bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DUETOS LIBRAS-PORTUGUÊS E AS MÚLTIPLAS LINGUAGENS
Authors: De Aquino Albres Neiva , Mafra Klamt Marilyn , Sutton-Spence Rachel Louise
Published: October 2024

Despite the growing corpus of sign language literature, there is still very little research on artistic-cultural performances of duets. Given that fact, this article describes the production of a poetic duet formed by one deaf and one hearing person. Our theoretical approach is informed by the studies of the Bakhtin Circle (VOLOCHINOV, 2017; BAKHTIN, 2010). Our methodology used the principles of Dialogical Analysis of Language (ADD). The analyzed poem involves two languages and modalities, so the conditions under which audiences watch it vary, depending on whether they know Libras, Portuguese or both languages. We ask, what are the possibilities for understanding for these different audiences? We conclude that the construction of meanings by the different interlocutors depends on linguistic competence, and also on how much the interlocutors know about the theme, the sphere of discourse and how much they can understand of some visual-gestural elements that are part of Libras.
A MATERIALIDADE FÍLMICO-SIGNIFICANTE EM HER
Authors: De Moraes-Salles Ana Cláudia , Maluf-Souza Olimpia
Published: October 2024

O cinema se configura como uma manifestação artística proeminente na atualidade. O filme, seu produto, é constituído pelo entretecimento de diferentes materialidades que – dentre imagens, sons, cores, roteiro – possibilitam movimentos semânticos. Neste trabalho, objetivamos dar visibilidade aos efeitos de sentido produzidos pela materialidade fílmico-significante. Para tanto, elencamos como corpus um recorte cenográfico da ficção científica Her (2013), que será depreendido pela Análise de Discurso francesa de base materialista, preconizada por Pêcheux e ampliada por Orlandi. Nessa área, seus próprios princípios teóricos são já procedimentos, permitindo, mediante a mobilização de seu aparato, a compreensão analítica do recorte enquanto “discurso”, definido como “efeito de sentidos entre locutores” (ORLANDI, 2012). Na cena analisada, pudemos compreender o funcionamento da materialidade fílmico-significante na relação entre homem e tecnologia, percebendo como a corporeidade do humano e a (des)corporeidade da máquina são significados em tela, metaforizando a falta inexorável ao sujeito, movido pelo desejo, e ao simbólico.
SUBJETIVAÇÃO, RESISTÊNCIA E CORPO
Authors: André Luís Tose Gomes  , Élcio Aloisio Fragoso
Published: October 2024

This paper intends the proposition of a reading gesture about the bodies in Quebrada Queer, a Rap videoclipe published in 2018 by the first brazilian LGBTQIA+ Rap group. Considering the body as a discursive materiality and understanding the specificity of the audiovisual materiality our analysis intends to think about the effects of sense in the videoclipe based mainly on the concepts of subjectivation, resistance and silencing. Affiliated to the Materialist Discourse Analysis we propose a reading on how the (effects of) sense on the creation of an unprecedented new group in what they aspired to be (the first LGBTQIA+ Rap group) are materialized, but also on the creation of a new place of signification.
“MULHER, FAÇA O QUE FOR NECESSÁRIO PARA SOBREVIVER”
Authors: Da Silva Duarte Amanda , De Moraes Santos Elaine
Published: October 2024

In this paper, we aim to understand the effects of meanings around a publication made by the profile @julianalossioart on Instagram, on July 9, 2020, considering the approach of the page regarding the problematization of pedophilia and abuse against women. For this, as a theoretical-methodological contribution, we mobilize the assumptions of French Discourse Analysis, more in line with Michel Pêcheux's thinking. From the effects of meanings possible by the imbrication between different significant materialities (LAGAZZI, 2017), we understand, by aligning with formulations that produce effects of reactivity and resistance against violence suffered by women, that the problematized statements establish one of the ways how artistic production it has been banned even on digital.
CONTINUIDADES E RUPTURAS
Authors: Barbosa Carlos Eduardo , Grigoletto Evandra
Published: October 2024

This article aims to reflect, from the theoretical-methodological framework of Discourse Analysis, on the figure of the princess. Coming from fairy tales where she’s portrayed as beautiful and defenseless, this figure has been changing: she’s no longer just the hero’s prize. On this context, we take the film Brave as a corpus of analysis, in which we have a rebellious princess who fights against the traditions that are imposed on her, since she wants to follow her own path and choices. With Princess Mérida being the focus of the story, we observe, in our analyses, the suppression of the romantic couple and the opening of territories little explored in Disney films, which produce other paths for a new generation of princesses. Although talking about the social place of a princess, we conclude that Merida is inscribed in a feminist discursive place, producing cracks in the sayings of the royal FD.
RASGADURAS DA IMAGEM CORPO-SUJEITO PARADOXAL E-FEITO ANGÚSTIA DISCURSIVIZADO EM PELES
Authors: Lara Renata Marcelle
Published: October 2024

Through the material intertwining of Pecheudian Discourse Analysis, Psychoanalysis and Hubermanian Image Studies, this article analyses the discursivization of the paradoxical anguish-effected subject-body in the Spanish film Pieles (Skins, 2017) and interrogates how such body (is) signifies(ed) (in) the contradictions of the social that corners them within the (reversed) imaginary play. To do so, the discursive device the artistic as a rend of the image (AUTHOR, 2022) is convened, which (is) materializes(ed) (in) the poetic-political play, rending/fissuring the specular image in the emergence of real subject-bodies.
ESCREVIVÊNCIA
Authors: Pimenta Luciana , Consentino de Araújo Luísa
Published: October 2024

In this text, we weave together the poetics and aesthetics of writing, by Conceição Evaristo, with deconstruction, seeking to identify new bases for the history of rights, based on an art history of African descent. We seek, under the framework of research in Law and Literature, assuming the legacy of Jacques Derrida, to think of the right to joy as an open path for the recognition of other rights.
PASOLINI E O CORPO COMO RESISTÊNCIA
Authors: Elias de Paulo Cristiano
Published: October 2024

The Italian poet and filmmaker, Pier Paolo Pasolini, was a great critic of his time, above all, of the capitalist system that tried to impose on the world a single model of life based on the consumption of goods. Through the so-called mass culture, this system managed to form the popular spirit, transforming everything into merchandise, including the human body. The Enlightenment, “civilized” world also revealed itself to be a world of barbarism, a world that involves and controls bodies and minds. These bodies co-opted by power are bodies without autonomy, without freedom. Pasolinian cinema presents movements that are attempts to distance itself and resist the developmentalism of the present, although this distancing takes place from and in view of the present itself. His films bring strong, brutal, critical scenes, but also small glimpses, dancing scenes, in which the bodies seem to break free of their chains, connecting again with their ancestry.
A ESCRITA DO CORPO E O CORPO DA ESCRITA
Authors: Tiezzi Ricardo , De Thomaz Daniel
Published: October 2024

This article seeks to reflect on the presence of the body in literature, with some reverberations in cinema. In general, we do not ask ourselves about the participation of the body in the creative act of writing. Writing tends to be perceived as a reflexive and even spiritual act, still leaving in the shadows what writing can have of sensorial, organic flow rather than mental matter. In a first moment, we establish the dichotomy between expression via logical thought or via pulsional body in two characters: the musician Johnny, from the short story The Stalker, by Cortázar, and the stray son André, from Raduan's Lavoura Arcaica. These fictional bodies serve us as analogies for the same dichotomy subsumed in the act of writing. Thus, we bring two authors who have thought about this issue: Gilles Deleuze and José Gil. We intend that this article may suggest paths to be explored and, who knows, imagine new forms of writing.
UMA ANÁLISE SOBRE A PRESENÇA/AUSÊNCIA DAS MULHERES
Authors: Alves da Silva Vitorini Rosilene , Vedovato Luciana
Published: October 2024

This article is a clipping of the Master’s thesis research, linked to the Graduate Program, Stricto Sensu, in Society, Culture and Borders, of the State University of Western Paraná, campus Foz do Iguaçu. The central theme permeates the reflections on the visibility/invisibility of women in society based on patriarchal precepts. The study had a qualitative approach, with documentary and bibliographic research. Therefore, this article aims to discuss briefly about the role of women in history, considering the delimitation of time space in the interior of Brazil in the first half of the twentieth century, and the importance of women’s participation in spaces of power and institutionalized political decisions. It is considered relevant in this study to show that although the analyzes are focused on specific historical context, the problems and many challenges faced by women are still visible today, making a timeless systematic.
ENTREVISTA AL DOCTOR VÍCTOR NAVARRO REMESAL SOBRE LA CULTURA DE LOS VIDEOJUEGOS
Authors: Del Aguila Jesús Miguel Delgado
Published: October 2024

Esta entrevista hecha al doctor Víctor Navarro Remesal pretende resolver la interrogante de cuál es la función que ha tenido siempre la cultura de los videojuegos en la sociedad. Para ello, el especialista responderá con conocimientos prácticos de la realidad. Es más, confrontará los teoremas vigentes de los Game Studies, los cuales buscan esa interacción de lo lúdico con lo social.
A RECEPÇÃO DO EFEITO HORRÍFICO
Authors: Guerizoli Kempinska Olga
Published: October 2024

Esse artigo tem como sua hipótese a eficácia do uso da tradição gótica que se debruçava sobre a experiência do horror inerente aos limites do conhecimento humano. Diferentemente da ficção científica afirmativa condizente com as ideologias subjacentes ao conflito da Guerra Fria, o ceticismo estabelece uma relação crítica de para com o discurso supostamente científico, a saber, com a psicanálise, resgatando a herança da representação expressionista e a poética kafkiana. O conceito da pulsão de morte, a projeção dos preconceitos, assim como a agressividade que desqualifica a pesquisa científica contam entre os principais objetos da crítica voltada contra a psicanálise. Indiretamente, surge também a figura da histérica, sendo um dos grandes dramas do sofrimento humano, apreendido pelos sistemas da opressão.
Integrating Whale Optimization Algorithm and Machine Learning for Efficient Traffic Management
Authors: ATR Krishna Priya , A Yazhini
Published: October 2024

In order to protect extra retort teams, building labours, and the common community, road needs managing vehicle and pedestrian to manage traffic flows and offer guidance regarding traffic congestion, municipal or state roadway authorities may also utilize CCTV and other methods of traffic surveillance. One optimization framework is used to provide prompt and dependable decision-making by combining the dependable Whale Optimization Algorithms (WOA) and the quick-running Machine Learning (ML) algorithms. First, a standard WOA algorithm is used as a decision variable, with the network’s total journey time serving as the unbiased role. In order to select the good performing model for additional hyper-tuning, multiple regression models are trained to estimate the overall journey interval in the traffic network under study. Finally, a good performance regression model, the extreme-gradient decision tree (XGBT), and WOA algorithm are clustered into a lone optimization outline.
Exploring the Impact of Transformational Leadership on Employee Motivation and Organizational Performance: A Human Resource Management Perspective
Authors: Gunawan Adriani , Imran Treesje , Febriyanto Weda , Harianto Jakoep Ezra , Agustin Dinni
Published: October 2024

This study explores the impact of transformational leadership on employee motivation and organizational performance from a human resource management perspective. Utilizing a qualitative literature review methodology, the research synthesizes existing studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how transformational leadership practices influence employee motivation, engagement, and overall organizational effectiveness. Transformational leadership, characterized by its focus on inspiring and motivating employees through vision, support, and empowerment, has been widely recognized for its positive effects on employee attitudes and behaviors. The literature review reveals that transformational leaders enhance employee motivation by fostering a supportive work environment, encouraging innovation, and promoting professional development. Additionally, the review highlights that organizations led by transformational leaders often experience improved performance outcomes, including higher productivity, increased job satisfaction, and reduced turnover rates. However, the findings also indicate that the effectiveness of transformational leadership may vary depending on contextual factors such as organizational culture, industry, and employee demographics. This study contributes to the field of human resource management by offering practical insights into the benefits and challenges of implementing transformational leadership in diverse organizational settings. The implications of these findings suggest that HR professionals should consider adopting transformational leadership development programs to enhance employee motivation and drive organizational success.
Cotton in the Indo-Pacific: Historical Origins, Linguistic Diffusion, and Socioeconomic Impacts
Authors: Generalao Romualdo , Pandan Mark Steven
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the historical origins, linguistic diffusion, and socioeconomic impacts of cotton (Gossypium spp.) in the Indo-Pacific region. By reviewing secondary data from historical texts, linguistic databases, and archaeological reports, the research explores how Gossypium species, domesticated in both the Old and New Worlds, spread through complex trade networks and cultural exchanges. The study analyzes the dissemination patterns of cotton-related terminology across various language families and examines the socioeconomic effects of cotton cultivation and trade, including its influence on labor systems, economic structures, and cultural practices. While the findings highlight cotton’s significant role in shaping global markets and cultural inter-actions, the study’s limitations – such as its reliance on secondary sources, a two-month research duration, and a focus on a specific geographical area – warrant cautious interpretation. These constraints may limit the comprehensiveness and depth of the analysis, suggesting the need for future research to incorporate primary data collection, a broader geographical scope, and an extended study period. Despite these limitations, the study contributes to a nuanced understanding of cotton’s historical, economic, and cultural significance, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural practices in contemporary cotton production.
Financial Inclusion, Poverty Reduction, and Economic Growth in Nigeria: An Empirical Study Using SVAR Approach (1980-2020)
Authors: Musa Ibrahim , Salisu Ali , Magaji Sule
Published: October 2024

This study examines the empirical analysis of financial inclusion, poverty reduction and economic growth in Nigeria from 1981 to 2020 using the Structural Vector Auto-Regressive (SVAR) model for analysis, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as dependent variable and Branches of Commercial Banks (CBBA), Automated Teller Machine (ATMAD), Mobile Phone-Based Transactions and Broad Money Supply (MS) as explanatory variables. The findings of the study reveal that the unit root test shows that Real Gross Domestic Product (RGDP), Commercial Bank Branches (CBB), Money Supply (MS) and Poverty Rate (PR) are stationary at first difference. The results also reveal that in Nigeria, availability and access to money have a positive shock impact on RGDP, and CBB also has a favourable shock effect on RGDP in Nigeria. However, the PR has a negative impact on the RGDP. Therefore, the study recommends that the government should increase its efforts to promote financial inclusion and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) should make commercial banks increase not only their branches but also increase the number of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs).
Building Management Information Systems to Coordinate Citywide Afterschool Programs: A Toolkit for Cities
Authors: Kingsley Chris
Published: October 2024

Do you need to build a management information system for your city’s afterschool programming? Get a jump start with this guide.
Engaging Older Youth: Program and City-Level Strategies to Support Sustained Participation in Out-of-School Time
Authors: Deschenes Sarah N. , Arbreton Amy , Little Priscilla M. , Herrera Carla , Grossman Jean Baldwin , Weiss Heather B. , Lee Diana
Published: October 2024

A six-city study identifies the key traits of high-quality teen afterschool programs that attract and retain students.
DEPRESSION IN PERSONS WITH SPIRITIST ENGAGEMENT
Authors: Sales Tiago Medeiros , Mota Rosa Maria Salani , Macena Raimunda Hermelinda Maia
Published: October 2024

Objective: To analyze the factors associated with depression, before and after the COVID-19 pandemic, among people with some Level of Spiritist Engagement (LSE). Method: This is a cross-sectional study that investigated the prevalence of depression in people with LSE, before and during COVID-19. Results: Digital data on sociodemographic profile, mental state, psychological care, and LSE, in addition to the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS), were collected from 848 people with LSE using the snowball sampling technique. Significant results (p<0.05) showed a high prevalence of severe depression in unemployed individuals (16.2%), those in marital crisis (23.2%), alcohol users and/or smokers (28.6%), those with self-inflicted violence (44.1%); those greatly/totally affected by the "lockdown" (21.3%) and those who perceived their emotional health as poor/very poor (53.6%). Before and during COVID-19, psychiatric follow-up was highly prevalent, especially in mild depression (>60%); and people with some LSE were mainly associated with mild depression (>75%). The pandemic did not significantly change the values associated with severe depression, with a low prevalence of high/very high LSE (2.7% before, 5.0% during COVID-19) compared to low LSE (8.2% before, 9.5% during COVID-19) and very low LSE (10.7% before, 9.9% during COVID-19). Conclusion: Regardless of the pandemic, Spiritism was attractive to people with depression and high/very high LSE was less associated with severe depression.
Keywords: Depression. Spiritism. Spirituality. COVID-19.
Desarrollo de Competencias Científicas en el Bachillerato: Un Análisis del Currículo Basado en Competencias
Authors: Meza Villares Edwin Francisco , Moreno Meza Junior Eduardo , Imbaquingo Dagua Judy Mayim , Chamorro Villarreal Cristian Anibal , Pilamunga Llumiguano Laura Cecilia
Published: October 2024

Este artículo presenta el análisis de un curso de Diseño y Desarrollo de Prácticas Científicas en el bachillerato por medio de la metodología de investigación-acción. El análisis parte de la consideración de tres dimensiones de una situación didáctica: los objetivos formativos, la secuencia de las actividades propuestas y el marco de evaluación. La propuesta inicial consistió en un conjunto de actividades relacionadas con la gestión de la información por parte del alumnado. Se consideraron dos aspectos: la bibliografía científica y la realización de búsquedas bibliográficas. El objetivo es formar un criterio de exclusión/refutación sobre la base de la bibliografía científica consultada. La metodología de la realización de un artículo centrará el objetivo y la configuración de actividades y, especialmente, la evaluación. Desde el punto de vista formal, este curso encaja dentro del perfil de currículo basado en competencias. Al tratarse de Desarrollo de Prácticas Científicas, aparecen multitud de ejemplos de investigaciones concretas, aunque hay menos conexiones con los procesos de generación de conocimiento desde una perspectiva más genérica. A pesar de que desde la evaluación no se publiquen explícitamente indicadores y estándares, asumimos el marco implícito de que se pretende obtener un producto final sobre un tema científico relacionado con el objeto de la materia, teniendo en cuenta algunos estándares como la citación y la bibliografía. Sin embargo, ha resultado difícil encontrar en su construcción teórica las fundamentaciones epistemológicas en las que se basaba su organización en 'competencias'.
Међународна академска мобилност у Србији : од идеје покретача модерног друштва до глобализације образовања
Authors: Vasojević A Nena
Published: October 2024

Овако конципирана монографија има за циљ да пружи увид у процес стварања и развој академске мобилности из српског контекста, како би указали на „асиметричну динамику моћи у игри”, која долази као последица глобализације и утиче на интеграцију корисника – студената (стипендиста). Од тридесетих година 19. века, па све до деведесетих година 20. века Србија је имала дугу традицију школовања стипендиста у иностранству, као и страних студената на срп-ским универзитетима, у континуитету од средине 20. века. Међународно школовање стипендиста било је национално координирано са намером да се светски стандарди унесу у друштвени систем Србије и да образовна елита буде покре-тач и креатор модерног друштва. Идеја школовања српских студената у иностранству од стране Владе Републике Срби-је обновљена је 2005. године оснивањем Фонда за младе таленте Републике Србије. Такође, Влада Републике Срби-је је 2010. године усвојила програм у оквиру ког се реали-зује пројекат „Свет у Србији”, који за циљ има школовање страних студената (кандидата) на српским универзитетима. Корисници овог програма долазе из 127 држава, чланица и држава посматрача Покрета несврстаних земаља Африке, Азије, Централне и Јужне Америке. Међутим, данас је Срби-ја атрактивнија дестинација и за међународне студенте који се школују у оквиру различитих билатералних програма, као и за оне студенте који сами сносе трошкове свог школовања. Импликације поменутих налаза јесу и то што је Србија важно регионално чвориште, јер се данас на Универзитетима у Ре-публици Србији бележи велики број (уписаних) међународ-них студената који долазе из земаља региона.
ON DEFINING BRITISH AND AMERICAN NATIONAL

IDENTITY THROUGH HUMOR
Authors: Ghalachyan Armenuhi , Khachaturyan Veronik
Published: October 2024

This article dwells on diverse expressions of humor in British and American cultures. It highlights humor as an important means of interaction between different social groups and reveals their national peculiarities, which are vividly reflected in various expressions of humor.

Over time, both nations have developed their own unique form of humor based on their national identity and historical experience. Humor is a vital means that serves to express positive or negative feelings through language. A humorous view of life is very important. Britain and the USA are two separate cultures with their own characteristics, histories, and mentalities. Both nations use diverse methods of expressing humor.

The purpose of the study is to show the variety of English and American humor. The material for research comprises different examples of American and English jokes on various topics. The relevance of this study is determined by the growing impact of humor as a means of communication and socialization that promotes mutual understanding, tolerance, and hence respect among members of society and different nations. The novelty of the article is the material studied in the paper. In the research, we have employed the methods of data comparison and analysis.
Implant Cost Awareness Among Orthopaedic Surgeons at a Single Academic Institution
Authors: Kleinsmith Rebekah M. , Doxey Stephen A. , Huyke-Hernandez Fernando A. , Larson Ryan , Staub Trevor , Nelson Bradley J. , Cunningham Brian
Published: October 2024

Introduction

Despite the increasing costs of implants, surgeons’ awareness of these costs varies widely. The purpose of this study is to determine baseline awareness of sports-medicine-related implant cost among orthopaedic surgeons.

Methods

A survey including images of 10 different orthopaedic implants related to sports medicine was sent to 18 surgeons. All included surgeons practice in a single ambulatory surgery center and routinely perform sports-medicine-related procedures. Surgeons were asked to estimate the cost of each implant and answer questions about surgeon characteristics. Cost estimates were compared with implant cost found in the institutional charge master database.

Results

Cost estimates varied widely among providers regardless of fellowship training. The average percent error among all providers was 54.3%. Surgeons that rated knowledge of implant cost to be important most or all of the time had an average cost estimate error of 60.7% versus 48.0% error in their counterparts that stated that knowledge of cost was important to them only some of the time, though this did not reach statistical significance. Low-cost implants were more likely to be overestimated while high-cost implants were more often underestimated. Years of experience, sports medicine fellowship training, and involvement in contract negotiations had no effect on implant cost accuracy.

Conclusion

Implant cost awareness is dishearteningly low sports medicine orthopaedists despite the large economic impact of these devices. There is considerable room for improving cost awareness in sports medicine.
Design of a hydrotherapy device to accelerate recovery from muscle fatigue after physical exercise
Authors: Setiawan Donny , Ayubi Novadri , Mukhtarsyaf Fahd
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to create a hydrotherapy device to accelerate recovery after physical exercise. To achieve this goal, the researchers employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach. The study involved two experts with competence in media and material fields. In the initial stage, validation tests were conducted to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the designed device. The experts evaluated the device based on product feasibility, clarity of language, and device design. Following the validation tests, the product's feasibility was further assessed through two stages of trials: small-scale and large-scale. A total of 16 male students aged 21–25 participated in the small-scale trial, while 36 male students in the same age range took part in the large-scale trial. These participants were selected using purposive sampling. The results indicated that expert validity averaged 87%, categorizing it as very feasible. The validity for the small-scale trial was 80%, and for the large-scale trial, it was 84%, both considered very good. In summary, the hydrotherapy device is feasible for accelerating recovery after physical exercise and has the potential to enhance athletic performance. We recommend conducting further investigations to fully evaluate the device’s effectiveness in speeding up recovery.
The effect of physical therapy rehabilitation on fatigue and pain in female patients with fibromyalgia
Authors: Gamal Abdelaziz Nada , Gehan Mahmoud Ramzy  , Lotfy Fayed Hala , Sara M. Ahmed  , Mousa Ahmed Gehan
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to examine the impact of physical therapy rehabilitation program on fatigue, pain and quality of life in female patients with fibromyalgia. It was designed as a single-blinded, randomized, pre and post-test controlled trial. Eighty female patients, aged 25 to 45, diagnosed with fibromyalgia were selected from the Kasr Al Ainy rheumatology outpatient clinic. The participants were allocated into two equal groups using a randomization procedure. Group (A) (control group, n=40) received transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS), moist heat, core muscle retraining, and manual therapy for trigger points, 3 times/week, for 4 weeks. Group (B) (study group, n=40) received the same treatments as Group A, plus aerobic exercises, flexibility exercises, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), 3 times/week, for 4 weeks. Both groups were assessed before and after treatment using the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS) and the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ). Statistically significant improvements were observed in FSS and FIQ scores for both groups post-treatment (p<0.05). When the two groups were compared after therapy, the study group (B) showed significantly greater improvement in FSS and FIQ (p<0.05). These findings suggest that physical therapy rehabilitation can effectively reduce fatigue, pain, and improve the quality of life for women with fibromyalgia.
Superficial back line release versus trigger points release in chronic nonspecific low back pain patients
Authors: Zahran Samah Saad , Atyia Esmail Enas Mohammed , Fiyaz Nadia Abd-Elazim , Ali Mohamed Ahmed Essmat , Ahmed Badr Sara Abd Elsemie , Elkhozamy Hamed Mohammed
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of Superficial back line (SBL) release on pain, Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT), lumbar function, lumbar ROM, and balance in chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP) patients. Additionally, it aims to compare the effect of SBL release versus myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) release on the same variables. This was a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) involving forty-eight male and female patients with CNSLBP. They were randomized via an online randomization web service into 3 groups: group A (n=16) received SBL release and exercises, group B (n=16) received MTrPs release and exercises, while group C (n=16) received exercises only. There were statistically significant improvements in all outcomes post-treatment in comparison to pre-treatment within the three groups (p<0.05). After treatment, significant differences emerged between the groups in pain, PPT, lumbar extension ROM, and left anterior balance (p < 0.05). Group A showed the most favorable results in pain reduction, lumbar extension ROM, and left anterior balance compared to groups B and C, while Group B demonstrated the most favorable results in PPT compared to groups A and C. In conclusion, SBL release and MTrPs release are effective in improving pain, lumbar function, MTrPs PPT, lumbar ROM, and balance in patients with CNSLBP. SBL release is particularly effective for pain, lumbar extension ROM, and left anterior balance, while MTrPs release is most effective for improving PPT.
Analysis of the implementation of the 11th ASEAN Para Games in Indonesia
Authors: Suryani Margareta , Purnama Sapta Kunta , Umar Fadilah , Riyadi Slamet
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to analyze the evaluation of the implementation of the 11th ASEAN Para Games in Indonesia, where there was a transfer of hosts, and Indonesia agreed to organize the event following a 2-year hiatus. The research employed an evaluation method within the qualitative research category. Specifically, the study used the CIPP model for evaluation, with data collected through a questionnaire and observation. The CIPP assessment was conducted both during and at the end of the ASEAN Para Games in Indonesia in 2022. The population of this study comprised all Indonesian athletes who participated in the 2022 ASEAN Para Games in Bengawan, Indonesia. The research subjects included the NPC, KEMENPORA, PELATNAS, and the government, totaling 115 people. Based on the analysis, the 11th ASEAN Para Games in Indonesia in 2022, evaluated using the CIPP method, was successful. Content, input, process, and product evaluations all rated in the moderate category, with scores ranging from 66.7% to 93.3% across competition managers, managers and officials, coaches, athletes, and support personnel, indicating satisfactory performance. Overall, the evaluation results reveal that the implementation of the 11th ASEAN Para Games in Indonesia in 2022 was conducted quite well, adhering to the rules and standards for international sports events.
Transfer of learning theories through recreational activities
Authors: Vargas Vera Ana Elizabeth , Macías Arroyo Franklin Gregorio , Jara Castro María Angélica , Arias Macías Lissette Estefanía
Published: October 2024

Several authors state that the transfer of learning is the final purpose of this process, since the individual is educated for life and the knowledge received must serve him for his performance in his daily life. The purpose of the study was to investigate how instruction was incorporated for learning transfer through recreational activities and to address the extent to which students' perceptions of learning achievements could be transferred for use in future courses and later in life. From a program planning and evaluation perspective, it was also important to determine what types of activities and experiences within the courses were instrumental in helping students develop concepts and skills that will be transferable to life after the course. This research quantifies the frequency and consistency of teaching for transfer events. Student perceptions of learning gains were measured at the end of the course. This research is a case study. Five university students participated in the research.

Varios autores afirman que la transferencia del aprendizaje es el propósito final de dicho proceso, ya que el individuo se educa para la vida y los conocimientos recibidos deben servirle para su desempeño en su vida cotidiana. El propósito del estudio fue investigar cómo se incorporó la enseñanza para la transferencia de aprendizaje mediante actividades recreativas y abordar en qué medida la percepción de los estudiantes sobre los logros del aprendizaje podría transferirse para su uso en cursos futuros y para más adelante en la vida. Desde una perspectiva de planificación y evaluación de programas, también fue importante determinar qué tipos de actividades y experiencias dentro de los cursos fueron fundamentales para ayudar a los estudiantes a desarrollar conceptos y habilidades que serán transferibles a la vida después del curso. Esta investigación cuantifica la frecuencia y consistencia de la enseñanza para eventos de transferencia. Las percepciones de los estudiantes sobre los avances en el aprendizaje se midieron al final del curso. Esta investigación es un estudio de caso. Cinco estudiantes universitarios participaron en la investigación.
Improvements in goal-oriented learning through game activity and its development in motor skills
Authors: Arias Macias Lissette Estefania , Vargas Vera Ana Elizabeth
Published: October 2024

Goal-oriented play activity encourages children to exercise and triggers body muscle movement. Active muscles are stronger, more agile, faster and more powerful. The purpose of this study is to determine that goal-oriented play activity in early childhood improves motor skills. Forty children aged 6 to 7 years were recruited and participated in a set of training activities divided into positions 1 to 5. To pass each pole, a child had to run, walk on a balance beam, swing sticks, throw and catch the ball, and arrange blocks. Training was given three times a week for 12 weeks. The data collected consisted of running 25 m, walking on the balance beam, throwing the ball as far as possible, locomotor movement, organizing cans, and bouncing the ball. Paired t tests and Wilcoxon signed ranks were used for analysis. The results showed that there were significant differences in the motor skills evaluated pre and post training with p < 0.05. The six training activities conducted over 12 weeks provided significant improvements in motor skill areas in children aged 6 to 7 years.

La actividad de juego orientada a objetivos alienta a los niños a hacer ejercicio y desencadena el movimiento de los músculos del cuerpo. Los músculos activos son más fuertes, más ágiles, más rápidos y potentes. El propósito de este estudio es determinar que la actividad de juego orientada a objetivos en la primera infancia mejora las habilidades motoras. Cuarenta niños de 6 a 7 años fueron reclutados y participaron en un conjunto de actividades de capacitación divididas en los puestos 1 a 5. Para pasar cada poste, un niño tenía que correr, caminar sobre una barra de equilibrio, mover palos, lanzar y atrapar la pelota y organizar bloques. El entrenamiento se dio tres veces por semana durante 12 semanas. Los datos recogidos consistieron en correr 25 m, caminar sobre la barra de equilibrio, lanzar la pelota lo más lejos posible, movimiento locomotor, organizar latas y rebotar la pelota. Para el análisis se utilizaron las pruebas t pareada y rangos con signo de Wilcoxon. Los resultados mostraron que hubo diferencias significativas en las habilidades motoras evaluadas pre y post entrenamiento con p < 0,05. Las seis actividades de entrenamiento realizadas durante 12 semanas proporcionaron mejoras significativas en las áreas de habilidades motoras en niños de 6 a 7 años de edad.
Effect of different cranio-cervical positions on abdominal and back muscles activities from different postures: A cross-section study
Authors: Mohamed Saleh Amir , Mohamed Badaway Hassan , Mahgoub Mostafa Mohamed Serag Eldein , Hesham Abouelenein Mohamed
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate whether changing cranio-cervical postures is associated with changes in abdominal and back muscle activities during bridging and plank positions, and to present the importance of cranio-cervical posture control during trunk stabilization exercises. This was a cross-sectional study that included thirty patients (21 men and 9 women), aged between 18 and 30 years, with no history of previous spinal surgery, other severe musculoskeletal disorders, or neurological disorders, selected from Cairo University's Faculty of Physical Therapy. Every patient was requested to adopt a bridging and a plank position. Surface Electromyography (EMG) was used to assess muscular activation patterns by measuring muscle activity amplitudes. EMG signals of rectus abdominus and lumbar erector spinae in different cranio-cervical postures (extension 25°, neutral, and flexion 25°) were compared. The cranio-cervical posture was controlled utilizing a cervical range of motion device (CROM). Cranio-cervical posture was found to significantly influence trunk muscle activities (p=0.001), with cranio-cervical flexion yielding the highest activity in the rectus abdominus in both bridging (p=0.001) and plank positions (p=0.001), while cranio-cervical extension yielded the highest activity in the lumbar erector spinae in both bridging (p=0.001) and plank positions (p=0.017). Cranio-cervical flexion increased rectus abdominus muscle activity during the bridging and plank positions, while cranio-cervical extension improved lumbar erector spinae muscle activity during the bridging and plank positions. Consideration of cranio-cervical posture is suggested when carrying out trunk stabilization exercises.
Effect of treadmill training combined with ankle weight on balance in spastic cerebral palsied children: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Wagdy Eman , Adel Ahmed Angham M. , Mohammed Hassan Manal , Ahmed Kamal Ola , Aziz Marwa A. , Mouhamed Hanady A.
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to examine the impact of treadmill training combined with ankle weights on balance and dorsiflexor muscle strength in children with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy (CP). This clinical, randomized trial included forty boys and girls suffering from spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy, ranging in age from 6 to 9 years old. They were split into two equal groups (control group = 20, study group = 20). Both groups received a program of physiotherapy in addition to treadmill exercise, while the study group also received ankle weights for eight weeks. The Biodex stability system was employed to evaluate stability indices, including the overall stability index (OASI), anteroposterior stability index (APSI), and mediolateral stability index (MLSI). Functional balance was measured using the Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS). A Lafayette manual muscle tester (MMT) was used to record the peak force of ankle dorsiflexor muscle strength for both groups, pre- and post-therapy. Post-therapy results showed a significant decrease in all stability indices at stability levels 8 and 4, and a significant increase was observed in functional balance and ankle dorsiflexor muscle strength in both groups (p<0.05). The study group showed a more significant improvement in all outcome measures after therapy than the control group (p<0.05). The program of physiotherapy, treadmill training, and ankle weights was effective in improving balance and dorsiflexor muscle strength among children with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy, with ankle weights contributing to greater progress.
Effect of pilates exercise versus yoga on primary dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls
Authors: El Nahas Engy M. , Tammam Atia Doaa , Hassan Mai H. , Abd El-Hakim Ahmed Abd El-Moneim , Sae'd Mahmoud Sally Mohamed
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of Pilates exercise versus yoga on primary dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls. The study was designed as a randomized controlled trial and was conducted with adolescent girls at an experimental school in Cairo. Sixty adolescent girls, aged 12 to 16 years, who were all diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea, participated in this study. They were randomly assigned to one of two groups: Group (A) (Pilates exercise) with 30 participants, and Group (B) (Yoga exercise) with 30 participants. Participants were assessed before and after the treatment period. Group (A) performed Pilates exercises for 30 minutes, three days per week, for three months, while Group (B) engaged in yoga exercises for 30 minutes, three days per week, for three months. The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) was used to rate the intensity of pain, and the Verbal Multidimensional Scoring System (VMS) was used to assess the severity of menstrual symptoms. Data analysis was conducted using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The study revealed a statistically significant improvement in VAS and VMS measures following Pilates exercise in Group A (p < 0.05). Similarly, a statistically significant improvement in VAS and VMS measures was observed following yoga exercise in Group B (p < 0.05). Both Pilates and yoga exercises demonstrated a significant impact on managing primary dysmenorrhea. The findings indicate that these mind-body interventions are effective in alleviating the severity of menstrual pain and related symptoms.
The relative importance of morphological, physical and skill requirements for selecting talented U13 football players
Authors: Haroune Dif , Ali Bengoua , Chachou Seddaoui
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to identify the key morphological (anthropometric) measurements, physical characteristics, and skills necessary for selecting young football players in the under-13 age group who have the potential for future excellence. We used a descriptive approach with a survey method, sampling 38 experts in sports training and measurement, focusing on football in the Arab world. A questionnaire with personal information and 37 relevant statements was employed for data collection, analyzed using SPSS. The study results revealed that for morphological requirements, body mass index (BMI) had the highest rating (M = 4.447; SD = 0.601). Among physical requirements, agility scored highest (M = 4.884; SD = 0.619). For skill requirements, ball control had the highest score (M = 4.763; SD = 0.489), followed by dribbling (M = 4.736; SD = 0.554), highlighting their importance for U-13 football players. The study identified several key requirements as highly important for selecting U-13 football players: for morphology, BMI, body fat percentage, body weight, and height; for physical abilities, agility, coordination, explosive power, strength, speed, flexibility, endurance, and motor speed; and for skills, ball control, dribbling, shooting accuracy, ball retention, and passing.
Efficacy of mirror therapy in improving hand function post flexor tendon repair
Authors: Bayoum Mohamed Bayoumi Ibrahim , Nagy Saleh Ahmed Mohamed , Saafan Karim Ibrahim , Elsayeh Shaimaa Mohamed Ahmed
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of mirror therapy (MT) in improving the total active range of motion (AROM) of the affected finger, hand grip strength, and hand function in patients with flexor tendon repair (FTR) in zone II. The study was an open-label, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial. Thirty patients with zone II FTR, aged 20-45 years, were recruited and randomized into two equal groups: the MT group and the sham MT group. The intervention began in the fourth week post-operation, consisting of thirty minutes of MT or sham MT, three sessions per week for four weeks, in addition to the traditional physical therapy (PT) program. The total AROM of the interphalangeal (IP) joints of the affected fingers, hand grip strength, and hand function were assessed. After four weeks of intervention, the percentage change in total AROM was 25.7% in the MT group and 19.93% in the sham MT group. Additionally, hand grip strength and Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire (MHQ) scores showed greater improvement in the MT group compared to the sham MT group (p < 0.05). Adding MT to the traditional PT program may be more effective than the traditional PT program alone in improving the AROM of the interphalangeal (IP) joints of the operated fingers, grip strength, and MHQ scores.
Analysis of the level of information, habits and knowledge of university students about the importance and relationship of physical activity and oral health
Authors: Pavlović Ratko , Janković Svjetlana , Kozina Zhanneta
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to evaluate university students' awareness, habits, and knowledge concerning the relationship between physical activity and oral health as part of overall well-being. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 345 students from the University of East Sarajevo, comprising 132 males (38.26%) and 213 females (61.74%), aged 19 to 27. The survey included 20 closed-ended questions. Results revealed that 77.69% of participants were non-smokers, with every fifth participant reporting physical inactivity and 64.34% engaging in physical activity one to three times a week. A third of the students exercised for over 60 minutes, while 44.05% exercised for 15-45 minutes. Most respondents (53.91%) brushed their teeth twice daily, with 45.51% brushing for 2-3 minutes. Over half (55.36%) were aware of the positive effects of physical activity on both general and oral health. However, 26.96% were unaware that poor oral health could impact physical activity quality. Some students feared dental procedures (18.85%) or did not use supplementary oral hygiene products (10.72%). A smaller percentage (8.40%) would use performance-enhancing drugs, and 50.44% were unaware of their adverse effects on oral and overall health. Additionally, 28.92% did not know the importance of mouthguards in contact sports. While 42% knew that a knocked-out tooth can be reimplanted, only 30.14% knew how to do it. Most (89.28%) recognized the harmful effects of carbonated drinks on health. Over half (59.13%) changed their toothbrush every three months, and 49.86% visited the dentist only when necessary. The study concludes that students at the University of East Sarajevo have a commendable level of knowledge regarding the relationship between physical activity and oral health.