The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
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Response to "Neuromuscular Control and Resistance Training for Chronic Low Back Pain: Discussing a Randomized Controlled Trial"

Jan 1, 2026

The authors respond to critiques regarding their randomized controlled trial on neuromuscular control and resistance training for chronic low back pain. They address concerns raised in letters to the editor, aiming to clarify their findings and reinforce the efficacy of their intervention. The response emphasizes the importance of their research in understanding treatment approaches for chronic low back pain.

Patient Concerns Are Often Overlooked by Low Back Pain (LBP) Guidelines

Jan 1, 2026

The authors investigate whether the concerns of patients with acute low back pain (LBP) are adequately addressed by existing clinical guidelines. Their mixed-methods study reveals that patient concerns often remain overlooked in guideline-recommended advice, highlighting a gap between clinical recommendations and patient needs.

RESPONSE: Proprioceptive Exercises Combined With Strengthening Exercises Are Not Superior to Strengthening Exercises Alone for Shoulder Pain and Disability in Individuals With Chronic Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Nov 27, 2025

The authors respond to a critique regarding their randomized controlled trial, which concluded that proprioceptive exercises combined with strengthening exercises do not provide additional benefits over strengthening exercises alone for individuals with chronic rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. They address methodological considerations raised in the critique and reaffirm their findings on the effectiveness of the exercise interventions studied.

Methodological Considerations for Proprioceptive Training in Rotator-Cuff Related Shoulder Pain: Response to "Proprioceptive Exercises Combined With Strengthening Exercises Are Not Superior to Strengthening Exercises Alone for Shoulder Pain and Disability in Individuals With Chronic Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial"

Nov 27, 2025

In this letter to the editor, the authors respond to a randomized controlled trial that questioned the efficacy of combining proprioceptive exercises with strengthening exercises for treating chronic rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. They aim to address methodological considerations that may impact the interpretation of the trial's findings and the overall effectiveness of proprioceptive training in this context.

Hip Pain and Mobility Deficits - Hip Osteoarthritis: 2025 Revision. Using the Evidence to Guide Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Practice

Nov 25, 2025

The authors aim to provide updated guidance for musculoskeletal rehabilitation clinicians on effectively managing hip pain and mobility deficits associated with hip osteoarthritis in middle-aged and older adults. They emphasize the importance of incorporating exercise therapy and manual therapy into treatment plans. This revision serves to enhance clinical practice by presenting the latest evidence in the field.

Hip Pain and Mobility Deficits-Hip Osteoarthritis: Revision 2025

Oct 30, 2025

The 2025 revision of the Hip Pain and Mobility Deficits - Hip Osteoarthritis Clinical Practice Guideline aims to evaluate the evidence supporting physical therapy interventions for patients with hip osteoarthritis. This update builds on previous guidelines by focusing on new research published since March 2016, while briefly reviewing previously established information on prevalence and clinical features. The authors seek to provide updated recommendations based on the latest evidence in the field.

Dear Newly Graduated Physical Therapist

Oct 1, 2025

The article presents an infographic developed by the JOSPT Knowledge Mobilization team aimed at sharing essential research insights with clinicians, particularly newly graduated physical therapists. The focus is on effectively communicating key messages from current research to enhance clinical practice in orthopaedic and sports physical therapy.