Combining 4 weeks of instrument-assisted myofascial mobilization followed by stretching significantly improved outcomes in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, with a greater effect on hands that were previously operated on. Performing mobilization first before stretching resulted in a significantly better quality-of-life outcome and greater pain relief in non-operated hands.

Patients who received an oral carbohydrate solution reported significantly less anxiety and more comfort in the pre- and post-operative phases during hip arthroplasty compared to patients who fasted.

A lower incidence of postoperative delirium was seen in patients who received intravenous dexmedetomidine, compared to intranasal or intratracheal dexmedetomidine in elderly patients undergoing spinal surgery.

Patients with chronic, disabling low back pain who received cognitive functional therapy reported significantly better physical function& pain relief vs. usual care. Cognitive functional therapy was also significantly more cost-effective, providing greater QALY gains and a larger reduction in productivity losses vs. usual care.

Atraumatic rotator cuff tear patients who received adduction manipulation reported significantly better range of motion and early function vs. physiotherapy.