Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy

Falls in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: A prospective study

Mariana Asmar Alencar, Julia Magalhães Waybe Gonçalves, Danielle D`Allembert, Marcela Ferreira de Andrade Rangel, Paula Cristina Ferreira Gomes, Leonardo Cruz de Souza

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101623

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Letter to Editor on “The immediate effects of mobilization with movement on shoulder range of motion and pain in patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain: A randomized controlled trial (evolution trial)

Rama Taneja, Amita Aggarwal

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101638

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Three sets of 10 repetitions of MWM improved the angular onset of pain in patients with RCRSP.
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Three sets of 10 repetitions of MWM had no effect on pain intensity in patients with RCRSP.
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The study provided preliminary support for the use of MWM in treating patients with RCRSP.

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Quality indicators for Spanish hospital-based physical therapy units: a feasibility and inter-rater reliability study

Daniel Ángel-García, Nicolás Ibarra-Meneses, Beatriz Alonso-Cortés Fradejas, Ismael Martínez-Nicolás

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101633

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Implementing quality indicators in physical therapy care not only ensures patient safety but also promotes evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.
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Hospitals can utilize these indicators to benchmark their performance against national and international standards and identify areas for improvement.
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By integrating these indicators into clinical practice, hospitals can enhance patient outcomes and the overall efficiency of physical therapy services.
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Continued monitoring of these indicators ensures that patients receive high-quality care and that resources are utilized effectively to meet their rehabilitation needs.

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Vol. 30. Issue 5. (In progress)

(1 September 2026)

This issue is in progress but contains articles that are final and fully citable.

Systematic review

The effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions for Pregnancy-Related lumbopelvic pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

M. Mladenovic, L.M. Coughlan, P.R.C.do Nascimento, M.J. Simmons, S. Dufour, G. Spadoni, L.G. Macedo

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101605

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Currently, there is low certainty evidence showing that any exercise is better than standard care for disability in the short and longer terms, however; the effects on pain are more likely at longer term.
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Low certainty evidence that manual therapy is better than standard obstetric care but there is conflicting evidence for comparisons with other interventions.
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The education provided in this study is no better than standard care.

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Masterclass

Physical activity and exercise for the management of chronic low back pain as a component of multimorbidity: from problem to practice

Matthew D Jones, Rafael Zambelli Pinto, Manuela L Ferreira, Mitchell T Gibbs

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101621

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We describe the burden of chronic low back pain as a component of multimorbidity.
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We outline the key role of physical activity and exercise for addressing this burden.
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We discuss key considerations for clinicians for managing these individuals.
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We illustrate our proposed approach with a case study.

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Patient and Public Involvement around the world: where we are and where Brazilian research needs to go

Paula Silva de Carvalho Chagas, Christina Danielli Coelho de Morais Faria, Andrea Cross, Olive Lennon, Christopher Morris, Sam Williams, James McAuley, Steven Marsh, ... Egmar Longo

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101608

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Patient and Public Involvement in Research (PPI) is an evolving concept around the world and is a key driver of equity and social justice
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PPI in Research ensures that research reflects the needs and values of those it serves.
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Proper training on how to use PPI in research should be made mandatory for researchers, patients, and the public.
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Low- and middle-income countries, like Brazil, must encourage the implementation of PPI in health-related research studies.

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Original research

A new proposal for unsupported upper limb test in individuals with post-COVID-19 syndrome

Thiago Henrique da Silva Martins, Cristino Carneiro Oliveira, Isis Santos Araújo, Bianca Louise Carmona Rocha, Carolina Coimbra Marinho, Liliane P. de Souza Mendes, Marcelo Velloso

Braz J Phys Ther. 2026;30: 101622

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UULEX-M showed equivalent physiological and symptomatic responses to UULEX.
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Men performed better on the UULEX-M test than women.
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UULEX-M test may be a more practical alternative to UULEX.

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