bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The Immediate Effects of Foam Rolling and Stretching on Iliotibial Band Stiffness: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Pepper Talin M , Brismée Jean-Michel , Sizer Jr Phillip S , Kapila Jeegisha , Seeber Gesine H , Huggins Christopher A , Hooper Troy L 
Published: June 2021

Background Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common clinical condition likely caused by abnormal compressive forces to the iliotibial band (ITB). Stretching interventions are common in ITBS treatment and may predominantly affect tensor fascia latae (TFL). Another ITBS treatment is foam rolling, which may more directly affect the ITB. Shear wave ultrasound elastography (SWUE) measures real-time soft tissue stiffness, allowing tissue changes to be measured and compared. Purpose To examine effects of foam rolling and iliotibial complex stretching on ITB stiffness at 0˚ and 10˚ of hip adduction and hip adduction passive range of motion (PROM). Study Design Randomized controlled trial. Methods Data from 11 males (age = 30.5 ± 9.0 years, Body Mass Index (BMI) = 27.8 ± 4.0) and 19 females (age = 23.5 ± 4.9, BMI = 23.2 ± 2.1) were analyzed for this study. Subjects were randomly assigned to one of three groups: control, stretching, and foam rolling. Shear wave ultrasound elastography measurements included ITB Young’s modulus at the mid-thigh, the distal femur and the TFL muscle belly. ITB-to-femur depth was measured at mid-thigh level. Hip adduction PROM was measured from digital images taken during the movement. Results No significant interactions or main effects were found for group or time differences in ITB Young’s modulus at the three measured locations. The ITB stiffness at the mid-thigh and distal femur increased with 10° adduction, but TFL stiffness did not increase. A main effect for adduction PROM was observed, where PROM increased 0.8˚ post-treatment (p = 0.02). Conclusion A single episode of stretching and foam rolling does not affect short-term ITB stiffness. The lack of ITB stiffness changes may be from an inadequate intervention stimulus or indicate that the interventions have no impact on ITB stiffness. Levels of Evidence 1b
Strategies for Gait Retraining in a Collegiate Runner with Transfemoral Amputation: A Case Report
Authors: Santer Jillian , MacDonald Stephanie , Rizzone Katherine , Biehler Shawn , Beiswenger Tanya 
Published: June 2021

Background More than fifty percent of people with limb amputations participate in sports or physical activity following amputation. Athletes with limb amputations may face additional challenges including phantom limb pain (PLP), psychological barriers, prosthetic complications, and gait abnormalities. Prevalence of PLP in the general amputee population is estimated to be as high as 85%. Despite the high prevalence of PLP, there is little research regarding the use of gait training as a treatment for PLP among both the general amputee population and athletes. Case Description A 20-year old female collegiate track and field athlete presented with phantom knee pain brought on with running. The athlete demonstrated deficits in core and hip strength as well as decreased single leg stability bilaterally. Running gait analysis revealed circumduction with the prosthesis for limb advancement and increased vaulting with push off on the sound (uninvolved) limb. Gait retraining strategies were implemented to address video analysis findings and create a more efficient running gait and address phantom limb pain symptoms. Outcomes Rehabilitation and gait retraining strategies were effective in improving several clinical and functional outcomes in this case. Significant improvements were noted in PLP, running gait mechanics, and the patient’s psychological and functional status as measured with a standardized outcome tool, the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System® (PROMIS®). Discussion Running gait training following amputation could be a crucial component of rehabilitation for athletes in an attempt to lessen pain while running, especially in those experiencing phantom limb pain (PLP). Utilization of a multidisciplinary team in the gait retraining process is recommended. There is a need for further research to determine the effects of running gait retraining for management of PLP in athletes with amputation. Level of Evidence 5
A Nation-Wide Survey of High School Baseball Coaches’ Perceptions Indicates their Arm Care Programs Play a Role in Injury Prevention
Authors: Matsel K A , Weiss E E , Butler R J , Hoch M C , Westgate P M , Malone T R , Uhl T L 
Published: June 2021

Background Arm care programs consisting of upper extremity strengthening and stretching have been recommended for injury prevention for pitchers of all ages. There has been no investigation into high school baseball coaches’ usage and perceptions of arm care programs to mitigate physical impairments associated with injuries in baseball players. Hypothesis/Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate the current usage of arm care programs by high school baseball coaches. The primary objective was to determine if coaches use group-based or individualized arm care programs. The secondary objective sought to determine if the use of arm care programs is influenced by coaches’ age, education, and experience level. Finally, this study explored the potential barriers to arm care implementation and high school baseball coaches’ current awareness and beliefs of injury prevention. Study Design Descriptive cross-sectional survey Methods A 29-item online survey was emailed to 18,500 high school baseball coaches throughout the United States. Data were collected for three months, and the response rate was 3.7%. Results A total of 87.3% (n=571/654) of responding coaches use arm care programs with their players. Of coaches performing arm care, only 18.5% of 571 individualize their arm care exercises based on specific player needs. However, older and more experienced coaches are more likely to individualize their programs. Among the 12.7% (n=83/654) of coaches who do not use arm care programs, the two most commonly cited reasons for not implementing arm care were lack of observed benefit (41%) and insufficient staff (31%). Although 42% of 654 coaches recognized reduced shoulder mobility as a major contributor to injury, risk factors such as throwing with a fatigued arm, previous injury history, and throwing > 8 months per year were not consistently identified as primary risk factors. Conclusion The results of this study suggest that the majority high school baseball coaches implement group-based arm care exercise programs to prevent injury. Lack of confidence in the effectiveness and staffing limitations were major barriers to implementation of arm care programming. However, the responding coaches exhibited inconsistent risk factor awareness and dated injury prevention beliefs. Therefore, better educational collaboration between rehabilitation professionals and high school coaches regarding injury risk factors and preventative strategies is warranted. Level of Evidence Level 3
Prevalence of Typhi DOT IGM positive results in COVID-19 patients at primary and secondary health care hospitals in Punjab, Pakistan.
Authors: Aslam Muhammad Saeed , Shabeer Sidra , Majeed Rabia , Asghar Fareeha , Jafri Syeda Rizwana , Khan Humera 
Published: June 2021

Objective: To determine prevalence of Typhi dot IgM positive results in COVID-19 patients at primary and secondary health care hospitals in Pakistan. Study Design: Descriptive Cross-sectional study. Setting: Tehsil Head Quarter Hospital of Burewala and District Head Quarter Hospital of Vehari. Period: 1st March 2020 to 30th June 2020. Material & Methods: Study was done among diagnosed cases of COVID-19 after taking ethical approval from ethical review board. Results were assessed by using SPSS version-24. Results: Males were predominant (71.30%) in our study as COVID-19 positives than the females. Most of the patients (51.70%) were from middle aged group, i.e. 31-60 years. Only 7.40% patients were from elder age group (more than 60 years). More than half of the patients (51.90%) were found to be positive with IgM typhi dot test. We repeated the tests and found the same results. We also calculated the prevalence of typhoid positive cases in COVID patients according to different demographic variables. As far as gender is concerned, our result was highly statistically significant when associated with typhoid positive results among COVID patients (P=0.0001). Males were predominantly having high rate of typhi dot IgM positives (71.30%) than females. Middle aged patients were found to be more affected by typhi dot positive results. Conclusion: It is concluded that there is a high and significant ratio of typhi dot positive results for IgM in COVID patients at Vihari district.
Non-Surgical Crigler massage for treatment of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in infants below one year age.
Authors: Alam Mohammad 
Published: June 2021

Objective: To analyse the efficacy of non-surgical Crigler massage for treatment of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in infants below one year age. Study Design: Setting: Khyber Medical University Institute of Medical Sciences (KMU-IMS) KDA Teaching Hospital Kohat. Period: April 2014 to June 2019. Materials & Methods: on Non-Surgical Crigler massage for conservative treatment of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in infants below one year age. Proper proforma was designed for documentation of patients and their follow up. Consents were taken from their parents. 93 patients with age range of 2-6 months with congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction were included in the study out of which 51(54.83%) were male and 42(45.16%) were female. 79(84.94%) patients had unilateral while 14(15.05%) patients had bilateral congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction. So total 107 eyes with congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction were included. Parents were trained and educated for conservative non-surgical Crigler massage of the lacrimal sacs along with topical antibiotics. Parents were instructed to do 8-10 massage four times a day. Patients were followed up to one year of age. 11 patients were lost from complete follow up in which 9 had unilateral while 2 patients had bilateral congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Cumulatively 13 eyes were missed from follow up. Final results of remaining 82 patients with 94 eyes were analysed. Results: Out of 94 eyes epiphora was abolished with negative regurgitation test in 68(72.34%) patients at the end of one year while in 26(27.65%) the procedure was failed. Conclusion: Non-surgical conservative Crigler massage is very successful in management of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction.
Stress Management during the Covid 19 Pandemic: Solutions and Settlement Approaches at Madrasah Aliyah Al-Hidayah, Bandung City
Authors: - Badrudin , Qolby Zahira Aini 
Published: June 2021

Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic has an impact on all aspects of life. One of the sectors affected is education. Educational activities that were initially carried out regularly, due to the Covid-19 pandemic all educational activities were carried out online. This change raises various kinds of stress in the educational institution organization. This study aims to explore stress management at MA Al-Hidayah during the Covid 19 pandemic by reviewing its form, settlement strategy and impact. This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. Data obtained through interviews, observation, and documentation study. The results showed that there were three forms of stress experienced by school principals, teachers, students and parents of students at MA Al-Hidayah during the Covid 19 pandemic, namely stress in the form of frustration, pressure and change. Strategies taken to deal with stress include a) eliminating stressors or stressors, b) controlling the consequences of stress, c) changing individual perceptions of stressors, d) providing moral and social support. While the impact of stress refers to six aspects including a) psychological aspects, b) health aspects, c) performance aspects, d) cognitive aspects, e) emotional aspects and f) behavioral aspects.
Abstrak: Pandemi covid-19 berdampak pada seluruh aspek kehidupan. Salah satu sektor yang terdampak adalah pendidikan. Kegiatan pendidikan yang mulanya dilaksanakan secara tetap muka, karena pandemi covid-19 seluruh kegiatan pendidikan dilaksanakan secara online. Perubahan ini memunculkan berbagai macam stress dalam organisasi lembaga pendidikan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplore manajemen stress di MA Al-Hidayah pada masa pandemi covid 19 dengan meninjau bentuk, strategi penyelesaian, dan dampaknya. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Data diperoleh melalui wawancara, observasi, dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat tiga bentuk stress yang dialami oleh kepala sekolah, guru, siswa dan orang tua siswa di MA Al-Hidayah pada masa pandemi covid 19 yaitu stress dalam bentuk frustasi, tekanan, dan perubahan. Strategi yang dilakukan untuk mengatasi stress tersebut di antaranya adalah dengan a) menghilangkan stressor atau pemicu stress, b) mengendalikan konsekuensi stress, c) mengubah persepsi individu terhadap stressor, d) memberikan dukungan moral dan sosial. Sedangkan dampak stress mengacu pada enam aspek di antaranya adalah a) aspek psikologis, b) aspek kesehatan, c) aspek kinerja, d) aspek kognitif, e) aspek emosi dan f) aspek perilaku
Kata-kata kunci: Manajemen Stress, Madrasah Aliyah, Pandemi Covid 19
Hydrophilic Properties Study of Mn-TiO2 Thin Films Deposited by Dipping Technique
Authors: Khalaf Sura Y , Ali Falah H. 
Published: June 2021

in this paper, the current work was devoted to the manufacture of TiO2 nanoparticles doped with manganese, synthesis by the sol-gel technique using a dip-conting device, for their hydrophilic properties and photocatalytic activity, and the products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and Uv-Visible absorption, and the results XRD showed an phase Anatase , and the results of the SEM Explained the shape of the morphology of the samples after the doping process compared with pure TiO2, and the results of a shift in light absorption from ultraviolet rays to visible light were evident. The results showed that the thin films have a high wettability under visible rays proven to have excellent optical stimulation in the visual area, making the application of a thin film as a self-cleaning material an attractive option.
SOCIAL AND LABOR CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: UKRAINIAN AND FOREIGN EXPERIENCE
Authors: Nazarov Nikita 
Published: June 2021

The subject of study in the article is the process of socio-economic conflict management. The purpose of the work is to substantiate the theoretical provisions and methodological approaches in the management of labor conflicts as a form of social and labor relations based on Ukrainian and foreign experience. The following tasks are solved in the article: to investigate the essence and place of social and labor conflict in the system of social contradictions; provide a classification of conflicts in the social and labor sphere; to study the forms and methods of resolving social and labor conflicts: to analyze the success of conflict prevention in Ukrainian and foreign practice. The following methods are used: method of analysis and synthesis, classification-analytical method, abstract-logical method, historical-retrospective analysis and generalization. The following results were obtained: the concept of socio-economic conflict is clarified. The classification of conflicts is carried out, which gives an understanding of the nature and essence of conflict relations on the following grounds: the method of conflict resolution (antagonistic and compromise conflicts); spheres of conflict (political, social, economic, organizational conflicts); direction of impact (vertical and horizontal conflicts); degree of conflict confrontation (hidden and open conflicts); the number of participants in conflict interaction (intrapersonal, interpersonal, intergroup); needs (cognitive and interest conflicts). Structural and interpersonal methods for resolving conflict situations are defined. An analysis of the current state of resolution and prevention of labor conflicts in 2020 was conducted according to the National Service for Mediation and Reconciliation. Foreign experience in resolving labor disputes has proved the feasibility of developing the following ways to resolve labor disputes in Ukraine: with the help of special courts on labor and social security (sectoral justice); through civil proceedings in general courts; through conciliation and arbitration procedures. Conclusions: The analysis allowed to determine the essence of social and labor conflict as a form of social and labor relations at the micro, meso, and macro levels, which is manifested in the opposition of the subjects of the socio-economic sphere. Applying the gained world experience it is possible to reduce social tensions and to strengthen social and economic safety of the state.
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Studi Akurasi Karakteristik Retina sebagai Future Identification dengan Euclidean Distance Metrics
Authors: Irianto Suhendro Yusuf , Yulianto Ribut , Karnila Sri , Yuliawati Dona 
Published: June 2021

Penelitian ini menghasilkan sistem keamanan menggunakan biometrik, dengan menggunakan retina sebagai identitas pengenalan yang akurat, serta efektif untuk meningkatkan proses identifikasi pada retina dimasa depan (future identification). Hal ini sangat penting untuk menentukan keakuratan sifat biometrik apa yang paling baik di dalam proses mengidentifikasi di masa depan, sekaligus membangun suatu sistem aplikasi atau tools yang dapat digunakan untuk mengetahui karakteristik distance meterics untuk mengukur akurasi retina sebagai identitas dimasa depan (future identification). Penggunaan retina dapat menjadi salah satu alternatif identifikasi manusia seperti untuk pengganti PIN ATM Bank, Paspor dan bidang-bidang lain yang memerlukan tingkat keamanan tinggi atau mustahil untuk dapat dipalsukan. Hasil dari penelitian ini ialah berbentuk pengujian untuk membuktikan tingkat akurasi CBIR dengan menggunakan citra query dengan dibangun database sebanyak 5.000 citra retina. Metode yang akan digunakan dalam menentukan similarity dan identification dengan menggunakan fitur warna. Histogram warna untuk pencarian citra dikerjakan dengan mengitung jumlah koefisien DCT dari setiap warna. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa akurasi algoritma mendekati nilai 90%, akurasi ini cukup bagus di bidang image retrieval. Di lihat dari kecepatan proses retrieval juga cukup cepat dimana rata –rata kecepatan proses dengan menggunakan 2.000 citra digital adalah kurang dari 10 detik.
Rancang Bangun Sistem Informasi Rekam Medis Pasien Poliklinik UPN “Veteran” Jawa Timur
Authors: Mumpuni Retno , Anggraeny Fetty Tri , Fadillah Mochamad Nor , Munir Syahrul 
Published: June 2021

Perkembangan teknologi informasi di bidang kesehatan sangat pesat. Hal ini berpengaruh pada layanan kesehatan khususnya di poliklinik UPN Veteran Jawa Timur. Selama ini ketika pasien berobat ke poliklinik, pencatatan riwayat penyakit pasien masih dilakukan secara manual. Pencatatan secara manual membuat data rekam medis pasien tidak terorganisir dengan baik dan kurang sistematis. Hal ini membuat tenaga medis kesulitan dalam melakukan pecatatan dan pencarian data rekam medis pasien apabila pasien berobat kembali.Berangkat dari permasalahan tersebut diperlukan sistem informasi rekam medis pasien untuk mempermudah pihak poliklinik dalam mencatat dan mecari data rekam medis. Data rekam medis pasien digunakan untuk mengetahui riwayat penyakit pasien serta obat apa saja yang pernah diberikan kepada pasien. Dalam pembuatan sistem informasi rekam medis ini, menggunakan software development life cycle (SDLC) waterfall dan berbasis web. Sebelum membuat aplikasi ini, peneliti melakukan wawancara dan observasi terhadap terhadap dokter di poliklinik UPN Veteran Jatim. Implementasi program menggunakan DBMS MySQL dan framework CodeIgniter. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah sistem informasi poliklinik rekam medis pasien berbasis web. Dengan sistem rekam medis ini, diharapkan dapat mempermudah tenaga medis dalam mencatat dan mencari data rekam medis guna mengambil keputusan lebih lanjut dalam menangani pasien.
NATURE-LIKE CURVE MODELING
Authors: Korotkiy Viktor , Vitovtov Igor' 
Published: June 2021

A physical spline is called an elastic rod the cross- section dimensions of which are rather small as compared with the length and radius of its axis curvature. Such a rod when passing through specified points obtains in natural way a nature-like shape characterized with minimum energy of inner stresses and minimum mean curvature. A search for the equation of elastic line is a difficult mathematical problem having no elementary solution.
The work purpose: the development of the experimental-rated procedure for modeling a nature-like elastic curve passing through complanar points specified in advance.
The investigation methods: methods of piece-cubic interpolation based on the application of polynomial splines and compound curves specified by parametric equations. In the paper there are considered polynomial and parametric methods of the geometric modeling of the physical spline passing through the points specified in advance. The elastic line of the physical spline is obtained experimentally.
The investigation results: it is shown that unlike a polynomial model a parametrized model on the basis of Fergusson curve gives high accuracy of approximation if in basic points there are specified tangents to the elastic line of the physical spline with large deflections.
Novelty: there is offered a simplified method for the computation of factors of an approximating spline allowing the substitution of the 2n system of nonlinear equations (smoothness conditions) by the successive solution of n systems of two equations.
Conclusions: for the modeling of nature-like curves with large deflections there is offered the application of Fergusson cubic spline passing through specified points and touching the specified straight lines in these points. The error of the modeling of the natural elastic line with free ends at n=5 does not exceed 0.4%.
MILLING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASE BY MEANS OF HARD-ALLOY COMPOUND END MILLING CUTTERS
Authors: Mokrickiy Bori , Morozova Anna , Vereschagin Vladislav 
Published: June 2021

The investigation purpose: the effectiveness increase of hard-alloy end milling cutters at the expense of new milling cutter design development conventionally called compound milling cutters.
The problem solved during investigation: the reveal of the most efficient fields of compound milling cutter use.
The scientific novelty of the work: the formation of a new kind of hard-alloy end milling cutter design, to avoid milling cutter destruction in the place of shank end mounting in the chuck of the machine a shank end is made of structural steel and soldered with a hard-alloy cutting part of the milling cutter.
As a result of the investigation it was defined:
a) compound milling cutters compete with monolithic milling cutters in accuracy during billet production of parts at a lower cost of milling cutters;
b) a compound milling cutter with a diameter of 16 mm and a milling cutter length of 92 mm substitute successfully a monolithic milling cutter by production accuracy and ensures cost reduction of a product by 4%;
c) a compound milling cutter with a length of 220 mm as compared with a monolithic milling cutter ensures product cost reduction by 38% and applicable for general aims at engineering enterprises.