JPTS Vol. 38, No. 3 has been released

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Vol. 38, No. 3, 2026

 

Original Articles

Feasibility and safety of training with an exoskeletal robotic device for Japanese individuals with spinal cord injuries: a retrospective study
Asai N, Yokoyama O, Murata T
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):83-88. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.83

 

Influence of thoracic asymmetry on trunk movement patterns during sit-to-stand motion
Mamizu T, Kakizaki F, Sano T, Komuro N, Hirosawa A, Natsuyama Y, Kawata S, Yakura T, Miyaso H, Li ZL, Itoh M
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):89-95. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.89

 

Inter-rater reliability of the instrumented lean-and-release (iLEAN) test for manual assessment of reactive balance: a pilot study in simulated older adults
Hirase T, Nishimura A, Kato Y, Ishizaka N, Hasegawa N, Lord SR, Okubo Y
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):96-101. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.96

 

Inter-rater reliability of affected-side weight bearing ratio measurement in postoperative patients with proximal femoral fractures
Kobayashi K, Nasu T, Kuji Y, Kouta C, Shirai H, Tamekawa M, Morifuji T
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):102-107. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.102

 

Combined effect of self-perceived voice disorders and hearing loss on social acts in older adults: a 1-year longitudinal study
Nishimura I, Fujii Y, Yoon J, Okura T
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):108-116. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.108

 

The relationship between corticospinal tract and the affected lower limb function and walking ability in subacute stroke patients: a preliminary study
Oyamada T, Kobayashi M, Yotsumoto K, Kawarabayashi T, Usuda S
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):117-124. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.117

 

Phase angle is associated with muscle endurance and estimated maximum oxygen uptake in healthy young males
Kubo A, Saito T, Otsuka A, Sato M
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):125-128. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.125

 

Relationship between thoracic alignment asymmetry and hip joint alignment during isometric hip rotation: a comparison of femoral head deviation between left and right sides
Sano T, Kakizaki F, Mamizu T, Komuro N, Hirosawa A, Natsuyama Y, Kawata S, Yakura T, Miyaso H, Li ZL, Itoh M
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):129-135. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.129

 

Survey on attitudes toward end-of-life care among third-year students in the faculty of physical therapy: a study across the first and second semesters
Hamada R, Sato M, Saito T, Watanabe M, Kubo A
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):136-140. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.136

 

Relationship between plantar fascia thickness in static standing and calf raise positions and the medial longitudinal arch height ratio in healthy adults
Shimizu R, Kimura N, Sato E, Yamaji T
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):141-146. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.141

 

Technical Note

Balloon-based exercise enhances abdominal activation: a comparison between one expert and one novice with chronic low back pain
Nagahori H, Kenyon J, Ho KY
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):147-151. doi: 10.1589/jpts.38.147

 

Retraction

Retraction: Influence of exercise using the Valsalva maneuver on vital signs in young adults
Chigira Y, Hayakawa T, Saida K, Takeuchi N
J Phys Ther Sci. 2026 Mar 1;38(3):r1. doi: 10.1589/jpts.36.488r1