bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effects of a dynamic core stability program on the biomechanics of cutting maneuvers: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Whyte E. F. , Richter C. , O'Connor S. , Moran K. A. 
Published: June 2017

Deficits in trunk control predict ACL injuries which frequently occur during high‐risk activities such as cutting. However, no existing trunk control/core stability program has been found to positively affect trunk kinematics during cutting activities. This study investigated the effectiveness of a 6‐week dynamic core stability program (DCS) on the biomechanics of anticipated and unanticipated side and crossover cutting maneuvers. Thirty‐one male, varsity footballers participated in this randomized controlled trial. Three‐dimensional trunk and lower limb biomechanics were captured in a motion analysis laboratory during the weight acceptance phase of anticipated and unanticipated side and crossover cutting maneuvers at baseline and 6‐week follow‐up. The DCS group performed a DCS program three times weekly for 6 weeks in a university rehabilitation room. Both the DCS and control groups concurrently completed their regular practice and match play. Statistical parametric mapping and repeated measures analysis of variance were used to determine any group (DCS vs control) by time (pre vs post) interactions. The DCS resulted in greater internal hip extensor (P=.017, η2=0.079), smaller internal knee valgus (P=.026, η2=0.076), and smaller internal knee external rotator moments (P=.041, η2=0.066) during anticipated side cutting compared with the control group. It also led to reduced posterior ground reaction forces for all cutting activities (P=.015‐.030, η2=0.074‐0.105). A 6‐week DCS program did not affect trunk kinematics, but it did reduce a small number of biomechanical risk factors for ACL injury, predominantly during anticipated side cutting. A DCS program could play a role in multimodal ACL injury prevention programs.
A comparison of hematology, plasma chemistry, and injuries in Hickory shad (Alosa mediocris) captured by electrofishing or angling during a spawning run
Authors: Matsche Mark A. , Rosemary Kevin , Stence Charles P. 
Published: June 2017

BackgroundDeclines in Hickory shad (Alosa mediocris) populations in Chesapeake Bay have prompted efforts at captive propagation of wild broodfish for stock enhancement and research.ObjectiveThe objectives of this study were to evaluate injuries sustained, and immediate and delayed (24 hours) effects on blood variables related to 2 fish capturing methods (electrofishing [EF] and angling).MethodsBlood specimens were collected from fish immediately following capture by EF and angling (n = 40 per sex and capture method) from the Susquehanna River (MD,USA). Additional fish (n = 25 per sex and capture method) were collected on the same day, placed in holding tanks and bled 24 hours following capture. Blood data that were non‐Gaussian in distribution were transformed (Box–Cox), and effects of sex, method of capture, and holding time were tested usingANOVAwith general linear models. Fish were evaluated for injuries by necropsy and radiography.ResultsSex‐specific differences were observed forRBC,HGB,PCV,MCH,MCHC, total proteins (TP), globulins, glucose, calcium,AST,CK, and lactate, whileRBC,HGB,PCV,MCV,MCH,MCHC,TP, albumin, globulins, glucose, potassium, sodium,AST,CK, and lactate differed significantly by fish capturing method. Electrofishing may have induced greater disruption in blood variables, but mortality (4%) was not significantly different compared to angling.ConclusionsElectrofishing for Hickory shad using a constantDCvoltage resulted in numerous hematologic and biochemical changes, with no additional injuries or deaths compared to angling. Capture method must be considered when evaluating fish condition, and blood variables should be partitioned by sex during spawning season.
The use of therapeutic plasma exchange to reduce serum bilirubin in a dog with kernicterus
Authors: Tovar Tricia , Deitschel Sarah , Guenther Christine 
Published: June 2017

AbstractObjectiveTo describe the use of a manual method of therapeutic plasma exchange to reduce total serum bilirubin, manage kernicterus, and halt progression of neurological dysfunction in a dog with immune‐mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA).Case SummaryA 5‐year‐old male neutered Lhasa Apso diagnosed with IMHA developed acute onset neurologic signs consistent with kernicterus. Manual therapeutic plasma exchange was performed in an attempt to reduce total serum bilirubin. The initial exchange was performed at a lower plasma exchange volume due to the dog's critical status and the dog's clinical signs progressed. More aggressive plasma exchange was performed that resulted in a reduction in total serum bilirubin and no further progression of neurologic signs. The dog was euthanized due to suspicion of permanent neurologic changes and need for further blood transfusions. Histopathology postmortem confirmed a diagnosis of kernicterus.New or Unique Information ProvidedKernicterus secondary to hyperbilirubinemia is well described in people, but has rarely been reported in dogs. Therapeutic plasma exchange has been used for decades in people to rapidly decrease serum bilirubin when hyperbilirubinemia progresses to neurologic signs, but to the authors’ knowledge this has not been described in a dog.
Effects of Hip Strengthening on Neuromuscular Control, Hip Strength, and Self-Reported Functional Deficits in Individuals With Chronic Ankle Instability
Authors: Smith Brent I. , Curtis Denice , Docherty Carrie L. 
Published: June 2017

Context: Deficits in ankle and hip strength and lower-extremity postural control are associated with chronic ankle instability (CAI). Following strength training, muscle groups demonstrate increased strength. This change is partially credited to improved neuromuscular control, and many studies have investigated ankle protocols for subjects with CAI. The effects of isolating hip musculature in strength training protocols in this population are not well understood. Objective: To examine the effects of hip strengthening on clinical and self-reported outcomes in patients with CAI. Design: Prospective randomized controlled clinical trial. Setting: Athletic training facility. Participants: Twenty-six participants with CAI (12 males and 14 females; age = 20.9 [1.5] y, height = 170.0 [12.7] cm, and mass = 77.5 [17.5] kg) were randomly assigned to training or control groups. Intervention: Participants completed either 4 weeks of supervised hip strengthening (resistance bands 3 times a week) or no intervention. Main Outcome Measures: Participants were assessed on 4 clinical measures (Star Excursion Balance Test in the anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions; Balance Error Scoring System; hip external rotation strength; and hip abduction strength) and a patient-reported measure (the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure activities of daily living and sports subscales) before and after the 4-week training period. Results: The training group displayed significantly improved posttest measures compared with the control group for hip abduction strength (training: 446.3 [77.4] N, control: 314.7 [49.6] N, P < .01); hip external rotation strength (training: 222.1 [48.7] N, control: 169.4 [34.6] N, P < .01); Star Excursion Balance Test reach in the anterior (training: 93.1% [7.4%], control: 90.2% [7.9%], P < .01), posteromedial (training: 96.3% [8.9%], control: 88.0% [8.8%], P < .01), and posterolateral (training: 95.4% [11.1%], control: 86.6% [9.6%], P < .01) directions; Balance Error Scoring System total errors (training: 9.9 [6.3] errors, control: 21.2 [6.3] errors, P < .01); and the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure-sports score (training: 88.0 [12.6], control: 84.8 [10.9], P < .01). Conclusion: Improved clinical and patient-reported outcomes in the training group suggest hip strengthening is beneficial in the management and prevention of recurrent symptoms associated with CAI.
Acute Compensatory Responses to Interrupting Prolonged Sitting With Intermittent Activity in Preadolescent Children
Authors: O’Sullivan Molly P. , Nagy Matthew R. , Block Shannon S. , Tooley Trevor R. , Robinson Leah E. , Colabianchi Natalie , Hasson Rebecca E. 
Published: June 2017

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of intermittent activity performed at varying intensities and of prolonged sitting on physical activity compensation. Methods: A total of 33 children (14 boys and 19 girls; age 7–11 y; 24% overweight/obese; 61% nonwhite) completed 4 experimental conditions in random order: 8 hours of sitting interrupted with 20 two-minute low-, moderate-, or high-intensity activity breaks or 20 two-minute sedentary computer game breaks. Physical activity energy expenditure (PAEE) was assessed via accelerometry to establish baseline PAEE and throughout each condition day (8-h in-lab PAEE, out-of-lab PAEE, and 3-d postcondition). Results: Compared with baseline PAEE, total daily PAEE was significantly higher during the high-intensity condition day (153 ± 43 kcal, P = .03), unchanged during the low-intensity (−40 ± 23 kcal, P > .05) and moderate-intensity condition days (−11 ± 18 kcal, P > .05), and decreased in response to prolonged sitting (−79 ± 22 kcal, P = .03). There were no significant differences in PAEE 3-day postcondition across conditions (P > .05). Conclusion: Despite the varying levels of PAEE accumulated during the 8-hour laboratory conditions, out-of-lab PAEE during each condition day and 3-day postcondition did not change from the baseline. These findings provide preliminary evidence that spontaneous physical activity in children does not change in response to intermittent activity or prolonged sitting.
Implantation of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell–Derived Tracheal Epithelial Cells
Authors: Ikeda Masakazu , Imaizumi Mitsuyoshi , Yoshie Susumu , Nakamura Ryosuke , Otsuki Koshi , Murono Shigeyuki , Omori Koichi 
Published: June 2017

Objectives: Compared with using autologous tissue, the use of artificial materials in the regeneration of tracheal defects is minimally invasive. However, this technique requires early epithelialization on the inner side of the artificial trachea. After differentiation from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), tracheal epithelial tissues may be used to produce artificial tracheas. Herein, we aimed to demonstrate that after differentiation from fluorescent protein-labeled iPSCs, tracheal epithelial tissues survived in nude rats with tracheal defects. Methods: Red fluorescent tdTomato protein was electroporated into mouse iPSCs to produce tdTomato-labeled iPSCs. Embryoid bodies derived from these iPSCs were then cultured in differentiation medium supplemented with growth factors, followed by culture on air-liquid interfaces for further differentiation into tracheal epithelium. The cells were implanted with artificial tracheas into nude rats with tracheal defects on day 26 of cultivation. On day 7 after implantation, the tracheas were exposed and examined histologically. Results: Tracheal epithelial tissue derived from tdTomato-labeled iPSCs survived in the tracheal defects. Moreover, immunochemical analyses showed that differentiated tissues had epithelial structures similar to those of proximal tracheal tissues. Conclusions: After differentiation from iPSCs, tracheal epithelial tissues survived in rat bodies, warranting the use of iPSCs for epithelial regeneration in tracheal defects.
The effect of peer-led self-management education programmes for adolescents with asthma: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Zhong Connie S , Melendez-Torres GJ 
Published: June 2017

Background: Adolescents with asthma face unique challenges due to hormonal changes, psychosocial development and healthcare transition. Peer-led self-management programmes may increase treatment adherence and social adjustment by addressing these challenges. The purpose of this study was to assess whether peer-led self-management programmes improve health outcomes for adolescents with asthma. Methods: Sixteen databases were searched in May 2015 for published and unpublished studies. Studies had to be randomised controlled trials (RCTs), include participants aged 10–19 years old with asthma, use a peer-led educational intervention that addressed self-management of asthma, and report a measure of health status or behaviour as an outcome. Trial quality and data extraction were based on pre-specified criteria. Results were pooled using a random-effects model with mean differences (MDs). Subgroup analysis was not possible due to limited data. Results: Of the 1,887 articles retrieved, 4 studies ( n = 1,937 participants) met the inclusion criteria. One study was excluded from meta-analysis due to unextractable data. There was a small, statistically non-significant increase in participants’ quality of life (MD = 0.70, 95% confidence interval [CI] = −0.29, 1.69, p = .16), and a small, statistically non-significant decrease in lung function (MD = −1.36, 95% CI = −9.98, 7.26, p = .76). In one RCT, interventions reduced asthma symptoms and improved self-management. Scarcity of data made meta-analysis unfeasible, and studies had unclear or high risk of bias. Discussion: There is limited evidence that peer-led self-management programmes improve quality of life or lung function for adolescents with asthma. RCTs investigating more diverse and longer term outcomes are needed.
Upper Extremity Muscle Activity During In-Phase and Anti-Phase Continuous Pushing Tasks
Authors: Gruevski Kristina M. , Hodder Joanne N. , Keir Peter J. 
Published: June 2017

Objective: To determine the effect of anti-phase, in-phase bimanual and unimanual simulated industrial pushing tasks and frequency on upper extremity muscle activity. Background: Research investigating symmetrical (in-phase) and asymmetrical (anti-phase) pushing exertions is limited despite a high prevalence in industry. Methods: Fifteen female participants completed five pushing tasks using a dual handle apparatus at three frequencies: 15 cycles per minute (cpm), 30 cpm, and self-selected. Tasks included two bimanual symmetrical pushes (constrained and unconstrained), two bimanual asymmetrical pushes (reciprocating and continuous), and one right unimanual push. Surface electromyography (EMG) from the right anterior, middle, and posterior deltoid (AD, MD, and PD); right and left trapezius (RT and LT); right pectoralis major (PM); and right and left external obliques (REO and LEO) was collected and normalized to maximum voluntary effort. Results: There was a task by frequency interaction in the AD, MD, PD, and RT ( p < .005), where activity in AD, MD, and PD was highest in the continuous task at 15 cpm, but activity was similar across task in 30 cpm and self-selected. Muscle activity coefficient of variation was lowest during continuous task across all frequencies. Conclusion: Continuous, anti-phase pushes and constrained, in-phase pushes had the highest muscle activity demands and the least amount of variability in muscle activity and therefore may present the greatest risk of injury. Application: Anti-phase pushing is known to have a greater cognitive demand, and this study demonstrated that it also has a greater physical demand when performed continuously.
Corporate Sustainability Performance and Financial Performance: Empirical Evidence from Japan and India
Authors: Laskar Najul , Chakraborty Tapan Kumar , Maji Santi Gopal 
Published: June 2017

Purpose The purpose of this article is to explore the disclosure of corporate sustainability (CS) practices and to examine the association between sustainability performance and financial performance in Asian context considering firms from India and Japan. Design/methodology/approach The present study is based on secondary data collected from annual reports and CS reports of 28 and 35 listed non-financial firms from India and Japan from 2009 to 2014. Content analysis (binary coding system) is employed to calculate the sustainability disclosure score based on Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI) framework. Market-to-book ratio is used to measure the financial performance. These scores are further used to examine the impact of CS performance on financial performance employing both the panel data model and logit regression model. Findings The study finds that the average level of disclosure is more in case of Japanese firm as compared to Indian firms. Using both the regression model, the study finds the influence of CS performance on financial performance is positive and significant for both the nations. However, the influence of CS performance is more in case of Japan than that of India. Moreover, the study also reveals that environmental factor is more dominating in influencing the financial performance in Japan. Whereas, in India, it is the social factor that dominates the financial performance. Originality/value It is the first comprehensive study in Asia analyzing the CS practices using both the panel data regression model and logit regression model.
An initial psychometric evaluation of the German PROMIS v1.2 Physical Function item bank in patients with a wide range of health conditions
Authors: Liegl Gregor , Rose Matthias , Correia Helena , Fischer H Felix , Kanlidere Sibel , Mierke Annett , Obbarius Alexander , Nolte Sandra 
Published: June 2017

Objectives: To translate the PROMIS Physical Function (PF) item bank version 1.2 into German and to investigate psychometric properties of resulting full bank and seven derived short forms. Design: Cross-sectional psychometric study. Setting: Inpatient and outpatient clinics of the Department of Psychosomatic Medicine at Charité–Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany. Subjects: A total of 10 adult patients with various chronic diseases participated in cognitive debriefing interviews. The final item bank was administered to n = 266 adult patients with a broad range of medical conditions. Interventions: Patient-reported outcome assessment as part of routine care. Main measures: PROMIS v1.2 PF bank; MOS SF-36 PF scale (PF-10). Results: Cross-cultural adaptation of the item bank followed established guidelines. For the final German translation, the corrected item-total correlations ranged from 0.44 to 0.84. Cronbach’s alpha was high for each PROMIS PF short form ( α = 0.88–0.96). The full PROMIS PF bank and most short forms correlated highly with the SF-36 PF-10 ( r = 0.85–0.90), with the exception of PROMIS Upper Extremity ( r = 0.64). PROMIS Upper Extremity showed ceiling effects and lower agreement with the full bank than other short forms. Unidimensionality was supported for all PROMIS PF measures using traditional factor analysis and nonparametric item response theory. Conclusion: The German PROMIS PF bank was found to be conceptually equivalent to the English version and fulfilled the psychometric requirements for use of short forms in clinical practice. Future studies should pay particular attention to samples with upper extremity functional limitations to further investigate the dimensional structure of PF as conceptualized according to PROMIS.
On the violation of hospitalized patients’ rights: A qualitative study
Authors: Khademi Mojgan , Mohammadi Eesa , Vanaki Zohreh 
Published: June 2017

Background: Nurses have always been known as an advocate for the rights of patients. The recognition of what is perceived as the violation of patients’ rights can help nurses to understand patients’ concerns and priorities. Thus, it helps nurses play their supportive roles more effectively. Objective: The aim of this study was to explore different dimensions of the violation of patients’ rights. Research design: Data were collected utilizing unstructured interviews and field notes. Data analysis was conducted using the qualitative content analysis approach. Prolonged engagement, maximum variation sampling, and member check were among the factors which enriched the research. Participants and research context: The sample consisted of 18 patients and 11 members of their families. They were purposively selected from two hospitals in Tehran during 2009–2012. Ethical considerations: The research was approved by the Ethics Committee of the university and hospitals. Finding: The patients’ rights were violated in a variety of ways. There were three main dimensions to this issue: (a) care recession including deprivation of the caregiver’s presence and the delay/lack of needed responses; (b) receiving mechanical care including superficiality, lack of emotion, and failure to understand the situation; and (c) being disrespected including humility and aggression. Conclusion: The patients and their families consider any shortcomings in relation to the patient and the quality of care as the violation of the rights. The findings of the study imply sensitizing managers toward providing appropriate conditions as well as educating nurses to observe patients’ rights. It is suggested that the processes leading to the violation of patients’ rights be discovered and prevented in the future.
Hybrid Treatment of Extracranial Carotid Artery Disease
Authors: Bozzay Joseph , Broce Mike , Mousa Albeir Y. 
Published: June 2017

Objective: High-degree stenosis of both innominate (IA) or left common carotid artery (CCA) and carotid bifurcation is uncommon but still represents a significant challenge to interventionists in many aspects including techniques, timing, and priority. There are several strategies for intervention that have been reported in the literature. A well-described, less-invasive strategy for extracranial tandem carotid lesions is concomitant carotid endarterectomy (CEA) with retrograde carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS). In this study, we examine intermediate-term outcomes of this hybrid procedure and review other described treatments. Methods: Electronic medical records of all patients who underwent hybrid (ostial CAS and CEA) procedures in a tertiary center over the last 10 years were reviewed. High-degree stenosis of the IA or CCA was defined according to North American Symptomatic Carotid Endarterectomy Trial criteria. Results: A total of 6 patients were identified. The population included 4 males and 2 females with a median age of 65 years. Five patients were symptomatic and all had stenosis >75% by angiography. Five of the patients underwent left CEA with proximal stenting and one patient underwent right-sided CEA with proximal stenting. Combined 30-day mortality and stroke rate was 0%. No restenosis, stroke, heart attack, or death occurred during a follow-up range of 1 to 36 months (mean 12.8 months, median 7.8 months). Conclusion: The combined CEA with retrograde stenting for tandem extracranial lesion procedure is safe and feasible, with adequate intermediate-term outcomes consistent with the recent literature.
Outcomes of repair of the lacerated A2 pulley with extensor retinaculum during primary flexor tendon repair
Authors: El-Shebly A. , El Fahar M. , Mohammed H. , Bahaa Eldin A. 
Published: June 2017

We report outcomes of repairing the lacerated A2 pulley with extensor retinaculum graft in ten patients (ten fingers) during primary flexor tendon repair in zone 2. Complete A2 pulley lacerations were found in eight fingers and partial A2 pulley laceration in two. We extended the laceration in the sheath to the middle of the A4 or A1 pulley to allow tendon repair with a four-strand core suture. The A2 pulley was reconstructed with an extensor retinaculum graft. All patients followed the early controlled active mobilization protocol and recovered active range of motion at the interphalangeal joints without major extension deficits. Using the Strickland and Glogovac criteria, there were four excellent, five good and one fair result. One finger was graded excellent, eight good, and one fair according to Tang’s criteria. No clinical bowstringing was observed. We conclude that extensive pulley lacerations reconstructed with extensor retinaculum primarily ensure functional recovery after tendon repair. Level of evidence: IV