bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Early Mobilization Following Gastro-Intestinal and Gynecological Cancer Surgeries
Authors: Rayani Manaz , Pattanshetty Renu 
Published: August 2023

Context:
There has been an increase in the incidence of gastrointestinal and gynaecological cancers and advancement in surgeries has made surgical treatment more for these participants more feasible.

Aim:
To evaluate the effect of structured early mobilization programs in postoperative gastrointestinal and gynaecological cancer patients on 30second chair stand test, functional assessment of cancer therapy-general (FACT-G) and length of hospital stay.

Settings and Design:
This was a clinical trial conducted at tertiary care hospital on gastrointestinal and gynecological cancer patients.

Materials and Methods:
Participants diagnosed with gastro-intestinal (n = 23) and gynaecological (n = 17) cancers who underwent surgery were included in the study. Lower extremity strength was assessed using 30 s chair stand test and the quality of life (QOL) was assessed using the FACT-G Scale. Length of hospital stay was noted from the postoperative day 1 till the day of discharge.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Wilcoxon Test and Spearman's rank correlation coefficient test were used for analysis.

Results:
Early mobilization program in postoperative gastro-intestinal and gynecological surgery participants showed improvement in the lower extremity strength in terms of 30 s chair stand test (P = 0.001). Moreover, improvements were also observed in the components of QOL viz., physical (P = 0.004), social (P = 0.041) and functional (P = 0.004) components.

Conclusion:
The study findings demonstrate improvement in lower extremity strength in terms of 30 s chair stand test and QOL according to FACT-G.
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Male Health-Care Professionals in a Private Health Care Organization, India
Authors: Shankar C. M. , Venkatesan R 
Published: August 2023

Context:
The prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) is significant in many professions including health care. WMSDs among health-care professionals in developing countries like India are overlooked.

Aims:
This study aimed to assess the prevalence and risk factors of WMSD among health-care professionals.

Settings and Design:
A descriptive survey study design done at a private health-care organization.

Materials and Methods:
It was a descriptive survey study design involving 310 male health-care professionals working in a private health-care organization. Self-reported questionnaires included (i) Demographic information, (ii) Extended nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire, and (iii) Physical workload questionnaire.

Statistical Analysis Used:
The values were expressed in mean, frequencies, and percentages.

Results:
Of the 310 forms, 296 valid responses were considered for the analysis. The prevalence of WMSD was 46.28% with surgeons being most affected. The most frequent WMSD reported was low back pain (69.34%). Most frequently reported risk factor (52.55%) was “working in uncomfortable postures.”

Conclusion:
A high prevalence rate of WMSDs was found among the health-care professionals. Ergonomics including specific exercises and physical fitness programs for the employees are the important measures to be taken to prevent/control the WMSD.
The Use of Smartphones and Physiotherapy-Related Applications for Health Information among Clinical Physiotherapists
Authors: Bolarinde Samuel Olufemi , Olasoji Odunola Beatrice , Ibidunmoye Oluwatimilehin Daniel 
Published: August 2023

Context:
The advent of smartphone armed with various downloadable “apps” has created a new wealth of clinical resources available to various healthcare professionals. However, the level of usage of physiotherapy-related applications for health information among clinical physiotherapists in Nigeria needs to be investigated.

Aim:
The aim of the study is to investigate the use of smartphones and physiotherapy-related applications for health information among clinical physiotherapists.

Settings and Design:
This was an observational study conducted on clinical Physiotherapist of Ondo and Ekiti State, Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:
The study recruited 48 physiotherapists from government-owned hospitals in Ondo and Ekiti State. Data on demographic characteristics, work experience, knowledge, and the use of physiotherapy-related applications for health information were obtained using a self-administered questionnaire. Data were summarized using a descriptive statistics of percentage and frequency distribution.

Statistical Analysis used :
Descriptive statistics of percentages and frequency table was used.

Results:
Forty-eight physiotherapists participated in this study. All the (100%) participants own smartphones, however, only 50% (24) have heard about physiotherapy-related smartphone applications. Twenty-five percent (12) of respondents have physiotherapy-related smartphone applications on their smartphones, 43.8% (21) are not aware of the availability of physiotherapy-related smartphone applications, while 27.0% (13) never explore the possibilities. About 70.8% (34) recommended the development of various physiotherapy-related smartphone applications, while 79.2% (38) recommended that the usage of smartphone for health information during a consultation should be avoided to avoid loss of professional image before patients.

Conclusion:
Majority of physiotherapists are not aware of physiotherapy-related smartphones applications hence its usage for health care information is very low.
Learning Styles of 1st-Year Students Studying in Health Science University in India
Authors: Metgud Deepa , Coutinho Shaina L. , Crasto Rachel , D'Souza Carisa E. 
Published: August 2023

Context:
Learning style is an approach wherein learners save, recall, and process concepts efficiently and effectively. Determining students' learning styles provides information about specific preferences and encourages participation in the courses opted by them.

Aims:
The aims of the study are to determine the learning styles of 1st-year students studying in Health Science University in India using visual/auditory/read-write/kinesthetic (VARK) questionnaire and to establish an association of gender and academic performance with a preferred learning style.

Settings and Design:
This was a cross-sectional study conducted in 1st-year students studying in Health Science University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.

Materials and Methods:
The VARK questionnaire was distributed to 626 students of 1st year of their graduation. There were 413 females and 213 males across eight faculties including Dental, Medical, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Allied Sciences, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Pharmacy. The academic performance of 12th standard was noted and they were assessed and categorized based on their performance.

Statistical Analysis Used:
One-way ANOVA followed by post hoc using Tukey test was used for the level of significance.

Results:
The common learning style was multimodal (70.2%) and the individual sensory modality was kinesthetic style (8.63 ± 3.37). Among kinesthetic, significant mean difference in males (7.98 ± 3.41) and females (8.98 ± 3.31) was found. Kinesthetic learners showed significance between >60% to ≤70% with ≥80% and >70% to ≤80% with ≥80% in academics.

Conclusions:
Within the university, regardless of gender, students had multimodal learning style. The preferred individual sensory modality, irrespective of performance of previous academic year, was kinesthetic learning, and significant association was found with both genders and academic performance.
Association of Foot Posture with Lumbar Lordosis Angle in Teachers
Authors: Dharmayat Snehal , Thakkar Mansi P. , Kolmule Shubhavi 
Published: August 2023

Context:
Anatomical alteration in the alignment of the foot leads to changes in proximal joints that in turn cause mechanical variations in the spine. Changes in the lower kinematic chain can have functional consequences in the form of low back pain and may be seen in professions requiring long-standing. This is often an unexplored, under-evaluated component of low back pain and hence proves its need.

Aim:
To study the relationship between ankle-foot complex and lumbar spine, and also to determine the association between Foot Posture and Lumbar Lordosis angle in teachers.

Settings and Design:
Data for the observational study were collected from school and college teachers of Belagavi city.

Materials and Methods:
Foot posture of 200 teachers in the age group of 20–50 years was assessed using Chippaux Index and Foot Posture Index-6 (FPI-6). Lumbar curvature was measured using Flexi curve ruler and angle was calculated. Functional limitation was assessed using Low Back Pain Rating Scale and Modified Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Questionnaire.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Spearman's rank correlation and t-test were used for analysis.

Results:
Statistically significant association was noted between FPI-6, lumbar angle, Low back pain scores, and Modified Oswestry score with P = 0.0001. Gender comparison of the outcome measures did not reveal any significant relationship.

Conclusion:
Alteration in foot posture leads to changes in lumbar lordosis angle, which in turn may cause low back pain.
Change in pharmacy resident familiarity, attitudes, comfort, and knowledge regarding digital health
Authors: Darnell Julia , Lou Mimi , Goldstone Lisa 
Published: August 2023

Background: Digital health is a growing area of interest in healthcare however. There is limited evidence to support this topic is being covered in pharmacy education, including postgraduate residency training programmes. This study aimed to determine if exposure to digital health topics throughout a teaching certificate programme leads to a significant change in resident familiarity, attitudes, comfort, and knowledge regarding digital health.
Methods: The resident cohort was exposed to digital health content during a teaching certificate. Residents completed a questionnaire regarding their familiarity, attitudes, comfort, and knowledge regarding digital health at the beginning and end of the teaching certificate. Responses to each section of the questionnaire, as well as an overall score, were calculated and analysed.
Results: Eighteen residents completed both the pre-and post-questionnaire. The median scores for familiarity and comfort increased significantly (p < 0.0001) after the yearlong intervention. Median scores for attitudes and knowledge did not see a significant change after intervention.
Conclusion: After exposure to digital health in a teaching certificate programme, pharmacy residents demonstrated a significant increase in familiarity and comfort with digital health, however there was not a significant change in attitudes or knowledge.
Test-Retest Reliability of Indian Stroke Scale on Functional Activities in Chronic Stroke Patient
Authors: Thorat Sakshi , Karnahke Jayashree , Jadhav Pallavi 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Stroke is a neurological deficit which attributes to acute focal injury of CNS caused by loss of blood supply to brain. Indian Stroke Scale, recently invented scale to assess the participation of daily activities in stroke patients. Hence, this study was done to evaluate the reliability of Indian Stroke Scale on functional activities in chronic stroke patients.
METHOD: 30 chronic stroke patients were selected and screened through study criteria. The procedure was explained and written consent was taken. Scores of Indian Stroke Scale was taken pre and post treatment session.
RESULT: Statistical analysis reveals the correlation of 0.996. The level of significance of all subscales was 0.000. Since, the correlation value was between the 0.8 - 1, there was a strong positive correlation.
CONCLUSION: The study concluded that the Indian Stroke Scale is highly reliable.
KEYWORDS: INDIAN STROKE SCALE, CHRONIC STROKE, STROKE, CORRELATION, DISABILITY, RELIBILITY
COMPARISON BETWEEN THE EFFECT OF POSITIONAL RELEASE TECHNIQUE AND MYOFASCIAL RELEASE TECHNIQUE ON UPPER TRAPEZIUS AND LEVATOR SCAPULAE LATENT TRIGGER POINTS IN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Authors: Pathak ( PT) Dr. Lai , Pathak (PT) Dr. Himanshu Mohan 
Published: August 2023

BACKGROUND: Many studies suggest that myofascial pain syndrome is an important source of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Also, on examining the trigger points, highest prevalence was seen in upper trapezius which was 94.79% followed by neck extensors 72.97% and levator scapulae 63.54%. Positional release technique and Myofascial release technique both have been used individually on both active and latent trigger points and have shown their effects on pain, functional disability and movement restriction. With considering the previous literature, aim of the study is to compare the effect of positional release technique and myofascial release technique on upper trapezius and levator scapulae latent trigger points in undergraduate students. METHODOLOGY: 40 subjects fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected and randomly allocated into two groups via chit method. All the subjects were assessed for pain using VAS, neck disability using Neck Disability Index and cervical range of motion using goniometer before initiating the treatment. Group A was given Positional release technique along with conventional exercises of cervical movements and shoulder girdle exercises. Group B was given Myofascial release technique along with same conventional exercises. Data was collected and analysed. There was not a statistically significant difference when post scores of Group A and Group B were compared for pain, neck disability and cervical range of motion. On comparing the differences of scores of Group A and group B, statistically significant difference was seen only in cervical flexion range of motion (p<0.0016), cervical right rotation (p<0.0002) and left lateral flexion (p<0.0062) showing better results in Group A than Group B.
KEYWORDS: Myofascial trigger points, Positional release technique, Myofascial release technique, Visual analog scale, Neck disability index
EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED EXERCISE PROTOCOL IN BREAST CANCER PATIENTS – PRE AND POST TEST DESIGN
Authors: Agrawal Sheetal , Dr. Deepak Anap (PT)  , Bhagra (PT) Dr. Shwetanjali 
Published: August 2023

Title : “EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED EXERCISE PROTOCOL IN BREAST CANCER PATIENTS – PRE AND POST TEST DESIGN.”
Background: Post-operative breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment shows complications like reduced shoulder ROM, and reduced function of upper extremity. Physiotherapy plays an important role in prevention and treatment of such complications.
Methodology: Interventional study was done on 20 Breast cancer women undergoing Radiotherapy treatment in Dr. Vikhe Patil Memorial Hospital, Ahmednagar. Convenient sampling method was used. The Self Confidence was assessed using Rosen Berg Self Esteem Scale, ROM (Goniometer) and pectorals tightness (Plastic transparent right angle scale).
Result: When shoulder Joint ROM was compared between 1st day with 3rd week for Flexion (p= 0.002), For Extension, Internal and External rotation (p?0.0001), Abduction (p=0.0003) showed significant improvement in extensibility. Similarly, for pectoral tightness (p?0.0001) showed significant improvement in extensibility. For Self-Confidence (p?0.0001) showed extreme improvement.
Conclusion: This study concludes that, there’s an effect of structured exercise protocol in improving ROM of shoulder joint, extensibility of pectoral muscle and Self-Confidence.
Key Words: Breast Cancer, Self Confidence, Exercise Therapy.
How to Write a Scholarly Book Review- Guidelines with Do’s and Don’ts
Authors: Ganvir (PT) Dr. Shyam , Dr. Aboli Deshmukh (PT)  
Published: August 2023

Aim- To generate step wise scholarly writing skills, involved in writing book reviews for publication, as well as to provide key notes on conducting book reviews.
Methodology-
In order to search literature articles pertinent to writing scholarly book reviews for publication, a scientific search was carried out across MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PubMed and SCOPUS.
Results-
The initial search yielded 650 articles. After applying filters as articles published in 2000-2022, English language & after duplicates were removed, a total of 21 articles were included in this review for guidelines.
Conclusions-
The scholarly book review serves several functions and has the potential to be a powerful literary form. To publish a successful scholarly book review, the reviewer must understand the book review publication process as well as the strategies involved in writing a successful review.
Guidelines for Contributing to an editorial Article
Authors: Aboli Desmukh , Prakash Doss , Shyam (PhD) Prof. Dr. Ganvir 
Published: August 2023

Aim-To generate step wise scholarly writing skills, involved in editorial writings for publication. Methodology- In order to search literature articles pertinent to writing scholarly editorial writings for publication, a scientific search was carried out across MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PubMed and SCOPUS. Results- The initial search yielded 27 articles. After applying filters as articles published in 2000-2022, English language & after duplicates were removed, a total of 5 articles were included in this article for guidelines. Conclusions-Editorial writing is a prestigious work done by expert in the subject area and is supposed to be the opinion maker for the journal and article readers.
Sitting And Standing Balance Assessment Tools In Patients With Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review
Authors: Stuti N Gaikwad , Maheshwari A Harishchandre , Suvarna (PhD) Prof. Dr. Ganvir 
Published: August 2023

Background: The effectiveness of interventions depend on utility of a specific common set of clinical tools that has ability to assess important clinical outcomes.
Objective: To identify clinical assessment tools for assessing unsupported sitting and standing balance in SCI population.
Methods: PubMed access provided articles with key words “spinal cord injury,” and “balance assessment”. Studies describing measurement of balance in subjects with SCI, were included.
Results: After thorough screening 9 articles showed : 3 clinical scales assessed sitting balance and seated postural control, 1 clinical scale assessed standing function, 4 scale assessed functional mobility, static and dynamic walking balance; one scale assessed risk of fall during walking and 3 sensor based tools were identified.
Conclusion: It was observed that majority studies showed assessment of standing and walking balance; and both clinical performance based and sensor based tools were used for balance assessment.
Key words: balance assessment, spinal cord injury.
Translation, cross cultural adaptation and reliability of Edward’s Social Desirability scale in Marathi version
Authors: Sakshi Jinsiwale , Shweta Kulkarni 
Published: August 2023

Background Social Desirability is ‘propensity to give answers that will make respondent look good’ with regard to current social norms including values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors shared by group of people. It was derived more than 50 years ago; interviewers observed that when certain question is asked the respondent might not be true. It was developed by Edwards in year 1957; consists of 39 questions to which respondent has to answer as ‘True’ /‘False’. Aim- Translation, Cross cultural adaptation and reliability for use in Marathi, to assess social desirability.
Methods conducted in two phases.
Phase 1- translating into Marathi- forward translation, then backward translation to check difference.
Phase 2- Testing reliability.
Result
Chronbach’s alpha – 0.94
Internal consistency – 0.81
ICC – 0.8
Correlation on day 1 and 15 was highly significant.
Conclusion Marathi version had acceptable value for reliability.
Maternal Mental Health of Children with Special Needs
Authors: Almheiri Ali , Alhammadi Amna , Alzaman Khaled , Albedwawi Mariam , Alzaabi Nasir , Alshehhi Hamda , Haq Burhan 
Published: August 2023

Purpose: Having a child with special needs can put a significant strain on a family and have a detrimental effect on everyone's quality of life. Therefore, mothers require resilience to lessen the impact of such challenges and setbacks. The purpose of this research was to examine depression, anxiety, and stress levels, as well as the impact of social support, among mothers raising children with disabilities.
Methodology: All UAE mothers with children who have special needs were included in the statistical sample. Purposive (Non-random) sampling was used to choose 200 willing participants for the sample. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21) and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support were used as research instruments.
Findings: SPSS (version 26) was used for the statistical analysis through which it was observed that mothers of challenged children were more likely to report lower levels of social support and a higher prevalence of mental health problems such as sadness, anxiety, and stress. Additionally, Pearson correlation analysis showed that stress, anxiety, and sadness were positively and significantly related. Furthermore, linear regression analysis revealed that mothers' social support accounts for explaining and predicting 63% of the variance in their mental health problems associated with raising a child with special needs. The results were presented with the help of tables.
Recommendations: Future research on the psychological and social well-being of mothers and the impact of mental health-care support on the well-being of mothers having special children should be conducted. The research will help in spreading awareness among people for prioritizing the mental health support of mothers of children with special needs.
MARKETING DIGITAL E SEUS ASPECTOS ÉTICOS NA ODONTOLOGIA
Authors: Coelho Travassos Rosana Maria , de Albuquerque Pontes Mônica Maria , Batista Lopes Nascimento Alexandre , Torban Paulo , de Sá Rodrigues Verônica Maria , Kabbaz Asfora Kattyenne , Sanderana Macêdo Carneiro Vanda , Santos Izabelle Glória , Silva Wanderson José , Valentim Oliveira Maysa Swellen 
Published: August 2023

Com a ampliação da concorrência no mercado de trabalho da odontologia, faz-se necessário utilizar ferramentas que evidenciem o cirurgião-dentista e a clínica odontológica. O marketing digital é um dos recursos disponíveis que mais vem crescendo entre os profissionais da saúde que utilizam de websites e redes sociais como ferramenta. O objetivo deste trabalho é descrever os benefícios do marketing digital em odontologia, através das mídias sociais preconizado pelo Código de Ética Odontológico. O estudo caracterizou-se como revisão integrativa da literatura com abordagem qualitativa descritiva. Foram selecionados 21 artigos relacionados ao tema Marketing de serviços de saúde, Mídias Sociais e Odontologia, publicados entre 2004 e 2023 na Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (BVS), National Library of Medicine (Pubmed), e na Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO). O marketing digital tem sido utilizado como estratégia de divulgação dos serviços odontológicos na contemporaneidade e a partir dessa análise, conclui-se que o marketing digital contribui fortemente para a divulgação do trabalho do dentista, podendo afetar consideravelmente o seu sucesso profissional. No entanto, seu uso deve ser pautado em condutas consonantes com o Código de Ética Odontológico, sendo de grande importância seu conhecimento pelo cirurgião dentista. Conclui-se que o marketing digital é uma importante ferramenta e que pode ser utilizada em conjunto com os demais tipos de marketing externo e interno, respeitando os preceitos éticos do Conselho de Ética Odontológico.