Musculoskeletal manual approaches are effective for treating Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). In the short term, there is a larger effect regarding the latter when compared to other conservative treatments for TMD.
Effect of Connective Tissue Manipulation on Symptoms and Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Constipation: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction in the Athlete: Diagnosis and Management
Examination procedures and interventions for the hip in the management of low back pain: a survey of physical therapists.
Physical therapists commonly examine and provide interventions directed at the hip(s) for individuals with lower back pain. Post-professional fellowship training appears to influence the intervention selection of the physical therapist, with an increase in usage of hip joint manual therapy and a decrease in hip muscle flexibility and modality usage.