https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/issue/feedTHE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences)2025-03-31T00:00:00+00:00Riffat Mehboobeditor@thetherapist.com.pkOpen Journal Systems<p><strong>Title of Journal: </strong><strong>THE THERAPIST (ISSN Online: 2790-7414, Print: 2790-7406)</strong></p> <p><strong>Frequency: Quarterly (w.e.f 1<sup>st</sup> Jan, 2023)</strong></p> <p><strong>Affiliated with:</strong> Lahore Medical Research Center</p> <p><strong>Website:</strong> (<a href="http://www.lmrc.com.pk">www.lmrc.com.pk</a>)</p> <p><strong>Published By:</strong> CrossLinks International Publishers LLC</p> <p><strong>Website:</strong> (<a href="http://www.clip.com.pk">www.clip.com.pk</a>)</p> <p><strong>Address: </strong>117 S Lexington St Ste 100, Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA</p> <p>‘The Therapist’, abbreviated as ‘TT’ is an official journal of ‘Lahore Medical Research Center’ (LMRC), LLP. We are pleased to announce the launch of this journal of physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences as well as other therapies are also included within the scope such as stem cell therapy, speech therapy, psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, radiotherapy, dialectial behavior therapy, Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, Mentalization-based therapy, animal-assisted therapy, emotion focused therapy, family therapy, group therapy, mind-fulness-based therapy, virtual therapy, exposure therapy, interpersonal therapy, diet <br />therapy, virtual therapy, hydrotherapy, heat therapy are among the few. <br />Mission of this journal is to publish the studies in the above areas and relevant disciplines. These researches will be of great significance and may contribute to the awareness and understanding of the impact of different therapies <br />on human health improvement. To our knowledge this is the first journal with this unique scope. Studies related to these topic are most welcome from national and international authors. It will help all of us to work as global team to do something for the betterment of ailing humanity and share ideas for this noble cause .</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Accreditation:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Approved by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for the year 2023-24</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Fee & Subscription Charges</strong></span></p> <p>Article Processing Fee: <strong>NONE</strong></p> <p>Article Publication Fee (National) Rs 20000 / Article</p> <p>Article Publication Fee (International ) 200 USD / Article</p> <p>Printed Version (Selected Articles on Authors Request): Rs 2500/per copy</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Annual Subscription for Printed Versions</strong></span></p> <p>For Institutes: Rs 20,000/ Annually</p> <p>Single Copy (Selected Articles): Rs 2500/-</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Waiver Policy</strong></span></p> <p>If an author has no funds to pay such charges, he may request for full or partial waiver of publication fees. The decision may however vary from case to case.</p> <p>We do not want charges to prevent the publication of worthy material.</p> <p><strong><u>Submissions</u></strong></p> <p>Submission are welcome and may be submitted here <a href="mailto:editor@thetherapist.com.pk">editor@thetherapist.com.pk</a></p>https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/article/view/245Knowledge Towards Artificial Intelligence among Physical Therapists Working in Pakistan2025-03-10T06:02:17+00:00Mamoona Tasleem Afzalmoona.dpt@gmail.comFatima Mehreenfatimamehreen2411@gmail.comNahid Alinahidalikhan3111@gmail.comRozina Aftabrozinaaftab99@gmail.comIqra Habibiqraahabib20@gmail.comMuhammad Rauf Ahmedraufehmed@szabmu.edu.pk<p>AI is a software system that simulates human intelligence in performing tasks and actions. In modern healthcare system, key aspects of AI include diagnosis, treatm<a name="_Toc184490355"></a><a name="_Toc184670319"></a>ent, and prevention of disease. <strong>Objective</strong><strong>:</strong> To determine the knowledge about AI among physical therapists working in Pakistan and to find out level of agreement related to advantages of AI, regarding use of AI in Rehabilitation and impact of AI on future of Rehabilitation.<a name="_Toc184670320"></a><a name="_Toc184490356"></a> <strong>Method</strong><strong>s</strong><strong>:</strong> <a name="_Toc184490357"></a><a name="_Toc184670321"></a>The study used convenience sampling in Pakistani hospitals and clinics, collecting data from 305 physiotherapists via hospital visits and an online questionnaire. Analysis was done using SPSS 23. <strong>Results</strong><strong>: </strong>Out of 305 participants, 120 were males and 185 were females. 116 were employed in public sector and 186 were employed in private sector. The frequency of physiotherapists who are familiar with AI came out to be 92.5%. About 56.4% physical therapist agreed about uses of AI in rehabilitation. 55.1% physical therapist believed that there are advantages of AI in rehabilitation and there will be a positive impact of AI on rehab in future according to 53.8% of physical therapist.<a name="_Toc184490358"></a><a name="_Toc184670322"></a> <strong>Conclusion</strong><strong>s</strong><strong>:</strong> The findings suggest that high frequency of knowledge of AI among physical therapist working in Pakistan. Many physical therapists believed that AI has the positive impact on rehabilitation.</p>2025-03-31T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2025 THE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences)https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/article/view/246The Prevalence of Core Muscles Weakness and Fatigue in 18-to 25-Year-Old Medical College Students2025-03-25T06:41:35+00:00Gulzar Ahmadgulzarabbas8628@gmail.comAreeba Shahzad1@gmail.com<p><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s play a significant role in the stability of the back spine, ribcage, and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">l</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">umbopelvic region by influencing daily living activities and balance.</span> </span><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Objectives</span></span></strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"><strong>:</strong> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">To </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">investigate core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> weakness among male and female medical college students aged 18-25 and to evaluate their core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> endurance using the McGill core endurance tests. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Also</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">,</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">to assess fatigue levels among participants using the Rating of Fatigu</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">e Scale (ROF</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">).</span> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><strong><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Methods</span></strong><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">:</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">A total of 246 participants were recruited from Rashid Latif Medical College</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> (RLMC)</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> and Johar Institute of Professional Studies</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> (JIPS)</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, Lahore, using non-probability convenient sampling. The sample size was </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">determined</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> using </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Epitool</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> software. To assess core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> endurance, the McGill Core Endurance Test was administered. Additionally, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">the Rating of Fatigue Scale </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">was used to evaluate fatigue levels among participants.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> Data were</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> entered and analyzed using SPSS version 27.0. Numeric data are presented as mean and standard deviation. </span></span><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Results:</span> </span></strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">92.68% of participants </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">exhibited</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> weakness duri</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">ng the 60º Spinal Flexion Test</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">,</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">and 96.75% of participants </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">exhibited</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> weakness during the Side Plank Tests. </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Another Rating of fatigue</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">is a prevalent issue among the participants, with only 10.2% reporting no fatigue. </span><span class="NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">The majority of</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> participants (43.5%) experienced mild fatigue, while </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">a significant proportion</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> (37%) reported moderate fatigue. Furthermore, 8.5% of participants experienced severe fatigue, and 0.8% reported the worst fatigue.</span> </span><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Conclusion</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">:</span> </span></strong><span class="TextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">It was concluded that a</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> remarkably high prevalence of core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> weakness was found among medical college students.</span> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Furthermore, failure to engage core </span><span class="FindHit SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">muscle</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">s during daily activities </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">likely contributes</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> to this prevalent weakness</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> </span></span><span class="EOP SCXW91980125 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>2025-03-31T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2025 THE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences)https://thetherapist.com.pk/index.php/tt/article/view/247Mapping Pain: A Journalist's Guide to Chiropractic Healing2025-03-25T07:20:16+00:00Zeeshan Mehboobzeeshan@lmrc.com.pk<p> </p> <p>The story of sciatica is a human-interest story on a profound scale, one that calls for more excitement than clinical observation can provide. Chiropractic care becomes an intriguing way to explore and tackle sciatic nerve pain as healthcare joins narrative in journalism.</p> <p>Pain as a text has been written in traditional biomedical narratives in the form of a symptom to be treated or attenuated. Chiropractic in offering reads an editorial perspective as radical: seeing the experience of the patient as a story of healing in its fullness, and not as a medical case file.</p> <p>The investigative elements are remarkable. What triggers sciatic pain? How are environmental, occupational and lifestyle factors involved in the development of this common condition? These questions solve a medical issue in terms of a rich, complex narrative of human experience.</p> <p>Spinal manipulations are removed from being mere technical procedures and turn into interviews with the body, to find out what the body wants to say, to narrate realignment, stress and potential recovery. Fundamental premise is knowing body’s structural ability to heal when equilibrium has been restored.</p> <p>Just like in a journalistic piece, sources are beginning to show that they have compelling evidence. Recent clinical studies finally document significant improvements in patient outcomes, contradicting previous medical narratives and providing new views on pain management.</p> <p>Modern chiropractic care includes methods that go past spinal manipulation alone. Treatment plans that integrate exercises work with soft tissue therapy to show patients how to use their workspace better plus help them lead better lives. The comprehensive treatment plan gives patients the tools they need to join their recovery process.</p> <p>The medical methods of healthcare share major similarities with how professional journalists work. Chiropractic work aligns with journalism’s methods because both depend on keen interest, good listening skills, extensive study, and determined exploration for facts. They want us to study deeper into issues than basic facts and go straight to total information discovery. Chiropractors need to partner with medical experts who build special care plans using patient stories and health results.</p> <p>Our shared purpose goes beyond recording symptoms because we function as healthcare experts and professionals who craft stories. We have to create new forms of treatment that return patients to their former health while keeping alive their wish for recovery. Through chiropractic care, patients receive a form of treatment that aligns with a distinct way of perceiving health based on how different aspects of life affect each other.</p> <p>Accepting whole-person views turns pain treatment into a human-led process of regaining health and comprehending the healing experience.</p>2025-03-31T00:00:00+00:00Copyright (c) 2025 THE THERAPIST (Journal of Therapies & Rehabilitation Sciences)