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  1. Prevalence of Presbyphonia in Older Adults With Dysphonia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Article • American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, October 2023, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  2. Prevalence of Voice Disorders in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Article • American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, June 2023, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  3. Characteristics of Traditional Chinese Medicine Use for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    Article • International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, October 2019, MDPI AG

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  4. Myofascial pain and treatment: Editorial a critical overview of the current myofascial pain literature – August 2019

    Article • Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, October 2019, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  5. Myofascial pain and treatment: Editorial

    Article • Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, July 2019, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  6. Association of Depression and Cervical Spondylosis: A Nationwide Retrospective Propensity Score-Matched Cohort Study

    Article • Journal of Clinical Medicine, October 2018, MDPI AG

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  7. Healing of Achilles tendon partial tear following focused shockwave: a case report and literature review

    Article • Journal of Pain Research, May 2017, Dove Medical Press

    Dr Li-Wei Chou, Der-Sheng Han

  8. Clinical effectiveness in severe knee osteoarthritis after intra-articular platelet-rich plasma in association with hyaluronic acid injection: three case reports

    Article • Clinical Interventions in Aging, September 2016, Dove Medical Press

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  9. Acupuncture at Distant Myofascial Trigger Spots Enhances Endogenous Opioids in Rabbits: A Possible Mechanism for Managing Myofascial Pain

    Article • Acupuncture in Medicine, August 2016, BMJ

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  10. Vertebral Compression Fracture Related to Pancreatic Cancer With Osteoblastic Metastasis

    Article • Medicine, February 2016, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  11. Delayed-onset cerebral infarction after cosmetic facial injection using hyaluronic acid

    Article • Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, January 2016, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  12. The Kinesio Taping Method for Myofascial Pain Control

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2015, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  13. The Effect of Monochromatic Infrared Photo Energy on the Irritability of Myofascial Trigger Spot of Rabbit Skeletal Muscle

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2015, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  14. Fluence-dependent effects of low-level laser therapy in myofascial trigger spots on modulation of biochemicals associated with pain in a rabbit model

    Article • Lasers in Medical Science, September 2014, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  15. Lumbar facet injection for the treatment of chronic piriformis myofascial pain syndrome: 52 case studies

    Article • Patient Preference and Adherence, August 2014, Dove Medical Press

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  16. Brain meningioma with initial manifestation similar to cervical radiculopathy: a case report

    Article • June 2014, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  17. Needling therapy for myofascial pain: recommended technique with multiple rapid needle insertion

    Article • BioMedicine, June 2014, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  18. Anosognosia, neglect and quality of life of right hemisphere stroke survivors

    Article • European Journal of Neurology, March 2014, Wiley

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  19. Effectiveness of a heel cup with an arch support insole on the standing balance of the elderly

    Article • Clinical Interventions in Aging, February 2014, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  20. Selection of acupoints for managing upper-extremity spasticity in chronic stroke patients

    Article • Clinical Interventions in Aging, January 2014, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  21. Remote Dose-Dependent Effects of Dry Needling at Distant Myofascial Trigger Spots of Rabbit Skeletal Muscles on Reduction of Substance P Levels of Proximal Muscle and Spinal Cords

    Article • BioMed Research International, January 2014, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  22. Clinical Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    Article • The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, January 2014, World Scientific Pub Co Pte Lt

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  23. Diabetes mellitus and accompanying hyperlipidemia are independent risk factors for adhesive capsulitis: a nationwide population-based cohort study (version 2)

    Article • Rheumatology International, August 2013, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  24. Effective management of intractable neuropathic pain using an intrathecal morphine pump in a patient with acute transverse myelitis

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, July 2013, Taylor & Francis

    Ms Yuhui Huang, Dr Li-Wei Chou

  25. Effectively managing intractable central hyperthermia in a stroke patient by bromocriptine: a case report

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, May 2013, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  26. Effects of primary caregiver participation in vestibular rehabilitation for unilateral neglect patients with right hemispheric stroke: a randomized controlled trial

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, April 2013, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou, Professor Li-Chan Lin

  27. Validating Efficacy of Shea Nut Oil Extract in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2013, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  28. Fu’s subcutaneous needling

    Article • January 2013, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  29. Blood pressure and age associated with silent autonomic dysreflexia during urodynamic examinations in patients with spinal cord injury

    Article • Spinal Cord, December 2012, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  30. Effects of electroacupuncture on recent stroke inpatients with incomplete bladder emptying: a preliminary study

    Article • Clinical Interventions in Aging, November 2012, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  31. An interactive game-based shoulder wheel system for rehabilitation

    Article • Patient Preference and Adherence, November 2012, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  32. Effectiveness of sensory processing strategies on activity level in inclusive preschool classrooms

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, October 2012, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  33. Chronic shoulder pain referred from thymic carcinoma: a case report and review of literature

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, September 2012, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  34. Resting Salivary Levels of IgA and Cortisol Are Significantly Affected During Intensive Resistance Training Periods in Elite Male Weightlifters

    Article • The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, August 2012, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  35. Low-level laser therapy alleviates neuropathic pain and promotes function recovery in rats with chronic constriction injury: Possible involvements in hypoxia-inducible factor 1α (HIF-1α)

    Article • The Journal of Comparative Neurology, July 2012, Wiley

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  36. Effect of rehabilitation on a patient suffering from a tuberculous brain abscess with Gerstmann's syndrome: case report

    Article • Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, May 2012, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  37. Mechanical pain sensitivity of deep tissues in children - possible development of myofascial trigger points in children

    Article • BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, February 2012, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  38. Remote Subcutaneous Needling to Suppress the Irritability of Myofascial Trigger Spots: An Experimental Study in Rabbits

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2012, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  39. Probable Mechanisms of Needling Therapies for Myofascial Pain Control

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2012, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  40. Percutaneous Soft Tissue Release for Treating Chronic Recurrent Myofascial Pain Associated with Lateral Epicondylitis: 6 Case Studies

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2012, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  41. Dry Needling at Myofascial Trigger Spots of Rabbit Skeletal Muscles Modulates the Biochemicals Associated with Pain, Inflammation, and Hypoxia

    Article • Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, January 2012, Hindawi Publishing Corporation

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  42. Remote Therapeutic Effectiveness of Acupuncture in Treating Myofascial Trigger Point of the Upper Trapezius Muscle

    Article • American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, December 2011, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  43. Identification of Escherichia coli Genes Associated with Urinary Tract Infections

    Article • Journal of Clinical Microbiology, November 2011, ASM Journals

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  44. The Evaluation of Bladder Symptoms in Patients With Lumbar Compression Disorders Who Have Undergone Decompressive Surgery

    Article • Spine, November 2011, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  45. Spinal Cord Mechanism Involving the Remote Effects of Dry Needling on the Irritability of Myofascial Trigger Spots in Rabbit Skeletal Muscle

    Article • Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, July 2011, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  46. Serial Ultrasonographic Findings of Plantar Fasciitis After Treatment With Botulinum Toxin A: A Case Study

    Article • Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, February 2011, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  47. Clinical characteristics and electrodiagnostic features in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, double crush syndrome, and cervical radiculopathy

    Article • Rheumatology International, January 2011, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  48. Hyaluronan modulates accumulation of hypoxia-inducible factor-1 alpha, inducible nitric oxide synthase, and matrix metalloproteinase-3 in the synovium of rat adjuvant-induced arthritis model

    Article • Arthritis Research & Therapy, January 2011, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  49. Treatment of Attachment Trigger Points in the Gluteal Muscles to Cure Chronic Gluteal Pain: A Case Report

    Article • Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain, December 2010, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  50. Correction

    Article • Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, November 2010, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  51. The Evaluation of Bladder Symptoms in Patients With Lumbar Compression Disorders Who Have Undergone Decompressive Surgery

    Article • Spine, August 2010, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  52. Incomplete Bladder Emptying in Patients With Stroke: Is Detrusor External Sphincter Dyssynergia a Potential Cause?

    Article • Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, July 2010, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  53. Remote Effects of Dry Needling on the Irritability of the Myofascial Trigger Point in the Upper Trapezius Muscle

    Article • American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, February 2010, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  54. Thickening of finger extensor tendons in affected hands among patients with stroke: prevalence and sonographic features

    Article • Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, January 2010, Acta Dermato-Venereologica

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  55. Solitary Neurofibroma at the Popliteal Fossa in a Patient With Leg Numbness—A Case Report

    Article • Journal of Medical Ultrasound, January 2010, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  56. Model-based Prediction of Length of Stay for Rehabilitating Stroke Patients

    Article • Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, August 2009, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  57. Remote Influences of Acupuncture on the Pain Intensity and the Amplitude Changes of Endplate Noise in the Myofascial Trigger Point of the Upper Trapezius Muscle

    Article • Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, June 2009, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  58. Permanent central diabetes insipidus after mild traumatic brain injury

    Article • Brain Injury, January 2009, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  59. Urodynamic characteristics of mixed urinary incontinence and idiopathic urge urinary incontinence

    Article • Neurourology and Urodynamics, January 2008, Wiley

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  60. A New Technique for Acupuncture Therapy and Its Effectiveness in Treating Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Case Report

    Article • Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain, January 2008, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  61. Effects of wrist position and contraction on wrist flexors H-reflex, and its functional implications

    Article • Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, October 2006, Elsevier

    Dr Li-Wei Chou

  62. Ankylosing Spondylitis Manifested by Spontaneous Anterior Atlantoaxial Subluxation

    Article • American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, December 2002, Wolters Kluwer Health

    Dr Li-Wei Chou