bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Impact of Iyengar Yoga on Quality of Life in Young Women With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Evans Subhadra , Moieni Mona , Lung Kirsten , Tsao Jennie , Sternlieb Beth , Taylor Mihaela , Zeltzer Lonnie 
Published: January 2013

Objective:
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, disabling disease that can greatly compromise health-related quality of life (HRQoL). The aim of this study was to assess the impact of a 6-week twice/week Iyengar yoga program on HRQoL of young adults with RA compared with a usual-care waitlist control group.

Methods:
The program was designed to improve the primary outcome of HRQoL including pain and disability and psychological functioning in patients. Assessments were collected pretreatment, posttreatment, and at 2 months after treatment. Weekly ratings of anxiety, depression, pain, and sleep were also recorded. A total of 26 participants completed the intervention (yoga=11; usual-care waitlist=15). All participants were female (mean age=28 y).

Results:
Overall attrition was low at 15%. On average, women in the yoga group attended 96% of the yoga classes. No adverse events were reported. Relative to the usual-care waitlist, women assigned to the yoga program showed significantly greater improvement on standardized measures of HRQoL, pain disability, general health, mood, fatigue, acceptance of chronic pain, and self-efficacy regarding pain at posttreatment. Almost half of the yoga group reported clinically meaningful symptom improvement. Analysis of the uncontrolled effects and maintenance of treatment effects showed improvements in HRQoL general health, pain disability, and weekly ratings of pain, anxiety, and depression were maintained at follow-up.

Conclusions:
The findings suggest that a brief Iyengar yoga intervention is a feasible and safe adjunctive treatment for young people with RA, leading to HRQoL, pain disability, fatigue, and mood benefits. Moreover, improvements in quality of life, pain disability, and mood persisted at the 2-month follow-up.
The MMP1 rs1799750 2G Allele is Associated With Increased Low Back Pain, Sciatica, and Disability After Lumbar Disk Herniation
Authors: Jacobsen Line M. , Schistad Elina I. , Storesund Anette , Pedersen Linda M. , Espeland Ansgar , Rygh Lars J. , Røe Cecilie , Gjerstad Johannes 
Published: January 2013

Objectives:
Previous studies indicate that genetic variants in genes encoding proteins like matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) enzymes may affect degeneration of the intervertebral disk. One such genetic variant is a single nucleotide polymorphism insertion in the promoter region of the MMP1 gene, that is, the MMP1 rs1799750 2G allele, which increases the MMP1 expression in vitro. In this study, we examined whether the MMP1 rs1799750 2G allele might be associated with disk degeneration and clinical outcome after lumbar disk herniation.

Materials and Methods:
A total of 260 patients with lumbar disk herniation and sciatic pain were included in this study and genotyped for the MMP1 rs1799750 2G allele.

Results:
The present data showed no differences in the frequency of the MMP1 2G allele in patients recently diagnosed with disk herniation compared with pain-free controls. Moreover, in the patients, the MMP1 2G allele was not directly related to the disk degeneration. However, our data demonstrated that the MMP1 2G allele was associated with both pain and disability, that is, increased visual analog scale score, McGill Pain Questionnaire score, and Oswestry Disability Index score. Clearly, the patients homozygous for the 2G allele had more pain and reduced function compared with those carrying the 1G allele.

Discussions:
Our findings suggest that the MMP1 rs1799750 2G/2G genotype may contribute to low back pain, sciatica, and disability after lumbar disk herniation.
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) Reduces Postsurgical Opioid Consumption in Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA)
Authors: Borckardt Jeffrey J. , Reeves Scott T. , Robinson Stefanie M. , May Joshua T. , Epperson Thomas I. , Gunselman Ryan J. , Schutte Harold Del , Demos Harry A. , Madan Alok , Fredrich Sarah , George Mark S. 
Published: January 2013

Background:
Although pain is often a symptom that precedes total knee arthroplasty (TKA), the procedure itself is associated with considerable postoperative pain lasting days to weeks. Postoperative pain control is an important factor in determining recovery time, hospital length of stay, and rehabilitation success. Several brain stimulation technologies including transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) have demonstrated promise as treatments for a variety of pain conditions. The present study examined the effects of 4 sessions of tDCS on post-TKA pain and opioid consumption.

Materials and Methods:
Forty patients undergoing unilateral TKA were randomly assigned to receive a total of 80 minutes of real (n=20) or sham tDCS (n=20) with the anode over the knee representation of the motor strip (C1h or C2h corresponding to the target knee) and cathode over the right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3; located by the EEG 10-20 System). Patient-controlled analgesia ( hydromorphone) use was tracked during the ∼48 hours postsurgery.

Results:
Patients in the real tDCS group used an average of 6.6 mg (SD=5.3) of patient-controlled analgesia hydromorphone, whereas those in the sham group used 12.3 mg (SD=6.6; t
37=2.93, P=0.006). Despite using less opioid medication, participants in the real tDCS group reported no pain exacerbation or worse mood with respect to those in the sham tDCS group.

Conclusions:
Results from this pilot feasibility study suggest that tDCS may be able to reduce post-TKA opioid requirements. Although these results are preliminary, the data support further research in the area of adjunctive cortical stimulation in the management of postsurgical pain.
Subcutaneous and Perineural Botulinum Toxin Type A For Neuropathic Pain
Authors: Fabregat Gustavo , De Andrés José , Villanueva-Pérez Vicente L. , Asensio-Samper Juan M. 
Published: January 2013

Objective:
Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin that has been widely used in chronic pain for the treatment of multiple conditions with a component of localized muscle spasm. Recent studies suggest that botulinum toxin is effective in the treatment of neuropathic pain syndromes such as postherpetic neuralgia or painful scars.

Methods:
We searched the PubMed and OvidSP databases. We also included cross-referencing bibliographies from primary and review articles.

Discussion:
In this descriptive review, we evaluate the usefulness, safety, and potential pathophysiological mechanism of botulinum toxin type A for treatment of painful disorders with neuropathic component such as postherpetic neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy, or trigeminal neuralgia.

Conclusions:
On the basis of the analysis of the reports published in the literature, it would seem that fractioned peripheral subcutaneous and perineural injections of botulinum toxin type A may be useful for the treatment of various chronic pain conditions with neuropathic component.
MULTIFOCAL CHOROIDITIS WITH PANUVEITIS IN A PATIENT WITH DISSEMINATED MYCOBACTERIUM AVIUM COMPLEX
Authors: Bhikoo Riyaz , Bevan Rob , Sims Joanne 
Published: January 2013

Purpose:
The authors present a case of multifocal choroiditis and panuveitis secondary to disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in a patient with human immunodeficiency virus/AIDS.

Method:
Case report and review of relevant literature.

Results:
A 48-year-old woman with human immunodeficiency virus was admitted for the work up of abdominal pain, fevers, and weight loss. She was noncompliant with antiretroviral therapy with a CD4 count of 30 × 106/L. She reported bilateral reduction in vision with corrected acuities of 6/18 in the right eye and 6/36 in the left eye. Bilateral granulomatous panuveitis with multifocal choroiditis was present. A vitreous biopsy of the left eye confirmed Mycobacterium avium complex, also identified on mycobacterium blood cultures. She was started on oral azithromycin and ethambutol, and after 6 months, her corrected acuities were 6/9 in the right eye bilaterally with an improvement in uveitis and choroiditis.

Conclusion:

Mycobacterium avium complex infection should be considered as a cause of visual impairment in patients with human immunodeficiency virus/AIDS. Early detection and prompt management are essential for the prevention of visual and other systemic complications.
TISSUE REMODELING IN A SURGICALLY REPAIRED MACULAR HOLE
Authors: Simon Sumu , Dhanapala Mangala , Gilhotra Jagjit S 
Published: January 2013

Purpose:
The authors report a case with early reopening, spontaneous closure, and delayed reopening with optical coherence tomography after successful repair to highlight the dynamic nature of tissue remodeling in surgically repaired macular holes.

Method:
Observational case report.

Result:
A 62-year-old woman underwent successful surgery for Grade IV macular hole. Five weeks postoperatively, the macular hole reopened but underwent spontaneous closure at 6 months of follow-up. Nine months later, there was reopening of the macular hole, which was surgically repaired.

Conclusion:
Successful macular hole repair warrants long-term observation due to the ongoing tissue remodeling.
Europeans and aquaculture: perceived differences between wild and farmed fish
Authors: Katrin Schlag Anne , Ystgaard Kaja 
Published: January 2013

PurposeFish is considered a healthy and pure food. However, modern aquaculture introduced a range of potentially controversial issues, which may impact public perceptions. The purpose of this paper is to compare consumer perceptions of the production and consumption of wild and farmed fish in Europe.Design/methodology/approachIn total, 28 focus groups were conducted in the capitals of seven European countries: France, Italy, Germany, Greece, Norway, Spain and the UK, between January‐March 2009. Data were analyzed with the qualitative software Atlas/ti.FindingsFocus group discussions centre on a broad range of themes: economic risks and benefits, environmental concerns, human health issues, trust and nature. Europeans weigh up the scientific risks and benefits of farmed versus wild fish. However, when considering non‐scientific concerns, such as trust and nature, consumers prefer wild to farmed fish. Respondents have less trust in the production and consumption of farmed fish than in their wild counterparts, as the former are perceived as unnatural and unfamiliar.Originality/valueResults have implications for the development of public communication strategies. The predicted growth of aquaculture highlights the importance of communicating the risks and benefits of farmed fish and fish farming effectively. The authors' findings show that a communication needs to incorporate moral and ethical risk dimensions, as these are the distinguishing areas leading to consumer preference of wild over farmed fish.
Characteristics of prebiotic food products containing inulin
Authors: Kuntz Marilyn G.F. , Fiates Giovanna M.R. , Teixeira Evanilda 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify food products being developed with the addition of the prebiotic inulin (a soluble, fermentable dietary fibre that stimulates the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon), in order to determine how its addition modifies their probiotic, physicochemical and sensory characteristics.Design/methodology/approachThe paper's approach is a systematic review of the Web of Science, Medline/Pubmed and Scielo‐Br electronic databases, from 2001 to 2011. Of the 256 abstracts initially retrieved, those reporting development of products containing inulin were included, while those regarding literature review, clinical investigations, inulin extraction and effects on the human body were excluded. Full papers of all the 28 studies identified as relevant to the aims of the review were then obtained.FindingsInulin quantities added to products varied from 1 to 32 per cent. Products containing inulin had improved microorganism counts and received either equal or better scores in sensory analysis tests. pH and colour of high fat content products were not significantly altered by inulin addition. Texture profile of high protein and carbohydrate content products was irregularly altered by inulin addition. Food composition was found to determine the necessary amount of inulin to induce the desired changes. Highest added quantities were observed in the group of products with high carbohydrate content.Originality/valueThe paper presents a compilation of information regarding inulin percentage needed to alter physicochemical and sensory characteristics of products with different protein, fat and carbohydrate content.
An automatic optical inspection system for measuring a microlens array with an optical interferometric microscope and genetic algorithm
Authors: Yang Shih‐Wei , Lin Chern‐Sheng , Lin Shir‐Kuan , Fu Shu‐Hsien , Yeh Mau‐Shiun 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to propose an automatic optical inspection system for measuring the surface profile of a microlens array.Design/methodology/approachThe system set‐up was constructed according to the principle of the Fizeau interferometer. After capturing the ring interference fringe images of the microlens with a camera, the diameter, profile information and optical properties were analyzed through a microlens surface profile algorithm using innovative image pre‐processing with a precision of less than 0.09 micron.FindingsBy integrating with the genetic algorithm, the XY‐Table shortest moving path of the system is calculated to achieve the purpose of high‐speed inspection and automatic microlens array surface profile measurement.Originality/valueThe measurement results of this system were also compared with other systems, including the atomic force microscope and stylus profiler, to verify the measurement precision and accuracy of this system.
It's not what you know, it's who you know: CEO‐director social connections and the effectiveness of boards of directors
Authors: Dang Nguyen Bang 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe aim of this viewpoint paper is to discuss the impact of social ties between chief executive officers (CEOs) and board directors.Design/methodology/approachThis is a viewpoint paper, which looks at social ties between CEOs and board directors.FindingsThe paper finds that diversifying candidate backgrounds and giving shareholders more power in nominating directors might lead to more independent and more effective boards.Originality/valueThe paper discusses the findings of research carried out at Judge Business School, which suggests that a broader selection committee for appointing directors increases the likelihood of an effective, impartial board.
User perception and use of OPAC: a comparison of three universities in the Punjab region of India
Authors: Kumar Shiv , Vohra Ranjana 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate the manner and purposes for which users search the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) in the University Libraries of India. The study is a comparative analysis of the use of OPAC in three universities located, in the Union Territory of Chandigarh and Punjab, a northern state of India.Design/methodology/approachA structured questionnaire was developed, designed and distributed among 500 respondents in the three universities after conducting a suitable pilot study and pre‐testing the tools of investigation. There were 384 (76.8 per cent) respondents who returned the filled‐in questionnaires. The data, thus collected, were compiled, processed and analyzed with the aid of the SPSS package (version 14.0).FindingsUsers in all three universities were found to be in regular use of OPAC in the libraries. This usage frequency was despite the fact that the users had encountered a number of problems while doing this. Contrary to expectations, however, there is a great degree of similarity in the results obtained especially with regard to the various aspects examined in connection with the use of OPAC in three different libraries.Originality/valueOPAC has an important place in university libraries. The findings have strong policy implications in the fact that they will help the library community to improve the current OPAC facility usage in university libraries in India as well as in other developing countries.
Factors hindering acceptance of using cloud services in university: a case study
Authors: Wu Wei‐Wen , Lan Lawrence W. , Lee Yu‐Ting 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to propose a novel evaluation framework to explore the “root causes” that hinder the acceptance of using internal cloud services in a university.Design/methodology/approachThe proposed evaluation framework incorporates the duo‐theme DEMATEL (decision making trial and evaluation laboratory) with TAM (technology acceptance model). The operational procedures were proposed and tested on a university during the post‐implementation phase after introducing the internal cloud services.FindingsAccording to the results, clear understanding and operational ease under the theme perceived ease of use (PEOU) are more imperative; whereas improved usefulness and productivity under the theme perceived usefulness (PU) are more urgent to foster the usage of internal clouds in the case university.Research limitations/implicationsBased on the findings, some intervention activities were suggested to enhance the level of users' acceptance of internal cloud solutions in the case university. However, the results should not be generalized to apply to other educational establishments.Practical implicationsTo reduce the resistance from using internal clouds, some necessary intervention activities such as developing attractive training programs, creating interesting workshops, and rewriting user friendly manual or handbook are recommended.Originality/valueThe novel two‐theme DEMATEL has greatly contributed to the conventional one‐theme DEMATEL theory. The proposed two‐theme DEMATEL procedures were the first attempt to evaluate the acceptance of using internal clouds in university. The results have provided manifest root‐causes under two distinct themes, which help derive effectual intervention activities to foster the acceptance of usage of internal clouds in a university.
Implementation of e‐Government at the local level in underdeveloped countries
Authors: Paroški Milan , Konjović Zora , Surla Dušan 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to collect and articulate experiences acquired in implementation of e‐Government in Autonomous Province of Vojvodina (Serbia) aimed at speeding up diminution of the gap in the level of local e‐Government development when compared to the developed countries, while taking into consideration the main constraints that are attributable to underdeveloped countries.Design/methodology/approachContemporary methodologies were used for the project design and implementation of the communication and information infrastructure, accompanied with international and domestic good practices related to the development of e‐Government.FindingsBased on the strategic recommendations related to ICT policy and standards, and annual operating plans, in the first five‐year period (2005‐2010) the level of the ICT deployment in the operation of AP Vojvodina Assembly and Government was achieved that is close to the level of e‐Government in the developed countries in early 2006. The computer communication network was developed in the buildings of AP Vojvodina Assembly and Government and electronic communication was fully embraced within that network (2007). All activities pertaining to sessions of the Government of AP Vojvodina are conducted electronically, without paper documents (2007), and the electronic voting system was implemented in sessions of the AP Vojvodina Assembly (2009). Several public electronic services were implemented: Library (2006), Portal APV (2007), Records and Archives Office (2010), Legal Regulations and Judicial Practice (2009), Distance Learning (2009) and Access to Records from Sessions of AP Vojvodina Government (2010). Another important result is development of the system aimed at improving IT literacy for all employees in provincial administrative bodies. The results indicate that the creative leadership, careful planning and strict management of implementation plans which are based on precise goals could facilitate a speedy development of e‐Government even under severe constraints in financial and technical resources.Originality/valueRecommendations were made for the development of e‐Government at the local level, to ensure interoperability with subordinate and superior e‐Governments. Recommendations contain models of computer communication networks, software architectures, programme platforms and the strategy for implementation of e‐Government.
Incorporating KM education into LIS curriculum: perspectives from LIS academics
Authors: Roknuzzaman  , Umemoto Katsuhiro 
Published: January 2013

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how and to what extent knowledge management (KM) has been incorporated into the library and information science (LIS) curriculum.Design/methodology/approachThe study is conducted using an e‐mail questionnaire survey of LIS academics world‐wide who adopted KM education in their schools. Based on a preliminary survey of 600 LIS schools' homepages, a structured questionnaire is sent out to 106 LIS academics via e‐mail. In total, 58 filled‐in questionnaires are received, of which 57 are valid for analysis. The analysis follows a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches of research with a primary focus on qualitative analysis.FindingsLIS has assimilated the core content of KM based on the combination of varying proportions of major perspectives and skill‐sets of KM with an emphasis on information management and information technology‐oriented courses. The study also finds that LIS has incorporated KM following a partial adoption process through mutual borrowing of knowledge between LIS and KM.Research limitations/implicationsMany LIS schools, especially from non‐English speaking countries, do not come under investigation due to their lack of web accessibility.Practical implicationsThis paper reinforces the curriculum renovation of LIS with the incorporation of KM. It suggests a strong interdisciplinary collaboration with other disciplines having KM interests, and the adoption of a balanced approach to KM that would consider wider audiences and market demand.Originality/valueThe study presents the practical experiences of LIS academics who adopted KM education. The study also explores the concept of “mutual borrowing of knowledge” between LIS and KM.