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https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535679/biomimetic-scaffolds-a-novel-approach-to-three-dimensional-cell-culture-techniques-for-potential-implementation-in-tissue-engineering
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REVIEW
Tomasz Górnicki, Jakub Lambrinow, Afsaneh Golkar-Narenji, Krzysztof Data, Dominika Domagała, Julia Niebora, Maryam Farzaneh, Paul Mozdziak, Maciej Zabel, Paweł Antosik, Dorota Bukowska, Kornel Ratajczak, Marzenna Podhorska-Okołów, Piotr Dzięgiel, Bartosz Kempisty
Biomimetic scaffolds imitate native tissue and can take a multidimensional form. They are biocompatible and can influence cellular metabolism, making them attractive bioengineering platforms. The use of biomimetic scaffolds adds complexity to traditional cell cultivation methods. The most commonly used technique involves cultivating cells on a flat surface in a two-dimensional format due to its simplicity. A three-dimensional (3D) format can provide a microenvironment for surrounding cells. There are two main techniques for obtaining 3D structures based on the presence of scaffolding...
March 16, 2024: Nanomaterials
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535436/the-effectiveness-of-external-verbal-feedback-on-balance-in-athletes-with-chronic-ankle-instability
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Konstantinos Parlakidis, Lazaros Alexandors Kontopoulos, Dimitris Mandalidis, Eleftherios Paraskevopoulos, Maria Papandreou, Eleni Kapreli, Anna Christakou
Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is characterized by muscle weakness and impaired neuromuscular control. This study aimed (a) to assess the impact of external verbal feedback on the dynamic balance of athletes with CAI and (b) to examine the maintenance of dynamic balance ability after the end of the completion of the intervention balance program. Thirty athletes (mean age 21.63 ± 1.53) were randomly divided into three groups: an experimental group with external verbal feedback, 1st control group without external verbal feedback and the 2nd control group without balance training and without feedback...
March 21, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535435/disc-degeneration-and-cervical-spine-intervertebral-motion-a-cross-sectional-study-in-patients-with-neck-pain-and-matched-healthy-controls
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jonathan Branney, Alexander Breen, Alister du Rose, Philip Mowlem, Alan Breen
While neck pain can be defined in clinical terms, in most cases the underlying pathophysiology is largely unknown. Regional cervical spine range of motion is often found to be reduced in patients with neck pain compared to persons without pain although it is not clear if the decreased range is cause or effect. Less is known about the role of intervertebral kinematics and how that might be related to the presence of disc degeneration. In this study, the prevalence of intervertebral disc degeneration and continuous cervical intervertebral motion were both measured utilizing quantitative fluoroscopy (QF) in patients with subacute or chronic neck pain ( n = 29) and gender-matched healthy controls ( n = 30)...
March 19, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535434/play-activities-are-associated-with-force-regulation-in-primary-school
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Kyota Koitabashi, An Murase, Jun Yasuda, Takeshi Okamoto
The daily exercise habits and play activities of children are known to have a significant impact on the development of body control. However, previous studies have not adequately explored the correlation between force regulation during submaximal visual effort, exercise, and play experience. This study aimed to examine the correlation between exercise habits and play experience and their impact on the ability to regulate force. This study involved 23 children with an average age of 9.2 ± 1.0 years. The participants were required to match their force exertion during submaximal effort to a varying demand value displayed in a sinusoidal pattern on a screen (controlled force exertion, CFE)...
March 18, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535433/exploring-indicators-for-training-load-control-in-young-swimmers-the-role-of-inspiratory-spirometry-outcomes
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Adrián Feria-Madueño, Nuno Batalha, Germán Monterrubio-Fernández, Jose A Parraca
One of the most important implications of technology in swimming is to control training loads. Lactate control, video-analysis of the technique or the assessment of specific actions, i.e., the vertical jump, have helped to provide load adaptation indicators in swimmers in recent decades. However, these indicators have led to a longer application time, due to their indirect procedure and the need to analyze each variable. The aim of this study was to analyze whether inspiratory spirometry values can serve as a training load control tool in swimmers...
March 18, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535432/assessment-of-the-relationship-between-periodontitis-and-cardiac-parameters-in-patients-with-early-chronic-heart-failure-a-cross-sectional-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Antina Schulze, Stefan Kwast, Christoph Pökel, Martin Busse
Periodontal disease (PD) is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular events. However, its relationship to chronic heart failure (CHF) is unclear. The aim was to compare cardiac and inflammatory parameters in CHF patients with (PG) versus without periodontitis (NPG). The following parameters were recorded in 58 patients: periodontal screening and recording (PSR), troponin T, NT-proBNP, C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), blood pressure, heart rate, ejection fraction (EF), ventricular systolic and diastolic function parameters, incremental test, and three questionnaires (Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener, MEDAS; Oral Health Impact Profile, OHIP-14; Patient Health Questionnaire, PHQ)...
March 18, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535431/the-complexity-of-skeletal-transverse-dimension-from-diagnosis-management-and-treatment-strategies-to-the-application-of-collaborative-cross-cc-mouse-model
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Nezar Watted, Iqbal M Lone, Kareem Midlej, Osayd Zohud, Obaida Awadi, Samir Masarwa, Ali Watted, Eva Paddenberg, Sebastian Krohn, Christian Kirschneck, Peter Proff, Fuad A Iraqi
This study investigates the significance of skeletal transverse dimension (STD) in orthodontic therapy and its impact on occlusal relationships. The primary goal is to enhance understanding and promote the integration of transverse skeletal diagnostics into routine orthodontic assessments. To achieve this aim, the study employs a comprehensive approach, utilizing model analysis, clinical assessments, radiographic measurements, and occlusograms. The initial step involves a meticulous assessment of deficiencies in the maxilla, mainly focusing on transverse dimension issues...
March 14, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535430/effects-of-instability-neuromuscular-training-using-an-inertial-load-of-water-on-the-balance-ability-of-healthy-older-women-a-randomized-clinical-trial
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Shuho Kang, Ilbong Park
The reflexive responses to resist external forces and maintain posture result from the coordination between the vestibular system, muscle, tendon, and joint proprioceptors, and vision. Aging deteriorates these crucial functions, increasing the risk of falls. This study aimed to verify whether a training program with water bags, an Instability Neuromuscular training (INT) using the inertial load of water, could positively impact balance ability and dynamic stability. This study was conducted with twenty-two healthy older women aged ≥ 65 (mean age: 74...
March 13, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535429/translation-adaptation-and-validation-of-the-greek-version-of-the-kerlan-jobe-orthopaedic-clinic-shoulder-and-elbow-score-in-greek-overhead-athletes
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Eleftherios Paraskevopoulos, Anna Christakou, Stefanos Karanasios, Amalia Panagiota Louka, George M Pamboris, Maria Papandreou
Athletes engaging in overhead activities often face injury risks, emphasising the need for reliable assessment tools. This study focused on the translation and psychometric evaluation of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic (KJOC) Shoulder and Elbow Score into Greek (Gr-KJOC) for assessing upper limb function in Greek-speaking overhead athletes. The Gr-KJOC underwent meticulous translation and adaptation processes, ensuring linguistic equivalence and cultural relevance. A sample of 60 athletes participated in the psychometric evaluation, including assessments of internal consistency, test-retest reliability, construct validity, and structural validity...
March 12, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535428/influence-of-an-exercise-specific-face-mask-on-physiological-and-perceptual-responses-to-graded-exercise
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Aidan K Comeau, Kelvin E Jones, Eric C Parent, Michael D Kennedy
The impact of exercise-specific face masks (ESFMs) in aerobically fit individuals on physiological, perceptual, respiratory, and performance responses remains unclear. How ESFMs mitigate exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) is also unknown. Thus, this study aimed to determine how an ESFM altered within-exercise physiological, perceptual, respiratory, and performance responses to graded treadmill exercise. Twenty-four individuals (11 females) completed a discontinuous graded exercise test on a treadmill under two conditions (ESFM and unmasked)...
March 8, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535427/beyond-the-finish-line-examining-the-role-of-children-in-marathon-races-a-narrative-review
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REVIEW
Gerasimos V Grivas
Compared with other sports, running is popular sport for children throughout the world. Over the last few decades, marathon running has become increasingly popular even in the age group below 18 years. While the majority of youth athletes fall within the 16-18 age range, it is noteworthy that there are also participants younger than 12 years engaging in marathon races. Advice on the safety of youth athletes participating in these events is frequently sought by parents, coaches, sport scientists, and medical professionals, particularly concerning potential short- and long-term health consequences...
March 7, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535426/in-season-test-retest-reliability-of-visual-smooth-pursuit-eyeguide-focus-baseline-assessment-in-female-and-male-field-sport-athletes
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Ayrton Walshe, Ed Daly, Alan J Pearce, Lisa Ryan
Sport-related concussions (SRCs) are a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that induces transient symptoms in athletes. These symptoms provide avenues for developing emerging technologies to diagnose SRCs, in particular ocular and vestibular dysfunction. The following study aims to assess the reliability of visual smooth-pursuit technology (EyeGuide Focus) in amateur field-sport athletes. A convenience sample of 30 mixed-gender athletes (mean age = 24.89 ± 6.81 years) completed two testing sessions separated by 2-7 days...
March 4, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535425/an-able-bodied-study-for-potential-usage-of-a-knee-scooter-as-a-constraint-induced-movement-therapy-cimt-gait-training-device
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jaewook Kim, Yekwang Kim, Juhui Moon, Seung-Jong Kim
Post-stroke gait is characterized by slow and asymmetrical hemiparetic gait. This is attributed to the paretic lower limb which has limited plantar propulsion. The most effective method to restore paretic limb function is constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT), which promotes the usage of the paretic limb by restricting the movement of the unafflicted limb. However, due to the necessity of both lower limbs to perform gait, CIMT methods could not be directly applied for gait rehabilitation. In this study, we explore the feasibility of utilizing a knee scooter as a means to facilitate CIMT gait training...
March 4, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535424/cardiorespiratory-performance-in-kidney-and-liver-transplant-recipients-the-dilemma-to-combine-lifestyle-and-fitness
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Giovannino Polara, Alessio Montagnoli, Roberto Palazzo, Melissa Orlandi, Gabriele Mascherini, Marco Corsi, Edoardo Falconi, Laura Stefani
It is widely demonstrated that moderate-intensity exercise is associated with improved fitness in non-communicable chronic diseases. However, there are no specific guidelines available for transplant recipients. Body composition is closely linked to exercise capacity, typically estimated by cardiopulmonary testing, but its potential correlation with cardiovascular health outcomes has not been investigated yet. This study aims to evaluate and compare cardiorespiratory performance and body composition in two groups of liver and kidney transplant recipients...
February 29, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535423/inter-set-foam-rolling-of-the-latissimus-dorsi-acutely-increases-repetitions-in-lat-pull-down-exercise-without-affecting-rpe
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Luca Russo, Sebastiano Riccio, Giulio Zecca, Alin Larion, Riccardo Di Giminiani, Johnny Padulo, Cristian Popa, Gian Mario Migliaccio
Foam rolling is widely used in fitness, sports, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. However, there are limited data available on the effect of foam rolling techniques on the upper limbs. The aim of this investigation is to assess the effects of foam rolling the latissimus dorsi area during the rest period between two consecutive lat pull-down exercise (LPDE) sets. Seventeen resistance training experienced volunteer male subjects (25.8 ± 3.4 years; 180.3 ± 9.0 cm; 79.7 ± 9.9 kg) participated in this research...
February 29, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535422/the-acute-effect-of-dynamic-vs-proprioceptive-neuromuscular-facilitation-stretching-on-sprint-and-jump-performance
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Nor Fazila Abd Malek, Ali Md Nadzalan, Kevin Tan, Abdul Muiz Nor Azmi, Rajkumar Krishnan Vasanthi, Ratko Pavlović, Dana Badau, Adela Badau
Participating in sports has been shown to promote overall wellness and, at the same time, reduce health risks. As more people are participating in sports, competitions have increased, and every aspect of the game has been focused by coaches and athletes in order to improve performance. One of these aspects is the warm-up session. The purpose of this study was to investigate the acute effect of a dynamic warm-up versus a proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) warm-up on the sprint and jump performance of recreationally active men...
February 28, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535421/a-more-comfortable-method-for-hydrostatic-weighing-head-above-water-at-total-lung-capacity
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Erin White, Silas Bergen, Annabelle Berggren, Lillian Brinkman, Brianna Carman, Lucas Crouse, Emma Hoffmann, Sara Twedt
Hydrostatic weighing (HW) requires full submersion with the lungs at residual volume (RV) which is uncomfortable. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to find a more comfortable way to complete HW. A HW system was used to complete three comparisons: comparison 1: change in head position (head above water vs. head below water (HAW vs. HBW)), comparison 2: change in lung volume (total lung capacity (TLC) vs. RV), and comparison 3: change in head and lung volume changes. Participants were separated by males ( n = 64) and females ( n = 58)...
February 28, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535420/functional-recovery-and-regenerative-effects-of-direct-transcutaneous-electrical-nerve-stimulation-in-treatment-of-post-covid-19-guillain-barr%C3%A3-and-acute-transverse-myelitis-overlap-syndrome-a-clinical-case
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Mustafa Al-Zamil, Natalia G Kulikova, Inessa A Minenko, Numman Mansur, Denis M Zalozhnev, Marat B Uzdenov, Alina A Dzhanibekova, Alikhan A Gochiyayev, Natalia A Shnayder
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) has proven effective in treating pain in many experimental and clinical studies. In addition to the analgesic effect, direct TENS of peripheral nerves had anti-inflammatory and regenerative effects in the treatment of distal polyneuropathy and spinal cord injury. This work demonstrates the experience of using direct TENS in the treatment of a 52-year-old patient with post-COVID-19 Guillain-Barré (GBS) and acute transverse myelitis (ATM) overlap syndrome...
February 26, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535419/unveiling-the-chaos-in-postural-control-in-adults-with-achondroplasia
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Inês Alves, Maria António Castro, Sofia Tavares, Orlando Fernandes
BACKGROUND: Achondroplasia is a rare genetic skeletal condition characterized by disproportionate short stature. There is limited evidence on postural control in adults with achondroplasia and how lower limb lengthening (intervention) interacts with body dynamics. This study investigated sway variability during quiet standing in adults with achondroplasia with natural growth (N) and with lower limb lengthening (LL). METHODS: Sixteen adults performed bilateral/unilateral standing tasks...
February 26, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38535418/musculoskeletal-morphology-and-joint-flexibility-associated-functional-characteristics-across-three-time-points-during-the-menstrual-cycle-in-female-contemporary-dancers
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Bárbara Pessali-Marques, Adrian M Burden, Christopher I Morse, Gladys L Onambélé-Pearson
Findings are inconsistent with regards to whether menstrual cycle phase-associated changes in physical functioning exist. It is possible that such discrepancies are due to varying rigour in experimental approaches. The current study aimed to systematically evaluate any effect of carefully tracked menstrual cycle phase on precisely measured muscle structure and function in a physically active group (contemporary dancers). Eleven women aged (M [SD]) 23.5 [2.94] years, undergoing 10.5 [1.73] hours of contemporary dance practice and 6...
February 25, 2024: Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
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