bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Ab. No. 157 To Study the Effect of Posterior Oblique Sling Exercises on Performance Parameter in Volleyball Female Players
Authors: Jaiswal Shweta 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Review of the literature and on field observations found that there were paucity of evidence showing direct relation of TheraBand and Swiss ball exercise on activation of POS for performance enhancement. Therefore, in present study, we are going to evaluate the effect of POS activation with the help of TheraBand and Swiss ball stability exercises to improve performance parameters. The Purpose of study is to know the effect of posterior oblique sling (POS) activation exercise on Performance Parameters (spike velocity, ROM) in female volleyball players.

Methods:
30 female volleyball players were selected by Purposive and convenient sampling and randomly allocated into two groups equally 15 each based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. experimental study on the POS activation exercises at MP volleyball association, Brothers club Indore. The demographic data including age, height, weight, were collected through a data collection sheet.

Result:
Means of thoracolumbar rotation after Theraband and Swissball exercise are 31.67 and 35.67 serve velocity are 63.60 and 72.40 Showing significant difference between means. The calculated t-value is 2.65 and 8.57 which is significant at the degree of freedom 28 at 0.05 level of significant because the calculated t-value is greater than (2.05) minimum value at 0.05 significant level.

Conclusion:
In this study statistically Swiss ball exercises is more effective than TheraBand to improving performance parameter through activation of POS in female volleyball players.

Implications:
There are few studies are available regarding POS. Furthermore, study use a larger sample size, duration etc. to provide strong evidence.
Ab. No. 163 Effect of 12 Week Activity-Based Exercise Program on Upper Extremity Function in Patients With Type II Diabetes With and Without Shoulder Dysfunction
Authors: Shah Jahnvi , Shete Ruturaj , Mullarpatan Rajani 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
the study evaluates the effect of 12 week activity-based exercise program(ABEP)on upper extremity(UE)functions in patients with type II diabetes with and without shoulder dysfunction(SD). Participants-88 participants with typeII diabetes with SD(n=44)and without SD(n=44) including both male and female between 40-60 years of age were recruited using convenient sampling method.

Methods:
The study commenced after the approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee. Outcome measures evaluated were pain intensity, UE range of motion (ROM)and muscle strength, shoulder joint proprioception (JP), grip strength, pinch grip and disability scores. Patients were trained with ABEP for 12 weeks. Treatment outcome was recorded after every 4 weeks up to completion of 12 weeks, post which all the outcome variables were re-assessed to compare the difference.

Result:
Significant reduction was observed in pain intensity(p=0.00) and disability scores (p=0.0)along with improvement in shoulder joint ROM(p=0.01),muscular strength(p=0.00),shoulder JP(p=0.01)hand grip strength(p=0.02)and pinch grip strength(p=0.00)in patients with SD. There was significant improvement seen in muscular strength(p=0.02) in patients without SD. There was significant reduction seen in HbA1c levels in patients with SD(p= 0.05)and without SD(p=0.02).

Conclusion:
The study concluded that in individuals with type II diabetes with SD, an ABEP was effective in improving UE functions. It was also observed that patients who did not had SD, demonstrated an improvement in muscle strength and decrease in HbA1c levels.

Implications:
ABEP as a home exercise program is proved to be beneficial in improving UE functions.
Ab. No. 164 A Cross-Sectional Study to Identify Prevalence and Factors Contributing to Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (Red-S) in Indian Female Athletes
Authors: Vijeta Yadav 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
The syndrome of RED-S (Relative energy deficiency in sports) refers to symptoms caused due to impaired physiological function including, decreased metabolic rate, menstrual function, bone health, immunity, protein synthesis, and cardiovascular health caused by relative energy deficiency. The study aims to identify the prevalence and the causes of RED-S in the Indian context.

Methods:
A Cross-sectional survey study was conducted on elite female players in and around Karnataka on 120 elite Female athletes between the ages of 16-30 who self-completed the RED-S questionnaire.

Result:
31 participants (29%) were at low risk, 76 participants (71%) were at moderate risk and no participants were at high risk. Major causes of RED-S in the Indian context are increased activity level, decreased BMD, and psychological factors.

Conclusion:
A significant number of female athletes are at moderate risk of RED-S, so medical and coaching staff should include appropriate screening and intervention strategies to reduce the risk and improve their overall health and performance.

Implications:
One of the main goals of the sports movement is to support and promote health and well-being. Good health is also a prerequisite for short-term and long-term sports success. Therefore, it is important to focus on the potential health challenges of athletes of all ages and abilities.
Assessment of Primary Eye Care Knowledge and Practice in a Developing Country: A Survey among Community Primary Health Workers in Calabar, Southern Nigeria
Authors: Echieh Chigozie Ifeoma , Okwejie John Atambell , Echieh Chidiebere Peter , Onyemelonu Stanley C , Oyeniyi Taiwo Ige , Eze Ugochukwu Anthony 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Primary eye care (PEC) is a vital component of primary health care and is the cornerstone for the progress toward universal eye health coverage. To achieve an adequate delivery of PEC services in Nigeria, it should be inclusive, equitable, cost-effective, and people centered.

Aim:
The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice of PEC among community primary health workers in Calabar metropolis.

Materials and Methods:
This was a cross-sectional study conducted in Calabar metropolis. A total of 109 randomly selected community health workers at primary health centres located in two local government areas (Calabar Municipality and Calabar South) were assessed on their knowledge of common ocular diseases and the practice of eye health in their facilities using an interviewer-administered questionnaire.

Results:
One hundred and nine primary health workers participated in the study. Most participants were females 100 (92%). The mean age was 38 ± 8.26 years. More than half (59%) had been working as community health workers for more than five years and 64% stated they had no professional training on management of ophthalmic conditions. One-third of the participants had Snellen’s visual acuity chart in their facility and 46 (42%) could use it properly to assess vision. Less than one-third 23 (21%) could correctly identify the five common eye conditions presented in a picture chart – conjunctivitis, cataract, corneal opacity, strabismus and pterygium. About 102 (94%) of the participants at the primary health centres had no access to standard operating procedures for managing eye diseases.

Conclusion:
Our study showed that the majority of the community primary health workers require continuous medical educational training on ophthalmic diseases and the provision of standard operating procedures to guide in the identification and prompt referral of eye diseases.
Effect of Birth Weight and Gender on the Umbilical Cord Serum Zinc in Neonates Delivered at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu
Authors: Olisaka Chinwe Lilian , Asinobi Isaac Nwabueze , Iloh Kenechukwu Kosisochukwu , Osuorah Chidiebere Donatus Ignatus Osuorah , Iloh Ogochukwu Nneka , Ubesie Agozie , Ikefuna Anthony Nnaemeka , Ibe Bede Chiedozie 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Zinc plays vital roles in all the systems of the human body. To reduce neonatal mortality in developing countries, cost-effective and evidence-based interventions that can enhance growth, development, and immunity need to be considered. About 60% of foetal zinc is acquired during the third trimester of pregnancy, when foetal weight increases three-fold. Therefore, low birth weight infants are more likely to have low zinc levels than normal birth weight term infants. Determining the zinc levels of neonates and how it relates to birth weight is, therefore, imperative.

Materials and Methods:
The study was a descriptive cross-sectional, carried out at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku-Ozalla, Nigeria. It aimed at determining the umbilical cord serum zinc levels among neonates and their relationship with birth weight. Two hundred and seventy-five neonates of gestational age 28–42 weeks were enrolled into the study. The weight of each neonate was measured using a weighing scale. Serum zinc levels were determined using the Flame Atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS model no. FS 240 AA. USA, Agilent Technology Ltd).

Results:
Of the 275 neonates, 27 (9.82%) were very preterm, 28 (10.18%) were moderate to late preterm, and 220 (80%) were term neonates. The mean serum zinc level of all neonates was 87 ± 16.07 μg/dL and this was within the normal limit of serum zinc. The mean serum zinc levels of the neonates increased as their weight increased (r = 0.701, P < 0.001). Females had higher mean cord serum zinc (90.71 ± 16.06 μg/dL) than males (84.57 ± 15.54 μg/dL, P = 0.001). This study revealed that serum zinc level was positively and strongly correlated with the weight of the neonate at birth. It was also noted that female neonates had a significantly higher mean serum zinc level than males. Routine zinc supplementation at birth should be considered in low birth weight neonates to avoid the untoward effects of zinc deficiency.

Conclusion:
There was a significant relationship between serum zinc and birth weight, with serum zinc increasing with gestational age and birth weight. Females had a significantly higher level of serum zinc than male neonates
Primary Intussusception and Weaning Methods in Two Institutions in Nigeria with Literature Review
Authors: Kesiena Odion-Obomhense Helen , Joyce Ikubor Ekeme , Simeon Awunor Nyemike , Steve-Nation Oriakhi , Emmanuel Akpo , Cletus Otene , Theophilus Osagie Osasumwen , Jude Uchendu Obiora 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Primary intussusception causes intestinal obstruction in early childhood. Diet has been implicated as a causative agent and this is ascribed to the high prevalence observed during weaning; however, there is no consensus regarding the major causative factors. This study aimed to determine the type of diet during weaning as a predisposing etiological factor of intussusception.

Objective:
The objective of this study was to determine if there is any association during weaning with four groups of infants being those on exclusive breastfeeding, intake of infant formula, infants weaned completely, and on cereals or a mixture of all three in patients with intussusception at two Nigerian tertiary institutions. In addition, the clinical characteristics of presentation at our center were noted.

Materials and Methods:
This was a descriptive cross-sectional review of the records of patients aged 3–24 months who were diagnosed with intussusception using ultrasonography within a duration of two years. The information extracted included specific symptoms of the condition, type of feeding before the onset of intussusception, frequency, and association of these feeding patterns with intussusception, laboratory findings, radiological findings, and type of intussusception.

Results:
Exclusively breastfed infants (63%) had the highest rates of intussusception while those with the lowest incidence were completely weaned on cereals (4.5%), in between these groups were infants who were fed with formula. Among the formula group, almost half (13%) were those fed by a particular local formula. An abdominal ultrasound scan established a diagnosis in all except one patient that was confirmed at surgery. The main laboratory findings were hyponatremia and anemia.

Conclusion:
Diet was found to be associated with the onset of intussusception in this study, particularly in exclusively breastfed babies, and lowest in those on cereals. Early diagnosis of suspected intussusception in infants can be facilitated by making ultrasound compulsory. Hyponatremia and anemia are suggestive of late presentation of the condition.
Efficacy of Bilateral Ilioinguinal Iliohypogastric Nerve Blocks for Postcesarean Section Analgesia under Spinal Anesthesia in a Nigerian Population: A randomised Controlled Trial
Authors: Ojo Abayomi Kolawole , Olajumoke Tokunbo Olumide , Kolawole Israel Kayode , Adetoye Adedapo Omowonuola 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Cesarean section (CS) often produces significant postoperative pain. This pain negatively affects mother–child bonding, maternal ambulation, and satisfaction. No single optimal post-CS analgesia method has been reported. The efficacy of the bilateral ilioinguinal iliohypogastric (IIIH) nerve blocks in managing post-CS pain in Nigerian population is explored.

Aims:
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the pain relief benefits of the bilateral IIIH nerve blocks in parturients undergoing CS under the subarachnoid block.

Materials and Methods:
Eighty-four parturients who had nonemergency CS were randomised into two groups of 42 patients each. Patients in Group A had bilateral IIIH nerve block with 40 ml of 0.25% plain bupivacaine. Patients in Group B had the same nerve block with 40 ml of normal saline 0.9%. The postoperative Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain scores in the recovery room at zero, 2, 4, 6, 12, and 24 h were assessed in resting and with activity. The rescue doses of opioids (50 mg tramadol) and the time to parturient’s first demand for rescue pain relief were also recorded. The mean values were compared.

Results:
The sociodemographic indices were similar in both groups. The time to patients’ first pain relief demand was statistically longer in Group A compared with Group B (432.2 ± 54.6 min vs. 94.18 ± 84.1 min, respectively), P = 0.001. Opioid use in Group A, 55.25 ± 30.05 mg, was significantly lesser compared to Group B, 110.65 ± 35.15 mg, P = 0.033. Group A had significantly lesser mean VAS pain scores than Group B at resting and with activity, at 4, 6, 12, and 24 h after surgery, with P < 0.05 at each time point. The patients in Group A had better satisfaction scores.

Conclusion:
The bilateral IIIH nerve block with bupivacaine 100 mg reduced opioid consumption and VAS pain scores and prolonged analgesia duration with increased patients’ satisfaction scores.
Effectiveness Of Interactive Multimedia-Based Learning in Teaching Art History as A Component of General Knowledge in Art for Senior High School Students
Authors: Adomako Boakye Akwasi , Barton Essel Harry , Appiah Ernest , Anane-Antwi Eric 
Published: June 2024

The teaching and learning of Art History as a component of General Knowledge in Art is meant to help students to investigate the history of artistic growth. Due to the abstract manner of teaching art history, a lot of students in schools develop aversion to it. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of using an Interactive Multimedia-based learning (IML) platform for the teaching and learning of the Art History section of the General Knowledge in Art subject by students of Kumasi Senior High Technical School (KSHTS). This study presents the findings of a quasi-experimental design assessing the effectiveness of learning with the IML platform. The study compared the learning outcomes of students who participated in a class taught with the IML platform (Experimental group - EG) to those taught with conventional didactic instructions (Control group - CG). A total sample of n = 132 students participated in the study. Independent samples t-test was employed to determine the effect. The findings of this study revealed that the IML platform is a plausible pedagogical agent for increasing students’ performance of Art History t (8.63) p = <.001. The mean scores (m = 80.8, SD = 15.6) of students in the EG were significantly higher than those in the CG (56.3, SD = 17.1). The researcher identified that studies on Interactive Multimedia to teach were largely focused in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). This study, however, focused on the use of the IML platform to teach Art History. By continuing to seek new ways to integrate Interactive Multimedia learning into Art History lessons, teachers can design more effective lessons to meet the needs of students offering General Knowledge in Art.
PENGEMBANGAN BISNIS LOKAL MELALUI BADAN USAHA MILIK DESA (BUMDESA) DESA SLOROK KECAMATAN GARUM BLITAR
Authors: Eka Kusumawati  , Murni Sari Retno , Nunuk Latifah  
Published: June 2024

Objektif. BUMDesa Karya Madani Sejahtera memiliki kendala dalam pengelolaan programnya, serta kurang aktifnya organisasi dalam menjalankan tugasnya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui strategi pengembangan yang dilakukan BUMDesa di Desa Slorok Kabupaten Blitar. Sehingga dapat memberikan masukan bagi pemerintah desa dan mengetahui strategi yang diterapkan khususnya pengelolaan BUMDesa Karya Madani Sejahtera.
Material and Metode. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian adalah pendekatan fenomenologi yaitu hasil interaksi antara subjek dengan fenomena yang sedang berjalan atau dialami dan menggunakan analisis SWOT. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara dan dokumentasi.
Hasil. Hasil penelitian dari 3 dimensi yaitu strategi organisasi visi dan misi telah memenuhi kriteria. Strategi pendukung sumber daya seperti menghadirkan berupa alat pencacah pupuk dan pasar, pengelolaan pupuk dari alam, sumber daya manusia yang masih belum maksimal, sumber daya finansial yang tepat.

Kesimpulan.Strategi program terhadap organisasi memberikan dampak besar dan terhadap masyarakat pun terbantu dengan adanya program dari BUMDesa. dalam aspek strategi organisasi telah melakukan pengembangan usaha ekonomi. Dalam aspek pendukung sumber daya telah menyediakan mesin pencacah dan pasar, pelatihan desa yang masih dalam pengembangan, dan finansial desa dari pertama hingga sekarang sudah membaik walaupun terkena imbas pandemi COVID-19. Dalam aspek strategi program, bagi organisasi sudah memberikan dampak besar bagi BUMDesa, sedangkan bagi masyarakat memberikan dampak langsung bagi masyarakat.
Dinamika Penggunaan Lahan oleh Masyarakat Sekitar Kawasan Konservasi Taman Nasional Lore Lindu
Authors: Dewi Rukmana  , Setiawati Setiawati  , Mustofa Agung Sardjono  
Published: June 2024

Pada umumnya masyarakat di desa dan kelurahan sekitar kawasan konservasi memiliki ketergantungan terhadap kawasan konservasi dalam memenuhi kebutuhan hidupnya. Keputusan untuk melakukan perubahan jenis penggunaan lahan diharapkan mampu memenuhi kebutuhan hidup masyarakat. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mngidentifikasi dinamika penggunaan lahan pertanian oleh masyarakat sekitar Kawasan Konservasi Taman Nasional Lore Lindu. Adapun bahan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu kuisioner. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah wawancara langsung kepada masyarakat, tokoh masyarakat, keterwakilan perempuan dan pengelola Balai Besar Taman Nasional Lore Lindu. Jumlah populasi dari ketiga desa yaitu sebanyak 758 KK dan yang menjadi sampel adalah 90 KK. Untuk informan kunci masing-masing 1 orang. Hasil yang didapatkan dari penelitian ini yaitu pada awal bermukim masyarakat menggunakan lahan untuk menanam tanaman angan, seperti umbi-umbian, padi dan jagung serta ada juga beberapa yang menanam kopi. Kemudian masyarakat beralih menanam kakao karena memiliki nilai jual yang tinggi. Seiring berjalannya waktu harga dan produksi kakao mulai menurun masyarakat beralih untuk menanam kemiri dan jenis tanaman perkebunan lainnya. Karena adanya bantuan bibit jagung dari pemerintah, maka masyarakat kembali menanam jagung. Jenis penggunaan lahan oleh masyarakat di sekitar Kawasan Konservasi Taman Nasional Lore Lindu Perubahan penggunaan lahan dengan mengubah jenis tanaman yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat tujuannya tidak lepas untuk memenuhi kebutuhan hidup (keamanan pangan). Apalagi, bagi masyarakat pedesaan yang memang umumnya perekonomiannya terbatas, menggantungkan hidup mereka terhadap lahan (agraris).
OPTICAL FIBER-BASED SENSORS AND THEIR RECENT APPLICATIONS IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Authors: Moreno Yarien , Yan Zhijun , Correa Noriel , Díaz Gustavo , Santamaría Marciano , Castillo Eduardo , Guerra Him Alvaro 
Published: June 2024

This paper presents a review of fiber optic-based sensors and their main characteristics and classification. In the same way, the paper includes a series of applications of sensors based on fiber optics with Bragg gratings in different fields of study in research such as medicine, civil engineering, communications engineering, chemistry, and biochemistry, among others. Such sensors are developed taking advantage of certain characteristics of optical fibers, such as photosensitivity and the variation of the refractive index of their core. Applications of fiber optics in the detection of telecommunications signals are also discussed, particularly as a filter device through the usage of Bragg gratings. Due to its versatility, these optical devices have provided promising results and have become a leading technology in next generation DWDM systems, as well as in optical sensing networks.
TAKWÎN AL-MUṢṬALAHÂT AL-‘ARABIYYAH AL-HADÎTHAH FÎ MAJALLI ‘ILMI AL-DIBLÛMÂSIYYAH
Authors: Ramdani Fahmi , Masruroh Emas , Yudhistira Dadang 
Published: June 2024

كان للدبلوماسي يحتاج إلى تعلم المصطلحات الدبلوماسية ويستوليها، لاسيما يستولي في المصطلحات العربية في علم الدبلوماسية. هذا البحث لمعرفة الأصل في بناء المصطلحات الدبلوماسية في اللغة العربية. هذا البحث من نوع البحث الكيفي الوصفي. وأما أسلوب جمع البيانات المستخدمة في هذا البحث هو طريقة الوثائق المكتوبة.[1] أما المصادر الرئيسية فيأخذها الباحث من الكتب في علم الدبلوماسية ليأخذ مصطلحاتها والكتب في علم الصرف والتعريب ليعرف ويشرح أصل مصطلحاته والمعاجم. والمصادر الثنوية فيأخذها من المجلات المتنوعة المتعلقة بها. والنتائج المحصولة لهذا البحث هي كانت لتكوين المصطلحات العربية خصوصا في علم الدبلوماسية عمليتان، العملية الصرفية والعملية التعريبية.المراد بالعملية الصرفية هو تحويل صيغ الكلمة من الصيغة إلى الصيغة الأخرى لِنَيْلِ الْمَعْنَى الْمُرَاد. المثال: كلمة Negosiasi ، الكلمة العربية منها فهي المفاوضة. فكانت المفاوضة من العملية الصرفية، لأنها مصدر مشتقة من كلمة فاوض – يفاوض – مفاوضة. والمراد بالعملية التعريبية فهو على الاحتمالين:الأول: تدخيل لغة الأعجمية في العربية لأن تكون لغة عربية. المثال كلمة Diplomasi، فهو من لغة اليونان أعني "diploun" معناه طيء (مصدر طوى يطوي). يسمى بذلك لأن في إمبراطورية الروم كان كل جواز سفر حينما يمر طرق البلاد والرسائل الطرقية يشتق على قرص المعدن. هما يطوان ويخيّطان لأن يكونا واحدا. فالرسائل المعدنية هذه يسمى ب "diplomas". ثم تعرّب هذه الكلمة باللغة العربية، فصار دِبْلُوْمَاسِيَّة. والثاني: تدخيل لغتها الحديثة في العربية بكلمة العربية نفسها. المثال:كلمة Internasional، فهي من اللغة الانجليزية أعني International. فتعرّب بكلمة اللغة العربية في نفسها، هي دُوَلِيٌ.