bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
VARIATIONS OF COLIFORM BACTERIA ISOLATED FROM BALI CATTLE CALVES FECES, MARKETED AT BERINGKIT ANIMAL MARKET
Authors: Bako Egrina Sonta , Mahatmi Hapsari , Sudipa Putu Henrywaesa , Gede Putra Sanjaya
Published: June 2024

Beringkit Animal Market is one of the largest animal markets in Bali. Which is a place for livestock transactions, especially bali cattle calves, which are usually used as breeds. Bali cattle calves need digestive tract microbes such as bacteria to carry out the digestives process. Coliform bacteria are one of the bacteria that play an important role in the digestive tract of bali cattle calves. Coliform bacteria are one of the bacteria that plays an important role in the digestive tract of bali cattle calves. Coliform bacteria which are included in the Enterobacteriaceae group consist of Escherichia coli, Enterobacter sp., Klebsiella sp., and Citrobacter sp. This research aims to determine what variations of Coliform bacteria are found in the feces of bali cattle calves marketed at the Beringkit Animal Market. This research was observational with the number of samples used were 50 fecal samples from 50 bali cattle calves. The samples were isolated on Eosin Methylene Blue Agar (EMBA) media and then tested and identified using the Indole Methyl Voges Proskauer Citrate (IMViC) principles and Blood agar test. The result showed that 82% of samples were positive Coliform. Based on the result, it can be concluded that in the feces of bali cattle calves marketed at the Pasar Hewan Beringkit contain Coliform bacteria consisting of Escherichia coli, Enterobacter sp., Klebsiella sp., and Citrobacter sp. with the highest percentage was Escherichia coli at 58%, followed by Citrobacter sp. at 12% and Enterobacter sp. and klebsiella sp. respectively 6%. It is necessary to count the total number of each bacteria to determine the pathogenicity of the bacteria.
Prevalence and risk factors of needle stick injury among healthcare workers in the emergency department, King Saud Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alejbreen Abdullah , Baw Bara
Published: June 2024

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the risk factors and prevalence of needle stick injuries (NSIs) among healthcare workers (HCWs) working in the emergency department (ED) at King Saud Medical City (KSMC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 194 HCWs in the ED at KSMC. A pre-designed questionnaire was used to collect the data about participants' demographics, work characteristics, previous exposure to NSI, and circumstances related to NSI.
Results: Among the studied 194 HCWs, 45.5% had an age range from 18-30 years, 50.5% were females, 57.7% had a Saudi nationality, 41.2% had a work experience of 5-10 years, and 38.1% were nurses. Of them, 25.8% had previous exposure to NSI and among them, 60% had NSI once, 48% had a superficial injury, 16% had a penetration of gloves, and 84% wore personal protective equipment. The most common device associated with injury was a syringe (32%), 52% received medical attention within 2 hours, and 64% washed the site with soap. NSI was significantly higher among HCWs aged 31-40 years, with a work experience of 5-10 years, and among nurses.
Conclusion: NSIs were frequent among the participants. Hospital managers and health policymakers should develop plans to boost healthcare professionals' adherence to general precautions.
Impact of multimedia on changing students’ knowledge of general selective waste separation
Authors: Rozbicka Aleksandra , Nodzyńska-Moroń Małgorzata
Published: June 2024

In Poland, the obligation to segregate municipal waste into 5 fractions: biowaste, metals and plastics, glass, paper has been widespread since 1 July 2017. The research subject deals with students’ knowledge of general waste segregation and the role of multimedia in changing the approach. The subjects of the research are students - of different years, studying different subjects. The subject of the research is to determine the level of students’ knowledge on general waste segregation and to check whether multimedia will increase knowledge on the given topic. A diagnostic survey using a questionnaire technique was chosen as the research method. The results of the study show that despite the passage of 6 years since the introduction of standardised waste segregation, students have not assimilated knowledge at the level of non-intrusive segregation.
Transformation of the Construction Industry through Smart Construction: Focus on Domestic and International Smart Construction Trends and Applications
Authors:   Korean Association for Housing Policy Studies, Yaung Giyoung
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to identify the current status of smart construction technology, relevant domestic and foreign research, market trends, and practical application. The development direction of domestic smart construction technology is also investigated. For the analysis of the overseas smart construction industry, VOS viewer was used to generate information on the relationship of and trends in overseas smart construction studies through keyword correlation analysis and clustering.
The construction industry is facing various challenges such as the need to improve productivity and the need to address key issues including shortage and aging of specialized workforce, increasing number of old buildings, and changes in the environment. To resolve these issues, the industry is actively introducing smart construction technologies such as BIM, AI, VR, AR, and robots. It is also important to develop smart construction technology as a high-value-added business, especially when the future of the real estate construction industry is taken into account. This can be achieved by taking advantage of the company’s active technological development and the government's supportive policies towards smart construction.
Predictive Modeling of Housing Anxiety Using Explainable Artificial Intelligence: Focusing on Single-Person Households in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, Korea
Authors:   Korean Association for Housing Policy Studies, Gu Hanmin
Published: June 2024

Korea has witnessed a significant increase in the number of vulnerable single-person households facing housing instability, particularly in the Seoul Metropolitan Area. Hence, identifying potential policy targets and implementing preventive measures before such households experience severe instability are essential. In this study, we utilized explainable artificial intelligence—specifically, ensemble-based machine learning techniques (e.g., bagging, random forests, boosting) that use multiple trees to enhance predictive performance—to develop a predictive model for housing instability. This model outperformed traditional classification models (e.g., logistic regression) in predictive accuracy and can help streamline the identification process for households at risk of housing crises. Further, it is valuable for resource-constrained public organizations.
NAVIGATING JUSTICE AND LEGAL EQUILIBRIUM IN AUTOMATIC PRICING ALGORITHMS: A CROSS BORDER LEGAL APPROACH
Authors: Eviani Nanda Yuniza , Yunus Ahsan , Hafizhah Noor Ashma , Irwansyah Irwansyah
Published: June 2024

Automatic pricing algorithms with artificial intelligence (AI) technology in e-commerce have a significant impact on the running of the industry. This creates benefits as well as reaps polemics. Discrimination against consumers is one of them. For this reason, comprehensive treatment is needed to prevent negative impressions from occurring and can lead to the creation of justice and fairness. This research is normative qualitative research with the support of case and comparison approaches. The research results show that the algorithm uses AI to set prices based on market factors, production costs, and competition, providing price flexibility, price relevance, and increased business efficiency. Positive impacts include increased efficiency, price relevance, and consumer reach, while negative impacts involve the risk of discrimination and supervisory difficulties. Regulation and supervision are needed to maintain justice and legal balance. Unfair competitive practices, such as sudden price fluctuations, need to be monitored. Explicit regulations are needed to address the gap between AI developments and the existing legal framework. The implementation of automatic pricing algorithms must pay attention to aspects of justice and legal balance.
Understanding the Tourist Gaze in John Urry's Sociological Theory
Authors: Makhova Kseniia Borisovna
Published: June 2024

Tourism as a mass phenomenon began to be actively studied by sociologists in the second half of the 20th century. A special place among the sociological approaches to this phenomenon of the specified historical period is occupied by the concept of tourism by British researcher John Urry, one of the most prominent representatives of modern sociological theory. The scientist considers tourism in the context of social and economic changes taking place in Western societies after the end of World War II: significant economic growth, very high rates of urbanization, increased consumption, improved transport infrastructure, transformation of social attitudes. The main work, which outlines the key provisions of the concept of the tourist gaze, is the publication "The Tourist Gaze". Subsequently, this book has been updated twice, taking into account new social trends, phenomena and processes. The author explores the concept of tourism by J. Urri using general scientific methods of cognition, as well as genetic, comparative historical and other methods that reveal the specifics of the scientist's approach. The author's special contribution to the research of the topic lies in the fact that the theoretical and methodological foundations of John Urry's concept of tourism were identified, its specificity and the evolution of the scientist's views were demonstrated. The article examines the key elements of this theory, reveals its heuristic potential, and highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the British sociologist's research approach. Despite the criticism presented, the approach developed by John Urry, his conceptual apparatus and analytical tools indicate the high importance of his works for modern sociological theory. The concept of the tourist view remains relevant, which is confirmed, in particular, by the presence of followers who continue to make a significant contribution to the expansion and deepening of the theoretical and empirical analysis of tourism, based on the ideas proposed by Urri.
DeepDispatch: Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based Vehicle Dispatch Algorithm for Advanced Air Mobility
Authors: Varnousfaderani Elaheh Sabziyan , Shihab Syed A. M. , Dulia Esrat F.
Published: June 2024

Near-future air taxi operations with electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft will be constrained by the need for frequent recharging and limited takeoff and landing pads in vertiports and will be subject to time-varying demand and electricity prices, making the dispatch problem unique and particularly challenging to solve. Previously, the authors have developed optimization models to address this problem. Such optimization models, however, suffer from prohibitively high computational run times when the scale of the problem increases, making them less practical for real-world implementation. To overcome this issue, the authors have developed two deep reinforcement learning-based dispatch algorithms, namely, single-agent and multi-agent double dueling deep Q-network dispatch algorithms, where the objective is to maximize operating profit. A passenger transportation simulation environment was built to assess the performance of these algorithms across 36 numerical cases with varying numbers of vehicles and vertiports and amounts of demand. The results indicate that the multi-agent dispatch algorithm can closely approximate the optimal dispatch policy with significantly less computational expenses compared to the benchmark optimization model. The multi-agent algorithm was found to outperform the single-agent counterpart with respect to both profits generated and training time. Additionally, we implemented a heuristic-based algorithm, faster but less effective in generating profits compared to our two deep reinforcement learning-based algorithms.
Flexion Directional Preference in a Patient With Low Back Pain, Utilizing Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy: A Case Report
Authors: Greer Brian , Tranquillo Julia , Maccio Joseph R.
Published: June 2024

Background

Low back pain (LBP) is a complaint commonly seen by primary care physicians. Societal efforts to prevent LBP have led to more erect work environments to avoid excessive lumbar flexion. This case report involves an individual presenting with acute LBP after a hyperextension injury.

Case Presentation

The patient was assessed using Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), which is based on symptomatic and mechanical responses to repeated and sustained movements. The patient required movements into flexion, with modifications in loading strategies.

Outcome and Follow-Up

The patient was able to return to his prior level of function after 5 treatment sessions over 14 days and remained symptom free at long-term follow-ups. He was able to manage his symptoms without further health care management.

Discussion

This case report demonstrates that not all individuals require lumbar extension movements. It also demonstrates the clinical reasoning involved in a thorough MDT assessment, resulting in the resolution of symptoms. JOSPT Cases 2022;2(1):44–49. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.10006
Myxopapillary Ependymoma in a Patient With Low Back Pain
Authors: Fargnoli Ross , Sung Won
Published: June 2024

A 27-year-old woman was referred to physical therapy by a physiatrist for insidious onset of low back pain. Due to bilateral lower extremity symptoms and lack of improvement between physical therapy sessions, the patient was referred back to her physiatrist. Magnetic resonance imaging was performed and revealed a lesion in the spinal canal consistent with a myxopapillary ependymoma. JOSPT Cases 2022;2(1):42–43. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.10492
Occult Intertrochanteric Femur Fracture in a Recreational Cyclist
Authors: Robbins David P. , Pickens Bryan B.
Published: June 2024

A 46-year-old man presented to a physical therapist working with expanded clinical privileges at a hospital emergency department after falling off his bicycle onto his left hip. Initial radiographs were interpreted as noncontributory by the radiologist. After 4 days without improvement, the patient returned to the clinic and was placed on protected weight bearing. Magnetic resonance imaging was ordered and an incomplete intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur was identified. The patient was referred to an orthopaedic surgeon for surgical stabilization. This case highlights the importance of short-term follow-up after noncontributory radiographs when impairments following acute injury have not improved. JOSPT Cases 2022;2(3):171–172. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.10725
Vestibular Physical Therapy for the Treatment of Brain Fog From Long COVID—A Case Report
Authors: Finkelstein Eric
Published: June 2024

Background

Individuals with symptoms weeks or months following COVID-19 have been deemed “long haulers” or having long COVID (LC). COVID has a primary effect on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems; however, individuals diagnosed with LC have had a wide array of symptoms that span across all other body systems, including the nervous system.

Case Presentation

This case study describes the presentation of symptoms and treatment through physical therapy of an individual with LC who presented with cognitive fatigue and brain fog.

Outcome and Follow-up

The individual demonstrated improvements in cognitive fatigue, brain fog, and concentration as well as improvements in balance and vestibular function.

Discussion

This case highlights the importance of a thorough examination in individuals with LC as well as the potential role of physical therapy for those suffering from LC. JOSPT Cases 2022;2(2):117–123. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.10790
Training Load Management in Professional Tennis Players During COVID-19 Lockdown: A Case Series Study
Authors: Méndez Diego H. , Pierobón Andrés , Gabbett Tim J.
Published: June 2024

Background

During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, training routines of most athletes around the world were abruptly interrupted, potentially increasing the risk of injury. The purpose of this study was to compare 3 measures of training load (TL): tennis-specific TL, physical TL, and total TL management before, during, and after lockdown of 3 professional male tennis players.

Case Presentation

Three professional male tennis players were monitored throughout the 2020 season.

Outcome and Follow-Up

The median total weekly TL (CR-10 Borg rating of perceived exertion—session length in minutes) was 5783 arbitrary units (AU). The total weekly TLs before, during, and after lockdown were 7195, 3753, and 5950, respectively. During lockdown, tennis TL was reduced to 0, while physical TL (including preventive loads) increased by 73%. All players suffered an injury/illness during tennis training resumption following lockdown, where 2 of them were musculoskeletal related and the others were due to COVID-19. There was no association between total acute:chronic workload ratio (ACWR) and injury. However, one case had a spike (>1.5) in tennisspecific ACWR 2 weeks before injury, despite maintaining total ACWR between 0.8 and 1.5.

Discussion

Tennis and physical differential TL monitoring should be carried out separately in order to ensure tennis-specific player readiness. If only total load is monitored during lockdown or rehabilitation from injury, subsequent increases in tennis load upon return to play could potentially increase the risk of injury. The 3 participants showed a similar pattern of total TL throughout the season with pre-lockdown loads being the highest. JOSPT Cases 2022;2(3):141–148. Epub: 21 June 2022. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.10863
Successful Physical Therapist Management of an Ankle Injury in the Austere Wilderness of Denali: A Case Report
Authors: Young Scott W. , Young Thomas W. , MacDonald Cameron W. , Stickler Kellie R.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Evaluation and management of ankle injuries is routine in traditional clinical settings. However, minimal evidence exists regarding the management of acute musculoskeletal injuries in austere high-altitude wilderness environments.

CASE PRESENTATION: The patient was a 36-year-old male who sustained a right lateral ankle sprain climbing down from an elevation of 16 000 ft on Denali, the tallest mountain in North America. The baseline Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) score was 9/80 and the baseline numeric pain-rating scale (NPRS) score was 9/10. Management included manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and sport-specific mountaineering interventions. After 3 days, his LEFS score improved to 55/80 and NPRS improved to 4/10. Before subsequent descending of 7000 ft to the base camp, ongoing management including boot fitting and gait training with crampons was provided to safely descend challenging terrain.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: The patient was able to descend to the base camp under his own control, saving substantial people power after significantly improving his functional level with physical therapist management. During a virtual follow-up visit 2 weeks after the expedition, his LEFS score was 72/80 and his NPRS score was 2/10. All improvements were maintained at 3-month follow-up.

DISCUSSION: A physical therapist in an austere wilderness setting was able to effectively manage an ankle injury in a challenging environment with limited resources. Due to the patient's successful outcome, he was able to avoid the cost of a helicopter rescue and save precious national park resources. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(1):74–80. Epub: 14 December 2022. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.11159
Clinical Examination and Electrodiagnostic Testing in a Rare Case of Long Thoracic Nerve Palsy Following Surgeries Related to an Emergency Appendectomy: A Case Report
Authors: Savage Nathan J. , Heston Daniel J.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Postoperative neuropathy is an infrequent but potentially serious complication of surgery and may result in significant morbidity. While mechanical injury and perioperative factors are commonly implicated, etiology of postoperative neuropathy can be unclear, particularly when the lesion is spatially remote from the surgical site.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 27-year-old male Doctor of Physical Therapy student presented to his orthopaedic professor during class describing a 10-week history of significant right shoulder weakness following surgeries related to an emergency appendectomy. Examination revealed unilateral scapular winging and findings consistent with long thoracic nerve (LTN) palsy. Given the unknown etiology, electrodiagnostic (EDX) testing was subsequently performed for diagnostic clarity.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Clinical and EDX examinations confirmed an isolated LTN palsy, while ruling out competing neurogenic and orthopaedic etiologies. Seven-month follow-up revealed minimal subjective and objective improvement in shoulder function and continued scapular winging.

DISCUSSION: Orthopaedic physical therapy examination, including EDX testing, correctly identified a rare case of LTN palsy following surgeries related to an emergency appendectomy. Findings informed prognosis and guided exercise prescription. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(1):53–58. Epub: 14 December 2022. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2022.11457
Functional Assessment and Treatment of Complex Pubic-Related and Adductor-Related Groin Pain in a Division I College Soccer Player: Case Report
Authors: Chiesa Christen , Lopes Alexandre Dias , Nolan David
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Recommendations have been made concerning return-to-play interventions and testing for athletes returning from groin injuries. Physical therapists in outpatient clinics often lack standardized assessments that reflect real-time sport participation. This case study describes an objective, functional return-to-sport testing battery for rehabilitation of a soccer athlete.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 22-year-old collegiate soccer player presented with groin pain after striking a ball on goal. The patient was assessed using a testing battery of strength testing, Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test (IRT), Pro-Agility Test, and the maximal ball strike velocity. A visual analog scale for pain was recorded and monitored.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: The patient's pain decreased in all strength testing, and his performance on the Yo-Yo IRT was superior for adult men and male soccer players. The patient completed his collegiate season without symptom recurrence.

DISCUSSION: The testing battery of strength testing, Yo-Yo IRT, Pro-Agility Test, and maximal effort strike velocity could be effective for return-to-sport assessment in soccer players with groin pain. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(2):134–143. Epub: 20 April 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.11547
Ankylosing Spondylitis Presenting as Buttock Pain in a Military Tactical Athlete: A Case Report
Authors: Kenny Joseph T. , Fraser John J.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition that most commonly affects the spine. In the absence of spinal symptoms, consideration of atypical symptom behavior and the use of diagnostic criteria can be helpful in recognizing this condition. The purpose of this case was to detail AS presenting as buttock pain in a military tactical athlete.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 20-year-old white male military intelligence specialist was referred to physical therapy for reports of right buttock pain. Symptoms developed during recruit training, which led to an initial diagnosis of overuse syndrome. He was managed by multiple health care providers, including physical therapists, during recruit training and a year following onset while deployed overseas.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Lack of treatment response and presence of atypical symptoms necessitated further medical workup, including radiography, laboratory, and rheumatology referrals. Following consultation with a rheumatologist, a diagnosis of AS was confirmed and the patient was provided definitive and appropriate management that resulted in improved outcomes.

DISCUSSION: Spinal pain is often associated with AS. Indicators of AS such as an insidious onset of nonresolving symptoms, night disturbances, patient demographics, a positive HLA-B27 laboratory value, and evidence of active inflammation or sacroiliitis on imaging may help guide detection in the absence of spinal pain or absence of specific criteria established to assist in the identification of inflammatory spondyloarthropathies. Diagnostic accuracy is essential for appropriate care earlier in the disease process. In this case, a definitive diagnosis led to improvement in the management of this patient. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(2):110–116. Epub: 13 April 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.11596
Early Initiated Multimodal Postoperative Physical Therapy Program for Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Case Report With 2-Year Outcomes
Authors: Derian Joseph M. , Evaristo Jessica , Wang Jeffrey C. , Lantz Justin M.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a common surgical procedure for cervical radiculopathy. While postoperative physical therapy (PT) has been shown to be effective after many orthopaedic surgeries, there is limited evidence available regarding postoperative PT after ACDF for cervical radiculopathy.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 61-year-old male initiated early in-person PT 2 weeks following 2-level ACDF, which utilized a multimodal PT program (manual therapy, patient education, therapeutic exercise, self-management, HEP, modalities) guided by tissue healing, achievement of clinical objective milestones, and clinical reasoning.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Significant improvement in outcome measures (numeric pain-rating scale, neck disability index, 36-item short-form health survey, global rating of change, fear avoidance beliefs questionnaire, cervical active range of motion) was achieved 12 weeks postoperatively and maintained up to 2 years with no adverse events.

DISCUSSION: Early initiated in-person multimodal postoperative PT may be safe and effective for patients at all stages of healing after ACDF. Further research is needed to address the benefits to larger patient populations. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(3):163-173. Epub: 20 June 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.11608
Examining Lower Quadrant Overuse Injury Using Wearable Sensors: A Case Series in Indoor Team-Based Court Sports
Authors: Kupperman Natalie , Tymkew Jennifer A. , Curtis Michael A. , Saliba Susan A. , Hart Joseph M. , Hertel Jay
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: There is increasing literature about using wearable sensors to predict sports-related injury at the team- or league-level; however, minimal research has focused on single cases. Sports-related injury involves a complex interaction of multiple variables, and analysis should also be explored on the individual level. The purpose of this case series is to evaluate differences in on-court volume, as measured by whole-body accelerometry, of 3 court-sport athletes who sustained lower quadrant overuse musculoskeletal injuries to respective healthy matched controls.

CASE PRESENTATION: A retrospective review of 3 collegiate athletes (2 males, 1 female) who developed lower quadrant overuse injuries and comparisons to healthy matched controls.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: The injured female volleyball athlete had greater accumulated player load per minute, jumps per minute, and duration of on-court time compared to the healthy athlete across the 8 weeks prior to injury. For basketball, both injured male athletes had greater player load per minute compared to their controls; however, jumps per minute were less than the healthy athletes over the 8 weeks prior to injury.

DISCUSSION: Differences in accelerometer data were found between injured athletes and healthy matched controls. Analyzing the data to focus on single cases in a longitudinal framework allows for contextual factors to be included and temporal precedence to remain intact. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(3):174-184. Epub: 10 July 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.11636
The Curious Case of a Glioblastoma Disguised as Lumbar Pathology in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice
Authors: Ballay Cody , Gulla Nicholas , Mansfield Cody , Briggs Matthew S.
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Glioblastoma is a primary brain tumor that shares symptoms with orthopaedic conditions like low back pain with radiating pain. The purpose of this case study was to describe a patient referred to physical therapy (PT) and subsequently diagnosed with a glioblastoma.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 64-year-old male was referred to PT with right foot numbness and lower back pain. Initially, the patient was diagnosed with chronic low back pain with radiating pain (International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th Revision) related to lumbar spinal stenosis, and initial treatment resulted in significant reduction of foot numbness. After initial improvement, he reported an insidious onset of fasciculations and lacked response to therapy interventions, which warranted referral for imaging.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Magnetic resonance imaging of the brain revealed high-grade glioblastomas, and the patient underwent a craniotomy for tumor resection with subsequent chemotherapy and radiation.

DISCUSSION: Glioblastoma is an underreported condition in PT literature, and increased awareness of symptoms can improve recognition and appropriate referral. JOSPT Cases 2023;3(4):219-226. Epub 25 September 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.11913
Variability in Outcome After Bilateral, Fluoroquinolones-Associated Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Case Report
Authors: Zellers Jennifer A. , Czuppon Sylvia , Brophy Robert
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: Achilles tendon rupture can be debilitating, and there is substantial variability in outcomes after Achilles tendon rupture. Patient- and tissue-level characteristics are beginning to emerge as healing indicators with the potential of identifying impaired healing earlier in recovery.

CASE PRESENTATION: Patient with fluoroquinolone-induced, bilateral Achilles tendon rupture managed nonoperatively.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Tendon tissue level outcomes on ultrasound, strength, range of motion, and patient-reported outcomes are reported. With similar treatment of bilateral tendons, the patient achieved good healing outcomes (evidenced by limited tendon elongation and walking capacity) on one side but had limited healing (evidenced by tendon retraction and need for bracing with walking) on the other side.

DISCUSSION: The findings from this case report highlight the variability of patient outcomes after Achilles tendon rupture, even when treatment and the systemic healing environment is similar. This report also demonstrates the potential clinical utility of routine ultrasound imaging to assess early tendon healing before strength and other functional outcomes can be assessed. JOSPT Cases 2024;4(1):12-18. Epub 13 November 2023. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2023.12109
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Protocol Integrating TECAR Therapy and Exercise for Postoperative Meniscal Tear – A Case Study
Authors: Babu V. Sarath , Katage Goutami Amit , Chopade Shamal
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND: A prevalent concern, meniscal tears impact a substantial portion of the population, frequently necessitating surgical intervention due to severe pain. Attaining physical and functional fitness following meniscal surgery presents a notable challenge for both patients and physiotherapists. This case underscores the importance of effective rehabilitation strategies along with application of transfer energy capacitive and resistive (TECAR) therapy.

CASE PRESENTATION: A 51-year-old female, after arthroscopic surgery for a meniscal tear, sought a focused 4-week rehabilitation program. Integrating TECAR therapy and targeted exercises addressed pain, range of motion, muscle strength, gait, and balance.

OUTCOME AND FOLLOW-UP: Significant improvements were observed, including pain reduction, increased knee flexion, enhanced muscle strength, improved gait, and balance. Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score results reflected comprehensive improvement in knee-related domains.

DISCUSSION: TECAR therapy played a pivotal role in pain management, while mobilization and targeted exercises positively impacted knee range of motion and muscle strength. Gait analysis and the Star Excursion Balance Test highlighted improved gait parameters and balance, affirming the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach. JOSPT Cases 2024;4(2):84-93. Epub 18 April 2024. doi:10.2519/josptcases.2024.0033
O ESTEREOTIPADO NEGRO NO BRASIL E O PENSAMENTO NINA-LOMBROSIANO
Authors: Augusto Gama de Oliveira Pinto Ian , Antônio da Silva Marcelo , Silva Sales Barbosa Esdras , Pedro Gonzales Junior Ivo
Published: June 2024

Introdução: A caricatura estereotipada do indivíduo negro fruto das teorias raciais, pensamento eurocentrista e a escravidão, dentro do sistema carcerário brasileiro e os seus reclusos. Por mais que abolida a escravatura, resquícios sociais são visivelmente evidências de como ainda se perdura a figura do melanodêrmico como estereótipo de inferioridade. No prisma criminalista pode-se observar o pensamento nina-lombrosiano e a sua concepção referente ao negro e a patologia social do crime não obstante visando os seus traços fenotípicos.
Objetivo: Visualizar a influência dos ideais de Cesare Lombroso e Raimundo Nina Rodrigues nas relações sociais, raciais e ainda na justiça brasileira na amostra do seu sistema carcerário e processo de reclusão, da apreensão à ressocialização do indivíduo ao analisar o estereótipo do negro no Brasil.
Método: Este trabalho se coloca como um trabalho qualitativo se tratando de uma revisão narrativa, realizando pesquisa em artigo científicos, doutrina, jurisprudências e dados coletados de órgãos governamentais e não governamentais.
 Resultados (esperados / parciais): Espera-se que com a condução deste trabalho chegue-se as raízes do lombrosismo ainda ficadas na seletividade penal contemporânea em especial com a população negra. Também se espera perceber o impacto das ideias lombrosianas na política carcerária brasileira e o seu tratamento com a população preta.
 Descritores: Criminologia; lombrosismo, teorias raciais, seletividade penal.
 Eixo temático: Ciências sociais aplicadas.
O PAPEL DA REGULAÇÃO EMOCIONAL FRENTE A RESOLUÇÃO DE CONFLITOS NO AMBIENTE DE TRABALHO DO PROFISSIONAL DE ENFERMAGEM
Authors: Mariano Pereira Sabrina , Moutinho Moura Pinheiro Sabrina , Cristina Braga Chaves Érica
Published: June 2024

Introdução: Estudos apontam que as emoções positivas são preservadas a partir de estratégias de regulação emocional positivas, aumentando exponencialmente os níveis de bem-estar e satisfação com as diversas áreas da vida, demonstrando dessa forma a importância da regulação emocional no impacto sobre o bem-estar. (QUOIDBACH, e col., 2010). De acordo com pesquisas realizadas por Kadovic, Mikšić e Lovrić (2022), se as habilidades de controle e regulação emocional forem baixas nos profissionais de saúde, maior seriam os níveis de estresse dos mesmos. Da mesma forma, os enfermeiros possuem uma necessidade de reprimir e controlar suas emoções negativas, assim como, possuem dificuldade em regular emoções associadas ao trabalho, pois não há uma capacitação voltada com esse objetivo para eles (FERNANDES, 2020). Segundo, Van Horn e col. (2004), para se alcançar um bem estar no âmbito do trabalho é necessário uma análise positiva de diferentes características do trabalho, abrangendo o cognitivo, comportamental e as motivações presentes. Logo, entende-se que a regulação emocional é capaz de diminuir emoções negativas, manter e aumentar emoções positivas (MIKOLAJCZAK, 2009), enquanto exerce a autorregulação e a regulação das emoções de outros indivíduos também, o que acaba repercutindo diretamente no bem-estar. (TUGADE e FREDRICKSON, 2007).
Objetivo: Identificar o papel da regulação emocional frente aos conflitos no ambiente de trabalho do profissional de enfermagem.
Método:  Para o presente trabalho realizou-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica de caráter exploratório com abordagem qualitativa, onde buscou-se levantar dados referentes ao tema, por meio da revisão de artigos científicos, livros, dissertações e teses. Os meios de busca para a base de dados foram os respectivos, google acadêmico, SCIELO, PubMed e literatura, nos idiomas português e inglês. Serão utilizados conteúdos acessíveis para população geral e gratuitos. O método predominante foram pesquisas empíricas e revisões de literatura a respeito das contribuições do conteúdo de regulação emocional frente a resolução e conflitos no ambiente de trabalho.
Descritores: Regulação emocional; Saúde mental no trabalho; Enfermagem.
Eixo temático: Ciências sociais aplicadas.
Crescentic Glomerulonephritis in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Authors: Vijayakumar Niranjan A. , Bhansaly Prabhav , Sethi Jasmine , Nada Rithambhra , Shekhar Arvind
Published: June 2024

The spectrum of kidney disease among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected patients is extensive. We describe a young male who was recently detected with HIV infection and antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA) negative pauci-immune crescentic glomerulonephritis. The patient had no extrarenal vasculitis involvement. Patient was successfully managed with highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) and oral steroids. In our case report, we have also reviewed the literature of crescentic glomerulonnephritis in HIV infection.
THE EFFECT OF LYMPH NODE DISSECTION ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF METACHRONOUS PERITONEAL DISSEMINATION AFTER GASTRIC CANCER RADICAL TREATMENT
Authors:   Belarusian Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education, Minsk, Belarus, Reutovich M. Yu. , Ivanov A. V. ,   N.N. Alexandrov National Cancer Center, Minsk, Belarus, Krasko O. V. ,   United Institute of Informatics Problems, National Academy of Sciences, Minsk, Belarus
Published: June 2024

Background. Metachronous peritoneal dissemination (MPD) is a prevailing pattern of gastric cancer (GC) progression, significantly aggravating the outcomes of its radical treatment. As intraperitoneal dissemination of tumor cells can occur during lymphodissection (LD), it is essential to assess its influence on the development of MPD. Objective. To evaluate the influence of LD volume on MPD development in patients radically operated on for cancer. Material and methods. There have been analyzed the outcomes of 1080 patients radically operated on for cancer (pT1-4N0-3M0) without esophageal transition (647 men, 433 women) depending on the volume of LD performed - D1 (n=151) or D2 (n=929). Survival rates (Kaplan-Meier multiplier estimation method), cumulative incidence (CI) of competing events - MPD, metastases of other localization, mortality not related to gastric cancer were estimated (competing risks analysis). Results. There has been demonstrated the possibility of intraoperative dissemination of tumor cells during LD in the presence of metastatic changes of regional lymphocollectors and in the absence of adjuvant treatment, it being manifested by the increase of cumulative incidence of MPD only (for patients after D1 LD - from 8,3±2,8% at pN0 to 29,1±6,2% at pN1-3 (pGray<0,05); for patients after D2 LD - from 9.4±1.3% at pN0 to 27.3±2.1% at pN1-3 (pGray<0,05)), and in combination with other distant lymphohematogenic metastases (for patients after D1 LD, from 0 at pN0 to 1.8±1.8% at pN1-3; for patients after D2 LD, from 3.1±0.8% at pN0 to 11.1±1.5% at pN1-3 (pGray<0,05)). Conclusions. The evaluation of regional lymphatic collectors state seems to be reasonable when assessing the probability of MPD development. The type of LD performed does not affect the CI of GC progression including MPD development.
Disinformation: analysis, consequences and counteraction
Authors: Елена И.К. , Анастасия С.Н.
Published: June 2024

В статье представлен обзор проблемы дезинформации как инцидента информационной безопасности, начиная с определения данного понятия и рассмотрения его значения в цифровом мире. Исследованы разнообразные последствия растущих угроз дезинформации, включая воздействие на политические процессы и общественное мнение, корпоративную и государственную безопасность, а также психологические и социокультурные аспекты в обществе.

An review of the problem of disinformation as an information security incident was presented, starting with the definition of this concept and considering its significance in the digital world. The various consequences of the growing threats of disinformation are investigated, including the impact on political processes and public opinion, corporate and state security, as well as psychological and socio-cultural aspects in society.
Theoretical aspects of increasing the energy efficiency of distribution networks of industrial enterprises, with optimal control of automatic reactive power compensation units (Part 1)
Authors: Александр В.Х. , Трухан Дмитрий Александрович
Published: June 2024

Предложен алгоритм оптимального управления установками автоматической компенсации реактивной мощности, эксплуатируемыми в распределительных сетях промышленных предприятий. Применение разработанного алгоритма позволит управлять режимом реактивной мощности на промышленном предприятии, используя значения реактивных мощностей для каждого из источников при которых издержки на компенсацию реактивной мощности в распределительной сети и ее элементах будут минимальны.

An algorithm for optimal control of automatic reactive power compensation units operated in distribution networks of industrial enterprises is proposed. The application of the developed algorithm will allow controlling the reactive power mode at an industrial enterprise, using the values of reactive power for each of the sources at which the costs of compensating reactive power in the distribution network and its elements will be minimal.
Algorithm for the formation of analytically specified time-current characteristics of disconnection based on an open hardware and software platform
Authors: Сидоров Дмитрий Игоревич , Алишер М.О. , Ефремов Елисей Александрович
Published: June 2024

В настоящее время микропроцессорные устройства релейной защиты находят широкое применение в системах противоаварийной автоматики. Основным недостатком при анализе работы таких устройств является недоступность внутренних алгоритмов цифровой обработки сигнала. Производители таких устройств не публикуют в открытой печати исходные коды программного обеспечения. Цель данной работы – разработка алгоритма формирования аналитически заданных времятоковых характеристик отключения на открытой программно-аппаратной платформе для демонстрации его действия профильным специалистам, студентам и прочим заинтересованным лицам. В ходе исследования были сформированы на открытой программно-аппаратной платформе времятоковые характеристики в соответствии с ГОСТ IEC 60255-151–2014. Установлено, что предложенный авторами алгоритм позволяет с достаточной точностью формировать аналитически заданные времятоковые характеристики отключения на базе микропроцессорных систем.

Currently, microprocessor relay protection devices are widely used in emergency automation systems. The main disadvantage in analyzing the operation of such devices is the unavailability of internal algorithms for digital signal processing. Manufacturers of such devices do not publish the source codes of the software in the open press. The purpose of this work is to develop an algorithm for the formation of analytically specified time–current characteristics of disconnection on an open hardware and software platform to demonstrate its operation to specialized specialists, students and other interested parties. During the study, time- current characteristics were formed on an open hardware and software platform in accordance with GOST IEC 60255-151–2014. It is established that the algorithm proposed by the authors allows to form analytically specified time-current characteristics of disconnection based on microprocessor systems with sufficient accuracy.
Assessment of the transport component of urban planning policy in large cities
Authors: Ирина Н.К. , София Л.Н. , Даниил Э.Д.
Published: June 2024

В данной статье авторы рассматривают вопросы оценки влияния транспортных корреспонденций, формирующих транспортные потоки в наиболее напряженных узлах улично-дорожной сети города, на уровень транспортной загруженности, что позволяет выработать стратегию управления транспортной системой в широком диапазоне горизонта планирования, а также скорректировать градостроительную политику, обеспечив более равномерное распределение населения по территории.

In this article, the authors consider assessing the influence of transport correspondence that form traffic flows in the most stressed nodes of the city street and road network, to the level of loading the transport network of the city, which allows you to develop a traffic control strategy in a wide range of planning horizon, as well as adjusting the urban planning policy, providing a more uniform distribution of the population through the territory.
The influence of drive-in pockets on the speed of traffic flow in urban conditions
Authors: Татьяна В.К. , Иван С.С. , Даниил А.К.
Published: June 2024

В данной статье авторы рассматривают вопросы влияния заездных карманов на скорость движения транспортного потока в городских условиях посредством имитационного моделирования.

In this article, the authors consider the influence of drive-in pockets on the speed of traffic flow in urban environments through simulation modeling.
Construction of a piecewise linear regression model with linear combinations of grouped predictors
Authors: Носков Сергей Иванович , Е Б.Даниил
Published: June 2024

В работе приведен краткий обзор результатов по применению более сложных по сравнению с линейными форм связи между переменными в математических моделях регрессионного типа. Это, в частности, робастная модель кусочно-линейной регрессии с неизвестным количеством точек переключения; полуконтролируемый классификатор, основанный на модели кусочно-линейной регрессии; метод автоматического построения управляемых моделей энергетических систем; алгоритм решения задач многомерной регрессии и классификации с использованием кусочно-линейных предикторов над многогранным разбиением пространства признаков; способ описания линейной и кусочной структур для модели нечеткой регрессии интервального типа. Предложена алгоритмическая схема идентификации параметров кусочно-линейной регрессии с линейными комбинациями сгруппированных независимых переменных с применением метода наименьших модулей, сводящаяся к решению задачи булева линейного программирования. Решен численный пример.

The paper provides a brief overview of the results of using more complex forms of connection between variables in mathematical models of regression type compared to linear ones. These are, in particular a robust piecewise linear regression model with an unknown number of switching points; semi-supervised classifier based on a piecewise linear regression model; method for automatically constructing controlled models of energy systems; algorithm for solving multivariate regression and classification problems using piecewise linear predictors over a polyhedral partition of the feature space; a method for describing linear and piecewise structures for an interval-type fuzzy regression model. An algorithmic scheme for identifying the parameters of piecewise linear regression with linear combinations of grouped independent variables using the least modulus method is proposed, which reduces to solving a boolean linear programming problem. A numerical example has been solved.