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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201708.0070.v1

Stretch-Shortening Cycle in Countermovement Jump: Exclusive Review of Force-Time Curve Variables in Eccentric and Concentric Phases

Mahdi Cheraghi, Javad Sarvestan, Masoud Sebyani, Elham Shirzad

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: stretch-shortening cycle; countermovement jump; force-time curve variables; eccentric; concentric; volleyball

Online: 21 August 2017 (09:08:50 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201810.0022.v1

Therapeutic Gardens – A healing environment for optimizing the health care experience of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients: A narrative review

Patrick Uwajeh, Mukaddes Polay, Timothy Onosahwo Iyendo

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Alzheimer’s disease; dementia; therapeutic environment; Virtual reality; Stress recovery; therapeutic gardens

Online: 2 October 2018 (11:03:03 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201801.0114.v1

Using Concept Mapping to Develop a Human Rights Based Indicator Framework to Assess Country Efforts to Strengthen Rehabilitation Provision and Policy: The Rehabilitation System Diagnosis and Dialogue (RESYST) Framework

Dimitrios Skempes, John Melvin, Per Von Groote, Gerold Stucki, Jerome Bickenbach

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: rehabilitation; indicators; health systems; right to health; monitoring; health services for persons with disability; human rights; accountability

Online: 12 January 2018 (08:10:28 CET)

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Background: Access to rehabilitation is crucial for the realization of the right to health and a proper concern of global health. Yet, reliable information to guide rehabilitation service planning is unavailable in many countries in part due to the lack of appropriate indicators. To ensure universal health coverage and meet the central imperative of “leaving no one behind” countries must be able to assess key aspects of rehabilitation policy and provision and monitor how they have discharged their human rights responsibilities towards those most disadvantaged, including people with disability. This article describes the process of developing an expert guided indicator framework to assess governments’ efforts and progress in strengthening rehabilitation in line with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Methods: A systems methodology - concept mapping - was used to capture, aggregate and confirm the knowledge of diverse stakeholders on measures thought to be useful for monitoring the implementation of the Convention with respect to health related rehabilitation. 56 individuals generated a list of 107 indicators through online brainstorming which were subsequently sorted by 37 experts from the original panel into non overlapping categories. 41 participants rated the indicators for importance and feasibility. Multivariate statistical techniques where used to explore patterns and themes in the data and create the indicators’ organizing framework which was verified and interpreted by participants. Results: A concept map of 11 clusters of indicators emerged from the analysis grouped into three broader themes: Governance and Leadership (3 clusters); Service Delivery, Financing and Oversight (6 clusters); and Human Resources (2 clusters). The RESYST was comprehensive and well aligned with the Convention. On average, there was a moderately positive correlation between importance and feasibility of the indicators (r=.58) with experts prioritizing the indicators contained in the clusters of the Governance and Leadership domain. Two of the most important indicators arose from the Service Delivery, Financing and Oversight domain and reflect the need to monitor unmet needs and barriers in access to rehabilitation. In total, 59 indicators achieved above average score for importance and comprised the two–tiered priority set of indicators. Conclusion: Concept mapping was successful in generating a shared model that enables a system’s view of the most critical legal, policy and programmatic factors that must be addressed when assessing country efforts to reform, upscale and improve rehabilitation services. The RESYST provides a data driven basis for the development of standardized data collection tools to facilitate comparative analysis of rehabilitation systems.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints201902.0015.v1

Scoping Review of the Person-Centered Literature in Adult Physical Rehabilitation

Tiago Jesus, Felicity AS Bright, Cátia S Pinho, Christina Papadimitriou, Nicola M Kayes, Cheryl A Cott

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Rehabilitation; Review; Patient-Centered Care

Online: 1 February 2019 (10:53:15 CET)

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Objective: To map the literature pertaining to adult Person-Centered Rehabilitation (PCR).Data Sources: Following our previously published scoping review protocol, data were identified through: three major databases, snowball searches and expert consultation.Study Selection: Two independent reviewers identified English-language papers which addressed adult physical rehabilitation and met one or more of the six pre-defined inclusion categories for PCR content. Data Extraction: Two independent reviewers extracted key characteristics of included papers (e.g. aims, methods, participants). Quantitative methods (descriptive statistics, regression analysis) and qualitative content analyses were used to synthesize the results. Data synthesis: Of 5084 unique records initially screened, 145 papers were included: 111 empirical, including 11 systematic reviews. Empirical papers had data from 13498 clients and 3849 providers, in total. Yearly publications grew exponentially from 2000 to 2017 (r²= 0.65; p<0.01). Publications were unevenly distributed by countries (e.g. United States’ publications per population size was 45 times lower than New Zealand’s). Most papers focused in more than one profession, setting-type or health conditions, respectively 57.2%, 66.2%, and 60.7%. Finally, more than half of the empirical papers (53.2%) studied implementation of PCR approaches, including its effect. Conclusion: This scoping review synthesizes key characteristics and publication trends in the PCR literature, which is mainly empirical and growing exponentially over time. Stakeholders can use the identified trends, gaps, and literature map to guide further PCR research, and both clinical and organizational practices. The high prevalence of papers focused on multiple professions, settings-type, or health conditions reinforces the need for developing a transdisciplinary, trans-service model of PCR, which will be derived from a thematic analysis of this body of literature.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints201910.0225.v1

Role of Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Preventing and Alleviating of Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy among Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review of Six Randomized Controlled Trials

Xu Tian, Ling-Li Xu, Rong-Ying Tang, Hui Chen, Yuan-Ping Pi, Wei-Qing Chen

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: cancer; chemotherapy; nausea; vomiting; progressive muscle relaxation

Online: 19 October 2019 (16:11:44 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202001.0021.v1

Robot-Assisted Therapy Influence on Kinematic and EMG Activity in the Upper Limb for Children with Cerebral Palsy

Sana Raouafi, Maxime Raison, Sofiane Achiche

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: cerebral palsy; robot assisted therapy; EMG; kinematic

Online: 3 January 2020 (02:38:16 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201908.0211.v1

Prevalence of Worsening Problems Using Post-stroke Checklist and Associations with Quality of Life in Patients with Stroke

Hyowon Im, Won-Seok Kim, SeungYeun Kim, Ji-Hong Park, Nam-Jong Paik

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Rehabilitation, Stroke, Long-term care, Quality of life, Post-stroke checklist, Unmet needs

Online: 20 August 2019 (10:26:42 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202301.0176.v1

Movies On the Couch: The MOVIE Model of Film Therapy

Jenny Hamilton

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: film therapy; movie therapy; cinema therapy

Online: 10 January 2023 (06:29:04 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201908.0211.v2

Prevalence of Worsening Problems Using Post-stroke Checklist and Associations with Quality of Life in Patients with Stroke

Hyowon Im, Won-Seok Kim, SeungYeun Kim, Ji-Hong Park, Nam-Jong Paik

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Rehabilitation, Stroke, Long-term care, Quality of life, Post-stroke checklist, Unmet needs

Online: 26 August 2019 (12:21:22 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202207.0059.v1

Physical-Activity-Based Interventions Targeting Overweight and Obesity among University Students – A Systematic Review

Julia Katharina Pfisterer, Constantin Rausch, Doreen Wohlfahrth, Philip Bachert, Darko Jekauc, Kathrin Wunsch

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: physical activity; overweight; obesity; BMI; university students

Online: 5 July 2022 (04:45:02 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.2089.v1

Physiotherapy for Chronic Pelvic Pain in Endometriosis

Małgorzata Wójcik, Katarzyna Placek, Michalina Drejza, Tomasz Goździewicz, Magdalena Pisarska-Krawczyk, Dawid Luwański, Katarzyna Plagens-Rotman, Witold Kędzia, Grażyna Jarząbek-Bielecka

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: pain; endometriosis; physiotherapy

Online: 31 August 2023 (02:28:07 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201810.0743.v1

Attenuated Kinetic and Kinematic Properties During Slow Versus Traditional Velocity Resistance Exercise

Patricia Dietz, Andrew Fry, Trent Herda, Dimitrije Cabarkapa, Michael Lane, Matthew Andre

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: force, power, velocity, impulse, weight training

Online: 31 October 2018 (09:01:43 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201809.0028.v2

Motivating Diabetic and Hypertensive Patients to Engage in Regular Physical Activity: A Multi-Component Intervention Derived from the Concept of Photovoice

Angela Y. M. Leung, Pui Hing Chau, Isaac S. H. Leung, Michael Tse, Perick Lai Choi Wong, Wai Ming Tam, Doris Y. P. Leung

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: photovoice; chronic illness; physical activity; barriers; facilitator

Online: 2 April 2019 (07:48:28 CEST)

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Aims: A community-based multi-component intervention (increasing awareness of the importance of physical activity in chronic illness management through reading comic books, training regarding warm-up stretching exercises, identifying facilitators and barriers to exercise through photosharing, supporting self-reflection and development of action plans) was developed to promote physical activity (PA) among patients with diabetes and hypertension. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of this intervention on health behaviour (walking) and health outcomes. Design: A non-randomized controlled trial with waitlisted control and pre- and post-measures. Setting: Community centres for the elderly. Participants: A total of 204 older adults with diabetes and/or hypertension were recruited. They were assigned to either the intervention group (IG) or waitlisted to the control group (CG). Intervention: Under the supervision of a nurse, six weekly group meetings were arranged in community centres for the elderly in which the participants freely exchanged their views regarding the barriers and facilitators of regular physical activity. Participants were encouraged to take photos in their neighbourhood or at home and brought these photos to share at the group meetings. The photos showed both the barriers and the facilitators to PA. In the last meeting, each participant worked out a plan to perform PA in the coming four weeks. Measures: PA referred to the number of steps taken per day and it was measured by a Garmin Accelerometer at baseline, Week 6 and Week 10. Other measures included the nine-item Self-Efficacy Scale for Exercise - Chinese version (SEE-C), the 23-item Chinese Barriers to Exercise Scale and Senior Fitness Tests. Generalised Estimating Equations (GEE) models compared the outcomes over time between IG and CG. Results: A statistically significant difference in the changes in the average number of steps taken daily between the two groups at Week 10 (mean difference = 965.4; 95% confidence interval: 92.2, 1838.6, p = 0.030) was observed, although the difference at Week 6 was non-significant (mean difference = 777.6; 95% confidence interval: −35.3, 1590.5, p = 0.061). IG participants also showed significant improvements in lower body strength (mean difference = 0.967; 95% confidence interval: 0.029, 1.904, p = 0.043) and lower limb flexibility (mean difference = 2.068; 95% confidence interval: 0.404, 3.731, p = 0.015) at Week 10 compared to CG participants. Conclusion: This multi-component intervention improved the participants’ physical activity level and physical fitness, particularly in lower limb flexibility and body strength.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201806.0313.v1

A High-Level Control Algorithm Based on sEMG Signalling for an Elbow Joint SMA Exoskeleton

Dorin Copaci, David Serrano, Luis Moreno, Dolores Blanco

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: exoskeleton; electromyographic (EMG); control systems

Online: 20 June 2018 (06:28:29 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201808.0186.v1

The Effect of Pain Relief on Daily Physical Activity: in-Home Objective Physical Activity Assessment in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients after Paravertebral Spinal Block

Tzu Chuan Yen, Jane Mohler, Michael Dohm, Kaveh Laksari, Bijan Najafi, Nima Toosizadeh

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Gait; Pain; Back disorder; Outcome evaluations; Daily activity; Fear of pain

Online: 9 August 2018 (11:26:15 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0214.v1

Do Nutrition Interventions Influence the Performance of Professional Soccer Players? A Systematic Review

Ines Aguinaga-Ontoso, Sara Guillen-Aguinaga, Laura Guillen-Aguinaga, Rosa Alas-Brun, Francisco Guillen-Grima

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: soccer performance; supplements; diet; systematic review; high carbohydrate diet; creatine supplementation; tart cherry; betaine; bicarbonate and minerals; professional players

Online: 11 April 2023 (08:47:56 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201809.0028.v1

Motivating Diabetic and Hypertensive Patients to Increase Physical Activity: The Use of Photos and Group Dynamics

Angela Yee Man Leung, Pui Hing Chau, Isaac Leung, Michael Tse, Perick Lai Choi Wong, Wai Ming Tam

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: photovoice; chronic illness; physical activity; barriers; facilitators

Online: 3 September 2018 (11:56:19 CEST)

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Aims: Photovoice is a strategy to allow people to express their views and concerns about health. This project aimed to promote physical activity (PA) among patients with chronic illness, identify facilitators and barriers for PA, enhance walking within the neighbourhood, and build up efficacy in doing exercise. Design: A quasi-experimental study with waitlisted control and pre-and-post measures. Setting: Community elderly centres. Participants: A total of 204 older adults with diabetes and/or hypertension were recruited. They were assigned to either intervention group (IG) or waitlisted control group (CG). Intervention: Under the supervision of a nurse, six weekly group meetings were arranged in community elderly centres in which the participants freely exchanged their views about the barriers and facilitators of regular physical activity. Participants were encourage to take photos in their neighbourhood or at homes, and brought these photos for sharing in the group meetings. The photos showed the barriers and the facilitators to PA. In the last meeting, each participant worked out a plan to perform PA in the coming four weeks. Measures: PA referred to the number of steps taken per day and it was measured by Garmin Accelerometer at baseline, at Week 6 and Week 10. Other measures include the 9-item Self-efficacy Scale for Exercise - Chinese version (SEE-C), the 23-item Chinese Barriers to Exercise Scale and Senior Fitness Tests. General linear mixed model was used to compare the outcomes between IG and CG after the intervention. Results: After the 6-week intervention, the average number of steps taken by the IG participants increased. At Week 10, there was a significant higher proportion of the IG participants who had increased at least 1,200 steps than that of the CG (Estimate=0.151, SE=0.066, p<0.05). The lower body strength of the IG participants was significantly higher than that of the CG (mean difference = 0.94, t=1.957, p<0.05) and the lower limb flexibility of the IG participants was also significantly higher than that of the CG (mean difference = 2.04, t=2.397, p<0.05) at Week 10. Conclusion: Understanding older adults’ views and thoughts about barriers to PA through photos and group discussion seemed to be a good strategy to motivate older adults with chronic illnesses to commit to regular physical activity. This photovoice intervention improved the participants’ physical activity level and physical fitness, particularly in lower limb flexibility and body strength.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0745.v1

Angiogenesis and Tissue Repair Depend on Platelet Dosing and Bioformulation Strategies Following Orthobiological Platelet-Rich Plasma Procedures. A Narrative Review

Peter Albert Everts, José Fábio Lana, Kentaro Onishi, Don Buford, Jeffrey Peng, Ansar Mahmood, Lucas Furtado Da Fonseca, Andre V Zundert, Luga Podesta

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: angiogenesis; tissue repair; platelet-rich plasma; platelet dose; bioformulation; leukocytes; orthobiology

Online: 12 June 2023 (03:30:41 CEST)

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Angiogenesis is new blood vessel formation from existing vessels and is a critical first step in tissue repair following chronic disturbances in healing and degenerative tissues. Chronic pathoanatomic tissues are characterized by a high number of inflammatory cells, overexpression of inflammatory mediators, such as tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 (IL-1), the presence of mast cells, T cells, reactive oxygen species, and matrix metalloproteinases, and a decreased angiogenic capacity. Multiple studies have demonstrated that autologous orthobiological cellular preparations (e.g., platelet-rich plasma [PRP]) im-prove tissue repair and regenerate tissues. There are many PRP devices on the market. Unfortunately, they differ greatly in platelet numbers, cellular composition, and bioformulation. PRP is a platelet concentrate consisting of a high concentration of platelets with or without certain leukocytes, platelet-derived growth factors (PGFs), cytokines, molecules, and signaling cells. Several PRP products have immunomodulatory capacities that can influence resident cells in a diseased microenvironment, inducing tissue repair or re-generation. Generally, PRP is a blood-derived product, regardless of its platelet number and bioformulation, and the literature indicates both positive and negative patient treatment outcomes. Strangely, the literature does not designate specific PRP preparation qualifications that can potentially contribute to tissue re-pair. Moreover, the literature scarcely addresses the impact of platelets and leukocytes in PRP on (neo)angiogenesis other than a general one-size-fits-all statement that “PRP has angiogenic capabilities.” Here, we review the cellular composition of all PRP constituents, including leukocytes, and describe the importance of platelet dosing and bioformulation strategies in orthobiological applications to initiate angiogenic pathways that re-establish microvasculature networks, facilitating the supply of oxygen and nutrients to impaired tissues.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202107.0597.v1

Fabrication of 3D Micro-Blades for the Cutting of Biological Structures in a Microfluidic Guillotine

Saisneha Koppaka, Kevin Zhang, Myra Kurosu Jalil, Lucas Blauch, Sindy Tang

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: 3D printing; microfabrication; microfluidic guillotine; single cell; wound healing

Online: 27 July 2021 (09:21:04 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201901.0060.v1

Global Need for Physical Rehabilitation: Systematic Analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017

Tiago S. Jesus, Michel D. Landry, Helen Hoenig

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: rehabilitation; global health; disability; global burden of disease; health services needs and demand

Online: 8 January 2019 (10:52:39 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202011.0555.v1

The Effectiveness of Therapeutic Physical Exercise in Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in Relation to the Alsfrs-R Functionality Scale: A Systematic Review

Laura Ortega-Hombrados, Guadalupe Molina-Torres, Alejandro Galán-Mercant, Eduardo Sánchez- Guerrero, Manuel González-Sánchez, María Ruiz-Muñoz

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; physical therapy; rehabilitation; exercise

Online: 21 November 2020 (10:50:28 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202006.0160.v1

Methodology for the Design of Rehabilitation Robots: Application in an Exoskeleton for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Giorgio Mackenzie Cruz Martinez, Luis Adrian Zuñiga Aviles

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: methodology; exoskeleton; upper limb rehabilitation; design; digital twin

Online: 14 June 2020 (03:27:20 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0039.v1

Predicting 6000m Performance Time in Junior Rowers using a 500m Indoor Rowing Test

Luiz Felipe da Silva, Paulo Francisco de Almeida-Neto, Dihogo Gama, Bianca Miarka, Felipe J. Aidar, Tais dos Santos Silva, Victor Sabido, Rui Barbosa Neto, Maamer Slimani, Paulo Moreira Silva Dantas, Breno Guilherme de Araújo Tinoco Cabral

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Athletic Performance; indoor rowing; Physical Conditioning; predictive equation

Online: 4 April 2023 (05:14:25 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0645.v1

Exercise-Based Rehabilitation in and with Nature. A Scoping Review Mapping Available Interventions

Henriette Busk, Jonas Ahler, Alessio Bricca, Pætur Mikal Holm, Dorthe Varning Poulsen, Søren T Skou, Lars Tang

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Exercise; Rehabilitation; Nature incidental or intentional interaction; Scoping review

Online: 9 May 2023 (11:53:03 CEST)

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Abstract Introduction Exercise is an effective component in rehabilitation of a range of chronic conditions. There is a growing interest in the use of exercise-based nature interacted rehabilitation (EBNIR), but an overview of current evidence is missing. To provide an informed base for future work within this field of EBNIR, the objective of this scoping review was to map existing exercise-based rehabilitation interventions conducted with incidental or intentional nature interaction focusing on its populations, types of outcomes, and theoretical rationale for people with physical and mental disabilities. Methods This scoping review identified peer-reviewed publications, registered upcoming trials and grey literature. To map all available knowledge, we performed a comprehensive search of selected databases (MEDLINE; EMBASE; CINAHL; Cochrane; Web of Science; Pedro) from inception to October 2022. Data was synthesised in a thematic presentation guided by TIDieR, supplemented by a checklist developed for this study accounting nature incidental or intentional interaction by measuring all nature elements implemented in the intervention. Results Twelve studies including 856 participants met the inclusion criteria. 11 were completed trials and 1 was registered in clinicaltrials.gov to be run in 2023. A total of 856 patients were enrolled in the 12 studies (range 18-262, median 50). The included studies were different in terms of design (observational n=4, qualitative n=1, RCT=7), intervention dosage and frequency, control intervention, diagnosis, number of patients, and outcomes included. The used exercise-based interventions consisted of outdoor walks, neck exercises and surfing interventions in patients with physical or mental health conditions. The interventions were incidental or intentional interacted with nature to a varying degree. Conclusion This scoping review presents an overview of limited and diverse evidence within the field of exercise-based rehabilitation incidental or intentional interacting with nature, in patients with physical or mental health conditions. Our review provides an overview that will be helpful in the design of future EBNIR trials.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201912.0271.v1

Treatment of Patients with Low Back Pain: A Comparison of Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Manipulation

Nima Khodakarami

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: chiropractic; physical therapy; treatment outcome; low back pain; therapy; economics; patient satisfaction; recurrence; health care costs; illness

Online: 20 December 2019 (07:41:47 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0622.v1

Short-term Effects of Manual Therapy Plus Capacitive and Resistive Electric Transfer Therapy in Individuals with Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study

Konstantinos Kasimis, Paris Iakovidis, Dimitrios Lytras, Georgios Koutras, Ioanna P. Chatziprodromidou, Antonis Fetlis, Stefania Rafailia Ntinou, Natalia-Maria Keklikoglou, Antigoni Samiotaki, Georgios Chasapis, Georgia Tarfali, Thomas Apostolou

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Keywords: Chronic Low back pain; Manual therapy; Capacitive and Resistive Electric Transfer Therapy

Online: 8 June 2023 (10:13:14 CEST)

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Background: Chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP) is defined as back pain that lasts longer than 12 weeks. Objectives: To investigate the efficacy of manual therapy (MT) program combined with Capacitive and Resistive Electric Transfer (TECAR) therapy in individuals with CNSLBP. Method: Sixty adults with CNSLBP were randomly equally divided into three groups. The first group followed an MT protocol in the lumbar region (MT group), the second group followed the same MT protocol combined with TECAR therapy (MT + TECAR group) using a conventional capacitive electrode as well as a special resistive electrode bracelet and the third group (Control group) received no treatment. Both intervention programs included six treatments over two weeks. Pain in the last 24 hours with the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), functional ability with the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ), Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT) in the lumbar region with pressure algometry, and mobility of the lumbo-pelvic region through fingertip-to-floor distance (FFD) test were evaluated before and after the intervention period with a one-month follow-up. Analysis of variance with repeated measures was applied. Results: In the NPRS score, both intervention groups showed statistically significant differences compared to the control group both in the second week as well as in the one-month follow-up (p < .001). Between-groups differences were also noticed between the two intervention groups in the second week (p < .05). Differences in the RMDQ score in the second week and on the one-month follow-up were detected between the intervention groups and the control group (p < .001), while differences between the two intervention groups were only detected in the one-month follow-up (p < .001). Regarding the PPT values, differences were found mainly between the MT + TECAR and the control group and between the MT + TECAR and the MT group (p < .05), with the MT + TECAR group in most cases showing the greatest improvement compared to the other two groups, which remained statistically significant in the one-month follow-up (p < .05). Finally, both intervention groups improved the mobility of the lumbo-pelvic region in both time points compared to the control group without, however, statistically significant differences between them (p> .05). Conclusion: The application of an MT protocol with TECAR therapy appeared more effective than conventional MT as well as compared to the control group in reducing pain and disability and improving PPT in individuals with CNSLBP. No further improvement was noted in mobility of the lumbo-pelvic region by adding TECAR to the MT intervention.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202009.0016.v1

Developing the Fitness of Law Enforcement Recruits during Academy Training

Danny J. Maupin, Ben Schram, Elisa F.D. Canetti, Jay Dawes, Robert G. Lockie, Robin Orr

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Conditioning; Police; Anaerobic Fitness

Online: 1 September 2020 (12:07:42 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.1678.v1

FLASH Radiation Therapy- Key Physical Irradiation Parameters and Beam Characteristics

roya boodaghi malidarre, Hesham M.H. Zakaly

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: CONV-RT; FLASH-RT; ultra-high-dose-rate; beam characteristics; pulsed beams; normal tissue sparing

Online: 24 August 2023 (04:10:58 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202005.0431.v2

Prediction of Postoperative Outcomes Following Hip Fracture Surgery: Independent Validation and Recalibration of the Nottingham Hip Fracture Score

William J. Doherty, Thomas A. Stubbs, Andrew Chaplin, Mike R. Reed, Avan A. Sayer, Miles D. Witham, Antony K. Sorial

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Hip fracture; Casemix; Validation; Discrimination; Risk score; Calibration

Online: 9 July 2020 (17:23:04 CEST)

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Objectives Independent validation of risk scores after hip fracture is uncommon, particularly for evaluation of outcomes other than death. We aimed to assess the Nottingham Hip Fracture Score (NHFS) for prediction of mortality, physical function, length of stay and postoperative complications. Design Analysis of routinely collected prospective data partly collected by follow-up interviews. Setting and Participants Consecutive hip fracture patients were identified from the Northumbria hip fracture database between 2014-2018. Patients were excluded if they were not surgically managed or if scores for predictive variables were missing. Methods C-statistics were calculated to test the discriminant ability of the NHFS, Abbreviated Mental Test Score (AMTS), and ASA grade for in-hospital, 30- and 120-day mortality, functional independence at discharge, 30-days and 120-days, length of stay, and postoperative complications. Results We analysed data from 3208 individuals, mean age 82.6 (SD 8.6). 2192 (70.9%) were female. 194 (6.3%) died during the first 30-days, 1686 (54.5%) were discharged to their own home, 211 (6.8%) had no mobility at 120-days, 141 (4.6%) experienced a postoperative complication. The median length of stay was 18 days (IQR 8-28). For mortality, c-statistics for the NHFS ranged from 0.68-0.69, similar to ASA and AMTS. For postoperative mobility, the c-statistics for the NHFS ranged from 0.74-0.83, similar to AMTS (0.61-0.82) and better than the ASA grade (0.68-0.71). Length of stay was significantly correlated with each score (p<0.001 by Jonckheere-Terpstra test); NHFS and AMTS showed inverted U-shaped relationships with length of stay. For postoperative complications, c-statistics for NHFS (0.54-0.59) were similar to ASA grade (0.53-0.61) and AMTS (0.50-0.58). Conclusions and Implications The NHFS performed consistently well in predicting functional outcomes, moderately in predicting mortality, but less well in predicting length of stay and complications. There remains room for improvement by adding further predictors such as measures of physical performance in future analyses.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0355.v1

Immersive Virtual Reality and its Influence on Physiological Parameters in Healthy People

Gustavo Rodríguez-Fuentes, Pablo Campo-Prieto, Xosé Carlos Souto, José Mª Cancela-Carral

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: virtual reality; exergaming; cortisol; heart rate; blood pressure; healthy volunteers; health promotion; physical therapy modalities

Online: 14 April 2023 (05:35:02 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.1884.v1

Biomechanical, Healing and Therapeutic Effects of Stretching. A Review

Elissaveta Zvetkova, Evgeny Koychev, Ivan Ivanov, Sergey Ranchev, Antonio Antonov

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Stretching; static stretching (SS); joint range of motion (ROM); muscle stiffness; joint-ligament-tendon-muscle unit; joint injuries - treatment and prophylaxis

Online: 27 June 2023 (10:31:19 CEST)

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Characterized in biomedical terms, stretching exercises have been defined as movements applied by external and/or internal forces – to increase muscle and joint flexibility, decrease muscle stiffness, to elevate joint range of motion (ROM), to increase the length of the morpho-functional unit “muscle-tendon”, to improve joint, muscle and tendon movements, contraction and relaxa-tion. The present review examines and summarizes the initial and recent literature data related to the biomechanical, physiological and therapeutic effects of static stretching (SS) on flexibility and other physiological characteristics of the main structural and functional unit “joint-ligaments-tendon-muscle”. The healing and therapeutic effects of SS, soon combined with other rehabilitation techniques (massage, foam rolling – with and without vibrations; hot/cold therapy, etc.) are discussed in relationship to creation of individual (patient-specific) or group programs for treatment and prevention of joint injuries as well as for improving performance in sports. From a theoretical point of view, the role of SS as positively affecting the composition of the connective tissue matrix is pointed out: type I-III collagen synthesis, hyaluronic acid and glucosaminoglycans (GAGs) turnover – under influence of the transforming growth factor beta-1 (TGF-β-1). Different variables as collagen type, biochemistry, elongation and elasticity are used as molecular biomarkers. Recent studies evaluated that the static progressive stretching therapy could prevent/reduce the development of arthrogenic contractures, joint capsule fibrosis, muscle stiffness and need new clinical applications. Combined stretch techniques are proposed and ap-plied in medicine and sports, depending on their long- and short-term effects on variables such as ROM, EMG activity, muscle stiffness, etc. The results obtained are of theoretical and practical interest for development of new experimental, mathematical and computational models and creation of efficient therapeutic programs. The healing SS effects on the main structural and functional unit – “joint-ligament-tendon-muscle” need further investigations, which could clarify and evaluate benefits of SS in prophylaxis and treatment of joint injuries - in healthy and ill in-dividuals, in older adults, as compared to young, active and well-trained persons, as well as to professional athletes.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.0616.v1

Proposing a Framework for The Digital Transformation Maturity of Electronic Sports Businesses in Developing Countries

Sardar Mohammadi, Arman Heidari, Jamil Navkhasi

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: digital transformation; digital maturity; esports businesses; digital resilience; thematic analysis

Online: 11 July 2023 (03:03:03 CEST)

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Digital transformation has become the top priority for 80% of sports companies worldwide, but statistics show that between 70% and 95% of all digital transformation projects fail due to signif-icant and varied challenges that sports companies face during the process of digital transfor-mation. This is because strategy, not digital technology, drives digital transformation, and suc-cess is unlikely without a mature digital transformation model. Moreover, the digital transfor-mation model of developing and emerging markets is not the same and cannot be adopted as a blueprint. Therefore, the aim of this research was to propose a framework for the digital trans-formation maturity of esports businesses in developing and emerging markets. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 15 stakeholders of esports businesses in Iran. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the interviews, and three main perspectives were identified: (1) enablers, (2) digital resilience and capabilities, and (3) digital transformation ma-turity stages. The enablers were formed by six sub-themes, including governance and leader-ship, strategy, culture and skills, innovation, technology, and data. Digital resilience and capa-bilities were formed by four sub-themes, including business model and ecosystem, digital cus-tomer experience, digital employee experience, and digital processes. Additionally, it was found that digital transformation maturity stages are based on four stages of digital beginners, digital followers, digital conservatives, and digital leaders. The findings indicate that moving towards digital transformation and achieving digital resilience in esports businesses will be impossible without synergy between enablers and digital resilience and capabilities. This framework can be useful for esports businesses to evaluate their current digital status and effectively guide them towards a desirable digital status. Furthermore, esports businesses can prioritize their efforts and resources for digital transformation by focusing on targeted capabilities and enablers and ensure more effective and efficient allocation of resources towards digital transformation.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0686.v1

Comparison Between Low-Level and High-Intensity Laser Therapy as An Adjunctive Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Clinical Trial

Mohd Azzuan Ahmad, Mageswari Moganan, Mohamad Shariff A Hamid, Norhuda Sulaiman, Ushantini Moorthy, Nazirah Hasnan, Ashril Yusof

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: high-intensity laser; knee osteoarthritis; low-level laser; pain; photobiomodulation; rehabilitation

Online: 10 May 2023 (04:42:48 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202208.0246.v1

Resuming Swallowing and Oral Feeding in Tracheostomized COVID-19 Patients: Experience of a Swiss COVID-Center and Narrative Literature Review

Ruben Forni, Etienne Jacot, Giovanni Ruoppolo, Antonio Amitrano, Adam Ogna

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: swallowing; tracheostomy; dysphagia; TLI; COVID-19; ARDS; rehabilitation; physiotherapy

Online: 15 August 2022 (03:50:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202208.0245.v1

Normative Values of Skeletal Muscle Contractile Parameters and Lateral Symmetry in Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnasts

Mitija Samardžija Pavletić, Almir Atiković, Ekrem Čolakhodžić, Selma Sijerčić, Emilija Petković, Amra Nožinović Mujanović

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: tensiomyography; gymnastics; contraction time; asymmetry

Online: 15 August 2022 (03:32:45 CEST)

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Preprint TECHNICAL NOTE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0261.v1

The Effectiveness of Nutrition Interventions for Improvement of Professional and Semiprofessional Soccer Players: A Systematic Review Protocol

Ines Aguinaga-Ontoso, Sara Guillen-Aguinaga, Laura Guillen-Aguinaga, Rosa Alas-Brun, Francisco Guillen-Grima

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: protocol; soccer performance; supplements; diet; systematic review; soccer professional players

Online: 12 April 2023 (08:28:31 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.1183.v1

Psychological Evaluation of a Residential Children’s Burns Camp Programme: A Ten-Year Evaluation

Alison Margaret Thomlinson, Niamh Rebecca Farrell, Sarah Louise Gaskell, Mamta Shah

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: burns camp; evaluation; burn rehabilitation

Online: 16 June 2023 (07:27:05 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0238.v1

Development of a Feedback Training Protocol and Clinical Force Measuring Walker for Older Patients with Restricted Upper Extremity Weight Bearing

Ansel LaPier

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Median sternotomy; Ossification; Cardiac surgery; Rehabilitation; Functional mobility; Bone fracture; Assistive device; Feedback training; Sternal precautions; Instrumented walker

Online: 18 October 2021 (10:43:01 CEST)

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Patients recovering from bone disruption due to trauma or surgery need to limit movement to minimize shear force, thereby protecting callus formation and osteogenesis. Patients often use their arms to assist with functional activities, but pushing is frequently limited to <10 lb (4.5 kg). With only verbal instructions, patients’ ability to accurately limit weight-bearing (WB) force is poor. A therapeutic intervention to improve patient adherence with upper extremity (UE) WB guidelines during functional mobility using an instrumented walker could be beneficial. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to describe a feedback training protocol to improve the ability to modulate weight-bearing force in older adults and then provide an overview of the efficacy of this protocol and subsequent development of a Clinical Force Measuring Walker. An instrumented walker was used to measure UE WB during functional mobility in older healthy subjects (n = 30) before, during, and after (immediately and 2 hours) a visual and auditory concurrent feedback training session. During feedback training, force was significantly reduced with all 3 sessions as compared to baseline. When using the front wheeled walker, UE WB force during the second and third feedback training trials went down compared to the first trial. During the third feedback training trial, force was greater than the two previous trials while transferring sit-to-stand and stand-to-sit. After completion of practice with feedback, UE WB force was significantly reduced and remained so 2 hours later. These findings suggest that feedback training is effective for helping patients to modulate UE WB. Use of an instrumented walker and feedback training would be beneficial in clinical practice, especially with older patients. A more intensive feedback training with additional trials and or simultaneous visual and auditory cues during whole-practice may be needed to get UE WB below a 10 lb threshold.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.1268.v1

Using EfficientNet-B7 (CNN), Variational Auto Encoder (VAE) and Siamese Twins’ Networks to Evaluate Human Exercises as Super Objects in a TSSCI Images

Yoram Segal, Ofer Hadar, Lenka Lhotska

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Keywords: OpenPose (OP); MediaPipe (MP); Rehabilitation; Tree Structure Skeleton Image (TSSI); Tree Structure Skeleton Color Image (TSSCI); Variational Auto Encoder (VAE); Siamese twins Neural Network; Simulator; Human body movements

Online: 30 April 2023 (07:10:50 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0987.v1

The Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Muscle Hypertrophy and Strength in Division III Soccer Athletes: An Ecological Study

Kaitlyn Judd, Christian Morales, Megan White, Kate Wilkie, Justin Faller, Stephen J. Ives

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: strength and conditioning, resistance training, weight training, college, football

Online: 26 April 2023 (12:36:09 CEST)

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Working Paper ARTICLE

Visual Biofeedback Tool for Quantitative Pressure Monitoring in Lower-Limb Prosthetic Sockets

Shruti Turner, Shivali Jain, Akhil Patel, Matthew O Hopkins, Alison H McGregor

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: prosthetics; prosthetic socket; prosthetic socket fitting; biofeedback; rehabilitation; amputation

Online: 6 October 2021 (12:58:45 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202206.0047.v1

Current Technology Developments Can Improve the Quality of Research and Level of Evidence for Rehabilitation Interventions

Bruno Bonnechère, Annick Timmermans, Sarah Michiels

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Rehabilitation; new technology; validation; study design; methods

Online: 3 June 2022 (11:12:44 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1520.v1

Acute Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Movement Velocity and Neuromuscular Signal During the Back Squat Exercise

MANUEL GARCÍA SILLERO, Sergio Maroto-Izquierdo, Maria Galvan-Garcia, Javier Benitez-Porres, Salvador Vargas-Molina, Jose Manuel Jurado-Castro

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Neuromuscular performance; blood flow restriction; occlusion; resistance training; velocity; EMG

Online: 22 May 2023 (11:31:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.1128.v1

chest mobilization and breathing exercises on respiratory function, trunk stability, and endurance in chronic stroke patients who have contracted coronavirus disease

Yang Jin Lee, YooRim Kim, Dong Hoon Kim

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: covid-19; diaphragm; chest mobilization; respiratory fucntion

Online: 18 October 2023 (08:14:01 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0316.v1

Engineering a Clinical Force Measuring Walker for Patients Recovering from Median Sternotomy

Ansel LaPier

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Bone fracture; Median sternotomy; Ossification; Rehabilitation; Functional mobility; Assistive device; Feedback training; Sternal precautions; Instrumented walker

Online: 21 October 2021 (22:50:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.1170.v1

Research Hotspots and Trends in the Research on the Application of VR in Rehabilitation Medicine

Chen Wang, Jingqi Kong, Huiying Qi

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: VR, rehabilitation; bibliometric; research focuses; development trend

Online: 16 June 2023 (08:52:37 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.1741.v1

Effect of Physiotherapy in Early Preterm Infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Based on the Framework of the International Classification of Function

Nilay Çömük Balcı, Şahin Takçı, Mustafa Ali Akın

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Early intervention; Preterm infants; Motor development; Developmental care; NICU

Online: 26 December 2023 (01:40:56 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.0951.v1

Incobotulinumtoxin A and Yoga-Like Isometric Exercise in Adolescent Idiopathic Lumbar Scoliosis – a Randomized Pilot Study

Loren Martin Fishman

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis; Botulinum Toxin; Yoga

Online: 14 September 2023 (07:12:12 CEST)

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Incobotulinumtoxin A and Yoga-like Isometric Exercise in Adolescent Idiopathic Lumbar Scoliosis – a randomized pilot study Abstract: Background: Approximately 90% of scoliosis is adolescent idiopathic (AIS). From its first appearance at 10-14 until age 18 it is most vulnerable to deterioration; young people are most susceptible to the condition worsening. An effective non-surgical means of remediation would be welcome. Design: Randomized control two-arm study, assessing the safety and efficacy of combining incobotulinum injections with yoga to reverse lumbar and thoracolumbar AIS. Methods: In a private clinic setting, non-pregnant healthy 12 – 18 year-olds were either taught a symmetrical “placebo” yoga pose (control sub-group 1), given the side plank (Vasisthasana) done thrice daily with placebo injection (control sub-group 2) or given the thrice-daily side-plank with botulinum injection (Intervention group 3). Injection: 33 IU of incobotulinum toxin type A (Xeomin) injected into concave-side lumbar paraspinals and quadratus lumborum at L2-3 and the psoas muscle at L3-4, or injected similarly with placebo. Randomization by Random.com. Objective: Assess whether muscular asymmetry treated with botulinum toxin injection and the side-plank are safe and effective in AIS. Results: Outcome: Twelve intervention and 12 placebo patients (Groups 1 + 2), 12 -18 years old completed the three-month study period. Mean daily side-plank time = 165 seconds. Mean initial lumbar curvature was 36.9 degrees (SD 14.36), (p<0.0001); mean curvature at 3 weeks was 29.5 degrees. (SD 14.23) (p<0.0001); mean curvature at 3 months was 26.0 degrees (SD 12.81) Onset vs 3-month value: p<0.0001. Two patients in Group 3 complained of shoulder pain, and 2 of wrist pain that resolved when the side-plank was done on the elbow. Conclusion: Muscle asymmetry appears relevant to AIS treatment. Incobotulinum injections combined with the side-plank done with the convex side downward may be safe and helpful in adolescent idiopathic lumbar scoliosis.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.1892.v1

Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Gait Characteristics in Healthy Individuals: A Systematic Review

Thomas Aout, Mickael Begon, Baptiste Jegou, Nicolas Peyrot, Teddy Caderby

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Electrical muscle stimulation; Peripheral neuromodulation; Walking; Kinematics; Kinetics; Spatiotemporal; Able-bodied.

Online: 29 August 2023 (03:50:59 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0269.v1

Is There a Role of Beetroot Consumption on the Recovery of Oxidative Status and Muscle Damage in Ultra-Endurance Runners?

Eva Vilar, Eladio Collado-Boira, Carlos Guerrero, Ana Folch-Ayora, Pablo Salas-Medina, Carlos Hernando, Pablo Baliño, María Muriach

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: oxidative stress; ultra-endurance sport; antioxidants; muscle damage

Online: 5 February 2024 (10:32:11 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0014.v1

Evolving Therapies Targeting the Viruses and Host in Hbv/Hdv-Coinfection; Analyses of the Present Strategies

Sheikh Mohammad Fazle Akbar, Mamun Al Mahtab, Yoichi Hiasa

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: HBV/HDV coinfection; Evolving antiviral drugs; innovative immune therapeutic agents; combination of antiviral and immune therapy

Online: 1 May 2023 (04:18:06 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.1129.v1

Is It Necessary to Adapt the Training According to the Menstrual Cycle? Influence of Contraception and Physical Fitness Variables

Paula Recacha-Ponce, Eladio Collado-Boira, Pilar Suarez-Alcazar, Macarena Montesinos-Ruiz, Carlos Hernando-Domingo

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: menstrual cycle, contraceptive cycling, VO2max, physical fitness, sensory threshold.

Online: 17 July 2023 (18:23:10 CEST)

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(1) Background: The influence of the menstrual cycle on physical fitness in athletes is controversial in the scientific literature. There is a marked fluctuation of sex hormones at three key points of the menstrual cycle, where estrogen and progesterone vary significantly. Hormonal contraception induces hormonal levels different from the natural menstrual cycle, requiring specific study in relation to physical fitness. (2) Method: Women aged 18 to 40 years with regular natural menstrual cycles and women using hormonal contraception were recruited, creating two study groups. All participants needed to be athletes classified as level II-III according to the classification by McKay et al (2021), based on training volume/physical activity metrics, among other variables. To assess their physical fitness, Cardiorespiratory Fitness (measured by VO2max), high-speed strength, hand grip strength, and flexibility were evaluated. Blood samples were taken to determine the menstrual cycle phase through analysis of sex hormone levels. Additionally, urine tests for ovulation detection were performed for the natural menstrual cycle group. Neurosensory stimulation tests were incorporated to measure sensory threshold and pain threshold in each phase. Body composition in each phase and its relationship with the other variables were also taken into account. (3) Results: Athletes in the natural cycling group showed differences in VO2max (mL·kg-1·min-1) (phase I =41.75 vs phase II =43,85 and (p=0.004) and phase I vs phase III=43,25 mL·kg-1·min-1 (p =0.043)), as well as in body weight (phase I = 63.23 vs. phase III = 62.48 kg; p=0.006), first pain threshold (phase I = 1.34 vs. phase II = 1.69 (p=0.027) and phase III = 1.59 mA (p=0.011)), and sensitive threshold (phase I = 0.64 vs. phase II = 0.76 mA (p=0.017)). The pain threshold was found to be an important covariate in relation to VO2max, explaining 31.9% of the variance in phase I (p=0.006). These findings were not observed between the two phases of contraceptive cycling. (4) Conclusion: The natural menstrual cycle will cause significant changes in the physical fitness of athletes. The use of hormonal contraception is not innocuous. Women with natural cycles show a decrease in cardiorespiratory fitness in phases II and III, which is a factor to be considered in relation to training level and workload.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202304.0234.v1

Irish Dancing Injuries and Associated Risk Factors: A Systematic Review

Ana Rita Póvoa, Cláudia Maria Costa, Sérgio Simões, Ana Morais Azevedo, Raul Oliveira

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Irish dance; injuries; risk factors; injury prevention; epidemiology; prevalence; incidence; surveillance system

Online: 12 April 2023 (03:35:52 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1845.v1

Effect of Hip Muscle Strengthening Exercises on Pain and Disability in Patients With Low Back Pain. A Systematic Review

Gema Santamaria, Irene Rodríguez, Ritika Matani Chimnani, Raúl Cobreros-Mielgo, Eva Lantaron Caerio, Diego Fernández-Lázaro

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Low back pain; hip; strengthening; treatment; pain; disability.

Online: 26 May 2023 (04:22:58 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0333.v1

Com@Rehab: An Interactive and Personalised Rehabilitation Activity Based on Virtual Reality

Carolina Silva, Cláudia Quaresma, Raquel Silva, Sara Carvalho, Rute Costa, Miguel Fernández, Andreia Pinto de Sousa, Ana Londral, Micaela Fonseca

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: virtual reality (VR); COVID-19; motor rehabilitation; multidisciplinary; virtual reality activity; serious games; game design; health communication

Online: 5 June 2023 (14:26:52 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1846.v1

Predictors of Speed and Agility in Youth Male Basketball Players

Denis Causevic, Nedim Covic, Ensar Abazovic, Babina Rani, Gabriel Marian Manolache, Cătălin Vasile Ciocan, Gabriel Zaharia, Dan Iulian Alexe

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: team sports; explosive strength; body composition; CMJ

Online: 26 May 2023 (04:24:30 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.1324.v1

Questionnaire of Physiotherapeutic Specific Exercises of Scoliosis – QPSSE

Theodoros B. Grivas, Dimitra Dadakaridou, Stavroula A. Fokidi, Alexandros Kastrinis, Melpomeni Kosti, Constantinos Michas, Marianna Oikonomaki, Evangelos Theodosopoulos, Artemis Margarita Griva

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: adolescent idiopathic scoliosis; physiotherapeutic specific exercises; questionnaire; quality of life

Online: 21 November 2023 (13:43:07 CET)

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Study design: Creating and psychometric testing of a new QoL Questionnaire about Physiotherapeutic Specific Exercises of Scoliosis (Questionnaire of Physiotherapeutic Specific Exercises of Scoliosis -QPSSE). Purpose: The purpose of this study is to create a reliable and valid questionnaire for patients suffering mild and moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) who have been treated with Physiotherapeutic Specific Exercises of Scoliosis (PSSE) in order to evaluate their quality of life. Materials and Methods: The developed questionnaire was based on a thorough literature review as well as on authors experience. It consists of 53 questions, of which 37 have a positive meaning, 15 have a negative meaning, and one is multiple choice question, additionally there are six “open” questions. Except for the multiple choice question, all other questions are answered on a Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5 scores. 5 represents a positive meaning or very much, whereas 1 stands for a negative meaning or not at all. Questions were developed by the authors who subsequently categorized the 53 questions into the following 8 domains: physical functioning, self-image, Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises (PSSEs), psychosocial functioning, cognitive functioning, compliance, motivation and pain. A pilot study was conducted so that we could calculate Cronbach’s Alpha based on the outcome. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the authors worked through the Zoom online platform to structure the questionnaire. Results: Pearson's correlation coefficient was used for all correlations evaluated. P values of less than 0.05 were considered to be significant. Internal consistency was evaluated with Cronbach's alpha. Although there were very few missing values, accounting for 0.78% of the total values of the questionnaire, expectation maximization likelihood algorithm was used to impute data. IBM® SPSS® Statistics Software v.25 was used for the analysis. Cronbach's alpha coefficients for the overall score was 0.84. Conclusion: This original QPSSE was found to be a reliable and valid tool for AIS treated conservatively with PSSE and for their clinicians.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.0341.v1

Motor Coordination in Primary School Students: The Role of Age, Sex and Physical Activity

Tülay Canli, Umut Canli, Cüneyt Taskın, Monira I. Aldhahi

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: balance; coordination; jumping; motor competence; youth

Online: 5 July 2023 (14:09:30 CEST)

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Preprint BRIEF REPORT | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.0782.v1

Implementing a Pulmonary Telerehabilitation Program for Young Adults with Post-COVID-19 Syndrome. A Brief Report

Wilmer Esparza, Alfredo Noboa, Camila Madera, Naif Mina, Patricia Acosta-Vargas, Gloria Acosta-Vargas, Mayra Carrión-Toro, Marco Santórum, Manuel Ayala-Chauvin, And Guillermo Santillán

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: telerehabilitation; COVID-19; pulmonary rehabilitation; aerobic exercises

Online: 12 September 2023 (10:42:59 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.1307.v1

Efficacy Study of a Dietary Supplement Containing Collagen‐L‐Arginine‐Hyaluronic Acid in Elderly Patients with Musculoskeletal Complaints

Péter Fritz, Lívia Mayer, Pál Bóday, Annamária Maszlag, Réka Fritz

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: diatary supplement; body composition; laboratory results; collagen and hyaluron acid oral supplementation; articular movement improvement; C vitamin; L-arginin; health promotion

Online: 19 June 2023 (07:19:00 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0316.v2

Engineering a Clinical Force Measuring Walker for Patients Recovering from Median Sternotomy

Ansel LaPier

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: cardiac surgery; bone fracture; median sternotomy; rehabilitation; ossicication; functional mobility; assistanve device; feedback

Online: 7 December 2021 (23:36:05 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.0268.v1

COVID-19-Induced Shift to Teach and Study from Home: Evaluating Musculoskeletal Health and Contributing Factors in Saudi University Students and Faculty during Online Education

Junaid Amin, Raheela Kanwal, Omar W Althomali, Tolgahan Acar, Salman Amin, Bodor Bin Sheeha

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: occupational health; online education; pain; students; teachers; work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs)

Online: 5 October 2023 (09:28:41 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.0721.v1

The Effect of Short-Term Neuromuscular Training on Ankle Biomechanics in Individuals with Functional Ankle Instability

Jiongxiang Zhao, Enze Shao, Ee-Chon Teo, Julien S. Baker, Yaodong Gu

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Functional ankle instability; Neuromuscular training; OpenSim; Muscle; Ankle biomechanics.

Online: 9 January 2024 (13:59:46 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.2078.v1

The Role of Strength-Related Factors on Psychological Readiness for Return to Sport following Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction

Oliver Lee, Mark A Williams, Clare D Shaw, Anne Delextrat

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: angle-specific torque; rate of force development; time since surgery; rehabilitation

Online: 30 August 2023 (11:19:45 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.1786.v1

The Development of a Multi-Modal Cancer Rehabilitation (including Prehabilitation) Service in Sheffield, UK: Designing the Active Together Service

Liam Humphreys, Anna Myers, Gabriella Frith, Michael Thelwell, Katie Pickering, Gary Mills, Karen Kerr, Patricia Fisher, John Kidder, Carol Keen, Suzanne Hodson, Gail Phillips, Rachel Smith, Laura Evans, Sarah Thornton, Emma Dale, Louise Maxwell, Diana M Greenfield, Robert Copeland

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Exercise prescription, exercise, physical activity, psychology, nutrition, cancer, oncology, rehabilitation, prehabilitation, barriers

Online: 25 December 2023 (09:15:52 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.1343.v1

Dancers’ Physical Fitness across their Four-Year Collegiate Programs: A Prospective Analysis

Jatin Prafull Ambegaonkar, Jena Hansen-Honeycutt, Kelley Rock Wiese, Catherine M Cavanagh, Shane V Caswell, Shruti J Ambegaonkar, Joel Martin

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Performing Arts; Core; Star Excursion Balance Test; Balance; Push-ups; Planks; Single Leg Hops; Dancers; Training; Performance; Health; Physical Fitness; collegiate

Online: 19 June 2023 (10:13:45 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0458.v1

The Onset of Musculoskeletal Pain in the COVID-19 Era: A Survey of Physiotherapy Students in Sicily

Rosario Ferlito, Pierpaolo Panebianco, Valentina Rizzo, Ignazio Prestianni, Marco Sapienza, Martina Ilardo, Maria Musumeci, Vito Pavone, Gianluca Testa

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: musculoskeletal pain; COVID-19 era; physiotherapy studies; study hours; questionnaires

Online: 6 June 2023 (12:11:56 CEST)

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Background: Online teaching has resulted in university students adopting a sedentary lifestyle. Prolonged sitting and reduced physical activity due to pandemic restrictions have led to musculoskeletal pain in various body areas, significantly impacting the students’ quality of life. This study aims to investigate the effects of remote learning on Sicilian physiotherapy students during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically focusing on the occurrence of musculoskeletal pain. Methods: An observational study was conducted using an online survey administered through Google Forms. The survey consisted of 26 multiple-choice questions and was distributed to students enrolled in Physiotherapy programs at the Universities of Catania, Messina, and Palermo. Participants were contacted via social channels or email, and data collection spanned 5 weeks. The collected data were analyzed using R software. Results: A total of 128 questionnaires were collected. More than half of the students (51.6%) reported dedicating 15–22 h per week to distance learning for a duration of 6–12 months (50%). Regarding study location, most students preferred studying at a desk (82.8%), with slightly over half (57.8%) adopting a backrest while studying remotely. Analysis of the students’ posture during study hours revealed common positions, including tilting the head forward by more than 20 degrees (47.8%), leaning the trunk forward by more than 20 degrees (71.9%), both shoulders being hunched forward (57.0%), wrists positioned above the level of the elbows (46.1%), thighs pointing upwards (41.4%), and one or both feet in a downward or dorsiflexed position (69.5%). Conclusion: The questionnaire responses indicate that the lifestyle of university students, influenced by online teaching, has deteriorated, leading to musculoskeletal pain, including myofascial pain. These results are primarily influenced by the adopted posture and the duration of time spent in these positions.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.0010.v1

Structured Program for Developing Psychomotor Skills of Institutionalized Children with SEN

Rosu Daniel, Cojanu Florin, Visan Florinel Paul, Samarescu Nicoleta, Ene Mariana Augustina, Muntean Raul Ioan, Ursu Emil Vasile

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Psychomotor Development; Motor Skills Assessment; Institutionalized Education

Online: 1 December 2023 (05:09:15 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0523.v1

Plain Radiography: A Unique and Essential Component of Spinal Assessment and Predictive Health

Philip Anthony Arnone, Andrew Edson McCanse, Derek Scott Farmen, Mark Vincent Alano, Nicholas James Weber, Shawn Patrick Thomas, Austin Hyer Webster

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Sagittal spinal balance; coronal spinal balance; spinal biomechanical assessment; plain radiography utilization:postural assessment; spinal assessment; spinal radiographic parameters:

Online: 8 February 2024 (12:11:56 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.1286.v1

The Facilitators and Barriers to Home-based Robotic Rehabilitation in India: A pilot feasibility study

Aravind Nehrujee, AT Prabhakar, Sathish Balaraman, Rasika Bombatkar, Henry Prakash, S SamuelKamaleshKumar, Sanjith Aaron, Suranjan Bhattacharya, Sujatha Srinivasan, Sivakumar Balasubramanian

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: stroke rehabilitation; home therapy; telerehabilitation; rehabilitation robotics

Online: 19 July 2023 (04:52:24 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0920.v1

Feasibility of a Mirror Therapy Home-Based Program in Children with Unilateral Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Anna Ortega-Martínez, Rocío Palomo-Carrión, Carlos Varela-Ferro, Maria Caritat Bagur-Calafat

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Unilateral Spastic Cerebral Palsy; Mirror Therapy; feasibility; bimanual performance; somatosensory function; quality of life.

Online: 12 May 2023 (10:13:12 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1168.v1

Self-Management Predicts PTSD Symptoms and Post-traumatic Growth among Older Adults in Residential Care Homes in the Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic

Ido Ziv, Dafna Caspi, Daniela Cojocaru

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: self-management; Covid-19; aging management; PTSD; PTG; anxiety

Online: 17 May 2023 (02:28:45 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.0983.v1

Effectiveness Of Deep Cervical Fascial Manipulation® And Yoga Postures On Pain And Function In Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain: A Pragmatic, Parallel-Group, Randomised, Controlled Trial

Prabu Raja G, Shyamasunder N Bhat, Ranganath Gangavelli, Anupama Prabhu, Antonio Stecco, Carmelo Pirri, Vennila J, Cesar fernandez De-las-penas

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: cervical pain; musculoskeletal manipulation; stretching; soft tissue mobilisation

Online: 15 September 2023 (05:30:06 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0066.v1

Sensory Integration: A Novel Approach for Healthy Ageing and Dementia Management

Ongart Maneemai, Maira Cristina Cujilan Alvarado, Lina Graciela Calderon Intriago, Alicia Jeanette Donoso Triviño, Joicy Anabel Franco Coffré, Domenico Pratico, Kristof Schwartz, Tadele Tesfaye, Takao Yamasaki

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Sensory Integration; Dementia; Neuromodulation; Healthy aging

Online: 1 February 2024 (12:56:25 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.1514.v1

Predicting Tissue Loads in Running from Inertial Measurement Units

John Rasmussen, Sebastian Skejø, Rasmus Plenge Waagepetersen

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: patella ligament; IMU; data science; biomechanics; public health; Running injuries; Achilles tendon

Online: 24 October 2023 (10:29:39 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.0038.v1

Equine Assisted Activities (EAA) for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Positive Effects Revealed Using an Ethological Approach

Barbara Collacchi, Noémie Pinchaud, Marta Borgi, Francesca Cirulli

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Equine-assisted activities; Autism spectrum disorder; Ethogram; Social interactions; Communicative behaviours; Problem behaviours

Online: 2 May 2023 (01:44:24 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.0051.v1

A Wearable Device for Upper Limb Rehabilitation and Assistance Based on Fluid Actuators and Myoelectric Control

Cristina-Maria Biriș, Sever-Gabriel Racz, Claudia-Emilia Gîrjob, Radu-Dumitru Grovu, Dan-Mihai Rusu

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: soft robotics, elastomer actuator, rehabilitation, wearable device, myoelectric control

Online: 1 August 2023 (10:27:34 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202110.0099.v1

Visual Biofeedback Tool for Quantitative Pressure Monitoring in Lower-Limb Prosthetic Sockets

Shruti Turner, Shivali Jain, Akhil Patel, Matthew O Hopkins, Alison H McGregor

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: prosthetics; prosthetic socket; prosthetic socket fitting; biofeedback; rehabilitation; amputation

Online: 6 October 2021 (10:22:37 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.0419.v1

Is the Straight Leg Raise Suitable for the Diagnosis of Radiculopathy? Analysis of Diagnostic Accuracy in a Phase III Study

Alberto Montaner-Cuello, Elena Bueno-Gracia, Diego Rodríguez-Mena, Elena Estébanez-de-Miguel, Miguel Malo-Urriés, Gianluca Ciuffreda, Santos Caudevilla-Polo

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Diagnosis; mechanosensitivity; lumbosacral radiculopathy; straight leg raise.

Online: 7 November 2023 (10:38:38 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.0595.v1

Effects of Multidisciplinary Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation on Short-Term Pain and Disability in Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review with Network Meta-Analysis

Ivan Jurak, Kristina Delaš, Lana Erjavec, Janez Stare, Igor Locatelli

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: chronic low back pain; multidisciplinary biopsychosocial rehabilitation; exercise therapy; network meta-analysis

Online: 9 November 2023 (07:44:33 CET)

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Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP), defined as pain persisting for at least 12 weeks, is a significant public health issue, with prevalence intensifying due to an ageing global population, amassing approximately 619 million cases in 2020 and projected to escalate to 843 million by 2050. Given the multitude of therapeutic modalities available for CLBP, this research sought to ascertain their respective efficacies in ameliorating pain and disability. We specifically scrutinized Multidisciplinary Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation (MBR) among adults enduring non-specific low back pain for over 12 weeks, excluding acute pain conditions and pre-study surgical interventions. MBR is an approach encompassing various modalities, including exercise, behavioral therapies, educational programs, and work conditioning aspects, necessitating a comprehensive Network Meta-Analysis (NMA) to fully grasp the extensive scope of its impact. The constructed network comprised diverse MBR modalities (behavioral, educational, and work conditioning) alongside exercise therapy (ET), minimal intervention, and usual care, serving as controls with pain and disability as outcomes. Through the analysis of 4,619 initially identified studies, 93 were included, encompassing a total of 8,059 participants. The NMA conducted substantiated that both ET and MBR modalities were notably effective in alleviating CLBP, with education-oriented MBR emerging as the most efficacious for pain mitigation and behavior-focused MBR for disability reduction. Nevertheless, the discerned differences amongst the treatments were minimal and uncertain, highlighting that no modality was definitively superior to the others. The analysis revealed low global and local inconsistency within the network, underscoring the reliability of the observed outcomes. Given the intricate nature of CLBP, embodying various facets, our findings advocate for a combined therapeutic approach to optimize treatment efficacy. Nonetheless, the presence of high study heterogeneity and potential biases necessitates cautious interpretation of the results, prompting future research.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0709.v1

Morphological Characteristics of Elite International Soccer Referees: Somatotype and Bioelectrical Impedance Vector Analysis

Pascal Izzicupo, Cristian Petri, Sofia Serafini, Giorgio Galanti, Gabriele Mascherini

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: soccer referees; body composition; somatotype; tolerance ellipses; DXA; BIA vector

Online: 9 June 2023 (11:19:08 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.1214.v1

Therapeutic Climbing for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis in Neurorehabilitation: A Qualitative Study

Tobias Schiffler, Eva Reiter, Ali Kapan, Gottfried Kranz, Stefan Thomas Kotzian, Sandra Haider

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: multiple sclerosis; therapeutic climbing; motivation; training conditions; neurorehabilitation; qualitative research

Online: 20 November 2023 (05:01:25 CET)

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Background: Therapeutic climbing (TC) has emerged as a prospective rehabilitation approach for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Existing literature primarily focuses on the physical and psychological benefits of TC across diverse populations but is limited concerning its application and efficacy for patients with MS. Objectives: This study aimed to delineate the experiences, effects, and perceptions of both individuals with MS and therapists regarding TC, highlighting the potential benefits and challenges of this therapeutic approach. Methods: Using a qualitative design, structured interviews were conducted with patients living with MS (N=5) and therapists (N=7) involved in TC sessions at a rehabilitation facility. The interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim, and subjected to thematic qualitative text analysis. Results: Our analysis resulted in the identification of five main categories: (1) motivational factors, (2) training conditions, (3) training content, (4) observed effects, and (5) safety protocols. Findings primarily centred around the motivational aspects of TC. Participants consistently reported experiencing feelings of accomplishment, success, enjoyment, and increased self-confidence. Furthermore, TC was often perceived as a comprehensive intervention, addressing endurance, strength, flexibility, neuromotor functions, cognition, and mental health while having a low-risk profile. However, due to the demanding nature of TC, careful fatigue management is crucial. This entails personalized intensity adjustments during sessions and coordinating TC with other physically demanding therapies when implementing TC within a rehabilitation environment. Conclusions: TC shows promise within MS rehabilitation and can be considered safe under certain framework conditions. This research sheds light on its potential benefits, facilitators and barriers and provides insights for practical integration into rehabilitation programmes.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.2233.v1

Initiation in Kin Ball – Pre and Post Pandemic Effects on Hand Strength, Resistance and Coordination

Daniel Roșu, Sebastian Enache, Valentina Ștefănică, Raul Ioan Muntean

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: kin ball; covid-19 pandemic; palm strength; endurance; coordination

Online: 29 December 2023 (08:18:07 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.0162.v1

Immediate and Short-Term Effects on Pain and Multiplanar Active Cervical Range of Motion of an Elastic Taping Application on the Neck

Luca Russo, Tommaso Panessa, Paolo Bartolucci, Andrea Raggi, Alin Larion, Gian Mario Migliaccio, Johnny Padulo

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Cervical ROM; elastic taping; neck pain; kinesiology; 3D motion analysis

Online: 4 July 2023 (07:49:19 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.1218.v1

Scapular Kinematics in Overhead Squat with and without Elastic Resistance: Insights from Kinetic Chain Approach and Therapeutic Implications for Shoulder Rehabilitation

Fagner Luiz Pacheco Salles, Augusto Gil Pascoal

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: shoulder rehabilitation; overhead squat; elastic resistance; kinetic chain approach; VETOR 3D; scapular kinematics

Online: 18 December 2023 (05:13:53 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.1731.v1

Enhancing Performance and Promoting Sustainability in Female Handball: The Impact of Olympic Movement Training on Jumping, Throwing, Sprinting, and Change of Direction

Estela Orduña-Borraz, Elena Mainer-Pardos, Luis Alberto Marco-Contreras, Demetrio Lozano

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: weightlifting; training; strength; power; team sports

Online: 28 November 2023 (09:25:00 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0350.v1

Supplementation for Performance and Health in Patients with Phenylketonuria: An Exercise-Based Approach to Improving Dietary Adherence

Domingo González-Lamuño, Carmenmelina Morencos, Francisco Jesús Arrieta, Eva Venegas, Germán Vicente-Rodríguez, Jose Antonio Casajus, Maria luz Couce, Luis Aldámiz-Echevarría

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Phenylketonuria; protein substitutes; amino acid; glycomacropetides; phenyalanine; tyrosine; physical activity; supplement regimens; adherence

Online: 6 February 2024 (08:38:06 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.0734.v1

Crosstalk between Exercise-Derived Endocannabinoidome and Kynurenines: Potential Target Therapies against Obesity and Depression Symptoms

Tiffany Wences-Chirino, Edgar Rangel-López, Alexandra Luna-Angulo, Paul Carrillo-Mora, Carlos Landa-Solis, María Alejandra Samudio-Cruz, Alim Caelli Fuentes-Bello, Rogelio Paniagua-Pérez, Juan Ríos-Martínez, Laura Sánchez-Chapul

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: exercise; endocannabinoids; kynurenines; obesity; depression

Online: 12 September 2023 (16:51:21 CEST)

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Preprint TECHNICAL NOTE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0825.v1

Inducing Cough Reflex by Capsaicin Spray Stimulation in Patients with Acquired Brain Injury: A Preliminary Test and Proof of Concept

Luisa Spezzano, Maria Daniela Cortese, Maria Quintieri, Loris Pignolo, Paolo Tonin, Lucia Francesca Lucca, Rocco Salvatore Calabrò, Giovanni Morone, Antonio Cerasa

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Cough Reflex; Acquired Brain Injury; capsaicin; dysphagia

Online: 12 June 2023 (10:42:59 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202306.0738.v1

Effects of Physical Activity Program on Body Composition, Physical Performance, and Neuromuscular Strategies During Walking in Older Adults With Sarcopenic Obesity: Randomized Controlled Trial

Hamza FERHI, Sabri GAIED CHORTANE, Sylvain DURAND, Bruno BEAUNE, Sebastien BOYAS, Wael MAKTOUF

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: age; obesity; gait; physical activity; neuromuscular system; sarcopenia

Online: 12 June 2023 (03:02:19 CEST)

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Preprint COMMUNICATION | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1998.v1

Reliability of a Smooth Pursuit Eye-Tracking System (EyeGuide Focus) in Healthy Adolescent and Adults

Alan J Pearce, Ed Daly, Lisa Ryan, Doug King

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Oculomotor pursuits; Eye-movement; Concussion; Assessment; Learning effect

Online: 29 May 2023 (08:40:42 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202403.0667.v1

Preventing Functional Decline with Age: Biomarkers and Best Practices

Matthew Halma, Paul Marik

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: aging populations; healthy aging interventions; physiological changes; autonomy, well-being

Online: 12 March 2024 (08:11:11 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202403.1089.v1

Analyzing the Influence of Speed and Jumping Performance Metrics on Percentage Change of Direction Deficit in Adolescent Female Soccer Players

Alberto Roso-Moliner, Oliver Gonzalo-Skok, Victor Emilio Villavicencio-Álvarez, Santiago Calero-Morales, Elena Mainer-Pardos

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Sprint; football; women; multidirectional speed; team-sport

Online: 19 March 2024 (07:04:51 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.0833.v1

Musculoskeletal Pain, Physical Activity, Muscle Mass, and Mortality in the Elderly: Results from the Korean Longitudinal Study on Health and Aging (KLoSHA)

Sunwoo Hwang, Changwoo Kim, Yun Jeong Jang, Chang Han Lee, Min-Kyun Oh, Ki Woong Kim, Hak Chul Jang, Jae-Young Lim, Se-Woong Chun, Seung-Kyu Lim

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Low Back Pain; Musculoskeletal pain; Exercise; Muscle, Skeletal; Mortality

Online: 11 January 2024 (10:26:07 CET)

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Background and objectives: Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain significantly impacts physical activity and quality of life in the elderly, potentially influencing mortality. This study explored the relationship between MSK pain, physical activity, muscle mass, and mortality among older adults. Material and Methods: We studied 1000 participants of the Korean Longitudinal Study on Health and Aging (KLoSHA), a prospective, population-based cohort study of people aged 65 years or older. Survival status was tracked over a 5-year period. Correlations between Low back pain (LBP), knee pain, regular exercise, appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM), and other variables were analyzed. Logistic regression analyzes were used to identify independent risk factors for mortality. Results: Of the total participants, 829 (82.9%) survived after a 5-year period. Survivors tended to be younger, had a higher BMI, and were more active in regular exercise. In contrast, non-survivors exhibited a higher prevalence of both LBP and knee pain, along with increased instances of multiple MSK pain. Lower ASM correlated moderately with LBP and knee pain, whereas higher ASM was associated with regular exercise Lower ASM was moderately associated with LBP and knee pain, while higher ASM correlated with engagement in regular exercise. There was a moderate correlation between LBP and knee pain, both of which were associated with a lack of regular exercise. Age, sex, ASM, and regular exercise were significant predictors, even though MSK pain itself did not directly predict all-cause mortality. Conclusions: This study demonstrated the independent association between ASM, regular exercise, and mortality. Although MSK pain did not directly correlate with all-cause mortality, the non-survivor group had higher levels of both single and multiple MSK pain. Recognizing the interplay of MSK pain, physical activity, and muscle mass for older adults, the research underscores the need for holistic strategies to enhance health outcomes in older individuals with MSK pain.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.1110.v1

European Fittnes Badge – an Useful Instrument to Assess Health-Related Fitness and Mediation Effect of Physical Tests in Relation between Sex/Age and Body Condition on a Romanian Students Sample

Viorel Petru Ardelean, Vasile Liviu Andrei, Corina Dulceanu, Claudiu Bulzan, Narcis Julien Herlo, Vlad Adrian Geantă, Rodica Dan, Călin Popa, Iosif Ilia, Vlad Teodor Grosu, Gina Gogean Groza, Vasile Emil Ursu

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: physical status, health, students, fitness, sedentary life, mediation, lockdown

Online: 15 January 2024 (13:32:24 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202305.1704.v1

Active Device for Shoulder Rehabilitation Based on Force Control

Isabel M. Alguacil-Diego, Alicia Cuesta-Gómez, David Pont-Esteban, Juan Carrillo-Rios, Paul Espinosa-Peralta, Miguel Ángel Sánchez-Urán, Manuel Ferré

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Force control; haptic; upper limb; rehabilitation; shoulder movements; medical rehabilitation

Online: 24 May 2023 (05:33:21 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.2138.v1

Cardiac Autonomic Function and Functional Capacity in Post-COVID-19 Individuals with Systemic Arterial Hypertension

Edelvita Fernanda Duarte Cunha, Matheus Sobral Silveira, Juliana Cristina Milan-Mattos, Heitor Fernandes Silveira Cavalini, Ádrya Aryelle Ferreira, Joice de Souza Batista, Lara Cazé Uzumak, João Paulo Coelho Guimarães, Pedro Igor Lustosa Roriz, Fabianne Maisa de Novaes Assis Dantas, Arto J. Hautala, Raphael Martins De Abreu, Aparecida Maria Catai, Paulo Adriano Schwingel, Victor Ribeiro Neves

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: hypertension; SARS-CoV-2; post-COVID conditions; physical functional performance; autonomic nervous system diseases; heart rate control.

Online: 31 August 2023 (09:55:39 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202309.1493.v1

The Effect of Schroth Best Practice Exercises and Cheneau Brace Treatment on Perceptual and Cognitive Asymmetry in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Burçin Akçay, Gonca İnanç

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: adolescent idiopathic scoliosis; brace; exercise; Dichotic Listening Paradigm

Online: 22 September 2023 (10:56:55 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.0507.v1

StartXFit – Nine Months of CrossFit® Intervention Enhance Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Well-Being in CrossFit Beginners

Jennifer Schlie, Tom Brandt, Annette Schmidt

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: CrossFit; functional fitness training; group training; cardiorespiratory fitness; VO2max; well-being; body composition; sitting hours

Online: 8 August 2023 (05:27:42 CEST)

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Preprint BRIEF REPORT | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.0854.v1

Correlation Analysis between Core Stability Levels and Sports Performance in the Aerial Phase of Taekwondo Wing Kicks

Lihao Guan, Kai Li, Han Li, Youngsuk Kim, Sukwon Kim

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: Taekwondo, Sahrmann Core Stability Test, Execution time , Angular momentum , Muscle activation, kicking performance

Online: 11 January 2024 (10:05:52 CET)

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To win a taekwondo competition, more points must be scored, and the key to scoring points is to improve the motor performance of the kick. The wing kick is an offensive and defensive maneuver. Core stability appears to be important for improving athletic performance, but the specific relationship and effect of core stability on athletic performance in the aerial phase of taekwondo is unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between core stability and athletic performance in taekwondo in order to provide appropriate theoretical support for training and to help coaches and athletes to improve athletic performance. A total of 16 subjects (height: 167.34±9.2 cm; weight: 61±8.96 kg; age: 24.7±3.25 years) were studied. Data were captured using 13 infrared cameras at 120Hz, kinematic and kinetic data were captured using a motivated motion capture system, and the data were exported to Visual3D in order to calculate the execution time of the aerial phase, the angular momentum of the left lower extremity, and MVC analysis of the EMG using EMG works. The core stability level of the subjects were measured using the Sahrmann Core Stability Test (SCST) to correlate with the other data, and then the subjects were grouped according to their core stability levels and the data from both groups were analyzed with t-tests. Results During the double fly lifting of aerial segments, SCST levels showed a very strong negative correlation with execution time (r= -0.739) and there was a statistically significant difference in execution time between high and low SCST levels (p < 0.001), and the desired negative correlation was also seen in lower limb angular momentum X-axis (thigh r= -0.6294, shank r= -0.536, foot r= -0.6175), especially in the X-axis. The left rectus femoris (LRF) data had greater activation in the low SCST group(p=0.0019*). Through this experiment, we found that athletes with high core stability had faster execution times, lower angular momentum, and higher core muscle activation. Therefore, we conclude that incorporating core stability training into taekwondo training has the potential to improve kicking performance.

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