bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
“ANYTHING WOULD BE A WIN IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING.” – EXPLORING EXERCISE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN PEOPLE LIVING WITH IDIOPATHIC HYPERSOMNIA
Authors: Doukakis Mr Jeff , Rooney Associate Professor Kieron , Sivam Dr Sheila , Yee Professor Brendon , Saini Professor Bandana , Machan (Cayanan) Dr Elizabeth 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION
Idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) is a debilitating sleep condition characterised by excessive daytime sleepiness. The potential to moderate symptoms through lifestyle factors such as physical activity has not been explored, and current management focuses on medication. Exercise reduces fatigue and increases energy in the general population, and while some publications note physical activity as a potential avenue to manage symptoms of IH, there is no specific evidence related to exercise in this condition. The aim of this project was to explore the experiences of people living with IH in relation to: self-efficacy and exercise, exercise for symptom management, diagnosis related sources of information to support exercise, perceived ideal exercise prescription and the interaction between exercise and current management strategies and treatment approaches.

METHODS
Qualitative data was collected through semi-structured interviews with 14 participants. This was transcribed and analysed using a modified codebook analysis to construct overarching themes and subthemes.

RESULTS
Three overarching themes were constructed. The first theme described a lack of exercise advice, outlined the interaction between exercise and condition management strategies and symptoms and outlined the diverse range of activities people with IH engage with. The second theme explored the positive and negative factors of exercise self-efficacy, as well as reported barriers and facilitators of exercise. The third theme “A consumer-led exercise prescription” details a best practice (FITT) potential exercise prescription informed by the opinions and experiences of people with IH.

DISCUSSION
This is the first study exploring exercise and physical activity in people living with IH. It provides valuable insight regarding potential future exercise interventions for clinicians, future researchers and people living with IH.
PATIENTS WITH FEMOROACETABULAR IMPINGEMENT SYNDROME OBTAIN SIGNIFICANT AND SUSTAINED IMPROVEMENT FOLLOWING A COMBINED HIP INJECTION AND REHABILITATION PROGRAM
Authors: Woodhouse Ms Jen , Ebert Dr Jay , Edwards Dr Peter , Aujla Mr Randeep , D’Alessandro Mr Peter 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION
Initial treatment recommendations for symptomatic femoroacetabular impingement syndrome include non-surgical therapies such as injections and rehabilitation. However, many patients undergo isolated injections or a rudimentary exercise regime. This study investigated the benefit of a combined intra-articular hip injection and structured exercise rehabilitation program in patients with FAIS.

METHODS
Participants were recruited and underwent a guided intra-articular injection of corticosteroid and local anaesthetic, followed by a 12-week rehabilitation program. Patients were assessed pre-and post-injection(8 weeks, 4, 6, 12 and 24 months) via patient-reported outcome measures including the 33-item International Hip Outcome Tool and Hip Outcome score. Hip ROM and peak isometric hip strength in all planes were assessed, along with single-limb hop capacity. Limb Symmetry Indices were calculated. The percentage of patients transitioning toward surgery over the period was evaluated.

RESULTS
A total of 44 patients underwent the injection and completed the initial 8-week rehabilitation component. A significant improvement (p&lt;0.05) in all PROMs was observed, with 93% of patients satisfied. A significant increase (p&lt;0.05) in all active hip ROM and isometric strength measures was observed, sustained over the 24-month period. Bilateral improvements in hop capacity were observed, with all hop test LSIs significantly improving (p&lt;0.05). Overall, 14 patients (32%) progressed toward surgical intervention over the 24-month post-injection period. These patients reported significantly worse (p&lt;0.05) PROMs pre-surgery and more pain within the first 4 weeks post-injection.

CONCLUSION
This is the first study seeking to implement and comprehensively assess a best-practice, multimodal non-operative program consisting of an intra-articular injection and a structured exercise program. Most patients with symptomatic FAIS demonstrated significant improvement in symptoms.
POTENTIAL IMPACT OF EXERCISE UPON SYMPTOM BURDEN IN ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS UNDERGOING CANCER TREATMENT
Authors: Munsie Dr Claire , Ebert Dr Jay , Joske Professor David , Collins Jo , Ackland Prof Tim 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) experience vast symptom burden resulting from cancer treatment-related toxicities (TRTs). Evidence supports exercise to mitigate several TRTs in other cohorts, however evidence in AYAs is lacking. Conventional reporting of TRTs adopts a maximum grade approach failing to recognise the trajectory over time or lower grade toxicities. Alternatively, longitudinal analysis of toxicities over time (ToxT) may provide clinically meaningful summaries of this data. We evaluated the longitudinal impact of an exercise intervention on TRTs in AYAs undergoing cancer treatment.

METHODS
A prospective, randomised trial allocated participants to a 10-week exercise intervention (EG) or control group (CG) undergoing usual care. Detailed information on TRTs was collected throughout the intervention. All TRTs were graded per the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE v5.0).

RESULTS
Forty-three (43) participants (63% male, mean age 21.1 years) were enrolled. When categorised to reflect the maximal worst grade experienced (Grade 0, Grade 1-2 and ≥Grade 3), the CG reported an increased incidence of severe fatigue (≥Grade 3) compared with the EG (p=0.05). No other differences between groups were evident (p&gt;0.05). ToxT analysis of the four most common toxicities (fatigue, pain, nausea and mood disturbances) demonstrated no difference in the mean grade of each over time (p&gt;0.05). Additionally, area under the curve (AUC) analysis revealed trends towards a higher magnitude of fatigue (mean AUC 12.5 vs 11.1 p=0.11) and mood disturbances (mean AUC 7.2 vs 5.7 p=0.28) over time in the CG. No differences were evident for pain and nausea between groups (p&gt;0.05).

CONCLUSION
A 10-week exercise intervention reduces the severity of fatigue in AYAs undergoing treatment. While the ToxT approach provided insight into the toxicity profile, adequately powered studies are needed to better understand these differences within a homogeneous sample
ARE THE ATTITUDES AND BELIEFS OF AUSTRALIAN EXERCISE-BASED PRACTITIONERS ASSOCIATED WITH THEIR USE OF, AND CONFIDENCE IN, TREATMENT MODALITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN?
Authors: Gibbs Dr Mitchell T. , Jones Matthew D 
Published: May 2024

BACKGROUND
Practitioners’ attitudes and beliefs towards chronic low back pain (CLBP) influence their clinical decision making, but few studies have investigated decision making outside the context of patient vignettes, for a range of first- and second-line treatment options for CLBP, or in Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs).

METHODS
Using an online survey, Australian AEPs and physiotherapists rated their use of different treatments for CLBP (exercise, education, manual therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy) and their confidence in these treatments for reducing pain and disability. Their biomedical and biopsychosocial beliefs were also assessed using the Pain and Attitudes Beliefs Scale for Physiotherapists. Differences between disciplines in treatment use and confidence were analysed using Mann-Whitney U tests and independent t-tests, respectively. Multiple linear regression was used to explore factors associated with treatment choices.

RESULTS
Two-hundred thirty-three practitioners (n=143 physiotherapists, n=90 AEPs) completed the survey. Most practitioners were confident treating CLBP, had a moderate-high level of confidence in the different treatments, and regularly used them in practice. Practitioners with higher biomedical beliefs had greater use of, and confidence in, specific exercise, manual therapy, and combined exercise and manual therapy. Practitioners with higher biopsychosocial beliefs were more confident in general exercise, cognitive behavioural therapy, pain education and combined exercise and pain education.

CONCLUSION
Practitioner beliefs influence their use of, and confidence in, different treatments for CLBP. These findings suggest a need for strategies to enhance biopsychosocial beliefs/reduce biomedical beliefs in Australian exercise-based practitioners.
HOW HAS KIDS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PREVIOUSLY BEEN MEASURED IN AUSTRALIA? AND WHAT QUESTIONS COULD WE USE IN THE FUTURE?
Authors: Booth Verity , Schranz Natasha , Tomkinson Professor Grant , Lubans Professor David , Olds Professor Tim 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION & AIMS
The complex nature of children’s and adolescents’ participation in physical activity (PA) makes it difficult to measure. Questions have been used in Australia for many decades to subjectively monitor PA and sedentarism, however there is no consensus on which are the best. Since better data is needed to more accurately determine PA participation, the aim of this research was to identify existing questions and utilise expert opinion to develop a set of recommended questions.

METHODS
An audit of existing research measuring Australian children’s and adolescents’ participation in PA and sedentary behaviours was conducted. Existing questions were collated, classified and described in terms of the behaviours they measured and how they have previously been used. A two-round online Delphi method was chosen to identify experts’ opinions on existing questions measuring PA and sedentary behaviours.

RESULTS
From 1951 to 2019, 362 index questions were identified as previously used to measure PA and sedentary behaviours. The questions were diverse, with varying characteristics such as the behaviours measured, question structure, recall timeframe, and temporal alterations to the questions. Some continuity in data collection was identified, with one question measuring overall PA participation repeated 35 times across different studies. Within the Delphi questionnaire, 29 experts provided feedback on 31 questions which met the pre-determined criteria. The highest-ranked questions measuring participation in overall PA and sedentary behaviours were selected as two key questions for measuring compliance to PA guidelines.

CONCLUSION
Numerous questions exist able to measure compliance to guidelines or more specific measurement needs. If researchers and practitioners utilise recommended questions, it will help to accumulate comparative data and provide further insight on how to meaningfully improve PA of an individual child or a whole population.
THE EFFECTS OF EXERCSE ON PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN PEOPLE DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS
Authors: Calder Jay , Toohey Dr Kellie , Kavanagh Dr Phil , Bacon Dr Rachel , Chau Dr Minh 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION & AIMS
The high psychological burden reported by adults diagnosed with cancer has a large impact on overall and cancer-specific health outcomes. Accumulating evidence indicates that psychological distress may accelerate tumour progression and increase risk of cancer mortality. Research has highlighted that exercise interventions are safe, feasible, and effective at improving both physical and psychological health for adults diagnosed with cancer. However, there are few systematic reviews that have evaluated psychological health as a primary outcome of interest or analysed the effects of different exercise prescriptions on specific psychological health outcomes. This systematic review aims to meta-analyse the available evidence and determine the effects of exercise on psychological health in individuals diagnosed with cancer.

METHODS
Systematic review with meta-analysis utilising a random effects model. Subgroups analysis was included, defined by psychological health outcomes and further stratified by the FITT principle: Frequency; Intensity; Time; and Type of exercise.

RESULTS
Seventy-eight studies met the inclusion criteria. One hundred and eighty-three individual effect sizes were obtained, which demonstrated small to moderate combined effects of exercise (d = 0.30, 95%CI 0.20; 0.40) across all psychological health outcome measures.

CONCLUSION
Exercise is an effective intervention to improve psychological health in adults diagnosed with cancer. The subgroup analysis revealed consistent effects across a range of specific psychological health outcomes, differences were observed between exercise prescriptions, thus highlighting a need for targeted exercise for each psychological health outcome.
EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGICAL NEED SATISFACTION AND MOTIVATION TO EXERCISE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN AN ARAB CONTEXT
Authors: Suwan Mrs Banan , Grimshaw Associate Professor Paul , McFadden Dr. Bridget , Lock Dr. Merilyn 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION & AIMS
Promoting physical activity (PA) requires an understanding of PA behavior, its correlates, and its determinants. This study aimed to assess self-reported PA behavior of adults in Qatar and understand the associations between self-determination theory (SDT) based motivational processes and PA behavior.

METHODS
This cross-sectional study used an anonymous online questionnaire within Qatar comprising demographic questions, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ-SF), the Behavioral Regulation in Exercise Questionnaire (BREQ-3), and the Psychological Need Satisfaction in Exercise (PNSE) scale.

RESULTS
Respondents (N = 347; nfemales=246, nmales=101) were 21.6% non-Arab expats, 63.7% Arab expats, and 14.7% Qatari nationals. The prevalence of sufficient PA (minimum of 600 MET·min per week according to the IPAQ-SF criteria) was 66%, while 34% of participants were insufficiently active. Males (x¯ = 1808.16±2517.47 MET·min·wk-1) were significantly more active than females (x¯ = 1049.40±1717.31 MET·min·wk-1; P=0.001), and reported more autonomous forms of regulation (x¯ identified=2.86, x¯ integrated=2.33, x¯ intrinsic=2.64) than females (x¯ identified=2.58, x¯ integrated=2.01, x¯ intrinsic=2.36; P&lt;0.05), as well as higher perceived competence satisfaction (x¯ =3.89) than females (x¯ = 3.49; P=0.025). A bivariate correlation showed that total PA and moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) were positively and significantly (P&lt;0.01) associated with autonomous forms of regulation, namely, identified (rtotal_PA=0.16, rMVPA=0.15) integrated (rtotal_PA=0.26, rMVPA=0.25), and intrinsic (rtotal_PA=0.20, rMVPA=0.18) regulation, as well as perceived competence in exercise (rtotal_PA=0.21, rMVPA=0.18; P&lt;0.01).

CONCLUSION
The bivariate correlation results were consistent with the theoretical tenets of SDT, supporting the application of SDT to advance the understanding of psychological associations of PA in predominantly Arab populations. The observed gender gap in physical activity levels is consistent with previous research in Arab populations. Future research could target SDT constructs to promote PA behavior in Arab women through culturally sensitive interventions.
INTERPROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOURAL COUNSELLING; AN ESSENTIAL SKILL FOR OUR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Authors: Russell Brooke , Lutze Jana , Gibson Dr Neil , Forsyth Dr James , Charman Blake , Sampson Dr John , Peoples Dr Gregory , Kennedy Meredith , Groeller Herb 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION
Collaborative healthcare practices have positive impacts on dietary and physical activity behaviours (Patnode, et al., 2022). An immersive interprofessional work-integrated learning experience was developed for UOW Exercise Science and Rehabilitation(ExSc), and Dietetics and Nutrition(DNut) students, to appropriately prepare novice practitioners for significant growth in workforce interprofessional collaboration opportunities.

METHOD
Undergraduate(ExSc:n=47;DNut:n=48) students participated in an Interprofessional Education Workshop(IEW) aimed at improving understanding of interprofessionalism and behaviour counselling techniques. Students then formed into 46 pairs(ExSc:n=1+DNut:n=1) with each pair providing Interprofessional Behavioural Counselling(IBC) to a community client at two separate timepoints; Initial consultation and a 2-week Follow Up(FU). Student volunteers(n=38;ExSc:n=10,DNut:n=28) agreed to participate in the research phase, completing two surveys, Interprofessional Collaborative Competency Attainment Scale(ICCAS) & Students Perceptions of Interprofessional Clinical Education Revised(SPICE-R2) at two timepoints; immediately post IEW, and post FU. Additionally, volunteers(n=14;ExSc:n=3,DNut:n=11) participated in focus groupsfollowing IBC. Significance, set at (p&lt;0.01) with mean score differences, and relative change (%) reported.

RESULTS
Participant responses(n=31) to ICCAS showed improvement across the five key areas of interprofessional practice; communication(0.8,23%), collaboration(1.1,32%), role and responsibilities(1.1, 33%), patient-centred care(1.2,36%), conflict-management and team-functioning(1.1,30%). Similarly, improvements in SPICE-R2 for patient outcomes(0.30,7%) and roles and responsibilities with collaborative-practice(0.67,17%), but not (p=0.06) for interprofessional teamwork and team-based practice. Focus groups indicated that students were confused pre-IBC about effective collaboration, specifically apprehension relating to perceived time constraints involved in having two professionals in one consultation. Conversely, post-IBC student’s reported increased confidence in adopting a collaborative approach, better understanding of scope of practice overlap and could see value in client outcomes following an interprofessional approach.

CONCLUSION
UOW will continue to embed interprofessional work integrated learning experiences in the future to improve understanding of collegial collaboration ensuring patient-centred care and best practice.
NEAR MAXIMAL VELOCITY SPRINTS ARE RARE, BUT HIGH-INTENSITY ACCELERATIONS OCCUR FREQUENTLY DURING INTERNATIONAL MALE FIELD HOCKEY
Authors: Goods Dr Paul , Appleby Dr Brendyn , Scott Associate Professor Brendan , Peeling Prof Peter , Galna Dr Brook 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION & AIMS
In team sport, high-intensity running is generally used to describe velocities associated with maximal aerobic speed, with sprints defined by near maximal velocities, which are considered important to team sport performance. However, recent team sport investigations have revealed that near maximal velocities are seldom attained, but high-intensity accelerations occur frequently and may better represent the most demanding aspects of team sport match play. Field hockey research in this area is lacking, and therefore, we aimed to explore the frequency of high-intensity accelerations in elite field hockey, and how often these accelerations resulted in the attainment of sprint velocities.

METHODS
Movement data were collected during 2023 across 3 tournaments (17 matches) from 27 members of the Australian male field hockey team (totalling 266 player matches). Duration, high-intensity accelerations (&gt;2.5m.s-2 for &gt;1s), sprints (&gt;7m.s-1), and repeated high-intensity efforts (≥3 accelerations or sprints with ≤45s recovery between efforts) were extracted. Mixed effects models were used to estimate the mean for each outcome (fixed effect), with random intercepts modelled for player and match.

RESULTS
Players were active for 51min and completed 42 high-intensity accelerations per match, which lasted for 3.6s, covered 12.9m, and reached a peak velocity of 4.8m.s-1. Only 6.4% of high-intensity accelerations resulted in the attainment of sprint velocity (2.5 per match), and these efforts lasted for 6.1s, covered 35.6m, and reached a peak velocity of 7.5m.s-1. Players completed 4.5 bouts of repeated high-intensity accelerations per match, which comprised 3.7 efforts per bout, interspersed with 16.4s of recovery; however, no repeated-sprint bouts were observed.

CONCLUSION
High-intensity accelerations occur frequently in field hockey; however, these rarely result in the attainment of sprint velocities. Practitioners should consider monitoring high-intensity accelerations to ensure players are being adequately prepared for competition demands.
THE INFLUENCE OF SENIOR AUTHOR GENDER ON RESEARCH PRACTICE IN EXERCISE AND SPORTS SCIENCE
Authors: Hagstrom Dr Mandy , Wright Dr Kemi , Engel Dr Alexander , Clifford Dr Briana , Jones Matthew D , Wewege Dr Michael , Jankelowitz Dalya , Maros Tea , Suzuki Emma 
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION & AIMS
Sex and gender bias have been continually documented in sport and exercise science. There are disparities in both participants and authorship, including those leading the research. Examples from medical research show senior author gender influences practices (e.g., disaggregation of data by sex). We examined the relationship between senior author gender and research practices in sport and exercise science.

METHODS
For this analysis we have included all papers published in the first issue of 2023 of the top 10 sports science journals, according to SJR Sports Science rankings. We extracted senior author gender and data on research practices including study type, exercise modality, and population. This is part of a larger ongoing study.

RESULTS
Our preliminary results include 182 studies from 10 journals. Men represented 84% of all senior authors. Percentage of senior author gender ranged from 100% men as senior authors in Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, and Arthroscopy (45 papers led by men, 0 led by women), to 66% women senior authorship in Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health (6 papers led by women, 3 by men). When the senior author was a man, they were more likely to conduct observational research, including cross sectional, retrospective, and epidemiological research. When women were senior authors, they were more likely to conduct qualitative research. Less than 4% of all letters to the editor were led by women. Approximately 25% of all studies focused on Sport. Within this category, 75% of these studies had men senior authors. Approximately 65% of all studies had a clinical focus. Within this category, 86% of these studies had men senior authors.

CONCLUSIONS
This preliminary data indicates some differences in research practices by senior author gender. This research also highlights differences by journal in their inclusion of research led by women.