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Effectiveness of Swiss Ball Exercise Compared to Mat Exercise on Pelvic Girdle Pain in Antenatal Women
Authors: Sangeetha Annamalai  , Saravankumar Jayakumar  , Jeslin Godwin Nirmala
Published: January 2024

Background: Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is pain that occurs frequently in the sacroiliac joint (SIJ), which connects thegluteal fold and the posterior iliac crest, and can spread to the hips and thighs. Pubic symphysis discomfort andPGP can either occur simultaneously or separately. The symptoms of pelvic girdle pain (PGP) include pain andimpairment.Purpose: To assess the effectiveness of Swiss ball exercises against mat exercises in alleviating Pelvic Girdlepregnancy-related pain.Materials and Methods: After receiving a thorough description of the study’s objectives, 30 Women were chosenfrom Saveetha Medical College and Hospital based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Oswestry DisabilityIndex 2.0 (ODI) and Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire (PGQ) measurements of pain and disability were utilised asoutcome measures. Subjects were divided randomly into groups Swiss ball exercises (n=15) and Mat exercises(n=15).Results: The statistical evaluation of Swiss ball exercises and mat exercises yields the following results: Wediscovered a substantial decrease in Impairment and discomfort, ODI scores (p=0.0029), and PGQ scores (p=0.0001)in the Swiss ball exercise group.Conclusion: At the end of the study, it shows that Swiss ball exercises can be used to treat individuals who havepelvic girdle pain when pregnant.
Efficacy of Modified Progressive Resistance Training on Knee Strength in Women with Early Onset of Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors: Varshini Y  , Senthilkumar N  , Kumaresan A  , Anitha  , Pavithra  , Muthukumaran
Published: January 2024

Background: The synovial joint capsule, subchondral bone, and joint cartilage are all impacted by the gradualdegenerative condition known as OA. This research work is designed to check the efficacy of modified progressiveresistance training for OA knee patients.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of modified progressive resistance training and conventional treatment onknee strength in early onset knee OA.Materials and Methods: 370 subjects were screened for study from GNK physiotherapy clinic according toinclusion and exclusion criteria from november 2022 to june 2023. Patient’s authorization was acquired afterthe procedure was completely clarified to them. They were divided into two categories: Group A (n=185) andGroup B (n=185). The pre and post-test values measured by WOMAC questionnaire and MMT. Group A receivedconventional treatment that is strengthening and stretching exercises and Group B received modified progressiveresistance training using Thera band along with conventional treatment. Both training programs were given for 4weeks, weekly 5 daysResults: A statistically important distinction <0.0001 between groups A and B was found via statistical analysis ofinformation that was quantitative.Conclusion: Modified progressive resistance training using Thera band of group A were proven to be moresuccessful than group A Traditional therapy.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Trapezius Strengthening Exercise Vs Conventional Physiotherapy on Pain in Patients with Rounded Shoulder
Authors: V Tarun kumar  , N Senthil kumar  , Kumaresan A  , Anitha  , Pavithra  , Muthukumaran  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: Rounded shoulders are a fairly common issue that affects both young and old people. One of themost prevalent musculoskeletal irregularities of the shoulder complex that causes discomfort in the shoulder jointis rounded shoulders. Trapezius muscle plays an important role in scapula movement, while the lower trapeziusis especially crucial for stabilizing this scapula.Purpose: To evaluate effectiveness of trapezius strengthening exercise vs conventional therapy on pain in patientswith rounded shoulders.Materials and Methods: 40 subjects were selected from RENU’S Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre.The studyduration was from October 2022 to July 2023 with procedures and evaluation that lasted 2 weeks. The subjectswere workers and college students who use smartphones, computers, or laptops during work and leisure time.A simple test was used to check the rounded shoulder posture of these 40 subjects to find the rounded shoulderpain.40 individuals were chosen for the Test-Wall Contact.Further, they were divided into two groups of 20 eachaccording to inclusion and exclusion criteria. They were informed about the procedure, and an informed consentform was obtained.Results: Post-test of NPRS scale in trapezius strengthening group mean was 4.35 and post-test mean of combinationgroup with IFT was 2.25 .Conclusion: Combination of stretching and strengthening with interferential therapy is much more effective anduseful for treating complaints of rounded shoulder pain and rounded shoulder posture.
Efficacy of Spinal Extension Exercise and Ergonomic Advice for Non-specific Low Back Pain Among University Population
Authors: Ahamed Latheef  , Vinodhkumar Ramalingam  , Pradeep Balakrishnan  , Shyamala Ganesan
Published: January 2024

Background: College students are required to sit for long periods of time in their classrooms. Prolonged sitting isdefined as sitting for more than 2 hours continuously, students usually sit in classrooms on an average of 6 to 8hours per day. Prolonged sitting has become a major risk factor causing low back pain especially among universitystudents. The recurrence of LBP at old age also increases if the person is found to have LBP at an early stage.Purpose: The objective of this research is to establish the gradual development from functional limitations innon-specific low back pain (NSLBP) among college students after spinal extension exercise and ergonomic advice.Materials and Methods: Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, the subjects were identified. They wereprovided with an explanation of the study. A group of 60 subjects were recruited for this research and divided into3 groups, in which the first group was given spinal extension exercise (n=20), the second group (n=20) was givenergonomic advice and the third group (n=20) was given combination of both the interventions. The Roland-MorrisDisability Questionnaire is a 24-item self-report tool for assessing function. The entire process was performed fromNovember 2022 to April 2023.Result: From statistical analysis, the group that received spinal extension exercise combined with ergonomicadvice has better outcomes. (p=0.001)Conclusion: The spinal extension exercise given along with ergonomic advice is effective in the treatment ofNSLBP for university students.
Comparison of Hand Grip Strength Between Physiotherapy Students and Dental Students
Authors: Neha Lakshmanan  , Senthilkumar S  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

occupations, having a strong grip is a necessary requirement for success. Differences in the nature of the work,the workplace, and the things that professionals handle may be responsible for these behaviors. A good hand gripis highly helpful in a variety of hand-intensive occupations like physiotherapy and dentistry. Musculoskeletaldisorders, especially in the hand and wrist region, are common and have a great impact on work life.Purpose: The need for this study is to evaluate and compare the differences in hand grip strength betweenphysiotherapy and dental students and to see if clinical training for physiotherapy students and dental studentswill have an impact on their hand grip strength.Materials and methods: 100 subjects were selected from Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciencesbased on the selection criteria where 50 subjects were physiotherapy students(interns) and 50 subjects were dentalstudents(interns). The hand grip strength of the subjects was assessed with the help of a hand dynamometer andthe measurements were recorded. The entire study was conducted from November 2022 to March 2023.Result: The results of this study shows that there was a difference between both the groups and that physiotherapystudents have better hand grip when compared to the dental students.Conclusion: The results and the data obtained from this research concluded that grip strength of physiotherapystudents is more than that of dental students.
Effectiveness of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Increasing Strength in Post Surgery Rehabilitation of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Compared with Traditional ACL Rehabilitation Protocol
Authors: Akash M  , Muthukumaran Jothilingam  , Shyamala Ganesan
Published: January 2024

Background: Patients who have anterior cruciate ligament restoration surgery endure a severe loss of strength intheir lower limbs as a result of muscle atrophy and arthrogenic inhibition. A relatively novel method for eitherpreventing muscle atrophy or maybe inducing muscular growth is blood flow restriction (BFR) training.Purpose: The Purpose of the study is to determine effectiveness of blood flow restriction training in post-surgeryrehabilitation of anterior cruciate ligament compared with traditional ACL rehabilitation protocol.Materials and Methods: Total of 50 samples was selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The subjectswere separated as Group A and Group B where group A (n=25) is provided with blood flow restriction trainingand group B (n=25) is provided with strengthening exercise. Results were statistically analysed and tabulated.Result: The study found that there is significant improvement on anterior cruciate ligament surgery in post rehabusing NPRS and Range of motion. The results concluded that the improvement in blood flow restriction trainingwas extremely statistically significant.Conclusion: Blood flow restriction training was found to be more effective than strengthening exercise for thetreatment of post rehabilitation of anterior cruciate ligament surgery.
Effectiveness of Balance Training on Quality of Life among Osteoarthritis Knee
Authors: Dhanushiya Sarangapani  , Kotteeswaran K
Published: January 2024

Background of the Study: Osteoarthritis of knee is defined as a degenerative disorder of muscular and skeletalregion that causes pain, stiffness and increasing loss of function cause decreased Balance and Quality of Life (QoL).Studies has also found that an increased chances of fall risk in patients with OA knee. Balance training impacts theimprovement of functional ability and the quality of life in patients with osteoarthritis knee.Purpose: The main purpose of this study was to evaluate how well balance training affected the quality of life inOA knees.Methods: 30 participants with knee osteoarthritis (OA) who matched certain inclusion requirements participatedin the study. These subjects were randomly selected from two groups: Group A and B. Group A participated inconventional exercises, while Group B received a combination of conventional exercises and balance training. Toassess the impact of the interventions, the Time Up and Go (TUG) test was used to gauge balance, and the subjects’Quality of Life (QoL) was measured using the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC). These measurements were taken before and after the eight-week intervention period. During thestudy, each treatment regimen was administered three times a week for a total of eight weeks. The purpose of thisresearch was likely to evaluate the effects of conventional exercises and balance training on balance and quality oflife in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.Result: At the completion of the intervention session, subjects who had Balance training had statistically betterimprovement of Balance and Quality of Life (QoL) , group B, WOMAC (mean=61.13, SD= 1.59) and p value=0.0001)& TUG (mean=15.20, SD=2.41 and p value=0.0001).Conclusion: The study concluded that the combination of conventional exercise with Balance training showsbetter outcomes in improving quality of life among patients with knee OA.
Effectiveness of Abdominal Hypopressive Technique on Diastasis Recti among Postpartum Women
Authors: Radhika Sekar  , Vinodhkumar Ramalingam  , Jeslin Godwin Nirmala  , Yughdtheswari Muniandy
Published: January 2024

Background: Diastasis recti (DR) is the separation of the abdominis rectus muscles in the central region, alongwith the white linea, in postpartum women. Less attention given towards the management of DR results in furthercomplications such as urinary incontinence, descending reproductive organs, both umbilical and abdominalhernias, low back pain, and pelvic pain.Purpose: The aim of the study is to find the effectiveness of abdominal hypopressive techniques on diastasis rectiin postpartum women.Materials and Methods: A total of 44 participants were recruited from the Department of Obstetrics andGynaecology, SMCH and randomly assigned into 2 groups- Hypopressive exercise group (n = 22) with the meanage of 27.22 ± 1.71 years and conventional abdominal exercise group (n = 22) in with mean age of 26.36 ± 2.25 years.The Digital Vernier caliper and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) version 2.0 were used as outcome measures toassess the inter recti distance and low back pain at baseline and after 8 weeks. Both therapies were administered3 times a week for eight weeks.Results: At the end of the treatment session, both groups showed significant improvement in inter recti distanceand pain, but the participants who underwent hypopressive exercises had statistically (p < 0.05) better results.Conclusion: The study shows that hypopressive exercises can be utilized to treat individuals with diastasis rectiin postpartum women.
Effects of Early Mobilisation on Post Operative Pulmonary Complication in Patients with Open Abdominal Surgery
Authors: Sridharan. B  , Saravan kumar J  , Rekha K  , Preethi G  , Kabilan R
Published: January 2024

Background: Patients undergoing open abdominal surgery are the focus of this research, namely the effect of earlymobilisation on postoperative pulmonary problems. Early mobilization is proposed as a potential intervention toenhance respiratory function and reduce the risk of PPCs.Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of pre-operative mobilisation on the incidence ofpulmonary complications in patients undergoing open abdominal surgery.Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study included 50 subjects who underwent open abdominalsurgery at Saveetha Medical Hospital, SIMTS. Convenient sampling was used to select the participants. Measuresof oxygen saturation (SPO2) and pulmonary function (FEV1) from a spirometer were employed as functionaloutcome indicators. After two weeks, participants were given a post-test to record their progress.Results: Data collected before and after early mobilisation exercise were analysed using a paired t-test. Theexperimental group showed significant improvements in SPO2, FIM, and FEV1 (P<0.0001), indicating highervalues post-intervention. Post-test demonstrated higher statistical significance compared to pre-test.Conclusion: As a result, it was shown that early mobilisation Exercise is beneficial for reducing pulmonarycomplications after surgery.
Effect of Sensory Re-Education with Aerobic Training on Sensation and Balance among Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Patients: A Pilot Study
Authors: Divya T  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Priyadharshini Kumar  , Dhanusia S  , Kumaresan A  , Surya Vishnuram
Published: January 2024

Background: People with diabetes have 10 to 30 times higher risk of lower limb amputation than people without thedisease. 85% of non-traumatic amputations in diabetic patients begin with a foot ulcer. Therefore, early interventionis necessary to control the symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and improve balance. Resistance andaerobic training reduce diabetic symptoms by lowering HbA1C levels. In order to restore functional sensibility,improve adaptive functioning, and improve balance, sensory re-education and aerobics are combined. Therefore,the aim of this study is to find out the effect of Sensory re-education and aerobics on sensation and balance amongdiabetic peripheral neuropathy patients.Purpose: The Purpose of the study is to determine the effects of sensory re-education with aerobic training onsensory perception and balance in Diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients.Material and Method: This study included diabetic individuals of both genders between the ages of 45-60, lowPAR-Q risk scores and Toronto clinical neuropathy scores (TCNS) between 6 and 11. A total of 20 participantswere randomly selected and received sensory re-education with aerobics for six weeks.Results: Individuals with diabetic peripheral neuropathy experienced statistically significant improvement inTCNS from 9.3±1.25 to 4.5± 1.3, in BBS 48.5 ± 2.70 to 41.7±1.41, in TUG 8.12±1.28 to 6.95 ±1.30, with a P value of <0.01.Conclusion: Sensory re-education with aerobic training for 6 weeks of duration reported improvement in sensoryperception and balance among people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients.
Comparison of Effectiveness of Maitland Mobilization and Muscle Energy Technique in Patients with Periarthritis Shoulder Using SPADI and NPRS
Authors: Mouleeswari.B  , Senthil Kumar.S  , Ramana. K  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: Periarthritis shoulder is a shoulder ailment with no recognised cause. It gradually causes theshoulder’s range of motion to be restricted. Between 2% and 3% of the general population suffer from adhesiveshoulder capsulitis, which most frequently develops between the ages of 40-65 years. The region graduallythickens, leading to shoulder stiffness and increase in pain.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of Maitland mobilization and Muscle energy technique in patients withperiarthritis shoulder using SPADI and NPRS.Materials and Methods: Subjects were randomly allocated into two groups. Maitland mobilization group (n =33) and Muscle Energy Technique group (n = 33). The subjects were assessed using SPADI and NPRS for pre andpost-test values. The one group treated with Maitland mobilization (grade 1 and 2) were given to the patientsalong with some exercises. The other group were treated with muscle energy technique along with some exercises.These interventions were given for 4 weeks.The entire process was conducted from November 2022 to April 2023.Result: There was a significant improvement from pre-treatment levels in pain and ROM in Maitland mobilizationgroup compared to muscle energy group.Conclusion: Hence the study concludes that there is a more significant increase in ROM and SPADI score, and asignificant decrease in pain on NPRS by Maitland mobilization as compared with Muscle energy technique
Assessing the Quality of Life with Cardiovascular Training and Pilates for Breast Cancer Survivors
Authors: Garla Kavya  , Vinodhkumar Ramalingam  , Kabilan Rajendiran
Published: January 2024

Introduction: It has been estimated that over 15 million women suffer from breast cancer. Consequently, thereis a lot of interest in physical treatment for breast cancer recovery. This study aims to find the impact of aerobicexercises and Pilates on improving QoL, fatigue, pain and physical fitness in breast cancer patients. The studyis focussed on assessing the quality of life with cardiovascular training versus Pilates exercise for breast cancersurvivors.Methods: Total of 12 participants were chosen from Saveetha hospital (Chennai) and Global Hospital (Madanapalle),by random sampling. They were asked for a written consent form. The patients were randomly divided intotwo groups after completing pre-tests for QoL and FACIT-F. GROUP A received cardiovascular training (aerobicexercise program) alone and GROUP B received a combined program (aerobic exercise and Pilates). After 8 weeksof training with combined exercise and aerobic exercise alone QoL and FACIT-F scores were re-evaluated andpost-test was reported. The collected data were tabulated and analysed. (Study period : September 2022 to June2023).Result: A significant difference in terms of statistics was found between GROUP A and GROUP B as well as withinthe group, based on the statistical examination of the quantitative data.Conclusion: The findings of the present study demonstrate improvements in both Pilates exercise andcardiovascular training among women with breast cancer. However, GROUP B shows an extremely significantimprovement compared to GROUP A.
A Study to Compare the Effect of Interferential Therapy with Ergonomic Changes Versus Core Strengthening Exercise on Low Back Pain Among Desk job workers: An Experimental study
Authors: Nithya.P  , Kumaresan.A  , Preethi G  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Surya Vishnuram  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: Desk job workers are spending 75% of work hours in high levels of sitting and improperposture causing pain over the low back region.1 Physical exercise is recommended for reducing low back pain andit promotes a healthy lifestyle and quality of life for the workers.2Purpose: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of Interferential therapy with ergonomic changes versuscore strengthening exercises on low back pain among desk job workers.Materials and Methods: This was an Experimental study and the subjects were chosen from the KH shoe company,Ranipet. A total of (N=166) subjects participated in this study based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The level ofdisability was assessed by using the Oswestry low back disability questionnaire and range of motion by modifiedSchober test and finger to floor test. The strengthening exercise was received by group B for 30 minutes and restfor 30 seconds. The entire study period was from September 2022 to July 2023.Result: This study showed clinically significant reduction of low back pain using interferential therapy. Hence, bythe conventional criteria, this difference is considered to be statistically significant P<0.0001.Conclusion: This study concluded that comparatively the interferential therapy with core strengthening exercisewas more effective than the Interferential therapy with ergonomic changes.
Comparing High-Load Strength Training with Plantar-Specific Stretch and Manual Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis Pain
Authors: Divya Bharathy R  , Kamalakannan M  , Ramana K  , Anitha A
Published: January 2024

Background: The plantar fascia, a substantial band of tissue running along the bottom of the foot from the heelbone to the toes, is involved in the inflammation and irritation of the condition. One in ten people will experienceplantar fasciitis at some point in their lives, making it a prevalent condition.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of High-load strength training with plantar stretch and manual therapy onpain and functional recovery in subjects with plantar fasciitis.Materials and Methods: Thirty participants were randomly assigned to experimental (High-load strength trainingwith plantar stretch) and conventional (manual therapy) groups. The numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), and footand ankle ability measure (FAAM) were used to evaluate the pre-test. The same test was used to determine posttreatmentvalues after six weeks of treatment.Results: A significant difference was observed between the experimental and control groups (P = <0.0001).High-load strength training and plantar stretching play an important role in patients with plantar fasciitis.Conclusion: The combination of specific plantar stretches and high-load strength-training activities producesignificant functional benefits and rapid reduction of pain.
The Effects of Early Mobilization Protocol on Pre and Post Operative Functional Performance for Individuals with Post Abdominal Surgery
Authors: Muthu Lakshmi T  , Rekha K  , Saravan kumar J  , Kabilan R  , Preethi G  , Yogeshwaran L
Published: January 2024

Background: The post surgical period of abdominal incision was accompanied with respiratory muscle dysfunctionand diminished physical capability. Limited upright mobilisation, exhaustion, and restricted lung abnormalities,among other functional issues, are linked to the early postoperative days. Improving pre-operative levels ofphysical functioning in individuals might be beneficial for post operative outcome.Aim: Aim of the study was to find out on which post-operative day the abdominal surgery participants get to thesame functional status as pre-operative status.Method: 40 Individuals hospitalized for abdominal surgery at Saveetha Medical College and Hospital werechosen for the study based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The selected participants were treated withdiaphragmatic breathing exercise, Incentive spirometry, thoracic expansion exercise, splinted coughing technique,active range of motion exercise for upper extremity and lower extremity for pre-operative abdominal surgeryparticipants. Post operative participants were treated with physiotherapy from POD 1 till the time their functionalstatus become same as the pre-operative status. Six- minute walk test, hospital anxiety and depression scale wereused in this study. Their scores were calculated and analysed.Result: Similar pre-operative mean (365.25±25.92) was attained at POD-7 (350.75±25.46). Day of POD-5, the HADSscore was normal (0 to7) in depression.Conclusion: This study shows the post-operative status is attained back on POD-7 with using 6MWT. Depressionwas relieved at POD-5 with a value of mean and standard deviation in HADS.
The Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy and Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound on Functional Recovery among Experimentally Induced Peripheral Nerve Injury in Wistar Rats
Authors: Dhivya S  , Ramana K  , Prathap Suganthira Babu  , Lavanya Prathap  , Mydhili Govindarasu  , Kumaresan A  , Vignesh Srinivasan
Published: January 2024

Background: A variety of etiological factors that lead to peripheral nerve injury include crushing, traction, longfractures in bones, cutting injuries, entrapment neuropathies, infection, inflammation, and tumours of varyingdegrees. LIPUS has a variety of biological effects on tissues, including speeding up the regeneration of soft tissues,and lowering inflammatory reactions. In LLLT, low-level laser light with a wavelength of 808 nm is employed totrigger a biological reaction.Purpose: The objective of this study was to evaluate the functional recovery of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) andlow-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) treating the sciatic nerve in rats.Methods: Using simple random sampling method and the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 18 rats in total werechosen. A mechanical crush will be performed for 30 seconds using haemostatic forceps. The study’s rats weredivided into 3 groups at random: Group A received ultrasound for 21 days; Group B received laser for 21 days;and Group C received no treatment. The toe spread assay was used to assess functional recovery 3 weeks aftersurgery. Result: All three groups are statistically significant (p<0.005) when analysed using one-way ANOVAduring intervention period (7th, 24th, 21st day) but LLLT & UST has shown better improvement in their functionalindex than the control group.Conclusion: According to the study’s findings, LLLT significantly outperforms LIPUS in improving the functionalrecovery of an experimentally induced rat model.
The Role of Specific Eye Care Exercise Combined with 0-20-20 Vision Rule in Managing Computer Vision Syndrome among Computer Users
Authors: Afreen fathima.  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Kumaresan. A  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Surya Vishnuram  , Dhanusiya  , Priyadharshini. K
Published: January 2024

Background: Digital Eye Strain (DES) has enhanced one of the crucial well-being matters with the expandedutilization of digitalized gadgets with optical revealing. Common digital eye strain manifestations include eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, and neck or shoulder pain, which typically get worse the more video displayterminals (VDT)users use them. Very little investigation has been done to show how digital use affects Indianusers’ physical health, particularly among college undergraduate.Purpose: To find the effect of specific eye care exercise combined with 20-20-20 vision rule in managing computervision syndrome among computer users.Methods: Seventy-four participants were selected for inclusion and exclusion criteria. They were divided intotwo groups: 20-20-20 Vision Rule Group (37) and conventional group (37). The pre and post-test values will bemeasured by computer vision syndrome - questionnaire. Group-A received 20-20-20-vision rule along with eyeexercise and group-B received specific eye exercise. Both programs were given for 2 weeks, weekly 6 days.Results: Using Computer vision syndrome-questionnaire, 20-20-20 vision rule group’s post-test mean was 25.51and whereas conventional group’s was 29.35. This demonstrates that the conventional group received a higherscore of digital eye strain symptom positive than the 20-20-20 vision rule group.Conclusion: Specific eye care exercise combined with 20-20-20 vision rule in managing Digital Eye Strain amongdigital users was found to be more successful than specific eye exercise in reducing manifestation of Digital EyeStrain.
Compare the Effectiveness of Ultrasound Versus Trigger Point Release on Cervicogenic Headache
Authors: Jeevakani. V  , Vinodhkumar Ramalingam  , Ramana Kameswaran
Published: January 2024

Background: Cervicogenic headache is a unilateral, fixed, or side-locked headache that commonly affects adults.The studies had tried therapeutic and hands-on therapy for managing the Cervicogenic headache. The intent ofthis current study is to identify whether ultrasound or trigger point is more effective for Cervicogenic headaches.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of ultrasound versus trigger point release on patients with cervicogenicheadache.Materials and Methods: This experimental study has been conducted from November 2022 to April 2023. 30cervicogenic headache subjects were taken from Shanthi physio clinic selected based on the criteria of inclusionand exclusion. Numerical pain rating scale (NPRS) was used to measure pain and Neck disability index (NDI) wasused to identify head and neck function of the participants. The subjects were divided into Group A (15 Subjects)and Group B (15 Subjects). Group A were treated with Trigger point release with trigger point localization andGroup B were treated with Ultrasound with trigger point localization.The treatments were given for 5 days perweek and continued for 4 weeks.Result: The pretest and post test values were analyzed ,results suggest that trigger point release with trigger pointlocalization has significant improvement when compared with ultrasound with trigger point localization with pvalue <0.001.Conclusion: It is suggested that trigger point release with trigger point localization can be more effective forreducing the pain.
Efficacy of Scapular Strengthening Exercise and Eccentric Forearm Exercise on Functional Recovery in Subjects with Lateral Epicondylitis
Authors: Kirithika G  , Kamalakannan M  , Ramana K  , Anitha A
Published: January 2024

Background: Inflammation of the extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis tendon causes lateral epicondyle discomfort.Patients on the dominant side were more affected than those on the nondominant side. And also proximal muscleweakness or instability places an additional load on the distal joint, leading to distal conditions, such as lateralepicondylitis.Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of scapular strengthening exercise and forearm eccentric exercise onfunctional recovery in subjects with lateral epicondylitis.Materials and Methods: Thirty participants were randomly assigned to experimental (scapular strengtheningwith eccentric exercise) and conventional (eccentric exercise) groups. Pain-rated tennis elbow evaluation (PRTEE),the numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), and grip strength measurement using a hand dynamometer were usedto evaluate the pre-test. The same test was used to determine post-treatment values after five weeks of treatment.Results: A substantial difference was seen between the experimental and control groups (P = 0.0001). Scapularstrengthening and eccentric exercises were effective in patients with lateral epicondylitis.Conclusion: Scapular muscle strengthening and eccentric forearm training are effective in individuals with lateralepicondylitis.
Effectiveness of Maitland Manual Therapy Approach Mobilization with Aerobic Exercise in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain
Authors: Priti Lendghar  , S. Jeya Kumar  , S Senthil Kumar  , Pubali Das
Published: January 2024

Background: Low back pain is the most common type of musculoskeletal pain and various treatments are given totreat it. Mobilization and aerobic exercise has very good effect in relieving pain and disability. This study focusesto evaluate the combined effect of mobilization and aerobic exercise program in patient with chronic LBP.Methods: The study designed used was a pretest and post test experimental study. Samples are taken withconvenient sample method. N=10 with a duration of 12 weeks. Posterioanterior mobilization and high intensityexercises where given and data’s were calculated and the results were obtained by two outcome tools –VAS andOSW questionnaire. the data colected from (12/01/2023 to 10/03/2023) with gardern city university physiotherapyout patient department.Results: The pre test mean value of VAS is 7.1 and the post test mean value is 5.8.The mean difference of pre testand post test value of VAS measurement is 1.9.The pre test mean value of OSW questionnaire is 41% and the posttest mean value is 21%. The mean difference of pre test and post test value of OSW questionnaire is 20%.Conclusion: Maitland mobilization with high intensity aerobic exercise was effective in reducing pain anddisability and also in the improvement of range of motion for low back pain. This study can be used as treatmentprotocol in the field of physiotherapy to treat the patient with chronic low back pain.
Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy and Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound in Sensory Recovery in Experimentally Induced Peripheral Nerve Injury Rat Model
Authors: Hepsibha C R  , Prathap Suganthirababu S  , Lavanya Prathap  , Mydhili Govindarasu  , Kumaresan. A  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Jagatheesan Alagesan
Published: January 2024

Background: Peripheral nerve injuries are known to cause significant functional impairment and diminishedsensory recovery, necessitating the exploration of effective therapeutic interventions.Purpose: The purpose of this research is to find the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and low intensitypulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) sensory recovery in an experimentally induced peripheral nerve injury rat model.Materials and Methods: In this study, 18 adult male wistar rats which are divided into LLLT (n = 6), LIPUS (n = 6),and control (n = 6) groups. All rats underwent a standardized procedure to induce peripheral nerve injury, whilethe control group received sham procedures. Hot-Plate test and Cold-Plate Tests were conducted for pre- andpost-operative evaluation of sensory recovery at POD 7, 14, 21 days.Results: The study’s findings revealed that LLLT exhibited significantly improved sensory recovery compared toLIPUS and control groups on POD 14 and 21, indicating its potential as a promising non-invasive intervention formanaging peripheral nerve injuries (P <0.001).Conclusion: The study recommends that LLLT is more effective when compared with LIPUS in promoting sensoryrecovery and enhancing in a rat model of peripheral nerve injury. Positive outcomes indicate LLLT’s potential asa promising intervention for managing peripheral nerve injuries.
Effect of Peanut Ball Exercise on Fear of Labour among Primigravida Mother
Authors: Praisy Juliet S  , VinodhKumar Ramalingam  , Karthika Ramalingam
Published: January 2024

Background: Fear of giving birth is the primary factor that has reduced the preference for natural birth. Thesudden rise in the percentage of C-sections has harmed women’s pregnancy and new-born health.Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of peanut ball exercise on reducing fear among primigravida mothers.Materials and Methods: Thirty participants were randomly assigned to experimental (peanut ball exercise,antenatal exercise, antenatal education) and conventional (Antenatal exercises) groups. The fear of childbirthquestionnaire (FCQ) was used to evaluate the pre-test the same test used to determine post-treatment values after12 weeks of the treatment.Results: A significant difference was observed between the experimental and control groups (P =0.0001). peanutball exercise and antenatal education were effective in mothers with a fear of childbirth.Conclusion: Peanut ball training is effective in mothers with a fear of childbirth.
Effectiveness of Multidirectional Stepping Training on Balance among Geriatric Population
Authors: Sunethra S  , Priyadharshini Kumar  , Vignesh Srinivasan  , Prathap Suganthirababu  , Kumaresan A  , Jagatheesan Alagesan  , Gok Kandasamy
Published: January 2024

Background: In order to perform an activity that requires an upright posture, balance is a complex process that involves receiving and integrating the sensory inputs as well as planning and carrying out movements. Falls are frequent among elderly people. An example of home based aerobic activity is multidirectional stepping training.Purpose: To find out the effectiveness of multidirectional stepping training on balance among geriatric population.Materials and Methods: From November 2022 to April 2023, 200 participants were recruited from the Sai Chai Physio Centre, with only 82 participants selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria.The subjects were separated into two groups: Group A (n=41) and Group B (n=41).Group A received multidirectional stepping training, whereas Group B received conventional exercise.Both the interventions were given for four weeks, three times a week for 40 minutes.Results: The findings indicated that both the groups showed statistically significant improvement after the interventions in scores of fall efficacy scale and Balance outcome measure for elderly rehabilitation(p<0.005). Multidirectional stepping training showed statistically significant improvement in both the measures.Conclusion: When compared to conventional exercise, multidirectional stepping training is more effective at improving balance.
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Authors: Editorial Assistant
Published: January 2024

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Economic Empowerment Management Mosque-Based Society At At-Takwa Mosque Pemangkat
Authors: Munadi  , Islani  , Deni Irawan
Published: January 2024

This study aims to answer two problems, namely how the strategy of the mosque in the empowerment of the Ummah konomi, how the advantages and disadvantages of the strategy of the mosque in the economic empowerment of the Ummah, and how the results of the strategy of the mosque in the economic empowerment of the Ummah. This research is a field research with qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques using interviews, observations, documentation and literature studies, related to the strategy of the mosque at-Takwa Pemangkat in the economic empowerment of the people. The results showed that the strategy of economic empowerment of the people used by the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque is to use two different empowerment programs, but the two programs are related to each other. Mosque cooperatives explore the potential possessed by pilgrims who want to open a business or add business and strive to develop their business, while LAZIS has a business development program for the poor or needy to empower from the economic side. The advantages of the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque strategy in empowering the people's economy, namely resources, is a very important part in supporting a performance in the implementation of activities that are a good unity of Personnel potential (HR), availability of funds, and infrastructure support that can be utilized in implementing the economic empowerment of the people. Providing convenience for customers who want to borrow funds by providing guarantees in the form of family CARDS, marriage certificates etc. The weakness of the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque strategy is the lack of human resources owned by the mosque so that it is not able to provide training and supervision to pilgrims who are given business capital. The result of the strategy of economic empowerment of the people that the micro-business actors who are given assistance from the mosque make their business more developed and influential on the economic welfare of the family. This book is a template for writers. All the necessary components of the journal such as title, abstract, introduction, and so on have been exemplified here. So it remains only to use it by stacking it. For example, the abstract is typed in a single paragraph of no more than 250 words, which contains the essence of the entire writing regarding the introduction and objectives, methods, research results in brief and conclusions, and follows the format as seen in this section. The entire journal is typed following this template with many pages of 8-12 pages. Abstract written in Indonesian and English.
Adjust operating conditions of an in-made house horizontal hydraulic press for a 90° cold bending process
Authors: Estrada-Pimentel Hugo , Arcos-Gutiérrez Hugo , Betancourt-Cantera José Antonio , Mayen Jan , García-Herrera John Edison
Published: January 2024

During the cold-bending process, the tooling suffers considerable damage due to excess pressure. This also causes the machines to break down, causing problems in the precision and quality of the metal parts formed. The precision depends on the operating conditions of the press, the tooling employed, and the elastic recovery effect of the material. This study determines the working conditions for a made-in-house horizontal hydraulic press through an experimental design (DOE). This research carried out the V-forming to 90° (ISO 2768-1) of a hot-rolled carbon steel plate, considering pressure, piston permanence time, and recovery factor (Kr). The experimental and statistical analysis ensures accurate forming while the work pressure decreases by 17% and 33%, respectively, regarding the maximum. This reduction will delay the appearance of fatigue damage and have the operating parameters well established; in turn, it will be possible to design tools according to commercial standards.
Effectiveness of A Nurse-Led Educational Program On Knowledge of Asthma Based On Global Initiative for Asthma Strategy
Authors: Chukwu Chinenye Chituru Chichi , Ojewole Foluso
Published: January 2024

Asthma is a significant issue in Niger Delta region in Nigeria, especially Rivers State due to side effect of oil exploration. Asthma is generally under- treated resulting in significant burden of disease due to lack of understanding and use of established guidelines and this impacts negatively on the individual, their family, and society as a whole. The study objective is to enhance asthma knowledge among nurses in Rivers State Teaching Hospitals through educational program using adopted GINA guidelinesQuasi-experimental one group pre-post research design was utilized in this study. Self- structure questionnaire developed by researcher was used to collect data before and after the educational program. 52 nurses were purposively selected for this study in collaboration with nurse-leaders in each study setting. 52 questionnaires were administered pre and post educational program and all 52-questionnaire returned yielding 100%. The instrument was validated by supervisor, reliability test using Cronbach's Alpha coefficient yielded 80. Data were analysed using descriptive(percentage) and inferential statistics (paired simple T-test) with use of SPSS version 25. All ethical consideration were strictly adhered to.The findings in this study shows statistically significant improvement in the knowledge of asthma among the participants post educational program with 86.5% (45) of the participants having high level of asthma knowledge against 26.9% (14) of the participants pre -educational program. The summary of paired-sample t-test analysis on the difference in knowledge of asthma before and after nurse led educational program using GINA guideline indicated tcal = 21.00, df = 51, and ttab = 1.96. Since tcal>ttab and P<0.05 indicate significant, hence the null hypothesis which stated that there is no significant difference in knowledge of asthma before and after nurse led educational program using GINA guidelines in Rivers State Teaching Hospitals was rejected. The study concluded that nurse-led educational program using adopted GINA guidelines enhanced nurses’ knowledge of asthma. This implies that with the use of evidence-based guideline, nurses can develop their knowledge, hence enhance their practice of asthma management which will in turn close asthma management gap.
Nuevo Profesional para Nueva Sociedad Perfil del Egresado Basado en Competencias de una Escuela Profesional de Enfermería- Universidad de Tarapoto
Authors: Quintanilla Morales Luz Karen , Taboada Pilco Rocio Yvonne
Published: January 2024

La investigación adopto un enfoque cuantitativo y un diseño no experimental de corte transversal, con el objetivo de determinar el perfil del egresado de enfermería para fundamentar la construcción de un nuevo perfil basado en competencias. Escuela Profesional de Enfermería - Universidad Nacional de San Martín (UNSM). La población estuvo constituida por 234 egresados de enfermería. Cuyo instrumento fue tomado de Bacalla (2016), donde considera las competencias del perfil de egreso en 30 preguntas, los datos fueron procesados con IBM SPSS STATISTICS versión 26. Los resultados evidencian que el 67% de los encuestados manifiestan que el perfil actual del egresado es deficiente, pues los conocimientos y las prácticas casi nunca están acorde a las necesidades de la institución donde se labora, lo que ha justificado la necesidad de generar un nuevo perfil de egresados basado en un enfoque de competencias, el que requiere del compromiso y de la gestión de las autoridades de la institución para su implementación.
Investasi Asing Langsung, Perdagangan Internasional, dan Kualitas Lingkungan di Indonesia
Authors: Hanifah Azimah , Sutrisno Bambang , Hindasah Lela , Riyanti Riyanti , Herliyana Dea
Published: January 2024

This paper investigates the influence of foreign direct investment and international trade on environmental quality in Indonesia from 1990 to 2018. Environmental quality is measured by carbon dioxide emissions. The estimation method employed is autoregressive distributed lag. This study finds that foreign direct investment positively affects carbon dioxide emissions in the short term but has no impact in the long term. International trade positively affects carbon dioxide emissions in the short and long terms. The results recommend policymakers in Indonesia control carbon dioxide emissions from foreign direct investment projects and export and import activities.
Pengaruh Intellectual Capital Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan dengan Corporate Governance Sebagai Variabel Intervening Pada Perusahaan Perbankan
Authors: Dariati Anis Mahmudah , Heriyani Heriyani , Mustika Dama
Published: January 2024

This research covers 36 banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2021-2022 period and focuses on the influence of intellectual capital on corporate performance. The criteria established the sampling method, which resulted show several important findings, which resulted from data analysis carried out using the SEM-PLS method. First, research shows that intellectual capital has a positive influence on corporate governance. Second, there was no significant influence of intellectual capital (VAIC) on corporate governance. Third, there was a positive influence of corporate governance on corporate performance. And fourth, there was no significant influence of intellectual capital on corporate performance through corporate governance.