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Journal Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences (2026)
ISSN 2226-9215 · Faculty of Rehabilitation & Allied health sciences, Riphah International University · 385 articles in the index
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Exploring Satisfaction and Perceived Learning in Physical Therapy Students during Online Learning: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Background: The coronavirus outbreak which occurred in 2019 brought an unprecedented transformation in the education sector, accelerating the shift from traditional face-to-face learning to online platforms. While virtual learning existed before, it was largely considered a supplementary tool…
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Urdu Translation of Denver Sacroiliac Joint Questionnaire (DSIJQ) and Its Validity and Reliability in Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction (SIJD) Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) is a significant contributor of both chronic low back pain and disability. The Denver Sacroiliac Joint Questionnaire (DSIJQ) is a condition-specific tool designed to evaluate severity of symptoms and functional limitations related to SIJD. However…
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The Future of Rehabilitation Practice in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare delivery and is expected to significantly influence the future of rehabilitation practice. Rehabilitation professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, prosthetists, orthotists…
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Functional Independence in Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury Patients with Neuropathic Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Traumatic spinal cord injury is a severe neurological condition that cause the life-long disability. Impairments are associated with motor and sensory dysfunctions. Central neuropathic pain is a complication after spinal cord injury. Objective: To find out the functional independence in…
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Physical activity during the follicular phase versus the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle among eumenorrheic females: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Fluctuations of hormones in the luteal and follicular phases of eumenorrheic women affect their physical activities in various aspects. Studies on these effects in eumenorrheic females, who experience regular menstrual cycles, remain limited. This study evaluates physical activity…
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Impact of Body Dysmorphia, Social Media on Mental Health and Academic Achievement Among Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: People who suffer from Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) focus too much on their perceived imperfections in physical appearance that may or may not actually exist in reality. Social media's representation of perfect bodies creates dissatisfaction and a subsequent negative impact upon…
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Biomechanical Divergence: Why Male Coaching Models Fail Female Fast Bowlers
The growth of women cricket in Pakistan is gaining momentum; nonetheless, coaching, training, and rehabilitation patterns are still based to a large extent on male based biomechanical models. The clinical implications of such a mismatch have become clinically relevant and have become more common in…
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Association of Depression with Balance and Mobility in Patients Suffering from Parkinson’s Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) represents a gradual neurodegenerative process that involves motor and non-motor functions including the emotional state and the ability to move. One of the main non-motor symptoms of PD is depression and it might seriously affect both the physical performance…
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Frequency of Scapular Dyskinesis and its Association with Shoulder Pain in Gym-Going Females in Hayatabad: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Background: Scapular dyskinesis is a common issue among individuals who engage in regular gym activities. As the scapula provides a stable base for movement, alterations in its positioning or motion can impair shoulder function. To address performance limitations, it is essential to identify the…
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Role of Dry Needling in Management of Cervicogenic Headache: A Systematic Review
Background: Cervicogenic headache is one of the most common types of headache. It is caused due to musculoskeletal dysfunction in the cervical muscles. The underlying mechanisms involve myofascial trigger points. Dry needling is a technique that targets these myofascial trigger points. This…
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Assessment of Kinesiophobia in Postoperative Cardiac Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Cardiac surgeries are commonly and successfully performed to treat various cardiovascular disorders. Postoperative cardiac rehabilitation is essential to minimize the negative effects of surgery. Despite this, cardiac rehabilitation is not routinely practiced in many developing…
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Trends of Physical Therapy Management of Low Back Pain: A Mini Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
Background: Low back pain usually presents below the costal margins and above the inferior gluteal folds i.e., between the 12th rib and the gluteal folds. Globally it has become the leading cause of disability. The lifetime Prevalence of LBP episode varies from 60% to 90%. Many physical therapy…
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Occurrence of Musculoskeletal Symptoms, Among Teachers of Special Education Institutes in Rawalpindi and Islamabad: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Teaching students with mental, physical, and learning disabilities is a highly demanding nature of work, which often leads to varying degrees of musculoskeletal disorders worldwide. Nevertheless, there is a limitation of the studies focusing on the occurrence of musculoskeletal symptoms…
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Comparison of Mulligan’s Spinal Mobilization with Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Technique on Pain, Disability and Range of Motion in Patients with Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Background: Cervical radiculopathy involves response, motion and sensational changes e.g. radiating pain, paresthesia, numbness that can be raised by bad positions and motions of neck. Objective: To determine spinal mobilization and proprioceptive neuro-muscular facilitation comparison on the pain…
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Relationship of Kinesophobia with Pain Intensity, Disability, and Sleep Quality in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Chronic low back pain is one of the major health care concerns. It impacts the activities of daily living and mental well-being. Kinesiophobia is often associated with chronic pain that may lead to a cascade of further movement dysfunctions. Objective: To explore the relationship of…
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Effects of Scapular Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Pain and Range of Motion in Patients with Adhesive Capsulitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Adhesive capsulitis is a common musculoskeletal condition exhibiting pain and a gradual loss of range of motion in the glenohumeral joint. This affects the activities of daily life and most commonly results in functional limitations. Objective: To assess the effects of proprioceptive…
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Effectiveness of McKenzie Neck Exercise Combined with Conventional Physical Therapy versus Conventional Physical Therapy Alone in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Neck pain is a common problem, commonly associated with poor posture, mechanical stress or trauma. It is often nonspecific, i.e. no underlying disease is detected. Neck pain may interfere with the normal life and result in a chronic ache. The goal of the effective treatments, the…
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Effect of Lumber Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides on Lower Cross Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background: Lower cross syndrome, also referred to as pelvic crossed syndrome, develops when insufficient muscle strength causes an imbalance in the lower extremities. It is marked by a pattern of weakness and tightness between opposing muscle groups on the front and back of the body. Lumbar…