Transverse vs. Longitudinal Skin Incision in Surgery for De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Study Overview De Quervain’s tenosynovitis causes pain and swelling near the wrist. When non-surgical treatments fail, surgery is often needed. This study compared two surgical techniques: transverse and longitudinal skin incisions, focusing on scars, pain, and recovery. Methodology Seventy patients were randomly assigned to…
Controlling Resting Heart Rate in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Coronary Heart Disease Study Overview Current guidelines suggest keeping the resting heart rate below 100-110 beats per minute (bpm) for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). However, there is little research on treating patients with both atrial fibrillation and coronary heart disease (AF&CHD). Key Findings We…
Using Motor Imagery Training to Help Balance in Ataxic Children after Tumor Surgery Study Overview This study looked at how motor imagery training can improve balance and walking in children who had surgery for medulloblastoma. Fifty children, ages seven to nine, with cerebellar ataxia were selected from the Tumor Hospital of Cairo University for this…
Abbreviated or Standard Antiplatelet Therapy After PCI in Diabetic Patients at High Bleeding Risk Study Overview This study examines the effects of abbreviated antiplatelet therapy (APT) compared to standard APT in patients with high bleeding risk (HBR) who have diabetes mellitus (DM). The goal is to find out if a shorter treatment duration can reduce…
Avatar Intervention in Virtual Reality for Cannabis Use Disorder Study Overview This study explored a new way to treat cannabis use disorder (CUD) in individuals with severe mental disorders (SMD) using virtual reality (VR). The goal was to see if this method could help reduce cannabis use and improve overall well-being over a year. Why…
Effect of Community Health Education on Mothers in Southern Ethiopia Introduction Increasing mothers’ understanding of obstetric danger signs (ODS) and promoting birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) are vital for improving maternal health services in low-income countries. Health education interventions (HEI) led by women’s groups could be an effective way to achieve this. However, there…
A Blended Learning Course on the Diagnostics of Mental Disorders Overview This study focused on improving how mental disorders are diagnosed through a blended learning course. Accurate diagnoses are crucial for effective patient treatment, and poor diagnoses can lead to serious issues. Study Goals The aim was to develop and assess a blended learning course…
Minimal Changes in Sleep During Overnight Blood Pressure Monitoring Study Overview This study investigated how overnight ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) affects sleep. While ABPM is the best method for checking blood pressure, it might disrupt sleep. Previous research showed mixed results, and this study is unique because it used polysomnography, a more precise sleep…
Population Pharmacokinetic Analysis of Quizartinib in AML Patients Study Overview This study focuses on the pharmacokinetics (PK) of quizartinib and its active metabolite, AC886, in patients with newly diagnosed FLT3-internal-tandem-duplication-positive acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The analysis used data from the Phase 3 QuANTUM-First trial and 12 earlier studies. Key Findings Three-Compartment Model: Quizartinib PK was…
Direct and Gradual Electrical Testicular Shocks Improve Sperm Production in Infertile Men Study Overview About 15% of couples face infertility, with male factors contributing to nearly half of the cases. This often results from issues like low sperm production and sperm dysfunction. In this study, 90 infertile men with various sperm issues participated in a…
Transbronchial Needle Aspiration via Ultrathin Bronchoscope Improves Diagnostic Yield for Peripheral Lung Lesions Study Overview This study investigates how combining ultrathin bronchoscopy with peripheral transbronchial needle aspiration (pTBNA) can enhance the diagnosis of peripheral pulmonary lesions (PPLs). Key Findings Improved Diagnostic Yield: The overall diagnostic yield was 66.3%, with pTBNA contributing an additional 11.9% of…
The Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Vitamin D Supplementation on Women with Breast Cancer in Palestine Study Overview This study highlights the importance of early nutrition for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. It focused on how omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3 supplementation can improve their nutritional status. Methodology A total of 88…
Effect of Postbiotic Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 on Digestive Health Study Overview This study evaluated the impact of heat-treated Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 (HT-ES1) on digestive symptoms in healthy adults. It was a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with 60 participants over 8 weeks, followed by a check-in at week 10. Key Methods Researchers measured: Gastrointestinal…
Assessing Changes in Motor Function and Mobility in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease Study Overview This study looked at how 12 sessions of patient-specific adaptive dynamic cycling (PSADC) compared to non-adaptive cycling (NA) affected motor function and mobility in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). We used advanced sensors to measure changes accurately. Methodology Twenty-three participants with…
Targeted Biofeedback Training to Improve Gait in Stroke Patients Study Overview This study explores how biofeedback (BFB) training can help stroke patients regain their walking ability. BFB training uses specific walking targets to guide rehabilitation. Key Findings Stroke patients often have uneven walking patterns, especially during the stance phase. The study involved 60 participants: 40…
Efficacy of Customized Insoles for Diabetic Foot Pressure Study Overview This study looked at how customized insoles affect foot pressure in patients with diabetic neuropathy. It compared results from patients using the insoles to those using a placebo over three and six months. Key Findings Background: Diabetic neuropathy can be detected early in patients with…
The Application of Directional Preference for Chronic Knee Pain Overview This study focused on chronic knee pain in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners (BJJPs). It evaluated the effectiveness of the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) using Directional Preference (DP) to improve function and reduce pain. Study Details Sixty-five BJJPs with chronic knee pain were…
Immediate Effects of Soft Tissue Mobilization and Percussive Massage on Balance in Young Adults with Pes Planus Study Overview This study looked at how two treatments, IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) and PMT (Percussive Massage Therapy), affect balance in young adults with flat feet (pes planus). Methodology We diagnosed pes planus using the navicular…
Effectiveness of Manual Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Study Overview This study aimed to find out if combining cervical spine manual therapy (CMT) with traditional physical therapy (PT) leads to better outcomes for people with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) compared to using PT alone. Methodology Forty-eight patients diagnosed with CTS were split into two groups:…
Effectiveness of Scapula Mobilization Technique for Cervical Pain Study Overview This study investigates whether scapula mobilization can improve nerve sensitivity in patients with neck pain (cervicalgia). Cervicalgia is localized neck pain caused by nerve root compression, often linked to muscles around the scapula. Methods We recruited 60 adults with cervicalgia and a positive upper limb…