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because my cousin thinks oh my god those sennhieser are expensive and ****ty with no bass and are muffled and they look ugly beats are the best and are the future like 50 cents sync and sennhieser a terrible with no bass and are muffled. I gave his beats a try because his sound better and my sennhieser were clean and had some mid bass not overpowering or to weak and they must be better right? he even goes on amazon and shows beats are da best becuz dey have 5 stars only on amazon when you can actually see he has the 5 stars only option. Then he goes sennhizers suk cuz dey have 3 starz only doing the same bull he was doing before they he makes this excuse like your only playing for the brans dumb name. so I gave a listen he pumps the amp to the highest power and make the volume 80 see you cant hear anyone and there the most comfortable in he entire world. they weren't they were the most uncomfortable I have ever worn or at least more uncomfortable then nearly 300$ cheaper sennhieser. the sound was enhanced with bass like it was made only for bass no highs no mids none of that you get bass that even muddy Im not hating on the beats Im just saying don't make then sound the best when their not and even cheaper sennhieser that sound better and that cost really 300 less is pathetic.
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which models are you even talking about?post #3 of 317/25/12 at 9:05am
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Whoa bro calm down lol. And uh, your friend is stupid. Not that Beats totally suck, they just totally suck for how expensive they are. He said YOU'RE the one paying for the name with Sennheiser? Obviously just another one of the sheep that the Beats' advertising actually fools. He probably thinks that Dr. Dre actually sits in a little lab and hand crafts each pair of headphones by hand
But yeah you never even said what models you were talking about... It's probably a good bet though that yours have a better sound-to-price ratio than Beats. I mean, I haven't even heard any Senns but I have heard Beats and there's no way you could get me to pay the prices they ask for them.post #4 of 317/25/12 at 10:25am
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Beats are worth like $50post #5 of 317/25/12 at 10:36am
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Is this even a real post?post #6 of 317/25/12 at 11:48am
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original poster: you seem kind of young (probably around 14), so maybe it's in your best interest to do some research first by trying different kinds of headphones, and find the one you wantpost #7 of 317/25/12 at 12:00pm
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You also misspelled Sennheiser at every opportunity.post #8 of 317/25/12 at 12:05pm
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Well, you've got the right idea... Here are a couple of tips that will get a lot more people to listen to you:
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Well here on head-fi people will tell you beats suck (which they do for the $) but if you think beats sound better that is your opinion and you are entitled to it and vise versa.post #12 of 317/26/12 at 2:53pm
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Can't tell if troll or kid, but.
Beats aren't horrible but they are absolutely horrible for the price, they're worth about $50 - $80.
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I think he just wants to rage and make it known.....depending on the situation, if I was on a desert island with a choice between a Beats Solo and Studio and a HD201... I'd get the Beats studio......... just saying. But if I had $300 to spend, you would bet I wouldn't.post #15 of 317/26/12 at 3:30pm
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HE is! I'm wondering how real this is too...
Also, LOTS of kids with bad G/P/S posting around here recently! Lots of of them Beats comparisons too.
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Exercise and manual auricular acupuncture: a pilot assessor-blind randomised controlled trial. (The acupuncture and personalised exercise programme (APEP) Trial)
Evidence supports the use of exercise for chronic low back pain (CLBP); however, adherence is often poor due to ongoing pain. Auricular acupuncture is a form of pain relief involving the stimulation of points on the outer ear corresponding with specific body parts. It may be a useful adjunct to exercise in managing CLBP; however, there is only limited evidence to support its use with this patient group.
This study was designed to test the feasibility of an assessor-blind randomised controlled trial which assess the effects on clinical outcomes and exercise adherence of adding manual auricular acupuncture to a personalised and supervised exercise programme (PEP) for CLBP. No sample size calculation has been carried out as this study aims to identify CLBP referral rates within the catchment area of the study site. The researchers aim to recruit four cohorts of n = 20 participants to facilitate a power analysis for a future randomised controlled trial. A computer generated random allocation sequence will be prepared centrally and used to allocate participants by cohort to one of the following interventions: 1) six weeks of PEP
The results of this study investigating the adjuvant effects of auricular acupuncture to exercise in managing CLBP will be used to inform the design of a future multi-centre randomised controlled trial.
Trial Registration
Current Controlled Trials ISRCTN94142364.
Current research evidence supports the use of exercise-based treatment programmes for CLBP that encourage the patient to assume an active role in their recovery
Of the various complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) available for pain relief, acupuncture has become increasingly accepted as an effective means of pain control, due to its holistic approach and limited side effects
The aim of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of a randomised controlled trial (RCT) exploring the effects on clinical outcomes and exercise adherence of adding manual AA to a PEP, when compared to the PEP alone, for participants with CLBP using the MRC framework for the design and evaluation of complex interventions
Study design
An assessor-blind randomised controlled trial with six-month follow-up. Ethical approval was obtained from the Northern Ireland Office for Research Ethics Committee.
Individuals diagnosed with CLBP who fulfil the inclusion/exclusion criteria (see Table
Table 1
Inclusion/exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria
Participants with chronic (≥3 months) or recurrent (≥3 episodes in previous 12 months) LBP of mechanical origin with/without radiation to the lower limb
Currently or having received treatment for CLBP within the previous 3 months
Males/females between 18–65 years
Red flags indicating serious spinal pathology, e.g. cancer, cauda equina lesion
No spinal surgery within the previous 12 months
Radicular pain indicative of nerve root compression **
Participants deemed suitable by their GP to carry out an exercise programme
Participants diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, fibromyalgia
Participants deemed suitable by their GP to receive acupuncture treatment
History of systemic/inflammatory disease, e.g. rheumatoid arthritis
Participants willing to attend for a 6-week treatment programme of exercise and manual AA
Concomitant medical condition that contraindicates acupuncture
Fluency in English (verbal and written)
Participants with acute (< 6 weeks) or subacute LBP (6–12 weeks), provided that they have experienced < 3 LBP episodes during the previous 12 months
Access to a telephone (for follow-up support)
Previously received auricular acupuncture
Participants categorised as 'low' or 'moderate' activity levels on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)
Participants with any confounding conditions such as a neurological disorder or currently receiving treatment for cancer
Road traffic accident causing LBP
History of psychological or psychiatric illness
Participants having multiple body and/or ear piercings
Fear of needles
** In accordance with the Clinical Standards Advisory Group (1994) [21] and the Royal College of General Practitioners Guidelines (Waddell et al., 1999) [22], participants presenting with any or all of the following criteria indicative of radicular pain will be excluded from the study:
(a) unilateral pain usually worse than back pain;
(b) pain generally radiating to the foot or toes;
(c) numbness or paraesthesia in the same distribution;
(d) reduced straight leg raise that produces leg pain;
(e) motor, sensory or reflex change limited to one nerve root.
For all methods of recruitment, once we receive confirmation that they are medically fit to participate in the trial, participants will receive a trial information pack from the lead researcher, be screened by phone, and if eligible an appointment will be made for baseline assessment one week later. During this appointment, the trial procedures will be explained in detail and written informed consent will be obtained. Participants who provide written informed consent will then be randomised, by cohort, according to Figure
Figure 1
Recruitment of participants and flow through trial
Recruitment of participants and flow through trial.
Personalised and supervised Exercise Programme (PEP)
Baseline Assessment and Goal Setting
Prior to the start of the PEP, each participant will attend the University's Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Research Institute (Jordanstown campus) for a baseline assessment (week 1, Figure
Exercise Class Format
The PEP element of the intervention, facilitated by the physiotherapists, will follow a group-based format (maximum participants per group, n = 10) similar to the 'Back to Fitness' programme
Education component
There is no separate education intervention/session in this study. Instead, various educational components will be incorporated into the main intervention using a CBT approach. During the baseline assessment each participant will receive a copy of 'The Back Book'
At the beginning of the six week exercise intervention, each participant will receive a home exercise programme containing photographs of the exercises performed during the class, along with information on warm up and cool down. Exercise/activity will gradually be incorporated into the individual's daily routine, as identified in their short and long-term goals during their baseline assessment. Participants will be encouraged to accept responsibility for determining and carrying out their weekly programme of activity. Adherence with the supervised exercise programme will be recorded as the number of sessions attended. Adherence with activity outside of the supervised exercise session will be captured using an activPAL™ professional physical activity logger (PAL technologies, Glasgow, UK)
Telephone helpline
At the end of the structured exercise ± manual auricular acupuncture treatments (week 7), participants will be advised to continue with daily self-directed exercise/activity as agreed with the therapist. A free telephone helpline will also be available three times per week for a two-hour period for a further six weeks for participants who feel that they need advice or support from the therapist, or to answer any other queries or concerns participants may have. Participants' use of this helpline will be closely monitored and calls recorded and at the end of this phase (week 13), each participant will receive a telephone follow-up call from their therapist to provide advice on exercises and functional activities as appropriate, to reinforce the value of exercise adherence, and if necessary to re-evaluate treatment goals.
Auricular acupuncture
Prior to each exercise class, participants in treatment group A will receive manual AA (using conventional auricular stud needles). The stud needles consist of a vertical shaft which inserts into the ear, and an external component which is a horizontal circular piece of metal that sits flat onto the surface of the ear; this flat circle is then covered with a small plaster. For each participant receiving manual AA, a stud needle will be inserted at three specific auricular acupuncture points (see Figure
Figure 2
Auricular acupuncture needles and their placement on the outer ear
Auricular acupuncture needles and their placement on the outer ear. Image of auricular needles courtesy of Scarborough Acupuncture supplies, Somerset, United Kingdom.
Experience and Training of Physiotherapists
Two chartered physiotherapists with experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and acupuncture will carry out all treatments. Only physiotherapists who have recognised acupuncture training and are members of Association of Acupuncturists in Chartered Physiotherapy (AACP) will be recruited. In addition, each physiotherapist will undertake 3.5 days of training on auricular acupuncture, baseline assessment (including goal setting), and practicalities of running the exercise class. Physiotherapists will be trained in CBT principles by a member of the UK BEAM trial
Aim and Objectives
To evaluate the feasibility of an RCT exploring the effects on clinical outcomes and exercise adherence of adding manual AA to an individually tailored and supervised exercise programme, when compared to the exercise programme alone.
To determine the feasibility of the trial procedures and establish the most efficient and effective design for a larger RCT by:
(i) Identifying the rate of participation and referrals from the various recruitment routes;
(ii) Determining the actual numbers recruited, adherence and drop out;
(iii) Piloting the methodological procedures;
(iv) Identifying participants' use of a free telephone advice and support service;
(v) Completing a qualitative exploration of the trial procedures and design;
(vi) Confirming training and monitoring requirements for a main trial; and,
(vii) Identifying a crude approximation of the effect size of each treatment package.
Outcome measures
A number of outcome measures will be collected at week 1 (baseline), and week 7 (end of scheduled exercise ± manual AA) by a blinded assessor as part of the scheduled intervention, and by post at week 13 and at 6 months after initial randomisation (except for the Readiness to Change Questionnaire, the Holistic Complementary and Alternative Health Questionnaire and the Exit Questionnaire). The uptake of the free telephone advice and support service, available between weeks 8–13, will be monitored to establish the value of such a service in a future RCT. Participants in treatment group A will be asked to record in their daily activity logbook how often they manually stimulated the stud needles during the 48 hour treatment period, and all participants will also be asked to record any changes in their analgesic intake during the trial. All outcome measures data will be securely stored and analysed once the trial is complete. Treating physiotherapists will be made aware of the results of the Readiness to Change, Back Beliefs, Fear Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaires and the General Perceived Self-Efficacy Scale, in order to adapt the PEP accordingly.
Baseline Questionnaire
This has been developed by the research team to collect information from participants concerning any previous CAM treatment received, any perceived difficulties in adhering to exercise for their low back pain, and their treatment expectations.
Readiness to Change Questionnaire
Participants are asked to assess their current levels of physical activity participation. This questionnaire
Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) (0–10 cm)
The VAS is widely used within the clinical setting, and demonstrates acceptable reliability, particularly when used with the same individual
Oswestry Disability Questionnaire (ODQ)
The ODQ
International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-Short Form)
This is a self- or telephone-administered physical activity recall questionnaire, which asks the participant about the time they spent being physically active in the last seven days
Physical activity monitoring (ActivPAL™ Professional Physical Activity Logger, PAL technologies, Glasgow, UK)
This is an activity monitoring device that is capable of recording steps taken, cadence, time spent lying/sitting, standing and stepping under free-living conditions
Daily activity/analgesic intake log-book
Participants will be asked to keep a logbook of their daily analgesic intake along with any changes in the strength/type of medication taken for their LBP. Daily exercise/activity will also be recorded in this logbook for comparison with the data generated by the activity monitor, along with any other treatment received. In addition, this logbook will be used by participants in treatment group A to record how often they manually stimulate the stud needles during each 48-hour auricular acupuncture treatment.
Holistic Complementary and Alternative Health Questionnaire
This is an 11-item scale, with six items relating to beliefs about the scientific validity of CAM, and five to beliefs about holistic health (HH)
Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire (FABQ)
This is a 16 item self-report questionnaire that specifically focuses on participants' beliefs about how physical activity (5 items) and work (11 items) affect their low back pain
Back Beliefs Questionnaire
This questionnaire
General Perceived Self-efficacy Scale
The construct of Perceived Self-efficacy is the belief that one can perform novel or difficult tasks, or cope with adversity in various domains of human functioning
The EuroQol-5D
APEP Participants' Use of Health Care Resources
This questionnaire was designed by the trial team, in conjunction with a Health Economist.
Exit Questionnaire
Patient satisfaction is an important outcome within the field of healthcare. Since there is no single measure preferred within the literature
Sample size
No sample size calculation has been carried out as this study aims to identify the referral rates of CLBP participants within the catchment area of the study site. Recruitment will be on a consecutive basis from participating practices, physiotherapy waiting lists and the general public, and will enable the researchers to estimate expected recruitment rates from each of these sources for the main RCT. The researchers aim to enrol eight cohorts of participants, each containing a maximum of n = 10 participants (total n = 80 participants), with randomisation to treatment taking place by cohort. Based on the results of previous trials investigating exercise or acupuncture for LBP, a 30% drop-out rate is anticipated between the beginning of treatment and the follow-up, so it is anticipated that n = 56 participants will complete the trial. The trial statistician is satisfied that this sample size will be sufficient to refine the study protocol, perform a power analysis, and establish the number of participants needed for the main RCT.
Recruitment and flow of participants through the trial is represented in Figure
The random allocation sequence will be generated by the trial statistician who will not be involved in the administration of treatment or collection of outcomes. The trial statistician will also ensure concealment of treatment allocation by placing individual random assignments into serially numbered sealed opaque envelopes.
This is a single-blind feasibility RCT; all outcomes will be collected by a blinded outcome assessor. It is not possible to blind either participants or physiotherapy practitioners to treatment due to the interventions under investigation.
Qualitative assessment of this feasibility study
This will be conducted at the end of the treatment sessions (structured exercise ± manual auricular acupuncture) either at week 13 or week 25, depending on availability of the participants, in an attempt to improve the design, implementation and acceptability of the main RCT.
Participant Focus Groups
Participants will be invited to attend a focus group discussion. Each group will consist of a maximum of eight participants and will take place over a two-hour period. A 'clue and cue process', using a checklist of topics, will be used to ensure that the same basic areas are covered, but allowing any issues of importance to the participants to emerge. The main areas to be explored will be participants' interpretation of study information and documentation, their experiences, expectations and satisfaction with the programme of care, and acceptability of being involved in the trial. Sessions will be moderated by an experienced focus group moderator, audio-tape recorded, and field notes will be prepared by another member of the research team, not involved in the day-to-day running of the trial. Interviews will be transcribed, and interpretation, synthesis and data reduction undertaken independently by two members of the research team.
General Practice Interviews
An independent interviewer will also conduct one to one interviews with general practitioners and other staff, within each participating general practice, to explore strategies to improve referral and recruitment to the trial, and to assess their views of the overall value of the study to the National Health Service. Interviews will be audiotape recorded, transcribed and analysed as for the focus groups above.
Statistical methods
Since this is a feasibility study, significance tests will not be performed or reported, and treatment effects will be represented by point estimates and confidence intervals. For each outcome variable ANCOVA will be performed on the data, conditioning on the baseline value. Trends over time and time-by-treatment interactions will be explored using repeated measures ANOVA. The influence of treatment preference on outcomes will also be explored. For all analyses, the residuals will be examined for evidence of non-normality. If substantial evidence of non-normality is found, appropriate alternative (non-parametric) tests will be applied, and specified as the primary analysis method in the main study. The cluster randomised nature of the design will be accounted for in the analysis by fitting a mixed effects model. Monthly recruitment rates and ratio of number screened: number enrolled will be tabulated. This information will be used to help select the recruitment period and number of centres for the main RCT. The assessment of participant satisfaction will be tabulated, as will any recorded difficulties experienced by the participants or therapists. This information may be used to modify the interventions used in the main RCT. If analgesic use differs substantially between the two groups, consideration will be given to using this as a primary outcome variable in the main RCT.
LBP can be a chronic problem in which activity along with pharmacological pain control is advocated to help foster active self-management strategies during recurrent episodes
Acupuncture is commonly used by the general public for musculoskeletal pain in the UK and elsewhere
Competing interests
The author(s) declare that they have no competing interests.
Authors' contributions
SMcD, DW, DL, DB, DH, AD, JP, and IB were involved in developing the original idea for funding and were co-applicants on the successful funding proposal. All authors participated in development of research protocols and design of the study. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.
The authors gratefully acknowledge funding support for this trial from the Research and Development Office for Northern Ireland. The authors would also like to thank the participating physiotherapists (Ms Caroline Esler, Ms Shona Pryde, Ms Susan McErlean), Dr Grainne Crealey for her advice on health economics, and the participating general practices and physiotherapy departments in Northern Ireland.
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