryk Kiljański, Joanna Kałuża-Pawłowska, Krzysztof Gieremek, Marek Kiljański

P. Kiljański, J. Kałuża-Pawłowska, K. Gieremek, M. Kiljański – The effect of massage with an electrostatic field of different frequency on the tension of selected skeletal muscles of the shoulder girdle. Fizjoterapia Polska 2018; 18(4); 138-158

 

Abstract
Objective of the work. The aim of the study is to show whether the electrostatic field massage has an effect on the fall in resting tension of the upper part of the trapezius muscle.
Material and methods. 20 people participated in the study, men and women aged 23-29. The subjects’ lifestyle was varied. The research group consisted of people practicing recreational sports, spending a lot of time in front of a computer or by reading books, as well as people doing casual work. All subjects were characterized by an active lifestyle.
The “Szirmai” myotonometer was used for measuring muscle tone. The Physiomed Deep Oscillation was used for massaging with the electrostatic field. The massage took place in two stages, each one with the use of a field with different frequency, respectively – 50 Hz (test No. 1) and 150 Hz (test No. 2). The interval between the tests was 2-3 weeks.
Results and conclusions. The research shows that electrostatic field massage has an effect on the muscle tone drop at both 50 Hz and 150 Hz. Statistically there was no significant difference in the reduction of muscle tone between 50 Hz and 150 Hz.

Key words:
massage, muscle tone, frequency, Deep Oscillation

 

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Massage during pregnancy – indications, contraindications, general principles for performing the treatment

Katarzyna Urtnowska, Irena Bułatowicz, Grzegorz Ludwikowski

K. Urtnowska, I. Bułatowicz, G. Ludwikowski – Massage during pregnancy – indications, contraindications, general principles for performing the treatment. FP 2017; 17(1); 88-94

Abstract

Aim. The aim of this study was to present the general principles of massage therapy during pregnancy, as well as indications and contraindications for performing the treatment.
Basic assumptions. Pregnancy, as a_period of the great change in woman’s body, results in a_number of different ailments and because of that, can be determined as a_therapeutic problem. The most common symptoms are pain and tension from musculo-skeletal system. The relaxing massage treatment, performed regularly during pregnancy is able to prevent or alleviate already present symptoms. Unfortunately, it is performed very rarely, due to many apprehensions about the safety of that treatment and because of the fact that not every massage parlour or beauty salon is ready to provide help for pregnant women. Prenatal massage, in order to be safe for pregnant woman, must be always performed in a_special way, so that women could feel at ease, relaxed and won’t have to worry about their health and of their unborn child. It is extremely important, for the massage specialist, to rule out any contraindications before the treatment, to respect the rules of performing it and care about the well-being of the pregnant.

Key words:
women, pregnancy, massage, physiotherapy

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