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Can Abdominal Drawing-In Maneuver Using a Pressure Biofeedback Unit Change Muscle Recruitment Pattern During Prone Hip Extension?

This study examined the effects of the abdominal drawing-in (ADI) maneuver using a pressure biofeedback on muscle recruitment pattern of erector spinae and hip extensors and anterior pelvic tilt during hip extension in the prone position. Fourteen able-bodied volunteers, who had no medical history of lower extremity or lumbar spine disease, were recruited for this study. The muscle onset time of erector spinae, gluteus maximus, and medial hamstring and angle of anterior pelvic tilt during hip extension in prone position were measured in two conditions: ADI maneuver condition and non-ADI maneuver condition. Muscle onset time was measured using a surface electromyography (EMG). Kinematic data for angle of anterior pelvic tilt were measured using a motion analysis system. The muscle onset time and angle of anterior pelvic tilt were compared using a paired t-test. The study showed that in ADI maneuver during hip extension in prone position, the muscle onset time for the erector spinae was delayed significantly by a mean of 43.20 ms (SD 43.12), and the onset time for the gluteus maximus preceded significantly by a mean of -4.83 ms (SD 14.10) compared to non-ADI maneuver condition (p<.05). The angle of anterior pelvic tilt was significantly lower in the ADI maneuver condition by a mean of 7.03 degrees (SD 2.59) compared to non-ADI maneuver condition (15.01 degrees) (p<.05). The findings of this study indicated that prone hip extension with the ADI maneuver was an effective method to recruit the gluteus maximus earlier than erector spinae and to decrease anterior pelvic tilting.
Temporal Change of Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer ’ s Disease : The Results of Turquoise Alzheimer ’ s Working Group Alzheimer

Ad dress for Cor res pon den ce/Ya z›fl ma Ad re si: Şevki Şahin MD, Maltepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurology, İstanbul, Turkey Gsm: +90 532 654 77 01 E-mail: drsahin@gmail.com Re cei ved/Ge lifl Ta ri hi: 22.11. 2013 Ac cep ted/Ka bul Ta ri hi: 02.04. 2014 Objective: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the temporal characteristics of the cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). For this reason, the factorial analysis of Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) was used in first visit and six months after. Material and Method: In this multicenter, longitudinal study, the data of 268 (152 mild, 116 moderate) cases obtained from the ‘Turquoise Alzheimer Working Group’ in Turkey, was evaluated. The patients who were diagnosed with probable AD according to the DSM-IV criteria were included in the study. Disability was assessed by means of global deterioration scale. The MMSE, which has 7 components (time orientation, spatial orientation, immediate memory, attention/concentration, delayed recall, language, and constructional praxis) was applied to all patients at the initial visit (baseline) and 6 months after. Results: The baseline evaluation revealed a significant correlation between orientation and attention subscales in the mild AD group. At the second evaluation of mild AD group and at both evaluations of moderate AD group, there were stronger correlations among all subscales. Subscales of time orientation, attention/concentration and immediate memory had higher factor loading in the first evaluation in mild AD group. Subscales of delayed recall and language were more significant in second evaluation. Subscale of spatial orientation was added in moderate AD group in both evaluation periods. Conclusion: Factor analysis of MMSE subscales varied according to the stage and duration of the disease. Generally, disturbances in attention and orientation might be the first findings in AD groups. When assessing AD cases, the properties of subscales in MMSE should be considered. (Turkish Journal of Neurology 2014; 20:41-6)
DEVELOPMENT OF A QUESTIONNAIRE TO MEASURE CO-REGULATED LEARNING STRATEGIES DURING COLLABORATIVE SCIENCE LEARNING

The purpose of this research was to develop a questionnaire that measures students’ self and co-regulated learning processes during science learning. An instrument named Co-regulated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire (CRSLQ) was developed, and its validity and reliability were analysed. Factor analytic evidence from a sample (n=214) of science students indicated that the 21 items CRSLQ consists of four constructs: monitoring, help-seeking and help-giving, efforts regulation, and planning. Cronbach’s Alpha (α) coefficients were calculated for the reliability of CRSLQ scales which ranged from 0.87 to 0.92 and 0.95 for the entire questionnaire. Additional analysis with a second sample (n=40) showed that CRSLQ was an effective instrument for measuring co-regulated learning strategies during collaborative science learning. According to these results, the CRSLQ can be used as a valid and reliable instrument in science education. Key words: collaborative learning, co-regulated learning, efforts regulation, help-seeking and help-giving, monitoring, planning, science learning, self-regulated learning.
Soft antiphase tilt of oxygen octahedra in the hybrid improper multiferroic Ca 3 Mn 1.9 Ti 0.1 O 7

We report a single crystal neutron and x-ray diffraction study of the hybrid improper multiferroic Ca3Mn1.9Ti0. 1O7 (CMTO), a prototypical system where the electric polarization arises from the condensation of two lattice distortion modes.With increasing temperature (T ), the out-of-plane, antiphase tilt of MnO6 decreases in amplitude while the in-plane, in-phase rotation remains robust and experiences abrupt changes across the first-order structural transition. Application of hydrostatic pressure (P) to CMTO at room temperature shows a similar effect. The consistent behavior under both T and P reveals the softness of antiphase tilt and highlights the role of the partially occupied d orbital of the transition-metal ions in determining the stability of the octahedral distortion. Polarized neutron analysis indicates the symmetry-allowed canted ferromagnetic moment is less than the 0.04 {\mu}B/Mn site, despite a substantial out-of-plane tilt of the MnO6 octahedra.
Do bank credit rejection and financial education affect financial self-confidence?

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine empirically the determinants of owner manager financial self-confidence. In particular, it estimates the effect of bank credit rejection and financial education (FE) on the financial self-confidence of business owners. Design/methodology/approach This paper uses data from 2004 and 2008 surveys of 2,500 UK small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). An ordered probit estimation is used to measure and assess the effect of bank credit rejection and FE variables on financial self-confidence for the two periods. The authors also explore potential differences in self-confidence between males and females. Findings The results show that outright bank credit rejection reduces financial self-confidence among owner managers whereas partial bank credit rejection is found to help boost confidence prior to the financial crisis. There is strong evidence that FE increases financial self-confidence. Finally, the authors find no association between gender and reported self-confidence in finance. Research limitations/implications Entrepreneurs and potential entrepreneurs are encouraged to explore financial literacy and knowledge with a view to increasing their financial self-confidence. This will help SMEs to deal with the banks or other finance providers more efficiently. In addition, better application procedures and information on lending criteria may help SMEs to minimize the probability of bank credit rejection. So the current study has implications for professional bodies as well. The study, however, is restricted to sole proprietor and partnership SMEs and in the UK context only. Practical implications Financial self-confidence has a progressive effect on entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial venture growth. The financial self-confidence of owner managers can support their entrepreneurial capability in starting and operating one or more businesses. As entrepreneurs successfully start and operate their own businesses, they are contributing to economic development through job creation, employment and tax contribution. Originality/value This paper makes an original contribution in highlighting the usefulness of FE in boosting financial self-confidence among entrepreneurs and potential entrepreneurs. It is also found that the experience of bank credit rejection reduces entrepreneurs’ financial self-confidence.
Serum P 1 NP measurement for monitoring treatment in osteoporosis – REVIEW future science group

10.2217/17520363.2. 5.495 © 2 Osteoporosis is a generalized, essentially age related, skeletal disorder characterized by fragile bone. It is a major public health problem because of the high cumulative risk of bone fractures in affected populations. Although there is currently no cure for osteoporosis, there are effective treatments that can prevent additional bone loss by inhibiting the degradation of mature bone (antiresorptive therapy) or, ideally, reverse bone loss and thus increase bone density by stimulating the formation of new bone (anabolic therapy). Unfortunately, there is often poor adherence to and persistence with therapy in patients with osteoporosis because of the lack of timely positive reinforcement regarding the beneficial effects of treatment on bone density. Recently, however, substantial evidence has accumulated that a serum biomarker of bone formation, amino pro-peptide of type 1 collagen, can accurately identify those patients who are responding to anabolic or antiresorptive therapy within 3 months of the start of treatment. The use of this biomarker in patients being treated for osteoporosis may significantly improve therapy adherence and clinical outcomes.
The Effect of Rehabilitation in Quality of Life in Women after Mastectomy

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Rein Willemze analysis of 100 cases Prognostic factors in transformed mycosis fungoides : a retrospective

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Stock Returns Predictability and the Adaptive Market Hypothesis: Evidence from India

The present paper evaluates whether the adaptive market hypothesis provides a better description of the behavior of Indian stock market using daily values of Sensex and Nifty, the two major indices of India from January 1991 to April 2013. We employed linear and nonlinear methods to evaluate the hypothesis empirically. The linear tests show a cyclical pattern in linear dependence suggesting that the Indian stock market switched between periods of efficiency and inefficiency. However, the results from nonlinear tests reveal a strong evidence of nonlinearity in returns throughout the sample period with a sign of the taping magnitude of nonlinear dependence in the recent period. The findings suggest that Indian stock market is still in the first stage of AMH and hence calls for an active portfolio management for excess returns.
Firm Growth and Financial Choices in Pennsylvania Firms:An Empirical Study about the Pecking Order Theory

The Wall Street Journal April 28, 2009 reported market concern about sticky leverage. During the credit crunch of 2008, corporate leverage rose at a faster rate than it did at the peak of the economic boom, even as firms worked hard to reduce borrowing. It proved a significant concern for firms where deleveraging should be the top priority. This problem begs the question of how firms make financing choices in the first place. This paper uses Myers’ Pecking Order Theory to examine 250 Pennsylvania companies during the period of 1988 – 2007. Our empirical results support Myers’ Pecking Order Theory. The study provides additional empirical support for the Pecking Order Theory while avoiding potential problems of varying state-level tax and regulatory environments.
Barriers to frontline surgical nurse detection of delirium in the hospitalized older adult

Supervisory Committee Dr. Rita Schreiber, School of Nursing, University of Victoria Supervisor Dr. Debra Sheets, School of Nursing, University of Victoria Departmental Member Many older adults experience complications related to hospitalization. The most prevalent of complications is delirium which often goes undetected and untreated and results in increased morbidity and mortality. Nurses are in an ideal position to detect and manage delirium because of their close patient contact, however delirium remains underrecognized even when using a valid screening tool. This study adopts a qualitative descriptive approach to identify the barriers to nurse detection of delirium. Ten frontline surgical nurses participated in semi-structured interviews from which five major themes emerged through an inductive thematic analysis. Nurses have a knowledge deficit of the features of delirium and find it difficult to access information regarding their patients’ baseline cognitive function. Nurses reported inadequate time with patients that led to a self-perpetuating delirium cycle and furthermore, nurses stated that hyperactive delirium symptoms prevented adequate assessment and care. Nurse-physician communication plays an important role in delirium detection and treatment with both psychological and feminist perspectives offered. Recommendations include improvements in nursing knowledge, management of time and enhancements to current written and verbal communication about delirium.
The First Pillar : The Sole Cerebellar Function

The basic principles of cerebellar function were originally described by Flourens, Cajal, and Marr/Albus/Ito, and they constitute the pillars of what can be considered to be the classic cerebellar doctrine. In their concepts, the main cerebellar function is to control motor behavior, Purkinje cells are the only cortical neuron receiving and integrating inputs from climbing fiber and mossy–parallel fiber pathways, and plastic modification at the parallel fiber synapses onto Purkinje cells constitutes the substrate of motor learning. Yet, because of recent technical advances and new angles of investigation, all pillars of the cerebellar doctrine now face regular reexamination. In this review, after summarizing the classic concepts and recent disputes, we attempt to synthesize an integrated view and propose a revisited version of the cerebellar doctrine.
osion of canine teeth in babirusa ( genus Babyrousa ) osion des canines du babirusa ( genre Babyrousa ) stair

Patterns of wear on the canine teeth were examined in 260 adult male babirusa skulls. Video recordings of 161 adult male babirusas at salt licks in North Sulawesi were viewed for behaviour related to erosion of the canine teeth. Corresponding observations were made of the behaviour of male babirusa in Antwerp and Surabaya Zoos. Most loss of maxillary canine dental tissue was from the ventro-lateral or lateral surface of the tooth, towards its distal end. The teeth were smoothly flattened on a plane approximating to the plane formed on the side of the face by the snout, the zygion and the zygomatic process. Mandibular canine dental erosion was on the medial side of that tooth. Rounded smoothness of both teeth was evident rostrally. Ploughing into mud and face rubbing against young trees accounted for the wear of the teeth. C 2017 Published by Elsevier Masson SAS on behalf of Académie des sciences.
242 Journal of Health and Social Behavior 57 ( 2 ) of depressive symptoms and higher rates of major depressive disorder than men (

The stress process model predicts that current incarceration of a family member should damage the health status of the inmate’s relatives. We address this prediction with data from the National Survey of American Life, focusing exclusively on African American men (n = 1,168). In survey-adjusted generalized linear models, we find that familial incarceration increases psychological distress, but its effect attenuates ostensibly after controlling for other chronic strains. Familial incarceration remains statistically insignificant with the introduction of mastery and family emotional support and their respective interactions with familial incarceration. However, a statistical interaction between familial incarceration and former incarceration reveals that levels of psychological distress are significantly higher among never-incarcerated respondents whose family members are incarcerated but significantly lower among formerly incarcerated respondents whose family members are incarcerated. We conclude that familial incarceration’s influence on black men’s mental health status may be more complex than extant theory predicts.
Assessment of Occupational Harzads and Health Problems among Female Farmers in North-Eastern Nigeria

Farming is the main occupation of the rural people in Northeastern region of Nigeria. It constitutes 60-75% of the population of the area and involves both male and female alike. However, a postharvest aspect of production is mostly handled by women. Thus the female farmers are more exposed to farming occupational hazards than their male counterparts. The aim of the study was to identify the occupational hazard problems encountered by female farmers in Northeastern region of Nigeria. Specifically, to (i) determine the prevalence of injuries and diseases of women farmers; (ii) assess types of treatments available to women farmers; and (iii) assess the protective measures employed in preventing injuries and diseases. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted using a pre-tested questionnaire to collect data. Eight hundred questionnaires were administered. Multistage sample method was used to select the respondents. The results showed that 662 (82.8%) of the female farmers interviewed complained of back pains. Six hundred and twenty-four or (78.0%) of the respondents suffered lacerations from the usage of farm implements such as hoes, axes, sickles, cutlass, and also from grasses and thorns. Insect stings were the third most prevalent diseases and constitute 59.5% of the respondents. Other diseases prevalence were: sunburns, snake bites, fractures, and injuries from falling trees and branches, which constitute 20.6% of the farmers. The respondents got treatments at homes, traditional healers, and hospitals. The use of chemicals was not popular among the respondents, herbicides, (9.8%), pesticides, (13.1%) and insecticides (21.4%). Accordingly, the awareness of the harmful effects of these chemicals was low. Farming activities of the women farmers in northeastern, Nigeria was found to be their means of livelihoods. There is a need to increase agricultural mechanization in order to reduce injuries and pains associated with crude farm tools. Female farmers require more enlightenment on the need of using protective materials for farming activities.
Merced Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of the Cognitive Science Society Title Fatigue of Cognitive Control in the Stroop-Task Permalink

Working on cognitively demanding tasks for a long time leads to a state of mental fatigue, which involves increased distractability, impaired error monitoring, or more generally an impairment of cognitive control processes. The present study indicates that cognitive control can deteriorate already after about 15 minutes. During a Stroop task, a classical measure of inhibitory control, where a high number of congruent trials encourages goal neglect and thus increases working memory load, error rate and the variability of response times increased over the course of 480 trials. These results can be interpreted as indicative of a gradual impairment of cognitive control due to the continuous exertion of cognitive control.
The GAPS programme with HARPS-N at TNG: XVI. Measurement of the Rossiter–McLaughlin effect of transiting planetary systems HAT-P-3, HAT-P-12, HAT-P-22, WASP-39, and WASP-60

We characterised five transiting planetary systems (HAT-P-3, HAT-P-12, HAT-P-22, WASP-39 and WASP-60) and determined their sky-projected planet orbital obliquity through the measurement of the RM effect. We used HARPS-N high-precision radial velocity measurements, gathered during transit events, to measure the RM effect in the target systems and determine the sky-projected angle between the planetary orbital plane and the stellar equator. The characterisation of stellar atmospheric parameters was performed exploiting the HARPS-N spectra, using line equivalent width ratios, and spectral synthesis methods. Photometric parameters of the five transiting exoplanets were re-analysed through 17 new light curves, obtained with an array of medium-class telescopes, and other light curves from the literature. Survey-time-series photometric data were analysed for determining the rotation periods of the five stars and their spin inclination. From the analysis of the RM effect we derived a sky-projected obliquity of 21.2 degree, -54 degree, -2.1 degree, 0 degree and -129 degree for HAT-P-3b, HAT-P-12b, HAT-P-22b, WASP-39b and WASP-60b, respectively. The latter value indicates that WASP-60b is moving on a retrograde orbit. These values represent the first measurements of \lambda for the five exoplanetary systems under study. The stellar activity of HAT-P-22 indicates a rotation period of 28.7 days, which allowed us to estimate the true misalignment angle of HAT-P-22b, \psi=24 degree. The revision of the physical parameters of the five exoplanetary systems returned values that are fully compatible with those existing in the literature. The exception to this is the WASP-60 system, for which, based on higher quality spectroscopic and photometric data, we found a more massive and younger star and a larger and hotter planet.
Relationships Between Yield and Yield Components on Currently Improved Spring Rapeseed Cultivars

This research was conducted in Erzurum in 1991 and 1992 seasons using 14 spring oilseed rape ( Brassica napus ssp. oleifera L.) cultivars in order to investigate the relationships between yield and yield components by correlation and path analyses. Positive values were obtained in both seasons between seed yield and the characters: days to flowering, plant height, number of branch, number of pods per plant, number of seeds per pod, pod diameter, pod length, 1000-seed weight, and oil content. However, seed yield was significantly and positive correlated with only number of pod per plant and 1000-seed weight in both seasons. Relationship between oil content and protein content was negative. Path analysis identified 1000-seed weight as having the greatest effect on seed yield, with number of pods per plant having a large secondary effect.