The Healer Journal

About the Journal

The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (HJPRS) is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed, HEC-recognised quarterly journal that has strived to make science widely available so that physiotherapy can heal, rehabilitate, transform society, and positively impact people's lives. The HJPRS is committed to applying scientific knowledge and encourages evidence-based practice to improve health and advance human progress. In our issues, we publish some of the best healing sciences, from the best scientists and therapists worldwide, providing an unparalleled global reach and impact on health. The aim is to improve the implementation of research findings into clinical physical therapy and practice.

Aims and Scope

The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences is an official Journal of "Physio Rehab and Research Center (Pvt) Ltd”. It is managed, funded, and published by Physio Rehab and Research Center (Pvt) Ltd. The HJPRS is a quarterly, open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed international, HEC-recognised journal that has strived to make science widely available so that physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences can heal, rehabilitate, transform society, and positively impact people's lives. The Healer Journal is committed to applying scientific knowledge and encourages evidence-based practice to improve health and advance human progress. In our issues, we publish some of the best healing sciences, from the best scientists and therapists worldwide, providing an unparalleled global reach and impact on health. The aim is to improve the implementation of research findings into clinical physical therapy and practice. A highly-cited, multi-disciplinary, international editorial board provides reviews on the issue articles and assures timely publication of issues.

Scope of Journal

The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences published by Physio Rehab and Research Center follows the whole publication process by HEC rules & guidelines and international standards of research journals. The journal uses an Open Journal System (OJS) for all communications and publication processes to ensure transparency, integrity, and efficiency. This journal aims to be indexed by international indexing agencies including Web of Science and SCOPUS as per HEC guidelines. The Journal has its Editorial and Advisory Board. The Editorial Board is comprised of a chief editor, editor, managing editor, and assistant editor. The Advisory Board comprises reputed national and international subject specialists with research expertise.

Types of articles

  • Original Articles
  • Systematic Reviews
  • Meta-analyses
  • Case reports
  • Case studies
  • Letter to Editor
  • Editorials

Approved & recommended by HEC

Our Journal was approved and recommended by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HRJS journal recognition system) 2024-2025

ISSN (Print): 2791-0784

ISSN (Online): 2791-0792

Published by: Physio Rehab and Research Center (Pvt) Ltd

Publisher Link: https://www.prrcpk.com/about-prrc

Publication Charges: 20,000 PKR (150 dollars for International Authors)

Information for Authors

The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences is a world-leading physiotherapy journal and invites submissions of any original contribution that advances or illuminates physiotherapy science or practice or educates or entertains the journal’s readers. We prioritize publishing research articles, randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, epidemiological studies, case reports, guest editorials, comments, correspondence, and additional perspectives. For more information on the types of papers and manuscript requirements please read the Guidelines for Authors.

Manuscript Submission

To submit your manuscripts to The Healer Journal please visit https://www.thehealerjournal.com Manuscripts must be solely the work of the author(s) stated, must not have been previously published elsewhere, and must not be under consideration by another journal. Research manuscripts can be sent to editor@thehealerjournal.com

Current Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
View Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2
Published: 06/30/2025

Articles

  • Effects of Thoracic Mobilization and Sling-Based Exercises on Clinical Outcomes in Patients with Non-Specific Neck Pain

    Samar Zehra, Muhammad Sarfraz, Hafsa Chandio, Yasmeen Lakho , Wajeeha Zahra, Aisha Leghari, Iqra Waseem
    1-6
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.344

  • Comparison of Spencer Technique and Isotonic Exercises in Patients with Adhesive Capsulitis

    Aisha Siddiqua, Qurba Kiran, Faiza Khan, Areeba Naseer, Soyba Nazir, Hanan Azfar, Nida Shabbir, Fatima
    7-11
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.335

  • Comparison of Spencer Technique and Conventional Physical Therapy in Adjunct to Corticosteroid Injection in Frozen Shoulder

    Shahroz Qayyum, Muhammad Naveed Babar, Muhammad Sanaullah, Sadia Tariq, Maheera Khalid, Hammad Nassar
    12-18
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.352

  • Effects of Elongation Longitudinaux Articular Vertebral and Columnar Decoaption Osteo Articulaire versus Upper Thoracic Mobilization on Forward Head Posture in Upper Cross Syndrome

    Nayab Shahid, Qurba Kiran, Sadia Tariq, Hadiqa Younas, Tarab Rasool, Hanan Azfar, Fatima Saifullah, Shafaqat Ali
    19-26
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.340

  • Association of Standing Balance and Kinesiophobia in Post-Operative Total Knee Replacement: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Mukhlis Khan, Malaika Laraib Orakzai, Syed Aizaz Ali Shah, Akhtar Amin, Faiza Jamil, Shakir Ullah
    27-32
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.359

  • Prevalence of Insomnia in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain; A Cross-sectional Study

    Maryam Rauf, Urooj Fatima, Hamza Dastgir, Marwah Bukhtiar, Azka Farooqi, Muhammad Faizan Hamid
    33-37
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.349

  • Effects of McKenzie Therapy on Cervical Proprioception and Postural Control in Patients with Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

    Naeem Ullah, Akhtar Amin, Rizwan, Zakir Ullah, Faiza Jamil, Muhammad Atif
    38-44
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.360

  • Proprioception of Cervical Spine Due to Dual Screen Usage Among Office Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Abeer Zubair, Muhammad Nouman Tabassum, Aimon Rizwan, Muzamil Hussain, Summya Manzoor, Hamad Ali
    45-49
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.353

  • Effectiveness of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy versus Maitland Mobilization On Pain and Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

    Hifza Riaz, Yasir Ali Kazmi, Asha, Sidra Khaliq, Muhammad Zeeshan Ahmad, Hanan Azfar, Zarish Younas
    50-55
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.339

  • Effects of Myofascial Release Technique on Pain, Range of Motion and Functional Disability in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome

    Shumaila Aslam, Rabia Rahim, Usman Ejaz, Zohaib Bin Tariq, Fatima Guftar
    56-61
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.334

  • Prevalence of Tennis Elbow Among Tannour Chefs in Lahore: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Fatima Guftar, Naveed Babur, Muhammad Sanaullah, Rabia Rahim, Muhammad Ahmad, Mariyam Khalid
    62-66
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.341

  • Prevalence and Association of Risk Factors for Ankle Sprain among High School Sports Students

    Amirah Zafar, Maryam Bajwa, Irfa Younas, Malaika Khalil, Asim Raza, Faiza Faryad, Dilroz Ahmed Chaudhary
    67-71
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.346

  • Effects of Inspiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Strength and Functional Capacity in Post-operative Patients with Scoliosis during Maximum Protection Phase

    Hamza Shabbir, Muhammad Tariq Shafi, Muhammad Hamza Mushtaq
    72-80
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hjprs.v5i2.366

  • Prevalence of Overuse Injuries among Taekwondo Athletes in Peshawar: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Zakir Ullah, Naeem Ullah, Muhammad Idrees Khan, Laiba Zia, Salman Khan, Muhammad Danyal Gul Qureshi
    81-87
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/we4a6z75

  • Effects of Virtual Rehabilitation on Upper Extremity Motor Learning in Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

    Fizza Hussain , Anbreena Rasool, Muhammad Bilal , Mudasar, Syed Saqlain Babar, Kinza Ihsan
    88-92
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/eydx9v36

  • Comparative Effects of Non-Immersive Virtual Reality Environment and Conventional Treatment in Patients with Tennis Elbow

    Hamad Nasar, Muhammad Naveed Babur, Muhammad Sanaullah, Talha Ahmad, Kinza Arif, Shahroz Qayyum
    93-99
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/3vap0195

  • Effectiveness of Foot Massage on Blood Pressure and Quality of Life in Pregnant Women with Preeclampsia

    Minahil Atif, Azka Zahid, Ayesha Mansoor, Namra Saeed, Kinza Ihsan, Maham Gul
    100-105
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/fq82sn38

  • Effects of Relaxation Breathing Exercises on Cardiovascular Parameters among Hypertensive Patients

    Rida Ali , Amina Mehak Hasnat, Dua Fatima Sajid, Alia Hyder, Iqra Ibrar, Zain Ali
    106-112
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/vcgeaq36

  • Prevalence of Morton’s Neuroma and Its Association with Pain among Young Girls Wearing High Heels

    Jannat Matee, Amina Mehak, Zainab , Aiman Malik, Maida Khalid, Ayesha Niaz
    113-117
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/mc1v4245

  • Knowledge, Attitudes and Beliefs about Chronic Low Back Pain among Final Year Physical Therapy Students in Universities of Islamabad

    Hafsah Arshad, Areej Fatima, Shafiullah Khan, Humna Imtiaz, Hafsah Gul Khattak, Kinza Anwar, Umm-e-Habiba, Zainab Rashid Bhatti
    118-124
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/w81wmz29

  • Association of General Health, Quality of Sleep, Overuse of Cell Phone, Social Networks and Internet Addiction among Medical Sciences Students

    Etisam Wahid, Soom Khalil, Amir Ali, Muhammad Sanan Khan, Maria Intikhab, Muhammad Ali, Noor Ul Ain Sohail
    125-131
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/dm377112

  • Effects of Lower Limb Concentric versus Eccentric Dynamic Resistance Training on Agility and Speed in Badminton Players

    Muhammad Umar Mehboob, Muhammad Suleman Tahir, Tahreem Munir, Muhammad Waqar Younas, Ali Hassan
    132-138
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/htk1m228

  • Comparative Effects of Post-Isometric Relaxation Technique and Strain Counterstrain in Patients with Piriformis Syndrome

    Umaira Ijaz, Adeera Azam, Faiza Khalid, Shahzeb Akhtar, Zunaira Ijaz
    139-145
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/h6c7fb73

  • Effects of Myofascial Release versus Strain Counterstrain on Mechanical Neck Pain and Range of Motion

    Muhammad Waqar Younas, Maham Gull, Esha Dilawar, Muhammad Umar Mehboob, Soban Muhammad Akran, Usman Tahir
    146-152
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/t4dtgn20

  • Effectiveness of Kinesiotaping Combined with Task-Oriented Training on Shoulder Subluxation and Function in Patients with Traumatic Shoulder Instability:A Randomised Controlled Trial

    Ammanullah Khan, Farhan Waqar
    153-159
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/67kcha47

  • Translation and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of the International Duke Activity Status Index in the Urdu Version

    Abdul Majid, Mehwish Waseem, Syeda Sumaira Batool, Iqra Taj, Hira Waqar, Inayat Ullah
    160-165
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/4h7n1479

  • Percentile Values of Selective Motor Control of Upper & Lower Extremities in Healthy Children

    Sana Tariq, Batool Fatima, Syeda Hamna Bukhari, Aiman Niaz, Sobia Meeran, Amir Ali, Amina Riaz, Isha Manzoor
    166-171
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/az9je967

  • Level of Physical Activity During Fifth Wave of Covid-19 Among Students of Sarhad University, Peshawar: A Cross Sectional Survey

    Muhammad Asif Tuseef, Nida Mushtaq Kayani, Muhammad Rustam Tariq Kiani, Muhammad Ijaz, Ismail Khan
    172-177
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/j4vhgg67

  • Effects of Continuous Passive Movement versus Intermittent Compression in Patients after Anterior Cruciate Ligament  Reconstruction Surgery

    Sadaf Ishfaq, Arif Ali Rana, Rabia Shaheen Khan, Sana Nasir Ahmed, Raheema Kainat Nasir, Rafia Rafiq
    178-183
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/b5a4tz93

  • Effects of Spider Cage Therapy on Motor Control in Children with Cerebral Palsy

    Nisar Fatima, Amina Mehak Hasnat, Anbreena Rasool, Ali Raza, Bilal Umar, Fizza Hussain
    184-190
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/26f69916

  • Validity and Reliability of Boston Carpal Tunnel QuestionnaireIn Telehealth among Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    Saad Tariq, Muhammad Shaheer Afzal, Usama Bin Asif, Ayesha Tariq, Noreen Kiran
    191-199
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/km507g81

  • Musculoskeletal Pain and Exercise Habits in Pregnant Women at Timergara Teaching Hospital, Dir Lower

    Rahim Shah, Kalsoom Habib Khatak
    200-206
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/qrvwmt63

  • Comparative Effects of Therapeutic Ultrasound and Shockwave Therapy on Pain and Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Heel Spur

    Iqra Saleem, Arif Ali Rana, Muhammad Sanaullah, Ali Sheeraz Hussain, Shanza Afzal, Salwa Jameel
    207-211
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/vmxq5c37

  • Comparative Effects of Thoracolumbar Manipulation versus Abdominal Massage on Functional Constipation and Quality of Life

    Muhammad Muneeb Jafar, Muhammad Hasaan Umar Butt, Tooba Zahra, Adiba Jaffar, Maham Gull, Maryam Farooq
    212-220
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/vg6b1940

  • Association between Depression, Anxiety and Low Back Pain among Housewives

    Fatima Asif, Adeela Mushtaq, Kiran Haroon, Malaika Ejaz, Shahjahan Haroon, Sana Ishaq
    221-227
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/tbgxmc86

  • Comparative Efficacy of Muscle Energy Technique and Myofascial Release Technique in Reducing Pain in Upper Cross Syndrome: A Randomised Clinical Trial

    Ali Hassan Abbas, Maham Javaid, Aamir Ali, Zain Ali, Sarwat Mehmood, Shan Manzoor
    228-234
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/m1s63z03

  • Association of Restless Leg Syndrome with Sleep Quality among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

    Latif Ur Rehman Khan, Adeela Mushtaq, Alisha Arshad, Amna Bibi, Sana Ishaq, Ayesha Malik, Amina Riaz
    235-243
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/8krphh24

  • Role of Clamshell Exercises on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

    Mahrukh Ijaz, Muhammad Nouman Tabassum, Maira Ahmad, Abeer Zubair, Sara Arshad, Eesha Zahid
    244-249
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/hda19935

  • Effects of Kinesio Taping and Core Strengthening on Pain, Menstrual Symptoms, and Physical Activity among Nulligravida Women with Primary Dysmenorrhea

    Aiman Waris, Mehwish Khalid, Adeela Khan, Hassan Bin Akram
    250-255
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/p7gw2j66
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    Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Pain and Shoulder Subluxation  in Hemiplegic Patients: A Randomised Clinical Trial

    Anbreena Rasool, Kinza Ehsan, Mala Zahid, Maham Javaid, Momin Mukhtar
    256-263
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/p5x5xh98
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