bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparative Study of the Influence of Dental Implant Design on the Stress and Strain Distribution using the Finite Element Method
Authors: Sahai Neha Srivastava , Yadav Divya , Madhav Srishti , Kumar Naveen , Dubey Anuradha , Qadeer Nazia , Makkad Ramanpal Singh 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
One emerging and important research method for biomechanical assessments in biological investigations is the finite element analysis (FEA). It is the best technique for simulating intricate structures and examining their mechanical characteristics.

Aim:
This study was conducted to compare the V-shaped design and square thread design regarding their influence on the stress and strain distribution using the finite element method.

Methods and Materials:
Forty dental implants with two different designs were used. These designs were V-shaped design and square design. Utilizing Creo 2.0, cortical bone, cancellous bone, and implants were modeled. FEM analysis was performed on forty model assemblies.

Results:
It was observed that mean load 1 values for squared thread design were lesser as compared to V-shaped thread design at coronal one-third middle one-third and apical one-third in the cancellous bone as well as implant surface.

Conclusion:
The design of implant is an important factor influencing the stress and strain distribution using the finite element method with a square design showing reduced concentration.
AMSTAR-2 checklist-based quality assessment of systematic reviews on general physiotherapy treatments indexed in Medline: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Kumar I Naveen , Mathew Akhil 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Evidence-based practice combines the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. In this study, we aimed to assess the quality of published systematic reviews on general physiotherapy treatments for musculoskeletal pain. We used the AMSTAR-2 guidelines to rate the selected articles, with two independent raters working to achieve consensus. In addition, the study aimed to evaluate the percentage of systematic reviews that adhere to the methodological quality standards for systematic reviews.

Materials and Methods:
We searched PubMed for systematic reviews published between January 1, 2018 and May 31, 2022, and only selected articles indexed in Medline because it is widely used by clinicians to find evidence. We screened a total of 181 systematic reviews and finally included 17 articles based on the inclusion criteria. We calculated the total score of each article by summing the individual item scores.

Results:
Of the 17 included articles, 4 (24%) had a score of more than 60%, 4 (24%) had a score of 50–60% (fair quality), and the remaing articles had a score below 50% (poor quality).

Conclusion:
The quality of systematic reviews in physiotherapy for musculoskeletal pain, as observed in this study, is poor to fair. Further research is necessary to identify factors that impact the quality of systematic reviews and to develop best practices for producing high-quality reviews. Readers should exercise caution when interpreting the findings of systematic reviews in this field.
The effect of single and dual task on spatiotemporal gait parameters in children with spastic cerebral palsy
Authors: Sharma Aastha , Saxena Akanksha , Thakur Kanika 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Aim:
Children can walk in clinical settings but have difficulty walking in schools, parks, and outdoor activity playgrounds. Most environmental distractors, namely noise from the background, and diverting visual and aural stimuli may be a source of this lack of carryover from indoor to outside settings, which is why they are unable to carry-out their activities of daily living successfully and precisely. This study was aimed to assess the impact of dual task activities on spatiotemporal aspects of gait in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP).

Materials and Methods:
After screening and informed consent, participants were asked to walk on a 10-m walkway while performing a dual task (walking with visual, auditory recognition, and backward counting). Three trials of each task were obtained and spatiotemporal parameters, including speed, step length, step width, and stride length, cadence) were measured.

Result:
Spatiotemporal parameters, such as speed, step width, step length, right stride length, and cadence, showed significant difference with dual-task walking compared with normal walking.

Conclusion:
The results suggest that dual-task training should receive more attention in clinical evaluations, as well as therapy strategies for children with spastic CP.
Ab. No. 26 Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Pain in Field Hockey Players of Maharashtra – An Observational Study
Authors: Khatavkar Mayuri , Kedare Sayali 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Field Hockey has a dynamic nature. A sudden change in directional movements may cause the player prone to musculoskeletal injury and pain. Thus, the primary objective of this study was to find the prevalence of pain among these players in Maharashtra state. Secondary objectives were to find the same concerning gender, type of players, and their playing positions. This would help to gain knowledge on the types of injuries caused, to take adequate and appropriate measures for the ultimate prevention, and help to prepare a guideline for injury prevention strategies.

Methods:
363 field hockey players, with experience of more than a year, were recruited from various hockey clubs in various zones of Maharashtra. A Cross-sectional observational study was done. After obtaining Ethical approval, participants were recruited as per inclusion criteria. Informed consent was taken and a Nordic musculoskeletal pain questionnaire was administered to establish the pain prevalence via electronic medium. Descriptive statistical analysis was done by using MS EXCEL, to calculate the percentage/average and proportions of pain prevalence amongst – Males and Females; Elite and recreational players; and among various playing positions acquired.

Result:
It was found highest injury prevalence was in the lower back (34%) among field hockey players. It also showed differences in pain prevalence depending on gender (22%), type of players (42% in elite), and various playing positions (47% in goalkeepers and defenders).

Conclusion:
It was concluded to have maximum pain prevalence in the lower back region. Owing to the type of players and playing positions, the prevalence also varied. Physiotherapists can help to educate hockey players regarding the targeted prevalent joint areas and guide them to attain appropriate preventive strategies while training these players.
Ab. No. 170 Impact of Dynamic Postural Exercises on Electromyographic Activity, Co-Contraction and Joint Position Sense in Upper Cross Syndrome: A Pilot Study
Authors: Das Jaganjyoti , Anand Pooja , Bhat Pooja 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
A greater prevalence with no strong rehabilitation program for Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) accompanied the purpose to find out the efficacy of dynamic postural exercise developed on the basis of identification of muscle activation pattern in UCS.This will help in effective management of patients suffering from UCS.

Methods:
14 subjects with diagnosed UCS were randomly allocated to experimental and control groups (N=14; n=7). Participants were asked to perform 4 exercises (YTWL) using elastic resistance band during which amplitude of muscle activation and cocontraction ratio with Surface electrodes using 4 channel electromyographic system were measured.12 muscles of both side (Upper, middle and lower trapezius, serratus anterior, pectoralis major, anterior scalene) were assessed. The intervention of experimental group consisted of seven exercises. Both groups were given hot pack, TENS and cervical AROM exercises. The intervention was prescribed for three days a week for 8 weeks. Cervical kinesthesia was measured using joint position sense error (JPSE) test. All the outcome variables were recorded at the baseline and after 8 weeks.

Result:
Statistically significant difference (p≤0.05) of mean amplitude in pre-post values of experimental group as well as between group were found. Between group analysis of UT:LT, SC:AS contraction ratio and joint position sense also found to be significant(p≤0.05).

Conclusion:
There was a significant improvement in mean amplitude and cocontraction of cervicothoracic muscles in Dynamic Postural Exercise group. Kinesthesia also improved in experimental group.

Implications:
A focused rehabilitation program for UCS will help in improving the quality of life and functional efficacy.
Ab. No. 171 Correlation between Gait Speed and Movement Time of Upper Limb Tasks in Younger Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Gurung Naveen , Debur Ramesh , Kulkarni Anagha 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Movement Time is an important variable as it influences the way we control our movement. An estimation of movement time in normal individuals helps physiotherapists constitute normative values. The gait speed of a person is used as a guide to implement intervention strategies and is a measure of functional independence. A correlation between gait speed and movement time would allow us to recognize various changes in the early stages of movement disorders.The study aims to find a correlation between the gait speed and movement time of upper limb tasks in younger adults.

Methods:
30 subjects between the age of 18-25 were selected based on convenience sampling. A cross-sectional study was conducted. Gait Speed was analyzed by GAITRite and Movement Time of Upper Limb tasks by Video recording and time analysis.

Result:
The Shapiro-Wilk test affirmed the normal distribution of the data. Utilizing Pearson’s correlation coefficient, we observed a moderate correlation (r = -0.533) with a statistically significant p-value of 0.001 between the Average Gait Speed and Average Movement Time of upper limb tasks in the younger adult population.

Conclusion:
The average gait speed of an individual exhibits a moderate correlation with the movement time required for upper limb tasks. Subsequent research within this realm could explore the inclusion of older adults as subjects, considering that interventions targeting either outcome could prove particularly advantageous for this demographic

Implications:
Exploring the interplay between gait speed and movement time in the upper limbs among individuals without movement disorders is essential for gaining insights into how these factors may vary in people affected by such conditions.
Ab. No. 172 Effect of Neural Mobilization on the Cervicocephalic Kinesthetic Sense in Cervical Radiculopathy Patients With or Without Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Aggarwal Divya , Sethi Priyanka , Sharma Pooja 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
The study evaluates the effect of neural mobilization on the cervical sensorimotor functions in cervical radiculopathy patients with or without diabetes mellitus.

Methods:
A Pre - post analysis method based on random sampling was used to assess the combined impact of neural mobilization with cervical traction in cervical radiculopathy patients with or without diabetes mellitus. 87 subjects (n= 87) aged 18-60 years with cervicobrachial pain of recent onset of Diabetes Mellitus less than 5 years. with normal BMI were recruited for this comparative study. Subjects of both the groups will be given 12-15-min treatment sessions (3 times per week for 6 weeks). Cervicocephalic kinaesthetic sensation was assessed - using Laser pointer method (HRT) and were noted along with secondary outcome measures including NDI and NPRS for pain and disability.

Result:
Cervocephalic kinesthetic sense for both flexion & extension (P=0.006) and right-side flexion (p= 0.0017) and left-side flexion (p=0.001). showed statistically significant difference within both the groups. No other considerable differences were seen between the groups. Similarly, a significant difference (P< 0.05) was seen with increased scores of NDI and NPRS and in the pre-posttest sessions of both the groups.

Conclusion:
Neural mobilization is an effective technique to improves the cervical kinesthetic sensation in radiculopathy patients with diabetes not directly affecting the course of recovery in early stage of onset.

Implications:
Exploring the interplay between gait speed and movement time in the upper limbs among individuals without movement disorders is essential for gaining insights into how these factors may vary in people affected by such conditions.
Ab. No. 174 Physiotherapists-Led Workplace Health Promotion Program: A Cross-Sectional Need Analysis
Authors: Tejaswini S , Thomas Betty , Veluswamy Sundar Kumar 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Workplace health promotion programs are an effective strategy for improving health status of large number of participants. They have several advantages and recently, INDIA-WORKS Trial demonstrated that standardized programs can be scaled to different worksites. Many chronic-health conditions benefit from physiotherapy interventions but physiotherapists roles in workplace health programs have not been established. Developing physiotherapists-led workplace programs have the potential to scale-up access to physiotherapy interventions. The aim is to determine the burden of chronic-health conditions and need for physiotherapy interventions among selected health professionals in a workplace setting.

Methods:
39 nurses (Age: 48±4 years; 90% women) with leadership roles (Assistant Nursing Superintendents-3, Floor Supervisors–4, Patient Care Coordinators-5 & Ward In-charges–27) participated in the study. In the previous year, physiotherapy screening was included as part of annual health check-up of employees in tertiary-care teaching hospital wherein 1135 employees were screened using standardized proforma. This identified several opportunities for developing workplace health promotion programs. The current study represents phase 1 of program development, wherein nurses in leadership roles were shortlisted for determining the burden of chronic health conditions amenable to physiotherapy interventions and their willingness to participate in workplace health promotion program using a standardized questionnaire.

Result:
Among the participants, 18(46%) had diabetes or hypertension or both, 19(49%) were stratified as low-moderated risk using STarT Back Screening Tool (NPRS=5.2±1.4) and 14(36%) had mild disability due to back pain. Musculoskeletal pain at other sites were also common. All participants expressed willingness to participate in workplace health promotion program.

Conclusion:
There is significant burden of chronic health conditions in select group of healthcare professionals and all identified problems are amenable to workplace health promotion programs.

Implications:
There is significant potential for developing physiotherapists-led workplace health promotion program.
Ab. No. 175 Understanding Exercise Self-Efficacy and Physical Activity Patterns in Individuals Coping With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Literature Review
Authors: Khan Misbah , Rodriques Daina , Thomas Betty 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
This study is relevant in physiotherapy as it explores the intricate relationship between ESE, PA, and the challenges faced by individuals managing CKD. Insights gained can help tailor physiotherapeutic interventions to enhance the well-being of CKD patients. The purpose of this research is to investigate and comprehend the current body of research pertaining to the exercise self-efficacy (ESE) and physical activity(PA) levels within the population of individuals affected by Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

Methods:
This literature review studies involving individuals diagnosed with CKD, regardless of the stage or severity, focusing on ESE and PA levels. A comprehensive review of existing literature was conducted, utilizing databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar. Inclusion criteria involving studies published in last decade, written in English, and featuring relevant data on ESE and PA levels in individuals with CKD.

Result:
Review suggests despite recognized benefits, many individuals with CKD remain inactive, with barriers affecting their exercise engagement and contributing to a decline in quality of life (QOL). ESE is highlighted as a critical determinant affecting physical activity behavior in individuals with chronic conditions, yet the relationship between ESE and physical activity levels in CKD remains underexplored.

Conclusion:
Review concluded that ESE has been significantly associated with poor health-related QOL. However, there is paucity of literature on the relationship between ESE and physical activity across different stages of CKD.

Implications:
Identified research gap emphasizes the need for further exploration of the relationship between ESE and PA levels as a foundation for development of targeted interventions that can promote PA and improve health outcomes and overall QOL in individuals with CKD.
Ab. No. 182 A Case Series on Post Hysterectomy Quality of Life Check in Females of Select Rural Southern Haryana Villages
Authors: Kumar Shweta , Bhattacharya Barnali , Jain Shilpa , Samuel Ankita , Shankar Mamta 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Clinicians we will create the requisite awareness among the females and our clinical gentry on the importance of lading guidelines before such surgeries especially in cases with long-term recovery phase such as hysterectomy. The major reason of doing the study is the absolute lack of awareness in women of rural Haryana in the selected villages that led to the belief that women suffered the post hysterectomy bodily changes far more than before it.

Methods:
Selection criteria was purposive with our team visiting the villages of Bandhwari, Berka and Hajipur along with NSS team of K.R. Mangalam University, Sohna Road, Gurugram. Par-q and SF36 scale were used to qualitatively assess females’ quality of life index and their readiness to physical activity.

Result:
The result specifies that the PARQ and the SF36 are likely to positively correlate with age and region of women with hysterectomy.

Conclusion:
Females who had hysterectomy (type not specified) have had a moderate to severe impact on their physical health.

Implications:
This leads us to believe that the women who had undergone hysterectomy had in general been poorly informed of future implications. This led us to a revelation that females were poorly educated on the post-surgical changes in their body.
Ab. No. 33 Bio feedback Integrated Thoracic Expansion Measuring Device – A Technical Note
Authors: Ved Nidhi , Sharma Amit 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
Thoracic expansion is defined as the difference in chest circumference between Maximal Inhalation and Maximal Exhalation. As per WHO guidelines the ability to accurately evaluate Thoracic Expansion in disorders like COPD, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, etc. is very important. Till the date chest expansion is measured clinically by measuring tape, so the chances of human error persist, also Constant and continuous data is not possible until it is performed manually and it is also difficult for the subject to interpret it.

Methods:
Few researchers have developed chest expansion measuring devices but reliability and validity of a few devices were very low while a few devices like Optic Electronic Plethysmography require a huge setup with various sensors, cameras, and computer units which are not easy to handle and not widely available. Suggesting Further Research on Developing Accurate, Cost Effective, Easy to Use and Easily Available Chest Expansion measuring Device. Along with this, the availability of biofeedback is very limited in pulmonary rehabilitation.

Conclusion:
it is needed to develop a biofeedback integrated thoracic expansion device, to accurately measure and improve chest expansion among people having reduced lung volume and Capacity. As it can be used as an adjunct in pulmonary rehabilitation for better Physical and Function Outcomes.
Ab. No. 36 Integrated Effect of 3d Schroth Method and Cellular Rhythm Therapy on 4-D Postural Analysis in an Individual With Idiopathic Structural Scoliosis- Single Case Study
Authors: Shinde Akshata , Passey Nandit , Kaur Sharanjeet , Arumugam Narkeesh 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
The study attempts to widen the horizons of physiotherapy profession by promoting insights towards the advanced non-invasive treatment approaches for the management of Idiopathic Structural Scoliosis and aims to investigate the combined effect of 3D Schroth Method (spinal corrective exercise program) and Cellular Rhythm Therapy on 4D Postural Analysis in an individual with Idiopathic Structural Scoliosis

Methods:
An 18-year-old male diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis for 4 years. He had thoracic levoscoliosis and lumbar dextroscoliosis with a baseline Cobb’s angle of 35º. Physical findings were uneven shoulder heights, slight right scapular winging, prominent left hip, and increased space between left elbow and trunk due to trunk deviation towards the right side. The patient intervened with Cellular Rhythm Therapy for 20 minutes followed by 3D Schroth Method exercises for 20 minutes. The treatment was given for a total of 30 days (5 sessions per week). Pre and Post interventional objective assessment was done using 4D postural analysis and subjective assessment was done using the Italian Spine-Related Quality of Life (ISYQOL) questionnaire at day 0 and day 30.

Result:
Significant change was found in lumbar lordosis angle (46º -31º), sagittal imbalance (6º - 2º), pelvic torsion (4º- 2º), vertebral rotation (17º -13º), apical deviation (49º - 21º), lumbar lordosis depth (32º- 30º) and in Cobb’s angle from 35º to 29º, along with difference in Italian Spine-Related Quality of Life (ISYQOL) questionnaire from 37% to 39%.

Conclusion:
According to the study’s findings, 3D Schroth Method and Cellular Rhythm Therapy can be an effective treatment for patients with Scoliosis.

Implications:
This combinational approach anticipates a useful reference guide for future management of Idiopathic Structural scoliosis.