Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Drugs and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis

Health complications associated with obesity include diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular disease, and associated co-morbidities including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Additionally, NASH has been associated with several drugs. Though steatohepatitis is a rare form of drug induced liver disease, it has generated great interest in the recent past. Oral hypoglycemic agents, lipid lowering agents, antihypertensives, and antiobesity medication underlie a significant proportion of well-recognized hepatotoxicity. While some medications have predictable toxicity, many more are associated with idiosyncratic reactions. The toxic mechanism appears to involve mitochondrial injury, impaired β -oxidation, generation of reactive oxygen species and ATP depletion. If a drug is suspected, it is probably prudent to stop this medication.
Musculoskeletal symptoms, and perceived fatigue and work characteristics in supermarket cashiers

Working in the sitting position is often regarded as a cause for discomfort and pain in the musculoskeletal system. The aim of the present study was to evaluate musculoskeletal symptoms in different body regions in association with the perceived fatigue and work characteristics in supermarket cashiers, who are predominantly working in the sitting position. The subjects were 67 female supermarket cashiers with the mean ( ± SD ) age of 33.5 years, body mass index (BMI) of 23.8 ± 0.4 kg m -2 and the working time of 9.7 hours a day. All subjects completed the standardized Nordic Questionnaire and self-administered questionnaire concerning cashier's work, bio -demographic variables and fatigue. The results of this study indicated that 86.6% of subjects reported experiencing discomfort at least in one body area. Musculoskeletal symptoms in the last 6 months were localized primarily in the lower back and neck regions (67.2% and 53.7%, respectively) and in the last 7 days also in the lower back (44.8%) and equally in the neck and wrist (40.3%). Correlation analysis showed that low back pain (LBP) perceived during the last 7 days was associated with knee pain ( r = 0.44, p < 0.001). Last 6 months LBP was associated with shoulder ( r = 0.35, p < 0.01) and neck pain ( r = 0.43, p < 0.001) during last 6 months. On the other hand, no significant correlation emerged between LBP, fatigue and work characteristics (physical and mental fatigue after workday, rushing and monotony at work). From the cashiers, 80.9% had experienced rushing at work, while the majority of them (89.6%) felt physical fatigue after the workday, and 62.7% reported their work being monotonous. Approximately one-half of the subjects (49.3%) practiced recreational sport in their free time. It was concluded that in supermarket cashiers the highest prevalence rate of discomfort and pain was emerged in low back and neck, and they perceived rushing and monotony at work and physical and mental fatigue after the workday. Recreational sport can be recommended as a preventive activity for avoiding discomfort.
Effect of Different Interset Rest Intervals on Performance of Single and Multijoint Exercises With Near-Maximal Loads

Abstract Senna, GW, Willardson, JM, Scudese, E, Simão, R, Queiroz, C, Avelar, R, and Dantas, EHM. Effect of different interset rest intervals on performance of single and multijoint exercises with near-maximal loads. J Strength Cond Res 30(3): 710–716, 2016—The aim of this study was to investigate the acute effects of different interset rest intervals on performance of single- and multijoint exercises with near-maximal loads. Fifteen trained men (26.40 ± 4.94 years, 79.00 ± 7.10 kg, 176.6 ± 6.06 cm, 11.80 ± 2.47% body fat, and bench press relative strength: 1.26 ± 0.19 kg·kg−1 of body mass) performed eight sessions (2 exercises × 4 interset rest intervals); each consisting of 5 sets with a 3RM load. The exercises tested were the machine chest fly (MCF) for the single-joint exercise and the barbell bench press (BP) for the multi-joint exercise with 1, 2, 3, and 5 minutes of rest between sets. The results indicated that for the MCF, significantly higher total number of repetitions were completed for the 2- (12.60 ± 2.35 reps; p = 0.027), 3- (13.66 ± 1.84 reps; p = 0.001), and 5-minute (12.93 ± 2.25 reps; p = 0.001) vs. the 1-minute (10.33 ± 2.60 reps) protocol. For the BP, a significantly higher total number of repetitions were completed for 3- (11.66 ± 2.79 reps; p = 0.002) and 5-minute (12.93 ± 2.25 reps; p = 0.001) vs. the 1-minute protocol (7.60 ± 3.52 reps). In addition, subjects completed significantly higher total number of repetitions for the 5-minute (12.93 ± 2.25 reps; p = 0.016) vs. 2-minute (9.53 ± 3.11 reps) protocol. Both exercises presented similar and progressive reductions in repetition performance for all rest protocols along the 5 sets, starting as soon as the second set for the shorter 1-minute rest protocol. In conclusion, to maintain the best consistency in repetition performance, rest intervals of 2 minutes between sets are sufficient for the MCF and 3–5 minutes for the BP. Thus, it appears that longer acute recovery time is needed for a multijoint (core) exercise such as the BP vs. a single-joint (assistance) exercise such as the MCF.
Changes in Sprint and Jump Performances After Traditional, Plyometric, and Combined Resistance Training in Male Youth Pre- and Post-Peak Height Velocity

Abstract Lloyd, RS, Radnor, JM, De Ste Croix, MBA, Cronin, JB, and Oliver, JL. Changes in sprint and jump performances after traditional, plyometric, and combined resistance training in male youth pre- and post-peak height velocity. J Strength Cond Res 30(5): 1239–1247, 2016—The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of 6-week training interventions using different modes of resistance (traditional strength, plyometric, and combined training) on sprinting and jumping performances in boys before and after peak height velocity (PHV). Eighty school-aged boys were categorized into 2 maturity groups (pre- or post-PHV) and then randomly assigned to (a) plyometric training, (b) traditional strength training, (c) combined training, or (d) a control group. Experimental groups participated in twice-weekly training programs for 6 weeks. Acceleration, maximal running velocity, squat jump height, and reactive strength index data were collected pre- and postintervention. All training groups made significant gains in measures of sprinting and jumping irrespective of the mode of resistance training and maturity. Plyometric training elicited the greatest gains across all performance variables in pre-PHV children, whereas combined training was the most effective in eliciting change in all performance variables for the post-PHV cohort. Statistical analysis indicated that plyometric training produced greater changes in squat jump and acceleration performances in the pre-PHV group compared with the post-PHV cohort. All other training responses between pre- and post-PHV cohorts were not significant and not clinically meaningful. The study indicates that plyometric training might be more effective in eliciting short-term gains in jumping and sprinting in boys who are pre-PHV, whereas those who are post-PHV may benefit from the additive stimulus of combined training.
Basketball Performance Is Related to Maturity and Relative Age in Elite Adolescent Players

Abstract Torres-Unda, J, Zarrazquin, I, Gravina, L, Zubero, J, Seco, J, Gil, SM, Gil, J, and Irazusta, J. Basketball performance is related to maturity and relative age in elite adolescent players. J Strength Cond Res 30(5): 1325–1332, 2016—During a national championship, the anthropometric, physiological, and maturation characteristics of 13- to 14-year-old players of elite basketball teams and their association with sport performance were analyzed. Body parameters (weight, height, skinfold thicknesses, and lengths) were measured and physiological capacities assessed by sprint (20 m) and jump tests (i.e., countermovement jump with arm swing). Chronological age (CA) and maturity offset (years from age at peak height velocity; YAPHV) were calculated, and then predicted age at peak height velocity, as the difference between CA and YAPHV. Game performance was assessed with point averages and the performance index rating (PIR). The birth-date distribution of players was biased, those born early in the selection year outnumbering those born later. Anthropometric analysis indicated that players who performed better had longer body lengths. Physiological testing showed that semi-finalists had better sprint performance than quarter-finalists and those players with greater jump capacity scored more points. Early maturation and advanced maturity status were also associated with better PIR and scored points per game. Multiple blockwise regression analysis showed that, among the factors analyzed, YAPHV was the best predictor of basketball performance. In conclusion, around puberty, physical and physiological parameters associated with maturity and CA are important in determining the success of elite basketball players. Consequently, boys who are born in the second half of the year and/or late maturing tend to be marginalized or totally excluded, and not given the chance to play under equal conditions; their careers may then be held back by the relative disadvantage associated with inexperience.
Effects of Strength Training on Squat and Sprint Performance in Soccer Players

Abstract Styles, WJ, Matthews, MJ, and Comfort, P. Effects of strength training on squat and sprint performance in soccer players. J Strength Cond Res 30(6): 1534–1539, 2016—Researchers have demonstrated that increases in strength result in increases in athletic performance, although the development of strength is still neglected in some sports. Our aim was to determine whether a simple in-season strength training program would result in increases in maximal squat strength and short sprint performance, in professional soccer players. Professional soccer players (n = 17, age = 18.3 ± 1.2 years, height = 1.79 ± 0.06 m, body mass [BM] = 75.5 ± 6.1 kg) completed 1 repetition maximum (1RM) back squat and sprint tests (5, 10, and 20 m) before and after a 6-week (×2 week) in-season strength training (85–90% 1RM) intervention. Strength training resulted in significant improvements in absolute and relative strength (before = 125.4 ± 13.8 kg, after = 149.3 ± 16.2 kg, p ⩽ 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.62; 1RM/BM before: 1.66 ± 0.24 kg·kg−1, after = 1.96 ± 0.29 kg·kg−1, p ⩽ 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.45; respectively). Similarly, there were small yet significant improvements in sprint performance over 5 m (before = 1.11 ± 0.04 seconds, after = 1.05 ± 0.05 seconds, p ⩽ 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.55), 10 m (before = 1.83 ± 0.05 seconds, after = 1.78 ± 0.05 seconds, p ⩽ 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.45), and 20 m (before = 3.09 ± 0.07 seconds, after = 3.05 ± 0.05 seconds, p ⩽ 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.31). Changes in maximal squat strength seem to be reflected in improvements in short sprint performance highlighting the importance of developing maximal strength to improve short sprint performance. Moreover, this demonstrates that these improvements can be achieved during the competitive season in professional soccer players.
Health Benets of Roadside Healthcare Services

Providing long distance truck drivers with adequate access to prevention, testing, and treatment services for HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Tuberculosis (TB), and Malaria is suggested to be an extremely effective way to reduce the burden and the spread of these diseases. However, truck drivers need to overcome large barriers in order to obtain these services at the traditional healthcare system. To reduce these barriers, several NGOs locate healthcare facilities along the major African trucking routes. Scientific research on the impact of these facilities in terms of health outcomes is lacking. This paper investigates this issue in two steps. First, we analyze how roadside healthcare services can diminish the barriers truck drivers face to access (effective) healthcare. Next, we review scientific literature to investigate the possible health outcomes of diminishing these barriers. Our findings suggest that roadside healthcare services can have a significant health impact by decreasing treatment delay, improving treatment adherence, and decreasing disease transmission.
Effects of Acutely Intermittent Hypoxic Exposure on Running Economy and Physical Performance in Basketball Players

Abstract Kilding, AE, Dobson, BP, and Ikeda, E. Effects of acutely intermittent hypoxic exposure on running economy and physical performance in basketball players. J Strength Cond Res 30(7): 2033–2042, 2016—The aim of this study was to determine the effect of short duration intermittent hypoxic exposure (IHE) on physical performance in basketball players. Using a single-blind placebo-controlled group design, 14 trained basketball players were subjected to 15 days of passive short duration IHE (n = 7), or normoxic control (CON, n = 7), using a biofeedback nitrogen dilution device. A range of physiological, performance, and hematological variables were measured at baseline, and 10 days after IHE. After intervention, the IHE group, relative to the CON group, exhibited improvements in the Yo-Yo intermittent recovery level 1 (+4.8 ± 1.6%; effect size [ES]: 1.0 ± 0.4) and repeated high-intensity exercise test performance (−3.5 ± 1.6%; ES: −0.4 ± 0.2). Changes in hematological parameters were minimal, although soluble transferrin receptor increased after IHE (+9.2 ± 10.1%; ES: 0.3 ± 0.3). Running economy at 11 km·h−1 (−9.0 ± 9.7%; ES: −0.7 ± 0.7) and 13 km·h−1 was improved (−8.2 ± 6.9%; ES: −0.7 ± 0.5), but changes to V[Combining Dot Above]O2peak, HRpeak, and lactate were unclear. In summary, acutely IHE resulted in worthwhile changes in physical performance tests among competitive basketball players. However, physiological measures explaining the performance enhancement were in most part unclear.
Arterial anatomy of anconeus muscle flap

Anconeus is a small muscle located in the elbow region. The muscle flap may be used as a pedicled flap for the reconstruction of defects of the same area. There are very few studies conducted on the flap anatomy of this muscle. In this study 15 formalin fixed cadavers were dissected under 4x loupe magnification. The arterial blood supply was found to be posterior recurrent interosseous artery. The mean diameter of the artery was 0.5 mm at the origin. The diameter was found to be too small for using the flap as a free flap. The localization of the pedicle was defined according to easy surgical landmarks. The mean distance of the origin from interepicondylar line and from the proximal tip of the olecranon was 73 mm and 28.9 mm respectively. The average length of the pedicle of the flap was found to be 8.5 mm. The localization of the point where the pedicle entered the muscle was calculated according to the distance from the interepicondylar line. The distance of the muscle entry point of the artery to the interepicondylar line was 65.2 mm (range 8 – 101 mm). It is concluded that although the pedicle is too small to be used as a free flap its constant anatomy makes the flap an ideal muscle flap for the reconstruction of defects of the elbow region.
Ankle Joint Angle and Lower Leg Musculotendinous Unit Responses to Cryotherapy

Abstract Akehi, K, Long, BC, Warren, AJ, and Goad, CL. Ankle joint angle and lower leg musculotendinous unit responses to cryotherapy. J Strength Cond Res 30(9): 2482–2492, 2016—The use of cold application has been debated for its influence on joint range of motion (ROM) and stiffness. The purpose of this study was to determine whether a 30-minute ice bag application to the plantarflexor muscles or ankle influences passive ankle dorsiflexion ROM and lower leg musculotendinous stiffness (MTS). Thirty-five recreationally active college-aged individuals with no history of lower leg injury 6 months before data collection volunteered. On each testing day, we measured maximum passive ankle dorsiflexion ROM (°) and plantarflexor torque (N·m) on an isokinetic dynamometer to calculate the passive plantarflexor MTS (N·m per degree) at 4 joint angles before, during, and after a treatment. Surface electromyography amplitudes (&mgr;V), and skin surface and ambient air temperature (°C) were also measured. Subjects received an ice bag to the posterior lower leg, ankle joint, or nothing for 30 minutes in different days. Ice bag application to the lower leg and ankle did not influence passive ROM (F (12,396) = 0.67, p = 0.78). Passive torque increased after ice bag application to the lower leg (F (12,396) = 2.21, p = 0.011). Passive MTS at the initial joint angle increased after ice bag application to the lower leg (F (12,396) = 2.14, p = 0.014) but not at the other joint angles (p > 0.05). Surface electromyography amplitudes for gastrocnemius and soleus muscles increased after ice application to the lower leg (F (2,66) = 5.61, p = 0.006; F (12,396) = 3.60, p < 0.001). Ice bag application to the lower leg and ankle joint does not alter passive dorsiflexion ROM but increases passive ankle plantarflexor torque in addition to passive ankle plantarflexor MTS at the initial joint angle.
Tracheobronchial Injuries Caused by Blunt Trauma

Tracheobronchial injuries, once rare complications of blunt trauma to the anterior neck and chest, are becoming more common. Traffic accidents account for most of these injuries. There are several possible mechanisms for airway rupture, the site of which is dictated by the location of the trauma and the points of airway fixation. The vast majority of cervical tracheal injuries occur above the fourth tracheal ring, whereas thoracic tracheal and bronchial lesions tend to occur in the vicinity of the carina. The presence of respiratory distress and signs of air leak, such as subcutaneous emphysema and persistent pneumothorax despite thoracostomy tube drainage, characterize many of these injuries. In some patients, however, the paucity of clinical findings leads to a delay in diagnosis until a late complication, such as lung collapse or suppuration; occurs. Flexible bronchoscopy remains the most valuable tool for diagnosis. Early surgical repair is recommended except for some minor injuries, which can be managed expectantly and with close follow-up. Patients who reach the hospital alive have a good prognosis.
PELATIHAN KOMBINASI CORE STABILITY EXERCISE DAN ANKLE STRATEGY EXERCISE TIDAK LEBIH MENINGKATKAN KESEIMBANGAN STATIS PADA MAHASISWA S1 FISIOTERAPI STIKES ‘AISYIYAH YOGYAKARTA

Motor development in humans will continue to evolve from the womb to adult hood. Daily activities undertaken will increasingly severe and complex in each phase of development. The balance is a major componentin maintaining the posture of the human body to be able to straight and maintain body position. Musculoskeletal system plays an important role in maintaining the balance of the human body. Physical activity can lead to lack optimal anstatic equilibrium. The study wasaimed at Training Combination of Core Stability Exercise and Ankle Strategy Exercisedid not Increas of Core Stability Exercise For Static Balance on Students S1 Physiotherapy Stikes'Aisyiyah Yogyakarta.This study is an experimental study with Randomized Pre and Post Test Control Group Design. Samples in this study were 16 students Stikes'Aisyiyah Yogyakarta which will face semester4 of physical fitness lab and research time for 6 weeks. Divided in to two groups, group-1(core stability exercise) and group-2 (combination of corestability exercises and ankle strategy). Measurement instrument used is functional reach test are measured before treatment(0-session) and after treatment (18-session) on each subject. The result savailable in this study descriptive data samplein both groups; age20-22years, male gender and female, height 149-170 cm and weigh37-78kg. The results test stated static balance data group-1 p = 0,000 and group-2 p =0,025. Data before and after treatment 1 group-normal distribution. Then the data before and after the treatment group-2 normal distribution. Based on the compatibility test both variables in both groups, the test of hypothesis using data afte rtreatment. Variable static balance in the two groups using hypothesis independent sampel t-test p value=0,626. The conclusions available p values? >0,05. This value explained Training Combination of Core Stability Exercise and Ankle Strategy Exercise did not Increas Static Balance Of Core Stability Exercise On Students S1 Physiotherapy Stikes'Aisyiyah Yogyakarta.
RPE and Velocity Relationships for the Back Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift in Powerlifters

Abstract Helms, ER, Storey, A, Cross, MR, Browm, SR, Lenetsky, S, Ramsay, H, Dillen, C, and Zourdos, MC. RPE and velocity relationships for the back squat, bench press, and deadlift in powerlifters. J Strength Cond Res 31(2): 292–297, 2017—The purpose of this study was to compare average concentric velocity (ACV) and rating of perceived exertion (RPE) based on repetitions in reserve on the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Fifteen powerlifters (3 women and 12 men, mean age 28.4 ± 8.5 years) worked up to a one repetition maximum (1RM) on each lift. Rating of perceived exertion was recorded on all sets, and the ACV was recorded for all sets performed at 80% of estimated 1RM and higher, up to 1RM. Rating of perceived exertion at 1RM on squat, bench press, and deadlift was 9.6 ± 0.5, 9.7 ± 0.4, and 9.6 ± 0.5, respectively and was not significantly different (p > 0.05). The ACV at 1RM on squat, bench press and deadlift was 0.23 ± 0.05, 0.10 ± 0.04, and 0.14 ± 0.05 m·second−1, respectively. Squat was faster than both bench press and deadlift (p > 0.001), and deadlift was faster than bench press (p = 0.05). Very strong relationships (r = 0.88–0.91) between percentage 1RM and RPE were observed on each lift. The ACV showed strong (r = −0.79 to −0.87) and very strong (r = −0.90 to 92) inverse relationships with RPE and percentage 1RM on each lift, respectively. We conclude that RPE may be a useful tool for prescribing intensity for squat, bench press, and deadlift in powerlifters, in addition to traditional methods such as percentage of 1RM. Despite high correlations between percentage 1RM and ACV, a “velocity load profile” should be developed to prescribe intensity on an individual basis with appropriate accuracy.